Chopard, Pomellato Dominate Critics’ Choice — Retail Implications?
Chopard and Pomellato-led looks at the 2026 Critics’ Choice underline design-led diamonds, emerald demand and menswear brooch growth — retail implications for 2026.
Category: Luxury
Chris Aire: €1M Jewellery Stolen on Côte d’Azur — What It Means
American designer Chris Aire reports more than €1m in high‑value jewellery stolen on the Côte d’Azur — a warning for security, insurance and high‑net‑worth consignments.
Jacob & Co.’s 209.71 ct Bandana Royale — Will Stage Jewelry Rise?
Jacob & Co. and G‑DRAGON’s Bandana Royale: 209.71 ct, 559.3g 18K gold performance collar. Rare provenance that reframes collector and retail demand.
Sydney Sweeney’s Gold W Cover — Will Chopard Necklace Shift Demand?
Sydney Sweeney appears in gold body paint on W, wearing an oversized Chopard necklace — a high‑jewelry moment likely to lift brand demand and boutique interest.
Gold Jewelry Surges as Creative Design Adds Premium — Will It Hold?
Gold’s bull run extends into 2026; design-forward jewelry and sustainable sourcing now command measurable premiums — what U.S. retailers and investors should act on.
Pink Panthers: €580K Halkidiki Jewelry Heist — What It Signals
€580,000 in watches and jewelry taken in a Halkidiki hotel heist; two suspects linked to the Pink Panthers arrested. A sharp reminder for US retailers and insurers.
AGA 2026 Board Adds Two Industry Veterans — What Changes?
Accredited Gemologists Association adds Claire Scragg and Susan Eisen to its 2026 board; new leadership under Dr. Çiğdem Lüle signals firmer certification standards.
Messika at Palm Springs: Miley Cyrus’ High Jewelry—Market Signal?
Messika’s high-jewelry worn by Miley Cyrus and Mia Goth at Palm Springs — undisclosed high-carat pieces; red‑carpet exposure lifts demand and resale value.
Kylie Jenner Wears $30.5K Cartier Panthère — Does Demand Shift?
Kylie Jenner styled a $30,500 Cartier Panthère necklace poolside, prompting resale interest and a renewed Cartier halo for US retailers and investors.
Ali Larter’s Plunge Gown at Critics’ Choice — Market Signal?
Ali Larter’s black plunge gown at the 2026 Critics’ Choice highlighted understated diamond accents and rising demand for restrained luxury—retailers take note.
Chopard 43.32ct Necklace Leads Critics’ Choice — Market Signal?
Chopard’s 43.32ct diamond necklace anchored Critics’ Choice looks — high‑carat natural diamonds driving collector demand and resale value in 2026.
Cartier’s 3-Story Rodeo Drive Flagship: U.S. Market Signal
Cartier is opening a three‑storey Rodeo Drive flagship — its second‑largest U.S. store — a multi‑million retail investment reshaping Beverly Hills luxury traffic.