Companies are best described by their mottoes. But few stay loyal to them. Luxury watches and jewellery maker Dior is not among those few. Universally-acknowledged designs and creativity are hallmark of its collection. Dior has been forcefully loyal to Monsieur Dior’s motto that “genuine luxury requires genuine materials and the craftsman’s sincerity.” Laurence Nicolas, President of Dior Watches and Jewellery, is strengthening this bond further since taking over the unit’s in 2008. Below are excerpts from the interview with Nicolas. read more...

Named as top shopping destination in the world, a growing number of global brands are creating some strategies on how to get closer to their increasing Middle Eastern consumer base. read more...

The Swatch Group Ltd and Saleh Mohammad Alzouman Sons Co. Ltd. (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia) announced that The Swatch Group Ltd through its affiliate Technocorp Holding Ltd has taken a 33.3 percent participation of the total share capital of 60 million Saudi Riyals of the Alzouman General Trading Co. Ltd. in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia). read more...

Chopard the world renowned Watch and Jewellery brand will soon reveal its Middle East Offices. This regional operation will be based in Dubai and according to close resources it should be officially announced by the last quarter of 2011. read more...

According to the recently released 2010 List by Global Finance, a leading US business magazine, Qatar became the wealthiest nation on earth in 2010 after it steadily pushed up its way on the global rich list, aided by its massive gas wealth. read more...

The opening of the Hublot boutique at 10 Place Vendome marks the latest event in the brand's fantastic expansion to all the major luxury shopping hubs across the world. Inaugurated on the evening of the 14th June 2011 in the presence of Alain Delon, the President of the Place Vendome committee Beatrice de Plinval and Hublot CEO Jean-Claude Biver read more...

Cartier will host a worldwide traveling exhibition of its timepieces, showcasing more than 100 items from its historical collection and 20 contemporary fine watches, the largest display of Cartier watches to be seen in public. read more...

Chopard participated in IGOTT-2, the PuristSPro’s 10th anniversary three day event held in Las Vegas, featuring a day exclusively dedicated to Chopard. Chopard celebrated 10 years of the PuristSPro with a 15 year retrospective of the L.U.C Manufacture, a go-kart excursion, a presentation given by Karl-Friedrich Scheufele and an evening at the Ferrari dealership. read more...

Jaeger-LeCoultre has recently announced that it has become the official partner of the 14th Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF). This year's festival has attracted 1,519 films from 102 countries and regions. read more...

TIFFANY & CO, the world's premier jeweler and America's house of design is celebrating the opening of “TIFFANY & CO” regional office in Dubai on Tuesday 21st of June 2011. The event will be held under the theme “Breakfast with Tiffany” in the company’s office in Dubai “Emirates Towers” 34th floor between 10 am and noon. read more...

For the second consecutive year, DeWitt is proud to be the “Official Timing Partner” of Europe’s leading club, the Guards Polo Club. Held on June 8th, the Harcourt Developments Queen's Cup semi-finals, sponsored by DeWitt, was the occasion for Mr Jerome de Witt to welcome some 40 VIP guests in the Royal Box for a presentation of exclusive timepieces. read more...

Al-Dawliya for Watches has inaugurated its flagship Gc boutique, the largest in the world thus far. In the presence of his Excellency Mr. Hans Stalder (Consul General of Switzerland), Sayed. Taha Ali Al-Haddad (Managing Director of Al-Dawliya), and Mr. John Marcheschi (President of Sequel International) the Jeddah Gc Boutique opened its doors to a 63 Sqm space read more...

RJ-Romain Jerome has chosen the legendary Selfridges & Co. department store in London, an exceptional address that opened over a century ago and has become a truly global ambassador of luxury. A temple of luxury now inhabited by the “Titanic DNA”, “Moon DNA” and Eyjafjalljokull DNA” collections, along with an exclusive timepiece specially introduced by RJ-Romain Jerome to celebrate the occasion. read more...

Presented as part of the Couture Design Awards, the Couture Time Jury Prize for outstanding invention or innovation category was presented to Christophe Claret for the 21 Blackjack watch during the fabulous Encore Ballroom at the Wynn Las Vegas for the inaugural presentation of the Couture Time Jury Prize. read more...

F.P. Journe in collaboration with Christie’s has announced the extraordinary sales result of the Centigraphe Sport Number 001 with the final price soared to HK$ 3,620,000 /US$ 465,170 during the Christie’s Hong Kong Spring auction. read more...

On the occasion of an exceptional tournament to be held on June 27th 2011 at the famous Polo Club de Paris, LES ATELIERS LOUIS MOINET SA, in its capacity as official sponsor alongside other prestigious brands, will have the honour of presenting a team wearing the brand colours. read more...

The sultry Black Widow has struck yet again. During the inaugural presentation ceremony took in the fabulous Encore Ballroom at the Wynn Hotel/Casino in Las Vegas, Ladoire’s Black Widow received the prize for best "Watch Architecture". read more...

Robb Report, the USA's most prestigious luxury journal, have selected Montegrappa Icons Tribute to Muhammad Ali Knockout Edition as the "Best of the Best" Pen in their just-published signature June issue. read more...

During the 10th Annual Chrysalis Butterfly Ball held at a private resident in Los Angeles, California, Olivia Wilde wore Carrera y Carrera "Gardenia" 18k White Gold and Pearl Stud Earrings. Based in Madrid, Carrera y Carrera is one of Spain's premiere jewelers. read more...

Vacheron Constantin is enriching its Overseas collection in 2011 with the launch of two new models representing the future of this elegantly sporty and technical line. The Overseas Chronograph Perpetual Calendar “Boutiques Exclusive” signals the introduction of “high complications” into the collection while read more...

Jaquet Droz has presented its latest three models in ceramic. Scratchproof, inert and produced with exceptional expertise at extreme temperatures, the ceramic of the case symbolizes the values of purity, durability and refinement so dear to Jaquet Droz. read more...

This year, Bell & Ross is offering a new interpretation of its radar display, making it more analogous to the original instrument. Inspired by Air Traffic Control Radars, Bell & Ross proudly present the BR 01 Red Radar. read more...

Pomellato has unveiled its latest Tango Gold Collection, the perfect accessory for a classic style. Navy blue and white, the fresh and timeless classic, has a perfect new partner in Pomellato’s Tango rose gold cuff. read more...

LIALI Jewellery prides itself in presenting former Miss World and leading Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra as the new face of ASMI, a collection of fine diamond jewellery that features the four important phases in a woman’s life. read more...

This year, the world's largest timepiece event, the Hong Kong Watch and Clock Fair will take place on September 7 to 11, 2011 at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre 1 Expo Drive, Wanchai, Hong Kong. read more...

On 8th of June 2011, watch aficionados came together for Antiquorum's summer sale of Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces, which totaled a remarkable $4,500,075. The all-day sale held in Antiquorum's New York City auction room read more...

The 31st edition of MidEast Watch & Jewellery Show will be held from October 4-8, 2011 at Expo Centre Sharjah. The show will also build on the huge success of its spring edition this year, when it recorded 53,340 visitors during its five-day run, a six percent rise over the previous spring edition. read more...

US Antique Shows, a major producer of antique shows in North America, has announced that The New York Antique Jewelry & Watch Show will be returning to the Metropolitan Pavilion on July 22-25, 2011. read more...

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