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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Sep- 2023 -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 โessence 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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25 JulyAuctions
Bonhamโs global jewellery department sees record H1 2023
Bonhamโs global jewellery department has seen a record number of sales in H1 2023 after holding 40 auctions in the period compared with just 24 in the same period last year. Bonhams has also retained its position as market leader in the UK, for the 13th consecutive year. The company…
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6 JulyDesigners
Astrid and Miyu to open three new stores amid period of strong growth
Jewellery brand Astrid and Miyu plans for three stores to open in the UK and US across Q2 and Q3, following a year of growth and seven store openings. The openings also come after Astrid and Miyu expanded into international territories opening its first store in the US in New…
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4 JulyDesigners
Pomellato unveils Ode to Milan collection
Pomellato is celebrating 20 years in business and to honour both Pomellato and the city of Milan, which has been its source of inspiration since 1967, creative director Vincenzo Castaldo has created a new โOde to Milanโ collection. The new collection is designed after the cityโs history and hidden treasures…
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Jun- 2023 -23 JuneDesigners
Goossens debuts first bridal edit at London boutique
French jewellery house Goossens has unveiled its first ever bridal edit, the Venise Mirage collection, at its London boutique in Mayfair The collection encompasses necklaces, rings, earrings, bracelets and a selection of hair jewellery. The collection magnifies the houseโs favourite stones: natural rock crystal and freshwater pearls, together with mother-of-pearls…
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Feb- 2023 -6 FebruaryDesigners
Graff unveils new necklace
British jeweller Graff has unveiled a new necklace at Paris Couture, inspired by its Tribal collection. The new necklace features a rare 50 carat D Flawless oval diamond, accompanied by 100 carats of pear shape, emerald cut, oval, round and baguette cut diamonds. The design explores and expands upon contemporary…
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Jan- 2023 -6 JanuaryFeatures
IEG: top jewellery brands set trends at Vicenzaoro January
High and contemporary jewellery with all the very latest ideas from Made in Italy and the best in international design will preview at Vicenzaoro January (VOJ) – The Jewellery Boutique Show, amidst new arrivals and expected confirmations. With over 1,300 exhibiting brands from 36 different countries, from Europe to Asia,…
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Sep- 2022 -30 SeptemberDesigners
Cartier International joins CIBJO as commercial member
Jewellery maison Cartier International has joined the World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) as a commercial member. Cartier operates over 200 boutiques in more than 60 countries, and three flagship stores, known as temples, in Paris, New York and London. Its revenues stood at approximately $12.4bn (ยฃ1.11bn) in 2022. The company, which…
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Aug- 2022 -10 AugustRetailers
So-Le Studio creative director to become Sothebyโs guest curator
So-Le Studio has announced a collaboration with Sothebyโs London, which will see creative director Maria Sole Ferragamo become the first guest curator of their auction series The Luxury Edit. The auction series will showcase a city-specific curated collection of luxury items, including jewellery, watches and spirits in London, New York…
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