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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Nov- 2021 -1 NovemberAuctions
Tiaras belonging to Empress Joséphine Bonaparte to be offered at Sotheby’s London
Sotheby’s is set to offer two tiaras in London that are thought to have belonged to Joséphine de Beauharnais, the wife of Napoléon Bonaparte (1769-1821) and Empress of France. The two tiaras, each part of a set of matching jewellery, are set with gemstones engraved with classical heads, several of…
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Jul- 2021 -2 JulyRetailers
Chaumet unveils newly renovated London store
Chaumet has unveiled its newly reopened and renovated boutique on New Bond Street, London. Dedicated to a selection of high jewellery and the Maison collections, this location bridges together British and Parisian distinction. The address highlights the enlarged presence of the jeweller in both the UK and Europe, following the…
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Jun- 2021 -18 JuneRetailers
Maya Gemstones expands ‘Out of Office’ collection
Jewellery brand, Maya Gemstones, has announced an expansion to its Out of Office collection which includes two new pieces. Originally launched at Paris Fashion Week in 2019, the collection includes gem-encrusted pieces based on pencils and rulers, as well as the newly wearable paperclip earrings that are sold in pairs,…
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10 JuneProduct Launches
Merci Maman unveils Father’s Day collection
Merci Maman has unveiled its latest Men’s Edition in time for Father’s Day, which features personalised engraved pieces of jewellery with prices starting from £49. The new seven piece collection features four bracelets and three necklaces, with popular favourites being the personalised dog tag necklace, and the unity bracelet. The…
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3 JuneRetailers
Joor launches The Accessory Collective
Joor, a digital wholesale platform, has launched The Accessory Collective which features fine/demi-fine jewellery and modern jewellery. The collective will be the third event created on the Joor Passport platform which centralises the trade show experience by creating a one-stop-shop for users who can upload data, visit the website, download…
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Apr- 2021 -8 AprilRetailers
Goossens launches London flagship boutique
Goossens, the French heritage couture jewellery maison, has announced it will open its first London flagship boutique on 12 April 2021. The 29 square-metre space at Burlington Gardens, Mayfair will host the brand’s jewellery designs alongside recent creations from Boucle, Talisman collections alongside the newest SS21 collection. The London boutique…
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Mar- 2021 -22 MarchProduct Launches
Tatty Devine teams up with Morag Myserscough
East London-based jewellery company Tatty Devine has announced a collaboration with the artist and designer, Morag Myerscough. The Tatty Devine x Morag Myerscough collection takes elements of Myerscough’s large-scale structures and installations, shrinking them down to pieces of wearable art. Launched on 16 March, the collection features a limited edition…
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Feb- 2021 -23 FebruaryDesigners
Swarovski unveils new brand identity
Swarovski has unveiled a new brand identity that reportedly centres around a “bold vision that celebrates crystal in all its forms”. The rebrand has been launched under the helm of creative director, Giovanna Engelbert, and sees the Swarovski Swan reimagined through the “filter of the Wonderlab”, Engelbert’s “imaginary crystal world”. …
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23 FebruaryDesigners
Chaumet launches new Haute Horlogerie watch
Maison Chaumet has announced the launch of its new Haute Horlogerie watch Infiniment 12 – Rêverie Nocturne. The new timepiece celebrates the one year anniversary of 12 Vendôme, the brand’s historic hôtel particulier. Since 1812 on Place Vendôme, the famous address has been an “emblematic focal point of refinement à…
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Jan- 2021 -11 JanuaryCelebrities
Tag Heuer appoints Tommy Fleetwood as new brand ambassador
Tag Heuer has appointed five-time European Tour winner Tommy Fleetwood as its new brand ambassador. The British professional golfer will represent the luxury watch brand’s new Connected watch Golf Edition. Fleetwood will represent the luxury smartwatch and will work closely with the Tag Heuer Connected team’s software engineers in Paris,…
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