Bovet Fleurier SA, the luxurious Swiss brand famous for its supremacy in the decorative arts of watchmaking is successfully innovating in perfect harmony with its tradition celebrating its 190 anniversary this year. In this interview, Mr. Pascal Raffy, owner of Bovet Fleurier SA talks about his passion to sustain the skills inherent in the art of watchmaking and continue to manufacture timepieces that will fire the passion and curiosity of the future generations. read more...

Richemont Group has announced its financial results for the year ending March 31 2012, with its sales of jewelry and watches up 32 and 31 percent respectively. Sales in the company’s Jewellery Maisons group totaled $5.83 billion in the 12-month period ended March 31 read more...

On 14th of May, Breguet has acquired two exceptional watches that made their mark on Fine Watchmaking history, for a record of nearly 7 million Swiss francs. Bought at a Christie’s auction in Geneva, these masterpieces are the most expensive ever purchased in Breguet’s history read more...

Sotheby’s Geneva has set a new world record of $108,377,219 for a various owner jewellery sale, with the conclusion of its two-day Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels Sale, surpassing the record set by Sotheby’s Geneva in November 2010 of $105 million. read more...

The emirate’s real gross domestic product (GDP) is forecasted to expand between 4 to 5 percent during the current year, said Dubai Economic Council. It said that even though all sectors will contribute to this year's growth, however, trade and other non-hydrocarbon sectors will record notable expansions read more...

According to the former Central Bank of Kuwait (CBK) governor, Sheikh Salem Abdulaziz Al-Sabah, International credit rating agencies gave most of Kuwaiti banks "good" ratings in comparison with banks in the Middle East and North Africa. read more...

Cartier, “King of Jewelers, Jeweler of Kings” to celebrate the grand opening of its new flagship boutique in Abu Dhabi officially on May 22, 2012. The House of Cartier welcomes a new addition to its global flagship stores line up, choosing the Emirates capital Abu Dhabi, Etihad Towers read more...

Since 1998, Chopard has been enjoying an ongoing love story with the Cannes Film Festival. The love story began when the President of the Festival asked Caroline Scheufele, Co-President and Artistic Director of Chopard, to redesign the Palme d’Or. read more...

Following a successful launch at the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) at the beginning of the year, A. Lange & Sohne’s new models have been on a tour across the Saxon luxury watch brand’s global boutiques. Journalists and a handful of collectors alike in Dubai read more...

Reaffirming its standing as a partner for special moments, Baume & Mercier showcased a selection of stunning 2012 novelties at The Wedding Fair - Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi, which took place from 11-12 May 2012. Being held for the fourth consecutive year, read more...

Blancpain, classicdriver.com and RM Auctions are proud to announce the sale of Lamborghini Gallardo LP600 GT3 raced by winner Blancpain President & CEO Marc A. Hayek during 2011 Amateur-Class championship ADAC GT Masters Series for 155’000 euro. read more...

With the much-anticipated opening of its first New York boutique, located at 694 Madison Avenue, Faberge launches a new chapter in its geographic repertoire. The jewel-like boutique, intimate, inviting, a haven of luxury, is designed to balance opulence and modernity, in contemporary Faberge style. read more...

Birds, one of the Maison’s favourite inspirations for over one hundred years, are at the heart of the new Couleurs de Paradis™ collection. Precious and hard stones celebrate the harmonious beauty of these winged creatures. This year, the Van Cleef & Arpels pursues the inspiration and unveils new creations, read more...

Breitling has introduced the Superocean Chronograph II in a limited edition further accentuating its powerful character – a new alliance of audacity, style and functionality. Water-resistant to 500m(1,650 ft), its stand-out feature lies in the unidirectional rotating bezel, read more...

With the Alacria Swan, Carl F. Bucherer presents a masterpiece within the feminine “Alacria” range. The name, which is a tribute to the Bucherer family that founded the company, is intended to recall their dream of having their own business, brought to fruition long ago in Lucerne. read more...

Thirty years later, the rose is as popular as ever at Piaget. Talent and expertise are joined in the celebration of the rose. Working in gold and diamonds, Piaget's designers and craftsmen exquisitely created the Piaget Rose collection. But the rose has inspired another talent; read more...

In 1996, Ulysse Nardin introduced a patented Dual Time system – one of its many technological breakthroughs. This revolutionary system exists in the Lady Executive. With only one press of the ceramic pushers along the bezel, the hour hand instantly adjusts to a different time zone read more...

A collection which expresses energy, vitality and dynamism, characterized by a powerful design: the bold 46-mm-diameter case, massive loops and even the crown with the embossed Medusa and ergonomic pushers create an idea of force and power. read more...

The pinnacle of French haute couture and savoir faire, the house of Dior is one of the world’s most celebrated luxury brands. In three retrospective volumes presented in a collectible slipcase, Assouline’s Dior captures the most enduring images from each decade of the brand’s rich history. read more...

Damas has unveiled the latest summer collection for Farfasha – its designer gold jewellery brand. The new pieces in the collection are all lightweight every-day pieces crafted in 18k gold designed for trendy, stylish and youthful women. read more...

Launched in 1930 by the BOCI trade association, Eclat de Mode-Bijorhca is now owned by Reed Expositions, which manages and develops the event in association with BOCI. Dedicated exclusively to jewellery, Eclat de Mode-Bijorhca is France’s leading jewellery industry event. read more...

For the 11th edition of its Trophee, Chopard rewards Shailene Woodley, rebellious adolescent in The Descendants (Alexander Payne) and Ezra Miller, the new actor to keep an eye on, recently seen in Another Happy Day (Sam Levinson). read more...

During the Met Costume Institute Gala in New York, Diane Kruger looked stunning wearing a Jaeger-LeCoultre vintage watch from 1900. The ladies vintage wristwatch in yellow gold set with diamonds and rubies completed perfectly her look. read more...

Interviews

Market News

Company News

Product Launch

Exhibition and Events

Celebrity News

Middle East Watch & Jewellery of the Year 2018 awards night