Prestigious Swiss luxury watchmaker Audemars Piguet has a number of feathers in its cap and is known for producing some of the very complex watches. For instance, it pioneered the smallest minute repeater and a jumping second hand pocket watches. Nicolas Garzouzi, Chief Executive Officer of Audemars Piguet for the Middle East, talks to Arabian Watches & Jewellery Magazine with regard to the Audemars Piguet’s participation in the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) exhibition being held from January 16 to 20 in Geneva, Switzerland. Garzouzi emphasized that the company is concentrating on improving the quality of its distribution network instead of generating figures. Excerpts from the interview: read more...

Van Cleef & Arpels offers a unique savoir-faire in high jewellery and watchmaking and a guaranteed long-term value, says its Middle East & India Brand Director, Alban Belloir. French jewellery, watch, and perfume company is also making its presence felt at the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) exhibition on Geneva, Switzerland. Belloir says Van Cleef & Arpels’s watches are full of emotion, tell a story and invite us into a dreamlike world. Below is his interview with Arabian Watches & Jewellery Magazine. read more...

Ralph Lauren intends to capitalize on 22nd edition of Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) in order to reinforce the brand’s unique DNA by expanding its three collections. For Ralph Lauren Watches, distribution has always been very selective, so it works with only the top and well-positioned retailers, allowing the match maker to build strong and long-term partnerships. At SIHH 2012, Ralph Lauren will focus on the brand’s iconic inspirations: The equestrian style of the Stirrup, the Art Deco influence in the Slim Classique and Ralph Lauren 867 watches, and the automotive world for the Sporting. Below are the company’s plans for SIHH read more...

Swiss luxury watchmaker Baume & Mercier is enthusiastic and excited about the upcoming Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) to showcase its novel and innovative designs for both men and women. In an exclusive interview with Arabian Watches & Jewellery Magazine, Romain Dezaux, ME Brand Manager for Baume & Mercier, reveals that 2012 is the year to demonstrate the Baume & Mercier innovations and novelties. Below are excerpts from the interview: read more...

Tiffany & Co. has recently announced that worldwide net sales for the two months ended December 31, 2011 increased by 7 percent over the same period in 2010 to $952 million. read more...

According to the Swiss National Bank it expects to earn a profit of roughly 13 billion francs ($13.7 billion) for 2011 due mainly to the rise in the value of its gold and foreign currency holdings. read more...

Mr. Fred Mouawad and Mr. Pascal Mouawad, Co-Guardians of Mouawad will have a press conference for the announcement of the sponsorship agreement with Mr. Omar Danial, a four-time offshore powerboat world champion, and Mr. Gary Ballough, co-pilot of the team read more...

The Swiss premiere presentation of the new X Fathoms has opened at the Cite du Temps located on the Pont de la Machine Bridge spanning the Rhone River. read more...

Blacksand Geneve is pleased to announce the opening of its 200m2 workshops located in the heart of Carouge, district of Geneva. read more...

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) is pleased to announce the formation of Gem & Jewellery Skill Council of India (GJSCI) for enhancing and upgrading of skills in the gem &jewellery sector. read more...

To mark the season of love and acknowledge that special someone in your life, Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons will be carrying a unique range of love inspired Gc watches and Guess jewellery. read more...

At Baselworld 2012, Carl F. Bucherer will present a further model from the Patravi family with a round case. read more...

Chopardissimo: a name that single-handedly sums up the essence of this collection. The heart, a theme cherished by Chopard, is a recurrent leitmotif. read more...

Hermes has introduced two new versions of the Arceau watch, originally created by Henri d’Origny in 1978. read more...

The new Hydroscaph Steel GMT (HY-SL-GMT-114) features several case options: in polished steel, blackened steel or two-tone steel and 18K red gold. read more...

During the National Board of Review of Motion Pictures Awards Ceremony, Jessica Chastain wears stunning Harry Winston Rubies. read more...

Award-winning actress Berenice Bejo looked stunning on the red carpet wearing a pair of Chopard white diamond hoop earrings during the New York Film Critics Circle Awards on 9th January 2012. read more...

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