On the evening of 16th May, Riyadh International Luxury Week opened to the public in a dazzling event, inaugurated by Krayem AlEnazi, President of the National committee for Precious Metals and Gemstones - Federation of Saudi Chambers.

The largest jewellery exhibition of its kind in Saudi Arabia, Riyadh International Luxury Week follows the hugely successful inaugural edition of its sister event in Jeddah last week. Held at Al Faisaliah Hotel’s Prince Sultan’s Grand Hall, in the heart of the Saudi capital, the show is open to the public until 19th May.

Having tripled in size since 2022, this year’s show features local Saudi Arabian designers and brands from the wider Middle East, alongside renowned names from Switzerland, the US, the UK, France, Greece, Brazil, and an extensive Italian Pavilion.

Aficionados and enthusiasts will discover a huge array of high jewellery and fine jewellery creations available for immediate purchase, including striking bridal sets, limited and unique pieces, and some of the rarest jewels in the world. Pieces in more traditional style contrast with avant-garde contemporary creations; pearls, diamonds and coloured gemstones take centre stage, alongside visionary creations crafted with wood marquetry, miniature paintings and micro mosaics; and different cultures merge into one, to create an extraordinary display of creativity and savoir-faire.

Riyadh International Luxury Week is supported by Platinum Sponsor Al Rajhi Bank. Other event sponsors include The National Committee for Precious Metals & Gemstones, DANAT - Bahrain Institute for Pearls and Gemstones, Store Makers Middle East, MPP-ME Arabian Watches & Jewellery Magazine – as well as the leading electric vehicle company Lucid Motors, with a display of its incredible Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance model.

The show is open daily from 16:00-23:00hrs; entrance is free of charge. 

For registration, please visit: http://www.saudiluxuryweek.com/

After opening new outlets in Istanbul and Dubai since the beginning of 2023, Jacob & Co. inaugurated its largest boutique, in the beating heart of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia capital. Jacob & Co opened the boutique in partnership with the Salujain Group, which benefits a historic and deep presence with the most select circles of Riyadh's high society. With openings in new territories, implementation in strategic locations, and partnerships with first-class representatives on every continent, NYC-based, family-owned Jacob & Co. is experiencing a solid and rapid expansion around the world. A total of 94 Jacob & Co boutiques and shop-in-shops on all continents. At least 10 more openings planned in 2023, including Mumbai, Hong Kong, Macao, Bahrain and Hanoi.

The Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este is considered one of the world’s most exclusive events for rare historic vehicles. The international automobile competition, held annually on Lake Como, will take place from 19th to 21st May this year. A. Lange & Söhne has been involved as a partner since 2012 and will once again donate the “Best of Show” award. The unique atmosphere of the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este offers A. Lange & Söhne a worthy setting to present horological masterpieces. If one delves deeper, one will find that there are many parallels between mechanical timepieces and classic vehicles. A shared passion is reflected in the freedom of expression, the independence to forge new paths and the determination to make the best use of time. As part of the awards ceremony on Sunday evening, Lange CEO Wilhelm Schmid will present the winning watch to the overall winner.

Invited by Caroline Scheufele (Chopard Co-President and Artistic Director), the four members of K-pop group aespa, official Chopard Ambassadors since 2022, will be visiting the Cannes Film Festival and experiencing the unique emotions of the world's greatest film event. Adorned with the Maison’s Haute Joaillerie creations, the Red Carpet Collection in particular, Karina, Winter, Giselle and Ningning will sparkle on the traditional ascent of the Palais des Festival steps, as well as appearing on the list of prestigious guests at Chopard’s grande soirée. This is the first time that a K-pop group will participate in the Cannes Film Festival since the latter’s creation, and there’s no doubt that aespa’s presence will create a buzz.