By Christine Pasquier | 28 April 2026 At the prestigious Watches & Wonders Geneva 2026, the horological landscape was dominated by technical hyperbole, high-frequency escapements, and grand complications. Yet, amidst the cacophony of tourbillons and perpetual calendars, Chanel chose a path of radical aesthetic defiance. For the house of Chanel,…
By Maria Doulton | 05 May 2026 The horological landscape at Watches & Wonders 2026 was defined by a singular, pervasive atmosphere: consideration. In a departure from the high-octane marketing spectacle and often bewildering technical excess that characterized the mid-2020s, this year’s exhibition in Geneva signaled a pivot toward a…
By Christine Pasquier | 06 May 2026 In a landmark announcement that redefines the synergy between high luxury and the international contemporary art scene, Bvlgari has been named the first-ever Exclusive Partner of La Biennale di Venezia. This strategic alliance, spanning until 2030, marks a transformative moment for both the…
For centuries, the world of high jewelry has been defined by more than just the sparkle of diamonds or the luster of gold. Behind every iconic maison, from the hallowed halls of Place Vendôme to the boutique ateliers of Los Angeles, lies a narrative of human connection. It is the…
In the landscape of modern luxury, men’s jewellery has long been relegated to the periphery—a realm of minimalist bands, simple chains, or mass-produced accessories. New York-born, London-based entrepreneur Ryan Bernell is looking to shatter that paradigm. With the launch of Alexandria in November 2025, Bernell has embarked on an ambitious…
By Maria Doulton | 09 June 2026 In an industry often obsessed with the "four Cs"—cut, clarity, color, and carat—where the ultimate goal has historically been to force a gemstone into a state of mathematically perfect, light-refracting symmetry, one Copenhagen-based atelier is challenging the status quo. RoughDiamonds.dk, founded by Maya…
Paris Haute Couture Week is more than a seasonal fashion event; it is the definitive stage upon which the global jewellery elite orchestrate the narrative for the year ahead. In July 2026, the world’s most venerable Maisons descended upon the French capital to unveil collections that transcend the traditional definition…
