When we think back to Kate Middleton’s most memorable looks, our minds go to pretty pastels, floral lace, and smart tailoring. While these are all characteristics found in Alessandro Michele’s Gucci, we wouldn’t necessarily expect the Duchess of Cambridge, often photographed in classic styles from Alexander McQueen and Emilia Wickstead, to wear his eccentric designs. But that’s … Read More →
Ever wish you could live out the story line of a Disney movie, but are much more of a Nike-sneaker-everyday type of person? Well, do we have news for you. The sportswear brand announced a new version of its Air Force 1 Upstep Hi LX, a style first introduced in 1982, dubbed the Summer Shine. According … Read More →
Bricks-and-mortar retail may not be dead just yet – online shopping giant Amazon’s £10.7bn purchase of grocery store Whole Foods last week proved that – but new research shows that consumer spending is rapidly shifting from the high-street to the internet. The value of online card payments worldwide grew by 26 per cent during 2015 to reach $2.7 trillion (£2.13 trillion), representing 12 … Read More →
Home to world-class companies, gifted artisans and incredibly talented designers, Thailand continues to fortify its position as one of the brightest stars in the global jewellery and gemstone sector. In this issue, JNA takes a look at the growth strategies, innovative solutions, accomplishments and ambitions of our very own “Big Four” – four exceptional players in Thailand’s … Read More →
Russian mining giant Alrosa met with stakeholders of the Israeli diamond industry to discuss pertinent issues on manufacturing, synthetic diamonds as well as generic diamond marketing initiatives. Alrosa President Sergey Ivanov met with Israel Diamond Exchange (IDE) President Yoram Dvash and Israel Diamond Institute (IDI) Chairman Shmuel Schnitzer. High on the agenda of the three … Read More →
For the first time since 1964, the Philippine Embassy in Japan hosted a momentous fashion show presenting the best of Philippine culture. Honouring the inauguration of a new Philippine ambassador in Japan, Jose C. Laurel V, in time for Philippine Independence Day, the event showcased two of the country’s foremost icons: Leading Filipino designer Rajo … Read More →
European jeweller Freywille is showcasing a fine jewellery collection inspired by renowned painter Gustav Klimt in its Hong Kong boutique from July to August. The exhibit is in celebration of Klimt’s 155th birthday. The Hommage à Gustav Klimt Collection features jewellery pieces such as rings, pendants and earrings in fire enamel and 18-karat solid gold, according to the … Read More →