This section covers the business side of the luxury industries, looking at style in its business context and analysing trends in people’s consumer and lifestyle habits.
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Maverick known for bold colours and unconventional shapes has relaunched his eponymous brand after 15 years
The German maker’s first minute repeater, perpetual calendar watch combines ease of use with reliability and robustness
The UK city aims to build on its reputation for manufacturing and education to become a design and retail centre
A collaboration between Pomellato and Gucci aims to replicate the success of Boucheron and offset falls in fashion sales
The fashion entrepreneur sees her jewellery as a timeline of memories
Emmanuel Tarpin’s bespoke designs reflect the bonds he forges with collectors and their faith in his visions
Christopher Ward and Tudor are among brands tapping into the sport’s fast-growing fanbases, including the US and women
A buoyant fine minerals market reflects rising demand for aesthetically pleasing specimens
Designers are exploring more modern styles and materials, beyond traditional crystals and gemstones
The UK brand is one of several watchmakers offering a contemporary take on a centuries-old complication
From pieces using high-tech materials to astronaut-themed dials, the industry is exploring new frontiers
The first woman to join the prestigious AHCI, she has honed her craft to produce a debut piece combining the traditional and futuristic
Amid buoyant consumer demand, watchmakers are under pressure to pass on costs or turn to alternative materials
The Antwerp-based doctor and collector combines his love of contemporary pieces with a desire to support emerging talent
Jobs for Indigenous people especially are under threat, though prices for stones are forecast to rise as scarcity increases
As the organisation nears its 700th anniversary, its head wants it to be ‘more relatable’ as an industry showcase
Eric Pirson reflects on the brand’s increased focus on sport partnerships, its differences with Rolex and its wider strategic moves
Prices at auction are breaking records, while the gemstone’s individuality is proving popular for engagement rings
Bvlgari is bucking the gloom in much of the European luxury sector by investing in domestic manufacturing and training
Cartier’s Women’s Pavilion sits besides global efforts by other brands to advance female entrepreneurship
Gem-set timepieces dominate this year’s releases, reflecting high-ticket demand for models made from jewels and precious metals
Chopard’s supply of parts for a Geneva academy is part of industry efforts to nurture next-generation watchmakers
Swiss watchmakers also aim to regrow the market by focusing on classical looking mechanical designs
From peridot to topaz and garnets, vibrant stones are commanding increasingly higher prices
Hand weaving, the use of beads and non-precious metals are among the traditional crafts that add another dimension to contemporary pieces
