GIA (Gemological Institute of America) announced today that it will host an “Open Day” on June 10 at the London campus to commemorate London Jewellery Week, a celebration of the city’s prominent position in the world of jewelry design, production and retail. GIA is a “prestige member” of London Jewellery Week, which will take place [...]
C10) 19/5/11: THE MINISTER OF MINERALS, ENERGY AND WATER RESOURCES LEAVES FOR ANTWERP, BELGIUM The Honourable Minister of Minerals, Energy and Water Resources, Dr P.H.K. Kedikilwe is attending the 6th edition of the Antwerp Diamond Conference on behalf of His Excellency the President of the Republic of Botswana. The Conference, scheduled for 23rd -24th May [...]
Actress Rosario Dawson wore Amrapali Jewelryto a private dinner on the Cavalli yacht during the 64th Annual Cannes Film Festival courtesy D’Orazio
A stunning diamond Faberge bracelet is one of the highlights of the Russian Sale, taking place at Bonhams on 8th June at New Bond Street. The bracelet is estimated to sell for £70,000 – 100,000. Created by senior Faberge workmaster August Holmstr?m circa 1900, the flexible bracelet is composed of twelve diamond-set sections, mounted with [...]
Swarovski add glamour to Andrew Lloyd Webber’s new production, The Wizard of Oz, which opened on the London Palladium stage on the 11th March 2011. It stars Michael Crawford as The Wizard and Danielle Hope (winner of the BBC’s smash hit Over the Rainbow) as Dorothy. The production contains all of the much loved songs [...]
Actress Rosario Dawson wore a Baccarat Bracelet to the (BELVEDERE) RED party in Cannes to celebrate the European launch of (BELVDERE) RED featuring a performance by Duran Duran held at the VIP Room Famous Club on May 13, 2011 in Cannes, France. source: D’orazio
Rachel McAdams wore Amrapali Jewelry to the ‘Sleeping Beauty’ Premiere during the 64th Annual Cannes Film Festival at the Palais des Festivals on May 12, 2011 in Cannes, France.
The Royal Collection has announced a programme of exhibitions at Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, and a touring exhibition to five UK venues to mark Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee next year. Jonathan Marsden, Director of the Royal Collection, said, ‘Our exhibitions celebrate The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee through many of the finest [...]
Buoyed by strong first quarter momentum in the U.S. and Europe and continuing growth in China and other fast growing luxury markets—including Russia, Brazil and the Middle East—worldwide luxury sales are projected to grow to €185 billion in 2011, up eight percent from €172 billion in 2010; this according to Bain & Company, the leading [...]
The London Diamond Bourse (LDB) has announced that following the recent death of its president Freddy Hager, the LDB board, or Council of Management, had been reformed and a new president and vice president appointed. The LDB’s new council is as follows: President: Harry Levy Vice President: Menachem E. Prager Treasurer: David Joffe Executive Officer: [...]
Harrods staged a unique confectionary showcase to mark the imminent marriage between Prince William and Catherine Middleton. From Tuesday 26th until Saturday 30th April 2011, each of the store’s iconic Brompton Road windows housed one of the 17 magnificent cakes created by big-name designers. The metre-high designs are each individually styled by esteemed designers from [...]
The Knot (NASDAQ: KNOT, www.theknot.com), the number one online wedding planning resource, today unveiled its royal wedding plans to provide viewers with live coverage, commentary and giveaways from 5 a.m. to 8 a.m. ET on April 29. Who designed Kate Middleton’s dress, and what was Prince William’s reaction upon seeing her enter Westminster Abbey? Our [...]