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The fall couture shows in Paris were held earlier than the usual July dates to avoid clashing with preparations for the Olympic Games, but the season still offered some Parisian high jewelry houses a chance to shine brightly. In Paris, the 67-piece Hermès collection, Les Formes de la Couleur (the Shapes of Color), was the largest the house had produced — and arguably its most playful. A freestyle brushstroke, for example, was rendered as a mono-earring called Fresh Paint, with green tsavorite garnets simulating pigment. And while the house has nearly 75,000 shades in its silk color library, the collection was the first time it had used so many primary colors and rainbow palettes for jewelry. “It took us a long time to do a lot of diamonds and colored gemstones,” said Pierre Hardy, the creative director of Hermès jewelry since 2001 and of high jewelry since its introduction in 2010. “With leather, silk and makeup, one sees how color informs the world of Hermès, but for jewelry we’d never experimented with that kind of mix before.” The designer described his creative process as “liberating color from minerality, cuts and facets to let it be more supple, almost liquid or diffuse, like makeup on the body.” Read More: https://lnkd.in/gmj7c7fD Photo Credit: Hermès #GemologicalScienceInternational #GSICertified #GSI #GSICertification #Gemstone #Jewelry #Gemstones #DesignerJewelry #GemLab #GemstoneTesting #Gemology #GemstoneGrading #Gemologist #Diamonds #ColoredGemstones #PreciousStones #FashionJewelry #ParisCoutureWeek

From ancient drapery to modern couture, the evolution of the dress is a fascinating story of cultural shifts, technological advancements, and artistic expression. This document provides insight into the history of dress. #FashionHistory #DressEvolution #Couture #FashionDesign #CulturalHistory #StyleInnovation Inshorts

The making of Christian Dior Couture garments involves processes that blends traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation. From designing concepts, pattern making, fabric cuttings, assembly to fitting, adjustments, finishing touches & presentation. The whole process ensures each garments is a high-quality masterpiece. Dior's leather goods collections are made in Europe. Their shoes and ready-to-wear collections are manufactured in France and in Italy. Much of the world has slowed down but Christian Dior Couture haute couture production has continued in the homes of its talented seamstresses. While millions embrace teleworking, the artisan gowns have been skillfully created through the concept of ‘telecouture’. Made entirely by hand, the dressmakers traditionally spend hundreds of hours crafting the exclusive garments at the Dior workshop in Paris but have made the move to ply their passion for métier in their own homes. #dior #fashion #luxurybrands #educationalcontent #luxe #fashionmaking #fashionbrands #students #mastersstudents #internationalbrands #luxurylifestyle #diorbeauty #dior #paris #france #educationalcontent

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Color-Blocking 101. Couture runways aren’t the only places where color-blocking occurs—it happens, too, in new jewelry collections and is an important concept for jewelers to understand. Color-blocking pairs opposite colors together for fashion victories (think Mondrian and Stephen Burrows). Fine jewelers need the savvy to confidently suggest colored gemstone and enamel jewels to clients who enter stores in the season’s latest hues. So, when merchants are facing shoppers in Peach Fuzz–color T-shirts, he or she can quickly offer complementary champagne diamonds or, on the other end of the spectrum, minty-green garnets or chrysoprase for an über Miami Vice vibe. LALI Jewels This is valuable information, maintains Monica McDaniel, vice president, Chatham, Inc. “Anytime jewelry and fashion intersect, you find the ultimate self-expression,” she notes. “Retailers need to understand trends and how to use color in their conversations with the client. Guiding and offering up suggestions sets you apart from other jewelers.” It’s also meaningful because “it creates an organized shopping experience for the customer,” observes Perilynn Glasner, marketing and design director for Lali Jewelry. During in-store events, her sales teams use color-blocking techniques to showcase collections effectively. Click Here To Read The Article: https://lnkd.in/eBNzQTEu #plumbclub #plumbclubmember #colorblocking101 #jewelryindustry #jewelrylove #plumbclubtrends #couture #highjewelry #gemstonejewelry #diamondjewelry

I'll let you decide... Exhibit One: A May 28th 2024, public review paints a troubling picture: "Purchased a bag which ripped apart on first couple of uses, the team has stopped responding and kept our original product since 3 months." This isn't an isolated incident. Exhibit Two: The data further reveals: → 87%+ disconnect in BALENCIAGA's customer touchpoints. → At a cost of over half a billion euros in lost customer loyalty and revenue. Imagine the potential if François-Henri Pinault and Kering's executive team invested just 140 hours to address these issues instead. The clear improvements could unlock €500M, driving significant growth and restoring shareholder confidence in the brand and Kering. If only they could see it... #StrategicDetective #CustomerExcellence #OperationalExcellence #LuxuryRetail #BusinessGrowth #ShareholderValue #Balenciaga #Kering #CustomerExperience #BrandReputation

Kering BALENCIAGA can we apply what the ancient Romans used to say “errare humanum est, perseverare autem diabolicum”? Or is it more “per aspera ad astra?” What do you think of this haute couture? Will this positively impact the brand and the group business? What shall we expect for results Q2 and Half 2024? Will sticking to this strategy prove the management is creating value and business around the brand? #brandmanagement

The inimitable Yves Saint Laurent put it best when he said, "fashions fade, style is eternal." When it comes to curating a jewellery box that will serve you well for a lifetime, it's worth remembering that some things truly never go out of style. A few classic pieces have actually transcended time, achieving truly iconic status and the ability to bestow any outfit with instant polish. A classic pair of diamond studs is the jewelry equivalent of a Little Black Dress: effortlessly stylish and a fail-safe way to elevate any look. Whatever you pair them with – be it a workaday suit, denim or a cashmere jumper – they will add instant polish. #GemologicalScienceInternational #GSICertified #GSI #GSICertification #Gemstone #Jewelry #Gemstones #DesignerJewelry #GemLab #GemstoneTesting #Gemology #GemScience #GemstoneGrading #Gemologist #Diamond #Diamonds #GemologyLab #DiamondsAreForever #LuxuryJewelry #HighJewelry #DeBeers #IconicJewellery

Does BALENCIAGA have a €500M blind spot? I'll let you decide... Exhibit One: A recent public review paints a troubling picture: "Purchased a bag which ripped apart on the first couple of uses, the team has stopped responding and kept our original product for 3 months." This isn't an isolated incident. Exhibit Two: The data reveals a deeper €500M customer loss: → Brand Experience: -€301M → Retail Channels: -€70M → Quality: -€105M → Delivery Excellence: -€55M → End-to-End Returns: -€22M Is the brand chasing artistry over customer excellence? What do customers and shareholders think? Consider the potential transformation if François-Henri Pinault and Kering's executive team were to invest just 140 hours in addressing these critical touchpoints. The impact could be significant. These improvements, if implemented, could unlock a substantial €500M in value. This would not only drive significant growth but also restore shareholder confidence in both Balenciaga and Kering. The question, though, is: Can Kering afford to ignore this? Just imagine if they chose to see instead. #StrategicDetective #CustomerExcellence #OperationalExcellence #LuxuryRetail #BusinessGrowth #ShareholderValue #Balenciaga #Kering #CustomerExperience #BrandReputation #FrançoisHenriPinault

The Power of Coordination: Matching Jewellery to Your Outfit Colors and Patterns