At the end of the year, Blancpain will premier its new corporate film. This movie takes us on a journey into the past and the present, tracing nearly 280 years of history through key dates, and inviting us to explore the world of the brand. December 24, 2014 – Starting in 1735, we are taken […]
December 11th, 2014 – Kering announces that the CEO of Gucci, Patrizio di Marco, will leave the company on 1 January, 2015. He will be succeeded by Marco Bizzarri. The Creative Director of Gucci, Frida Giannini, will also leave her position at the end of February 2015. She will show her Fall/Winter 2015-2016 womenswear collection […]
Announcement of a watch certification based on a new quality standard for the Swiss watchmaking industry Omega Master Co-Axial wristwatches December 9, 2014 – In 2013 Omega introduced a mechanical watch movement resistant to magnetic fields greater than 15,000 gauss. The great majority of watches previously described as «anti-magnetic» could resist magnetic fields to a […]
Prices for Quality Diamonds Compared at Brick & Mortar Stores to Online Jeweler Blue Nile SEATTLE, Dec. 9, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Diamonds may be a symbol of the heart, but Americans stand to save thousands by using their head. A new study by Wakefield Research shows Americans are overpaying by as much as 72% […]
Biel / Bienne, Switzerland – November 27, 2014 – Through one of its real-estate companies, the Swatch Group has purchased the property at Bahnhofstrasse 30 in Zurich (Grieder – Louis Vuitton building) from Credit Suisse. The parties have agreed not to disclose the sale price. November 27, 2014 – With the purchase by the Swatch […]
November 19th, 2014 – Kering announced today that it has completed the acquisition of the haute horlogerie brand Ulysse Nardin, in accordance with the terms announced on 30 July, 2014, after having received clearance from the antitrust authorities. About Ulysse Nardin Swiss Watch Manufacturer Ulysse Nardin, founded in 1846, has been dedicated to excellence for […]
Celebrated Designer’s First Foray Into Jewelry Offers Contemporary Bridal and Fashion Styles NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The highly anticipated engagement ring and fine jewelry collections from internationally celebrated fashion designer, Zac Posen, launched today at Blue Nile (Nasdaq:NILE), the original online jeweler. The jewelry is available now at www.bluenile.com in two […]
Kering and the Cannes International Film Festival today announce the signing of a five year strategic partnership. Through this partnership, Kering reinforces its existing ties with cinema and brings focus on women in the film industry. November 4, 2014 – Kering and the Cannes International Film Festival join forces in a partnership for a period […]
Celebrated Designer’s Engagement Rings and Fine Jewelry Debut in November NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Internationally celebrated fashion designer, Zac Posen, announced today a retail partnership with Blue Nile (Nasdaq:NILE), the original online jeweler, to create an exclusive collection of engagement rings and fine jewelry. Launching in November, a stunning collection of […]
Texas-based jeweler coming soon to 43 Dillard’s locations KERRVILLE, TEXAS–(September 19, 2014)-James Avery, a family-owned jewelry retailer, announces a new business relationship with Dillard’s, Inc. (DDS: NYSE, “Dillard’s”). Beginning in mid-October 2014, a selection of James Avery jewelry will be showcased at 43 Dillard’s Department Stores within 15 states and online at www.dillards.com. James Avery […]