

Victoria Gomelsky
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Eight Watch Brands Now Sell $1 Billion a Year
There now are eight brands selling more than $1 billion each year. Experts say it means big brands are getting bigger and their products are...

Despite the Watch World’s Secrecy, Data Services Expand
Swiss brands and retailers now have a few options to determine what’s happening with the industry. Just a couple of years ago, they had almost...

Audemars Piguet’s New C.E.O. Wasn’t an Obvious Choice
Until she took charge at Audemars Piguet last year, Ilaria Resta had spent her career in fragrance and beauty.

Soon You May Know Exactly Where Your Diamond Was Mined
Several traceability systems have been introduced in the last six months, spurred by sanctions against Russian-mined stones.

Embracing the In-Store Experience, Watch Boutiques Blossom in the Digital Age
Online sales continue to be a focus, but brands are having a hard time finding enough days for all their ribbon cuttings.

In Italy, Using Modern Jewelry Machinery for New Creations
Manufacturers in Vicenza are experimenting with technological advances that would allow brands to go beyond traditional handcrafted methods.

Shaking Off the World’s Worries, Jewelry Focuses on Growth
Houses like Bulgari, Cartier and Prada are expanding their factories and adding new product lines.

Patek Philippe’s Nautilus Turns to White Gold
“We made enough” watches with stainless steel, the brand’s president said. So he decided to take the new Ref. 5811 upmarket.