Paris
Paris stands as a global hub for luxury and fine jewellery, influencing design trends and setting the tone for the international market. From high-profile trade fairs and fashion weeks to the headquarters of iconic jewellery houses, the city plays a pivotal role in shaping the aspirations of UK jewellers, designers, and suppliers.
Jewellery Focus covers Paris-related developments of interest to the UK trade, including brand showcases, market insights from French manufacturers and distributors, and trends emerging from Parisian ateliers and events. Our reporting helps professionals understand how the Parisian market influences consumer tastes and commercial opportunities at home.
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Mar- 2024 -15 MarchDesigners
Chaumet appoints new CEO
Chaumet has announced the appointment of Charles Leung as its new CEO effective 1 January 2024. Leung is a graduate of the Chinese University of Hong Kong and ESSEC Business School in Paris. He began his career in High Jewellery at Cartier (Richemont), working in marketing and retail. He joined…
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11 MarchRetailers
Goossens Paris launches new Sun and Moon Medal Necklace
Goossens Paris has launched its new Spring Summer 2024 collection with a new astrologically inspired Sun and Moon Talisman Medal Necklace. The medallion gold chain is adorned with astrological references on both sides of the pendant. Dipped in a 24-carat gold bath, carnelian stones surround the sun to reflect the…
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Jan- 2024 -31 JanuaryRetailers
Shirley Paris Jewellery up for sale
Shirley Paris Jewellery, just south of Glasgow, has announced that it is for sale after 36 years of existence. The company, which specialises in jewellery remodelling has been put up for sale as the owners intend to retire. The workshop/shop is a high street location with easy car parking and…
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26 JanuaryDesigners
LVMH Watches and Jewellery arm sees revenues hit €10.5bn
The LVMH Watches and Jewellery business has reported organic revenue growth of 7% from €10.5bn (£8.9bn) to €10.9bn (£9.3bn) in 2023. Its profit from recurring operations was also up 7% to €2.1m (£1.79m). The group attributed this growth to one of its most “lucrative maison”, Tiffany & Co., which embarked…
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25 JanuaryRetailers
Graff unveils Paris Haute Couture-inspired collection
British multinational jeweller Graff has launched its new jewellery collection representing a selection of “contemporary” designs in celebration of Paris Haute Couture Week. The collection is designed with “intricate” modern design motifs featuring graphic, abstract lines and asymmetrical arrangements. Featuring necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings, the collection boasts rare stones,…
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24 JanuaryRetailers
Thomas Sabo launches ‘As We Kiss’ Valentine’s Day collection
Thomas Sabo Charm Club has launched its new As We Kiss collection for Valentine’s Day 2024. According to Thomas Sabo, the charm designs from the As We Kiss collection combine a “dash of humour with romance”. The charms feature symbols such as a pout, roses, hearts, intertwined rings, declarations of…
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Oct- 2023 -13 OctoberRetailers
Thomas Sabo launches Saboteur jewellery brand and piercing studio
Thomas Sabo has announced the launch of its new brand and piercing studio, Saboteur, founded by Thomas Sabo and his son Santiago Sabo, supported by his wife Rita Sabo. The vision of this new brand is based on the heritage of over 35 years of jewellery and design, and the…
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Sep- 2023 -28 SeptemberRetailers
Maya adds 369 ring to its Out of Office collection
London-based fine jewellery brand Maya Gemstones has added a new Nikola Tesla-inspired ring, 369, to its Out of Office collection. The ring is made of 18ct yellow gold and has a bespoke 12.32ct oval-cut rubellite as its central stone. The gem is flanked by two intricate pencil designs, each with…
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15 SeptemberDesigners
Mappin and Webb launches official Team GB jewellery line
Mappin and Webb has announced the launch of its official Team GB collection for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The company has launched this exclusive line as part of a new three-year licensing agreement with Team GB. According to Mappin and Webb the collection captures the “essence of strength, determination,…
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Jul- 2023 -26 JulyDesigners
Goossens unveils soleil medal necklace for summer
The house of Goossens has unveiled its latest piece, a soleil medal necklace created in celebration of summer. The Goossens medal has been reinterpreted with a luminous hand-sculpted sun and adorned with a carnelian stone. The medal comes as part of the Talisman Astro Sun Necklace which is brass soaked…
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