March
Van Cleef & Arpels has become stealth wealth hit with Gen Z
Catherine Rénier, CEO of Van Cleef & Arpels, is well aware of her brand’s hit status with Generation Z.
February
Plutus tax frauds’ luxury taste goes under the hammer
The original owners of these proceeds of crime don’t have much use for them in jail.
Lovisa’s global ambition takes shape as 1000th store looms
But investors in the fast-fashion chain backed by billionaire Brett Bundy are also concerned about the company’s ability to control costs as it rapidly expands.
Diamonds are not forever (as lab-grown rocks tank prices)
The price of a ring-size single-carat stone has fallen by 37 per cent. To survive, luxury jewellers will have to persuade their clientele that a natural diamond is still worth the outlay.
Elegant glassware and aphrodisiac chocolates for Valentine’s Day
Romantic buys to give to your loved one, or yourself, this February 14.
January
Birkin bags and vintage Alhambra: GCQ bets on luxury in 2025
The fund believes Cartier and Van Cleef’s core clientele are becoming wealthier and less exposed to macroeconomic fluctuations.
Blundy’s former right-hand man takes on Lovisa jewellery empire
Shane Fallscheer spent more than a decade growing the billionaire’s accessories retailer into a giant. Can he do it again – for himself – with Harli + Harpa?
December 2024
Point King Capital swoops on hot Sydney jewellery brand Arms of Eve
The Bondi Beach-founded business sells affordable accessories that have been seen on Margot Robbie, Dua Lipa and Hailey Bieber.
38-diamond phone case: gifts for when the price doesn’t matter
Gift options are wide open when money is practically no object. Something from this gold-standard selection is sure to delight.
8 glittery gifts for your partner
From signature jewellery that cries “look at me!” to subtle looks and personalised pieces, we’ve got you covered.
Not everyone likes this new watch CEO. He’s OK with that
Bremont has a new man at the top, and he doesn’t sweat his haters.
November 2024
Mammoth tusks and jellyfish: how to bring jewellery ‘alive’
Starting with a sculpture helps jewellery designer Bibi van der Velden define in her mind her collections of ‘wearable works of art’.
The jewel house that’s stuck in the ’70s – for good reason
Back then, no one did opulence quite like Piaget. But with this extravagant new high-jewellery collection, the maison’s momentum is building again.
The hobby that taught this jeweller to slow down
Sarah Munro takes inspiration from her scuba diving adventures for her Sarah & Sebastian jewellery collections.
Jewellery’s hottest trend? Raiding Nanna’s treasure chest
Pinning on a brooch adds a stamp of your personal style. Here is a stunning selection to add to your treasure chest.
This jeweller creates custom memento pieces for times of bereavement
A Sydney designer’s memorial creations are helping bring solace to people who have lost a loved one.
Brett Blundy reassures investors after Lovisa sales miss mark
The jewellery and accessories chain’s billionaire chairman insists he is still a “growth junkie” despite new store openings falling well short of expectations.
How to invest in jewellery
Covering the jewellery beat for 30 years, historian and author Carol Woolton has glittering tales, and ideas for your hard-earned cash.
Jewellery for $2m, $20,000 and a touch over $2000
We’ve got your bling sorted this week, plus other ways to brighten the world.
The tricks to layering your jewellery
Why choose just one piece to wear when you have multiple favourites? Follow these simple guidelines to avoid getting strange looks.