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Vicenzaoro September posts +6% increase in visitors at the 2023 Edition; Bulgari marked the Serpenti Factory grand opening; Buccellati announces new advertising campaign
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Market News
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Vicenzaoro September posts +6% increase in visitors at the 2023 Edition
Constant growth for Italian Exhibition Group’s Vicenzaoro September, which closes its 2023 edition with a +6% increase in total visitors and an international component at 50%. The number of countries of origin also rose to 132 with numerous new entries. The European Union countries represented 52% of foreign visitors at Vicenzaoro, Asia and the Middle East 17%, the Americas 11%, Africa 4% and Oceania 1%. To be precise, the hefty presence of the large European markets was confirmed with Spain (7%), Germany (4.8%) and France (4.2%) leading the way. The United States was the fourth most represented country and leads the ranking of non-EU buyers who came to the show to do business with the 1,200 exhibiting brands at this edition. |
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Company News
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Bulgari marked the Serpenti Factory grand opening
In a dazzling event at The DIFC in Dubai, Bulgari marked the “Serpenti Factory” grand opening and the captivating “75 Years of Infinite Tales” exhibition. On this special occasion, the iconic Serpenti emblem took center stage, casting a mesmerizing display of projection mapping on the Gate Building painting the Dubai skyline with its radiant allure. It was a momentous occasion that merged the worlds of luxury and artistry. The Serpenti Factory in Dubai is dedicated to crafting an immersive experience that acts as a cultural bridge, uniting the essence of Middle Eastern and Italian heritage. This initiative not only elevates Dubai as an emerging artists' haven but also serves as a splendid showcase for the talents of local artists. The Bulgari Serpenti 75 Years of Infinite Tales exhibition is open to the public from September 15th to 24th.
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Buccellati announces new advertising campaign
The journey of the now classic Buccellati advertising campaign continues with an exceptional young international testimonial, Talita von Fürstenberg. A committed designer, philanthropist and entrepreneur, Talita lives between Los Angeles and New York. She is the daughter of Princes Alexandra and Alexander von Fürstenberg, as well as the granddaughter of the famous fashion designer Diane von Fürstenberg. Talita takes centre stage in these photo shoots in the sunny and enchanting city of Lecce. Amidst magnificent glimpses of Italian Baroque, photographer Josh Olins portrays the Maison's expression of timeless elegance through the eternal charm of black and white shots. From Palazzo Bozzi Corso to the evocative Roman Theatre, amidst the numerous churches and intertwining honey-coloured houses, Talita wears the precious creations by Buccellati, bringing a touch of contemporary charm in an enchanting, typically Italian atmosphere. |
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Akillis X Octobre Rose
This year, Akillis is joining forces with the League Against Cancer especially for Pink October. The iconic pendant from the Fatal Attraction collection takes on an intense pink through a new material that has never been seen before for the brand. As a true talisman, the piece becomes the emblem of incomparable determination. The LoveTag bracelet plays the full pink card, with its cord bracelet in the colors of the fight against breast cancer. Associated with the heart in 18k yellow gold for this bracelet provide a discreet but statutory wear. To mix with your daily favorite bracelets. These unisex collections aimed at today’s adventurers, looking for a rare sensory emotion. On this occasion, all profits will be donated to the league against cancer in order to support research and mark Akillis’ commitment to this cause which is dear to the brand.
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Dolce & Gabbana x ADMAF Design Award 2023
The Abu Dhabi Music and Arts Foundation (ADMAF) is encouraging creatives to enter into their highly anticipated Dolce&Gabbana x ADMAF Design Award 2023. This extraordinary award programme is set to empower UAE's emerging talents, including current and recent university graduates, to unleash their creative potential and showcase their exceptional skills in the fields of couture, jewellery, and fragrance design on a global stage. ADMAF and Dolce&Gabbana aim to create a lasting impact on the fashion industry in the region by bridging the gap between tradition and innovation. This competition is a platform for celebrating Abu Dhabi's cultural diversity and contributing to the global conversation on fashion, music, and arts. Finalists will collaborate with Dolce&Gabbana to bring their designs to life. |
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Robert Wan launches its first pearl workshop
On 9th September 2023, Robert Wan lunched its first pearl workshop where the participants had the opportunity to travel into the world of the Tahitian pearls, and understand the beauty of this gem. The main goal of the workshop was to teach the students how to evaluate and grade a pearl. The workshop was run by Wafa Habbar, General Manager of Robert Wan Middle-East, and Sara Ben Zid was the speaker for the Pearl design course. The private event ended with a beautiful afternoon tea served on a jewelry vault by the French Pastry Chef Romain Castet at Sofitel the Obelisk. |
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Product Launch
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Arnold & Son introduces Luna Magna Red Gold Meteorite
With contrasts between its shades, materials and perceptions, the Luna Magna Red Gold Meteorite is brought to life by the oppositions, symbols and energies of its fundamental components. The subdial displaying the hours and minutes has a milky, almost lunar sheen thanks to its surface in opal, a semiprecious stone prized for its white colour, whose delicacy perfectly complements the unique complication of the Luna Magna Red Gold Meteorite. The spacious dial, freed up by the structure of this display, is made from a large disc of ferrous meteorite coloured blue using the PVD process. The warm glow of the red gold, which contrasts with the midnight-blue dial, completes the precious and understated look of this limited edition of 38 pieces. |
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Presenting M.A.D.1 GREEN by MB&F
The MB&F team has recently announced the M.A.D.1 GREEN: a third edition of the M.A.D.1 wristwatch it first disclosed in June 2021 under a separate label, M.A.D.Editions. Not many creations can boast about being born as a scheme to say thank you. The driving force behind M.A.D.Editions was a certain frustration that not everyone could afford a high-figure MB&F timepiece, including MB&F founder Maximilian Büsser’s own friends and family; it started as a side project to thank those supporters of MB&F who have played a major role in the success of the brand. Between 2020 and mid-2021, the MB&F team fine-tuned and finalised the design – and invested into the manufacturing of a few hundred pieces. The timepiece would be as creative as everything else MB&F had developed, only at a much more affordable price. |
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Gerald Charles introduces Titanium Sport watch with left crown
Maison Gerald Charles is delighted to announce the Maestro 8.0 GC Sport Squelette in Grade 5 Titanium with the screw-down crown on the left and Royal Blue vulcanised rubber strap, Ref. GC8.0 TX TN 01. Sporty and elegant, this watch perfectly embodies Maison’s Gerald Charles values, while reaching a new level of technical mastery, offering all the essential features of a timepiece of the Maison, combining design and singular architecture, precision, and craftsmanship. This new model is designed by the Maison's Creative Director Octavio Garcia and manufactured in collaboration with Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier in Swiss, always taking inspiration from Mr. Genta’s original drawings. |
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The Chronomètre FB 3SPC by Ferdinand Berthoud
In October 2022, Chronométrie Ferdinand Berthoud unveiled the Chronomètre FB 3SPC, the third pillar of its collections inspired by and following in the tradition of the famed 18th-century watchmaker for whom the brand was named. The FB 3SPC incorporates key elements of marine chronometers such as those produced by the historical atelier of Ferdinand Berthoud, one of those elements being the cylindrical hairspring. Chronométrie Ferdinand Berthoud undertook three years of research and development to create the FB 3SPC, the first and only wristwatch with a cylindrical hairspring that has been officially certified as a chronometer by the Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres (COSC). |
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Bell & Ross launches new BR 03
Going from 42mm to 41mm, the smaller case size resolutely changes the visual finish of the watch. Capable of detecting seemingly inconsequential details, the eye immediately perceives these reduced dimensions. The same goes for the thinner lugs: 4mm compared to 4.5mm previously, with a new faceting effect. The new BR 03 watch joins a complete collection already bringing together several models, all powered by the latest BR-CAL.302 automatic movement, an extended power reserve of 54 hours and water resistant to 100m. The new BR 03 collection presents 6 iconic designs revisited: three models with a black ceramic case, and three versions in polished steel. Completing the collection are two new timepieces: one model equipped with a copper dial (BR 03 COPPER), and a version in khaki-coloured ceramic (BR 03 MILITARY). |
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Celebrity News
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Bulgari welcomes Huda El-Mufti as its latest Regional Ambassador
Bulgari has introduced the esteemed actress Huda El-Mufti as its latest Regional Ambassador, marking a significant addition to our prestigious roster. Huda El-Mufti's illustrious career, characterized by her exceptional talent and captivating performances, seamlessly aligns with Bulgari's commitment to elegance and sophistication. Her charisma and grace embody the essence of Bulgari's dedication to refinement. This extraordinary collaboration bridges the worlds of luxury and authentic connection with the Arab audience.
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