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In this issue
Hard luxury ranges are seen by customers as the most portable, transferable form of wealth in times of economic uncertainty
Sep 7, 2012
©Bloomberg
Sep 7, 2012
Brands: Richemont’s Russian victory is legal landmark
James Shotter reports on a big stride in protection of intellectual property
Sep 7, 2012
Second lines: Watch out for the ‘younger brothers’
Nicholas Foulkes explains why some bigger names are reviving lesser known marques
Sep 7, 2012
Blogging: Web nerds are now part of the family
The influence of internet is growing, reports Robin Swithinbank
Sep 7, 2012
Watch rental: Hired ‘hands’ may turn out to be a concept that has legs
Try before you buy can be a way to tempt existing owners to upgrade, explains Simon de Burton
Sep 7, 2012
Star gazing: Best places to study phases of the moon
Simon de Burton reports on a horological collaboration
Sep 7, 2012
High frequency: Industry races to achieve yet greater speeds
Timothy Barber considers the virtues of craft over precision
©Dreamstime
Sep 7, 2012
The biennale: The big names ‘will always have Paris’
Avril Groom on a long-running luxury event that has kept its mystique
©Billy Farrell
Sep 7, 2012
Jewel wizards: A remote Philippines factory helps supply Milan’s runways
Syl Tang makes the long journey to a little known area to see a supplier popular with the top luxury houses
Sep 7, 2012
Pilot watches: Look developed for high fliers still appeals
A way to satisfy cravings for both nostalgia and gizmos at the same time, says Jim Shi
Sep 7, 2012
Internet finance: How to kick-start your bright idea
Claire Adler looks at a campaign to raise capital online
Sep 7, 2012
Advances: Developments that embrace geometry and aerodynamics
Simon de Burton gets to grips with Cartier’s ID Two concept watch
Sep 7, 2012
Beyond the wrist: Objets that reflect the traditions of horlogerie
Avril Groom explains why jewellery is increasingly seen on sale with watches
Sep 7, 2012
Las Vegas fairs: The return of bigger, bolder gemstones
Anthony DeMarco on the continuing fascination with colour
Sep 7, 2012
Middle East links: European designers connect with Arab world
Claire Adler reports on a tie-up between Fiera di Vicenza and the Dubai World Trade Centre
Sep 7, 2012
Investment: Groups receive a buffeting from volatile stock markets
Graff’s abandoned IPO was not the only mishap, says Claire Adler
Sep 7, 2012
Creative directors: Interpreting aesthetics for a modern age
Nicholas Foulkes on the importance of personality
Sep 7, 2012
Laboratory-made diamonds: Even the wealthy buy gems that are not the real thing
Syl Tang considers the debate over whether faux jewels have the right kind of kudos
Sep 7, 2012
Argyle pink diamonds: Focus is on royal connections at Kensington Palace auction
Vivienne Becker considers the rarity value of dwindling reserves of gems
Sep 7, 2012
Investment: Diamonds may take over from precious metals
Lucie Greene reports on proposals for exchange traded funds
Sep 7, 2012
Stores of wealth: Investors go for something more tangible
One popular choice is investment diamonds, reports Claire Adler
Sep 7, 2012
Harry Winston: Unabashed passion for diamonds and women
This jeweller’s name became part of popular culture, says Jim Shi
Sep 7, 2012
A family story: ‘I had to learn a great deal quickly about hard luxury’
Olivier Reza’s journey has taken him from mergers and acquisitions to jewellery design, writes Elizabeth Paton
Sep 7, 2012
The competition circuit: How to propel talent to the top of the business world
Claire Adler looks at the pros and cons of contests
Sep 7, 2012
Heritage: The increasing attraction of the family connection
Clients are seeking authenticity over the perceived anonymity of corporate-run brands, writes Avril Groom
Sep 7, 2012
Affordable luxury: Pomellato tries its luck with a silver collection
Eric Sylvers considers the company’s decision to introduce a range that does not use gold
Sep 7, 2012
Gold plate: Substitutes shed cheap, disposable reputation
Elisa Anniss looks at designer pieces that are desirable as never before
Sep 7, 2012
Retail outlets: Mayfair offices turned into high-end shops
Landlords are busy matching faces to places, says Simon Brooke
Sep 7, 2012
Autumn auctions: Antiquorum kicks off sales season early
The house breaks with tradition to cater to enthusiasm in Hong Kong, writes Simon de Burton
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