De Beers Makes Sweeping Cuts to Its Elite Diamond-Buying Club
The diamond company produced less than 22 million carats last year, down from almost 35 million in 2022.
jewellery
News & Analysis
Kering Is Revamping Boucheron, the 160-Year-Old Jeweller to the Czars
Part of the elite French jewellers club and founded not long after Cartier, the brand is rejuvenated by a new flagship boutique in the famous Place Vendome.
Kering Is Revamping Boucheron, the 160-Year-Old Jeweller to the Czars
Part of the elite French jewellers club and founded not long after Cartier, the brand is rejuvenated by a new flagship boutique in the famous Place Vendome.
Luxury
Gucci to Branch Into High-End Jewellery
The Italian fashion label will branch into high-end jewellery with a collection in 2019.
Gucci to Branch Into High-End Jewellery
The Italian fashion label will branch into high-end jewellery with a collection in 2019.
Luxury
Pink Diamond Sets Record as Harry Winston Wins Gem at Christie's
The 18.96-carat gem was bought for $50 million within minutes of bidding.
Pink Diamond Sets Record as Harry Winston Wins Gem at Christie's
The 18.96-carat gem was bought for $50 million within minutes of bidding.
News & Analysis
Sotheby’s and Christie’s Prepare for Record-Breaking Jewellery Sales
Set to make history with their upcoming jewel auctions in Geneva, the two houses are turning their focus away from museums to private collectors.
Sotheby’s and Christie’s Prepare for Record-Breaking Jewellery Sales
Set to make history with their upcoming jewel auctions in Geneva, the two houses are turning their focus away from museums to private collectors.
News & Analysis
Swarovski Opens New ‘Manufaktur’ Alongside Yayoi Kusama Installation
The facility is designed to strengthen Swarovski’s relationships with partners and elevate its brand in the eyes of consumers.
Swarovski Opens New ‘Manufaktur’ Alongside Yayoi Kusama Installation
The facility is designed to strengthen Swarovski’s relationships with partners and elevate its brand in the eyes of consumers.
Financial Markets
Shares in Pandora Soar
The gains follow speculation that the company may have hired an adviser to help it handle potential approaches from buyout funds
Shares in Pandora Soar
The gains follow speculation that the company may have hired an adviser to help it handle potential approaches from buyout funds
Luxury
Beyond Picasso: Jewellers Set Up Shop at London’s Art Fairs
Contemporary jewellers are turning to fairs like Pavilion of Art and Design and Frieze as alternative distribution channels to fashion retailers to woo collectors and design-conscious consumers alike.
Beyond Picasso: Jewellers Set Up Shop at London’s Art Fairs
Contemporary jewellers are turning to fairs like Pavilion of Art and Design and Frieze as alternative distribution channels to fashion retailers to woo collectors and design-conscious consumers alike.
News & Analysis
How De Beers Learned to Love Lab-Grown Diamonds
The world's biggest diamond miner will begin selling synthetic stones later this month after fighting for years to suppress the nascent industry. It's the latest sign that lab-grown gems have hit the mainstream.
How De Beers Learned to Love Lab-Grown Diamonds
The world's biggest diamond miner will begin selling synthetic stones later this month after fighting for years to suppress the nascent industry. It's the latest sign that lab-grown gems have hit the mainstream.
Technology
Bits & Bytes | Instagram's Retail Salvation, Online Retailers Compete for New Designers
This week, retail design is adapting to an internet age, while luxury e-commerce platforms launch initiatives to highlight young talent.
Bits & Bytes | Instagram's Retail Salvation, Online Retailers Compete for New Designers
This week, retail design is adapting to an internet age, while luxury e-commerce platforms launch initiatives to highlight young talent.
News & Analysis
Inside Tiffany’s Secret Salon for the Super Rich
The exclusive venue is for Tiffany’s high-end clients, those looking for rare gems, massive diamonds or bespoke creations that can cost millions of dollars.
Inside Tiffany’s Secret Salon for the Super Rich
The exclusive venue is for Tiffany’s high-end clients, those looking for rare gems, massive diamonds or bespoke creations that can cost millions of dollars.
Financial Markets
How Monica Vinader Conquered Demi-Fine Jewellery
The 'accessible luxury' brand has its sights set on revenues of £200 million a year in the growing space between fine and fashion jewellery. Next up: new stores on three continents.
How Monica Vinader Conquered Demi-Fine Jewellery
The 'accessible luxury' brand has its sights set on revenues of £200 million a year in the growing space between fine and fashion jewellery. Next up: new stores on three continents.
News & Analysis
Inside the Rental-Only Vintage Store Where Beyoncé and Lady Gaga Dress Up
New York’s vintage stores have been under siege as fashion sellers try to adapt to e-commerce, online consignment and fast-fashion. Shannon Hoey's exclusive Manhattan store is the exception.
Inside the Rental-Only Vintage Store Where Beyoncé and Lady Gaga Dress Up
New York’s vintage stores have been under siege as fashion sellers try to adapt to e-commerce, online consignment and fast-fashion. Shannon Hoey's exclusive Manhattan store is the exception.
The News in Brief
L’Oréal India in Talks to Acquire Beauty Company Innovist
L’Oréal is in advanced talks to acquire a majority stake in Bare Anatomy parent Innovist sources told The Economic Times India.
Zegna Chairman Says War Has Clouded Visibility of Demand in Middle East
The Italian fashion house cautioned the war is reducing visibility on demand in the Middle East, which accounts for 7 percent of its sales, though all stores are currently open in the region.
Glossier Appoints New CMO
Nicole Solorzano, who joins from Ouai, is the Millennial beauty brand’s latest hire.
Macy’s CEO Points to E-Shaped Economy, Signalling Consumer Shift
The mention of a forked economy by the head of America’s largest department store signals a heightened wariness that middle-income Americans will continue to spend at the same pace.
France’s Bid to Suspend Shein’s Marketplace Rejected by Appeals Court
The decision from Paris’ Court of Appeal marked a win for the fast-fashion giant after a scandal over sex dolls resembling children for sale on its site.
Coty Announces Board Revamp
The embattled Covergirl owner has appointed five new independent directors amidst a wider leadership and company shakeup.
Zimmermann Names Roberto Eggs CEO
The Moncler Group executive will succeed longtime CEO Chris Olliver, who is staying on as executive chairman.