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Jewels of the World 2026: A Must-Attend Luxury Jewellery Exhibition Returning to Saudi Arabia This June
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Market News
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Jewels of the World 2026: A Must-Attend Luxury Jewellery Exhibition Returning to Saudi Arabia This June
Jewels of the World is set to return to Saudi Arabia this June 2026, reinforcing its position as one of the region’s leading watch and jewellery showcases. The sixth edition of the exhibition will open in Riyadh at the Four Seasons Hotel from 15–19 June, before moving to Al Khobar’s Dhahran Expo from 23–26 June, and later returning to Riyadh and concluding in Jeddah in October. Spanning four editions across three cities, the event will bring together prestigious international maisons, independent brands, and exceptional craftsmanship. Visitors can explore high jewellery, bridal sets, gemstones, and contemporary designs, while discovering global trends, cultural influences, and innovation from over 20 countries in a dynamic luxury environment.
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Company News
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House of Brands Strengthens Executive Leadership
The House of Brands announces its strengthened executive leadership team to support the continued development of Breitling, Universal Genève, and Gallet. Jean-Marc Pontroué is appointed Chief Executive Officer of Breitling. Grégory Bruttin is appointed Managing Director of Universal Genève. Erwan Rossignol is appointed Managing Director of Gallet. Antoine Loron is appointed President of Breitling USA and Canada. Renato Meier is appointed Managing Director of Breitling LATAM. These appointments reflect the ongoing evolution of the House of Brands structure and will support the strategic growth and expansion of all three maisons. All changes will take effect in May 2026. |
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Damiani Welcomes Jasmine Paolini and Luciano Darderi as New Friends of the House
Damiani announces Jasmine Paolini and Luciano Darderi as Friends of the House, marking a new chapter in the Maison’s connection with international tennis. From the 2026 International Tennis Championships in Rome, the two athletes will support the revival of the iconic diamond tennis bracelet, reinterpreted with Damiani’s signature “D” clasp detail. They appear in a studio campaign showcasing the Maison’s jewelry collections, including Mimosa, Margherita, Belle Époque, and Belle Époque Reel. The initiative reinforces Damiani’s long-standing association with tennis and its evolution toward engaging a new generation through contemporary ambassadors and a refreshed creative vision rooted in sporting elegance. |
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Product Launch
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Boucheron Unveils a New Serpent Bohème Collection in Gold and Onyx
Boucheron unveils a new Serpent Bohème collection reinterpreting its 1968 icon through the concept of an eclipse, where shadow and light interact. The line features 12 new designs combining yellow gold and onyx, alongside highly polished gold pieces. Onyx appears in five essentials - necklace, ring, earrings, bracelet, and watch - bringing deep intensity. Three luminous creations replace the central stone with polished gold, highlighting warmth and radiance. Creative Director Claire Choisne also introduces four mixed-material designs, including XXL bracelet, ring, pendant, and brooch, exploring contrast and reflection. These versatile pieces can be worn solo or layered for bold styling and expression. |
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Van Cleef & Arpels introduces Boucle Solitaire
Van Cleef & Arpels introduces the Boucle Solitaire to its permanent collection, celebrating a signature design first unveiled in 2014. Inspired by the Maison’s couture heritage and the art of passementerie, the creation reimagines the timeless bow motif as a sparkling platinum ribbon gracefully tied around the finger. Its asymmetrical silhouette evokes the fluid movement of fabric, while pavé-set diamonds create luminous contrasts of light and shadow. An openwork setting enhances the brilliance of each stone. Showcasing exceptional High Jewelry savoir-faire, every detail is crafted with precision and artistry, making the Boucle Solitaire a poetic symbol of love, elegance, and timeless refinement. |
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Introducing Laureato Chronograph 42 mm by Girard-Perregaux
Laureato Chronograph 42 mm by Girard-Perregaux combines sporty intensity with refined Haute Horlogerie craftsmanship. It expresses the brand’s casual chic philosophy through a balance of sportiness, elegance, and technical excellence. The watch features a warm brown Clou de Paris dial paired with rose gold accents, highlighting meticulous attention to detail and heritage watchmaking expertise. Its 42 mm case, measuring 12.16 mm thick, ensures comfortable everyday wear, enhanced by an integrated rubber strap. Designed for understated luxury enthusiasts, it merges contemporary design with traditional savoir-faire, offering a versatile chronograph that bridges past and present while maintaining exceptional comfort and aesthetic sophistication.
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DANIEL ROTH Unveils Extra Plat Platinum
The DANIEL ROTH Extra Plat Platinum reinterprets traditional watchmaking through a refined and understated expression in platinum. Embodying the spirit of independent horology, the timepiece enhances the exclusivity of the Extra Plat collection while maintaining a discreet aesthetic. Its double-ellipse platinum case offers a subtle yet distinctive presence, reflecting the rarity and complexity of working with this precious metal. At its core, the Calibre DR002 showcases a balance of technical precision and restrained design. The dial features a solid gold base with hand-executed pinstripe guilloché, complemented by a gold minute disc and elegant detailing, underscoring exceptional craftsmanship and timeless sophistication. |
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MAURON MUSY Introduces MU09 NODE° Timepiece Series
MAURON MUSY introduces the MU09 NODE° timepiece series, marking a significant milestone for the independent Swiss watchmaker. The new 41mm Grade 5 titanium watches are powered by the Caliber MM03, the brand’s first manufacture movement, and feature its first integrated bracelet design. Built around the patented nO-Ring® gasket-free sealing system, NODE° continues the brand’s engineering-led approach to horology while advancing its technical platform. The series offers 20 ATM water resistance and a four-day power reserve. Developed over more than a decade, NODE° reflects MAURON MUSY’s evolution since its founding in 2013, combining innovation, precision engineering, and a distinctive design language. |
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Rudis Sylva Celebrates 20 Years with the RS11
Rudis Sylva marks its 20th anniversary with the RS11, a statement timepiece that reflects two decades of watchmaking research and craftsmanship. Conceived as a synthesis of aesthetic power and mechanical precision, the RS11 embodies a balanced vision of horology. Available in titanium and pink gold, it combines bold architecture, refined materials, and manual expertise in dialogue with advanced technology, while remaining rooted in the Maison’s Jura heritage. Originally designed in 2011 and now unveiled at Watches & Wonders 2026, the square case prioritizes wrist comfort and features the innovative Harmonious Oscillator with interconnected balance wheels and a rotating cage system. |
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Celebrity News
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Demi Moore Sparkles in Chopard at the 79th Cannes Film Festival
American actress and Member of the Jury Demi Moore made a brilliant statement with a pair of pear-shaped diamond earrings (32 cts) set in platinum. She completed her look with a ring featuring a 8.02-carat Asscher-cut diamond flanked with two half-moon diamonds set in ethical white gold and paved with brilliants, as well as a cluster ring in platinum centred on a brilliant-cut D Internally Flawless type IIA diamond (3.58 cts) and set with pear-shaped diamonds (6.5cts). All pieces from the Haute Joaillerie collection. |
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Kelly Rutherford in Damiani at 2026 Cannes Film Festival
For the opening ceremony at the Cannes Film Festival, the American actress Kelly Rutherford chose to wear Damiani High Jewelry. Kelly looked sophisticated in Damiani Gioia del Mare necklace in white gold, diamonds and Paribas matching it with Mimosa earrings and rings all in white gold and diamonds. |
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Sofia Carson wears Chopard to the 2026 Scientific and Technical Awards in Los Angeles
On April 28th, Sofia Carson attended the 2026 Scientific and Technical Awards in Los Angeles wearing Chopard. Sofia Carson selected a necklace featuring 22.77 carats of diamonds set in 18-karat white gold, earrings featuring 25.21 carats of diamonds set in titanium and a ring featuring a 3.01-carats oval shaped diamond and 0.71 carat of diamonds set in 18-karat white gold, all from the Haute Joaillerie collection, along with a watch from the L'Heure du Diamant collection featuring 2.35-carats of diamonds set in 18-karat white gold. |
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