Wear your heart on your sleeve – and your legs, hands and feet
The fitness-tracking ring is the talk of the C-suite. Get ready to muscle in
Despite the sense of uncertainty and geopolitical tension around the world, the market for high jewellery remains buoyant; palladium proves its worth as a lighter metal option; the Seiko that secretly went into space; the business of friendship bracelets
Keenly priced offerings that embody the design values of high-end pieces are a fast-growing and lucrative segment
Unique shapes and a perceived rarity value have led to premium prices for high-end pieces
Swifties following their idol’s Eras Tour have bonded — and created fledgling businesses — with friendship bracelets
The Dublin-based glove designer likes to wear mementos of big occasions in her professional and personal life every day
The latest rugged luxury model of the kigumi-inspired watch combines hand-finishing with high-tech metals
Long superseded by digital technology, older mechanical pieces are attracting collectors for their history and aesthetics
The two houses have been praised for their horological creativity in a market many critics say is lacking that
Necklaces based on the military symbol have proved enduring as statements and for their scope for bespoke creations
A youthful and increasingly diverse clientele seeking timeless, feelgood pieces is driving growth, as more brands enter the market
Ecommerce can provide resilience in a rocky retail landscape but requires a clear strategy and a decent budget
Industry bodies are struggling to agree on the terms ‘recycled’ and ‘reprocessed’, creating confusion among consumers
Seasonal pop-ups and concept stores look to lure wealthy customers in a relaxed mood and even attract new ones
Designers are seizing on falling prices for the metal, as well as the creative possibilities of its whiteness and low density
A wealthy clientele in this rural region of southern England is a fast-growing market for independent designers
An innovative alloy developed in the UK has properties that make the metal easier and cheaper to work with
Men’s outfitters that can whip up a bespoke two-piece in a day or so are legion in HK. But an upcoming set of tailors who favour quality over speed insist on taking their time . . .
Turn summer outings into a party with these stylish accessories
The playful New York label, which takes its name from a vegetable, is enjoying its moment in the sun
The brand has unveiled a new version of the chronograph astronaut William Pogue slipped into his pocket for a 1973 mission
Be a headline act this summer
It’s time to think shrink
Choose clever materials that can help to regulate your body temperature
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