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Breitling announces acquisition of Gallet; Damiani introduces its New Store Concept
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Company News
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Breitling announces acquisition of Gallet
In a significant step for the brand, Breitling has announced the acquisition of Gallet, setting the stage for the relaunch of the historic watch brand founded in 1826 - exactly two centuries later. This marks Breitling's second acquisition of a notable brand - with the 2023 purchase of Universal Geneve and represents a further expansion of its influence in the luxury watch sector. With a legacy of precision timekeeping for early long-distance travel, exploration, and adventure, Gallet will now be positioned as a luxury, entry-level sibling brand to Breitling. Now, with Breitling at the helm, Gallet's history will not only be preserved, but given a new life. This acquisition continues Breitling's commitment to shaping the future of Swiss watchmaking while honoring its past. |
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Gucci appoints Demna as Artistic Director
Kering and Gucci are delighted to announce the appointment of Demna as the House’s new Artistic Director, starting early July 2025. Demna, Artistic Director of Balenciaga since 2015, has redefined modern luxury, earning global recognition and cementing his authority on the industry. François-Henri Pinault, Chairman & CEO of Kering, stated: “Demna's contribution to the industry, to Balenciaga, and to the Group's success has been tremendous. His creative power is exactly what Gucci needs. As I thank him for everything he has accomplished over the past 10 years, I look forward to seeing him shape Gucci’s new artistic direction.” |
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Messika opens its largest Middle Eastern boutique at 360 Mall, Kuwait
Messika has announced the grand opening of its newest boutique at Kuwait’s prestigious 360 Mall, the country’s most luxurious shopping destination. Since its opening on February 27th, this retail space marks the Maison’s third boutique in Kuwait, following successful openings at Sahab Tower in 2019 and the Avenues Mall in 2021. Spanning an impressive 155m², this boutique is strategically located on the prime ground floor of 360 Mall. As Messika’s largest boutique in the region and its 16th in the Middle East, it reflects the Maison’s continuous growth in this thriving market. This boutique introduces a unique design concept that showcases Messika’s flair for innovative design and exceptional craftsmanship.
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L'azurde Company for Jewelry names Adnan Al-Khalaf as its new CEO and Managing Director
“L'azurde Company for Jewelry” announced the appointment of Adnan Al-Khalaf as CEO and Managing Director after the approval of the company’s Board of Directors on 16 Ramadan 1446, corresponding to 16 March 2025. The company highlighted that Adnan Al-Khalaf's appointment in this position will be effective 16 March 2025. The company noted that Adnan Al-Khalaf holds a master’s in executive and international business administration. Furthermore, he has over 20 years of management experience, having held several leadership posts in prestigious companies. |
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Product Launch
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Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons reveals its Ramadan 2025 Curation
Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons, the leading luxury watch and jewellery retailer in the region, unveils its exclusive Ramadan 2025 curation, featuring a carefully selected collection of exceptional timepieces and fine jewellery that embody the essence of the Holy Month. Available across its boutiques in the UAE, the curation “TIME FINDS MEANING IN MOMENTS THAT SHINE” reflects the spirit of introspection and meaningful connections that define Ramadan. Among the watch highlights is De Bethune’s DB Eight, a quietly enigmatic masterpiece featuring an improved movement and a refined guilloché dial with carefully considered lines and weightings. Follow celestial magic as it dances across your wrist with Chopard’s Happy Moon, Sun and Stars, a playful masterpiece of horological design. |
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Discover Bee de Chaumet 2025
A collection as seductive as it’s always been. Jewels that are more radiant than ever. Even more iconic naturalistic motifs. In 2025, Bee de Chaumet dazzles once again as it unveils a dozen ultra-desirable new pieces for those seeking to shine. Gold and diamonds as raw materials, the bee and the honeycomb as flagship motifs, unity as a symbol. These are the components of the new creations in the Bee de Chaumet collection, which constantly push the boundaries of desire. In tribute to the beauty of nature, the bee and honeycomb cell motifs combine to infuse the design with a unique identity as well as a strong symbolic significance, like a hive harmoniously constructed over time. Wearable in a multitude of ways and combinations, these unisex creations are invitations to shine together, while encouraging everyone to assert their personality through their style. |
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Presenting IMPULSION TITANIUM ONYX by Louis Moinet
The idea of combining a chronograph with a tourbillon is not entirely new. What does differentiate this timepiece from previous creations is its original and bold character. The first idea was to make the chronograph mechanism entirely visible on the dial side, a world premiere, in fact. The magic of a tourbillon was then added. The result is impressive, a remarkable spectacle and a feast for the eyes. A single pusher activates the chronograph hand, which ticks away the seconds and sails over the rotating flying tourbillon, whose off-centre cage does one revolution per minute. This creation was named IMPULSION TITANIUM ONYX, a word that highlights the energy that transfers life to the chronograph and the tourbillon and coalesces the two visual effects to produce a full-fledged “show” as it were. |
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Schwarz Etienne presents GEOMETRY BLACK
Schwarz Etienne extends the bold spirit of the Geometry family with a striking new creation: the GEOMETRY BLACK. The latest in a series of four models, it skillfully combines contemporary elegance with century-old watchmaking craftsmanship. Its deep, mysterious black tones enhance the exceptional dial, reflecting the brand's in-house expertise in movement manufacturing. Tradition and creativity unite in this piece of horological art, embodying the perfect harmony between mechanics and design. A modern reinterpretation of black, this timepiece represents an exceptional horological work of art, a true reflection of the brand's commitment to mastering the art of watchmaking. |
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Exhibitions & Events
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Haute Jewels Geneva reveals its 2025 exhibitors
International high jewellery exhibition, Haute Jewels Geneva, will take place from Monday 31st March to Sunday 6th April 2025. This year, Haute Jewels will be hosting 47 brands at a single location, the luxurious InterContinental Hotel Geneva. The hotel is conveniently situated just a six-minute drive from Palexpo, ensuring easy access between events. New brands taking part this year include renowned Italian jeweller Damiani who will be joining a host of returning brands including Pasquale Bruni, Marco Bicego, Leo Pizzo, Crivelli and more. Each of the distinguished jewellery houses participating offer something unique but are likeminded in their approach to jewellery creation. They are seen as artisans in their own field, combining high quality materials with superior design to create spectacular haute jewels. |
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