On 'Today,' with which ring will they wed?
New York—Today's a big day for bridal designers, as the Today show continued its famous "Today Throws A Wedding—Race to the Altar" segment with a feature on bridal bands.
Bulgari loses some luster
For the first quarter, Italian jeweler Bulgari reported an increase in sales to $358.3 million—a figure which fell short of analysts expectations of $365.7 million, Forbes.com reported. The...
JIC honors elite trio at Gem Awards
New York—Taking a break from its efforts to promote fine jewelry, the Jewelry Information Center (JIC) turned the spotlight on three of the industry's finest on Friday night, paying honors to...
Bulgari opens Ginza Tower
Ginza, a luxury shopping district in Tokyo, is now home to the worlds largest Bulgari. The luxury jewelry store, which opened Monday, is located at 2-7-12, Ginza, Chuo-ku and includes 940-square...
Bulgari CEO repeats company not for sale
In an interview with French newspaper "La Tribune," Francesco Trapani, chief executive for Bulgari, categorically denied that the Italian luxury jeweler is for sale. He also affirmed that the company,...
Bulgari's 1Q profit up, confirms 2007 forecast
Bulgari on Tuesday reported a net profit rise of 31.5 percent on higher sales in jewelry and watches for the first quarter. The launch of a new line of watches contributed to sales growth, which...
Bulgari sees potential in expanding U.S.
Over the next few years, Bulgari would like to increase its presence in U.S. department stores and expand into Dallas, Boca Raton, Fla., and Seattle. The third-largest jewelry retailer currently has...
The ancient anew
The Roman motif in Bulgari's jewelry collections is an integral part of the design of its new flagship store on Fifth Avenue. Inspirations from Roman culture, including art and coins, can be seen in...
Bulgari reports 3Q sales growth in jewelry, watches
Rome—Jewelry sales increased 9.7 percent and watch sales increased 14.8 percent for the third quarter at Bulgari Group.
Watch Dealers Network launches price-list resource
Davie, Fla.--The Watch Dealers Network (TheWDN.com) has introduced a new resource featuring U.S. retail price lists, reference numbers and descriptions of thousands of major watch brands.
Ready for romance?
Plantation, Fla.—Independent retailer Levinson Jewelers, based in Plantation, is showcasing the latest luxurious jewelry gifts for the year's most romantic holiday.
Italian jeweler Bulgari boycotts Myanmar gems
In a recent statement regarding its ban on gems from Myanmar, Bulgari declared that it has never bought gems directly in the country, "only on the international markets." The world's third-largest...
Latest Christie's auction sells 50 percent by lot
Geneva--A day after the three top diamond lots failed to sell at Sotheby's auction in Geneva, a Christie's auction in the same city sold only 50 percent by lot.
AWA elects new board
Washington, D.C.—The American Watch Association (AWA) has appointed Ronald Wolfgang of Jaeger-LeCoultre its chairman for the 2006-2007 year.
Designer Showcase to open in New York
New York—The National Jewelry Institute will inaugurate its first-ever exhibition of contemporary jewelry from leading designers, the "2008 Designer Showcase," opening this week at the Forbes...
Survey: Luxury consumers want Winston
New York—Due to its great reputation and status as the "ultimate in diamond design," Harry Winston has been named the top luxury brand by wealthy consumers, according to the Luxury Intitute's...
Survey: Harry Winston top luxury jewelry brand
New York—Uber-rich consumers rate Harry Winston as the leading luxury jewelry brand, according to the Luxury Institute's 2007 Luxury Brand Status Index.
Extraordinary jewels on display at latest GIA exhibit
Carlsbad, Calif.—As part of the Gemological Institute of America's (GIA) Diamond Anniversary Gala, which kicked off the 4th International Gemological Symposium on Aug. 27, the GIA Museum opened...
GIA relocates Florence, Italy, unit
Carlsbad, Calif.—The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) is relocating its Florence, Italy, location this fall to the first floor of the Palazzo Bartolini Salimbeni, a 16th-century building...
Tiffany eyeing E. Side
Rumors are circulating that Tiffanyand Co. and Brooks Brothers are securing space at 708 Madison Ave. in Manhattan. Tiffany spokeswoman Linda Buckley denies reports that the luxury jewelry retailer...