Author: Solitaire Magazine
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ALISON LOU UPDATES EMOTICONS JEWELLERY COLLECTION
by Smitha Sadanandan, Photos courtesy of Alison Lou Lab-grown diamonds, natural gemstones, pearls elevate familiar motifs Alison Chemla has been on a roll since she launched her first collection inspired by face emoticons and the “the deceptive simplicity of modern communication and beyond” – TEXT MESSAGES. She set a new standard in style with…
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SINGAPORE AIRSHOW 2024 HITS RECORD HEIGHTS
Last month’s Singapore Airshow 2024, the ninth edition of Asia’s most influential aerospace and defence event recorded a huge success with the biggest trade attendee ever in history. Returning to a full-scale edition this year, the highly anticipated Singapore Airshow 2024 held at the Changi Exhibition Centre from 20-23 February last month saw over…
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IT’S TIME TO BE FASHION-FORWARD
Playful pop of hues take centrestage in the new SevenFriday C-series Leoline and Lotus sacré, which brings a colourful cheetah- and a vibrant lotus-inspired design to the watch face.
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ZOUK SINGAPORE CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
To mark International Women’s Day, Singapore’s prime night spot is curating an ‘inclusive celebration by women for women’ dubbed ‘Zouk Doesn’t Care’. It’s night after night of barrier-breaking parties as the club turns into a safe space for women to celebrate fellow women – especially those who are making waves in the music scene.
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SINGAPORE AIRSHOW 2024 SPOTLIGHTS INNOVATION WITH A FOCUS ON SUSTAINABILITY
Held from 20 to 25 February 2024 at the Changi Exhibition Centre More than 1,000 participating companies including 90 per cent of the top 20 global aviation companies More than 40,000 trade attendees from over 50 countries/ regions expected to attend Exhibitors include Airbus, AVIC, BAE Systems, Boeing, Bombardier, COMAC, Dassault Aviation, GE Aerospace, General Dynamics, Honeywell,…
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JEWELLERY TIMEPIECES SET THE HOURS AGLOW
by Lili Li Gemstones and fanciful designs are paired with precision mechanism. If the raison d’etre of every timepiece is merely to tell the time, we will obligingly strap dull and functional mini machines on our wrists. But, alas, it isn’t. Timepieces are an expression of hopeful anticipation, making the passage of time a…
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STANDOUTS FROM THE 2023 HJ COLLECTIONS
by Smitha Sadanandan There was nothing diminutive in the high jewellery offerings last year. Luxury maisons wowed us with volume, luscious stones, dreamy designs, and innovative techniques as they celebrated their commitment to the craft. We hunt down some of the memorable designs. TIFFANY & CO.: Flight of Fancy The Bird on a Rock…
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HOW CULTURAL & ECONOMIC SHIFTS ARE RE-SHAPING THE JEWELLERY INDUSTRY
by Michelle Teo, Photos courtesy of Arte Oro Consumers are seeking daring designs that show off individuality and varied tastes There is an opportunity to further integrate Singapore’s cultural heritage into designs, while promoting local artisans Trade agreements, international partnerships, investments in early-stage projects, and international exhibitions can uplift the industry Innovation in…
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JEWELS THAT ARE GOOD ENOUGH TO EAT
Nadine Ghosn Nadine Ghosn’s new croissant charms look good enough to eat. After dabbling with burgers and sushi, the Lebanese designer has turned her attention to mouth-watering flaky croissants. And the ones that caught her attention were those baked by pastry chef Cédric Grolet — the outcome was a delicious partnership and a limited-edition wearable…
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LUXURY JEWELLERY BRAND ALIGNS KEY BUSINESS ACTIVITIES TO SUSTAINABILITY GOALS
by Li Haohan, photos courtesy of Boucheron ‘Precious For The Future’, an impact report published in 2022, outlines Boucheron’s sustainability framework and initiatives, covering areas that range from sourcing to operations, and supply chain A key focus for the Maison’s sustainability commitment is raw materials – mostly comprising precious metals and stones – which…
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HKTDC JEWELLERY SHOWS SET TO RUN IN HK IN FEBRUARY 2024
Businesses dealing in jewellery trade, parts, and services will find tremendous business opportunities at the twin jewellery fairs that will take place in Hong Kong from late February this year. Organiser HKTDC promises a full array of exhibitors representing important brands across the world.
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CHARITY ORGANISATION CO-FOUNDER CHRISTINE AMOUR-LEVAR IS TRADING BALLGOWNS FOR ADVENTURES TO RAISE FUNDS AND AWARENESS FOR WOMEN IN DANGER
by Li Haohan, Photos courtesy of Women On A Mission Women On A Mission (WOAM) organises charity events in remote areas where they can dramatise their plea in behalf of marginalised women WOAM has successfully organised 12 challenging expeditions and multiple events in Singapore and abroad that have raised substantial funds (US$1.4 million to…