Jewellery
Mytheresa’s Profits Soar Ahead of Its YNAP Acquisition
The German luxury e-tailer more than doubled its adjusted earnings in its second fiscal quarter that ended in December, providing a glimpse into how it will fare once its deal to acquire its competitor, Yoox-Net-a-Porter, is approved.
Mytheresa’s Profits Soar Ahead of Its YNAP Acquisition
The German luxury e-tailer more than doubled its adjusted earnings in its second fiscal quarter that ended in December, providing a glimpse into how it will fare once its deal to acquire its competitor, Yoox-Net-a-Porter, is approved.
Op-Ed | Louis Vuitton Needs Noughties Nostalgia and Taylor Swift
LVMH reported better-than-expected sales growth in the fourth quarter, but its performance lagged behind rivals like Richemont and Burberry. A Taylor Swift tie-up and nostalgic collaborations with Japanese artist Takashi Murakami may give the group a boost, writes Andrea Felsted.
Op-Ed | Louis Vuitton Needs Noughties Nostalgia and Taylor Swift
LVMH reported better-than-expected sales growth in the fourth quarter, but its performance lagged behind rivals like Richemont and Burberry. A Taylor Swift tie-up and nostalgic collaborations with Japanese artist Takashi Murakami may give the group a boost, writes Andrea Felsted.
Messika: Inside French Jewellery’s Most Disruptive Success
By backing up casual designs and edgy, celebrity-fronted campaigns with deep-rooted diamond industry expertise, Messika has built a global jewellery empire. Husband and wife duo Valérie Messika and CEO Jean-Baptiste Sassine share their vision for the brand’s 20th anniversary year and beyond.
Messika: Inside French Jewellery’s Most Disruptive Success
By backing up casual designs and edgy, celebrity-fronted campaigns with deep-rooted diamond industry expertise, Messika has built a global jewellery empire. Husband and wife duo Valérie Messika and CEO Jean-Baptiste Sassine share their vision for the brand’s 20th anniversary year and beyond.
The Best of BoF 2024: Designer Reboots and a Rocky Market
The luxury industry was under pressure in 2024 as customers pulled back on high-end purchases. Brands from Chanel to Valentino to Fendi changed their creative lineups, hoping to jump-start demand. But the struggles at Gucci and Burberry show how tricky executing a designer relaunch can be.
The Best of BoF 2024: Designer Reboots and a Rocky Market
The luxury industry was under pressure in 2024 as customers pulled back on high-end purchases. Brands from Chanel to Valentino to Fendi changed their creative lineups, hoping to jump-start demand. But the struggles at Gucci and Burberry show how tricky executing a designer relaunch can be.
How to Sell Jewellery Like Fine Art
At the inaugural Joya fair in Monaco last week, two former art gallerists aimed to defy luxury’s current malaise with avant-garde jewellery propositions sold with a curated, high-culture approach.
How to Sell Jewellery Like Fine Art
At the inaugural Joya fair in Monaco last week, two former art gallerists aimed to defy luxury’s current malaise with avant-garde jewellery propositions sold with a curated, high-culture approach.
The Next Chapter of Swarovski’s ‘Pop Luxury’ Turnaround
A campaign fronted by Ariana Grande is the Austrian crystal maker’s latest effort to build on sales momentum in a slowing market: Revenue grew 4.5 percent in the first half. Swarovski plans to keep blending the codes of luxury and value, while spotlighting its message of ‘joyful extravagance’ to a wider audience, CEO Alexis Nasard says.
The Next Chapter of Swarovski’s ‘Pop Luxury’ Turnaround
A campaign fronted by Ariana Grande is the Austrian crystal maker’s latest effort to build on sales momentum in a slowing market: Revenue grew 4.5 percent in the first half. Swarovski plans to keep blending the codes of luxury and value, while spotlighting its message of ‘joyful extravagance’ to a wider audience, CEO Alexis Nasard says.
Tiffany’s Staff Exits Test LVMH’s Turnaround Playbook
Ambitious sales targets and lower commissions for some salespeople have led them to defect for competitors, taking some of their loyal clients with them.
Tiffany’s Staff Exits Test LVMH’s Turnaround Playbook
Ambitious sales targets and lower commissions for some salespeople have led them to defect for competitors, taking some of their loyal clients with them.
Richemont Names New Cartier CEO
Louis Ferla, who is currently chief of the group’s Swiss watchmaker Vacheron Constantin, will replace Cyrille Vigneron at the helm of flagship jeweller Cartier.
Richemont Names New Cartier CEO
Louis Ferla, who is currently chief of the group’s Swiss watchmaker Vacheron Constantin, will replace Cyrille Vigneron at the helm of flagship jeweller Cartier.
Pearls Are Undergoing a Fashion-Fuelled Revival
From Miu Miu and Pharrell Williams to skater boys on TikTok, pearls have shaken off their country-club reputation to become markers of personal style.Pearl giants Tasaki and Mikimoto and indie designers like Sophie Bille Brahe prove that jewellers are seizing the moment.
Pearls Are Undergoing a Fashion-Fuelled Revival
From Miu Miu and Pharrell Williams to skater boys on TikTok, pearls have shaken off their country-club reputation to become markers of personal style.Pearl giants Tasaki and Mikimoto and indie designers like Sophie Bille Brahe prove that jewellers are seizing the moment.
Inside Louis Vuitton’s High Jewellery Ambitions
Artistic director Francesca Amfitheatrof has forged a creative identity for Louis Vuitton’s ambitious jewellery program — whose estimated sales have reached €1 billion — by combining cutting-edge craftsmanship with an unabashed embrace of the luxury giant’s logo and codes.
Inside Louis Vuitton’s High Jewellery Ambitions
Artistic director Francesca Amfitheatrof has forged a creative identity for Louis Vuitton’s ambitious jewellery program — whose estimated sales have reached €1 billion — by combining cutting-edge craftsmanship with an unabashed embrace of the luxury giant’s logo and codes.
Exclusive: Inside De Beers’ About-Face on Lab-Grown Diamonds
This week, the gemstone giant said it would exit the fast-growing lab-grown diamond sector to focus on marketing the “unique attributes” of natural stones. Stakes are high after sales plummeted in 2023, and as owner Anglo-American explores a sale or spin-off.
Exclusive: Inside De Beers’ About-Face on Lab-Grown Diamonds
This week, the gemstone giant said it would exit the fast-growing lab-grown diamond sector to focus on marketing the “unique attributes” of natural stones. Stakes are high after sales plummeted in 2023, and as owner Anglo-American explores a sale or spin-off.
How Chopard Seizes the Red Carpet Spotlight in Cannes
The Swiss brand out-sparkles rivals with a strategy aimed at driving sales as well as image. This year the company dressed Greta Gerwig, Demi Moore and Bella Hadid as well as hosting clients to view (and purchase) its high jewellery range.
How Chopard Seizes the Red Carpet Spotlight in Cannes
The Swiss brand out-sparkles rivals with a strategy aimed at driving sales as well as image. This year the company dressed Greta Gerwig, Demi Moore and Bella Hadid as well as hosting clients to view (and purchase) its high jewellery range.