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Look back of Maison & Objet September 2022, Paris Design Week, France

The Maison & Objet 2022 took place from 8 to 12 September at Paris-Nord Villepinte Parc des Expositions, Allée des Érables, Paris, France. For the September 2022 edition, following two years surrounded by our own four walls, Maison&Objet Paris is inviting visitors to step inside the new kind of world we’ve all been dreaming of, echoing a deep-rooted need for meaning and emotion. Maison&Objet Paris illustrates this social undercurrent with its “META SENSIBLE” mantra, which paints a picture of a physical world that is no longer in opposition with its digital counterpart. Better still, the two worlds are mutually influential, cross-fertilising and even merging to become a brandnew media for creation, communication and distribution. It is a concept that was forged by the NellyRodi agency, and was rolled out through a range of different activities come September. Industry professionals from the home decor, design, crafts and lifestyle sectors were finally…

Look back of Maison & Objet in January 2023, Paris, France

The Maison & Objet 2023 took place from 19 to 23 January at Paris-Nord Villepinte Parc des Expositions, Allée des Érables, Paris, France. On a “quest of pleasures”, is a fair for household goods and decorations. Maison&Objet in January 2023 was proudly displaying colours, extravagance, audacity and humour as many added values of this new edition. The spring edition marked by dynamic international business, confirming the attractiveness of inspiring events. The inspiration theme was invite us to a rediscovered exaltation, to the re-enchantment of our lives, free from the austerity to which society and brands have bowed in response to a world in crisis. It was in a positive business climate once again that the doors of the decor, design and lifestyle fair, located at the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre. The trade show many exhibitors a wide range of products for the housewares and decorative items. Industry professionals from…

Review of Creativeworld 2023, Messe Frankfurt, Germany

Creativeworld is the world’s biggest and most important trade fair for the DIY sector. Key players and newcomers to the sector will meet in Frankfurt Fair and Exhibition Centre to present their innovations in the fields of hobbies, arts and crafts, graphic artists’ and artists’ requisites, handiwork, textile design and decorative handicrafts. Creativeworld Frankfurt was took place throughout Feb 4-7, 2023, held from in parallel with Christmasworld and Ambiente in Frankfurt am Main, thus creating new synergies. The consumer goods market is moving, the expansion and merging of the Global Sourcing section of the three leading trade fairs into a joint offering. Creativeworld 2023 in Congress Centre Messe Frankfurt is the world’s most important trade fair for the international hobby, craft and artists’ supplies sector and an inspiring treasure chest for the creative community. Every year, the most important manufacturers in the DIY sector come together here to present their…

Guide Tour of the route of craftsmanship in Florence, Italy

The discover of craftsmanship in Florence is a very rich experience, which will guide you through the intricate streets of the center to the shops of Oltrarno, to discover historical traditions and now rare crafts. From leather goods to goldsmiths, passing through bookbinders and, of course, gastronomy, craftsmanship in Florence is a true vocation for entire families, who jealously hand down their secrets from generation to generation. The artisan shops in which the ancient Florentine crafts are carried out are so deeply rooted in the territory that they characterize the history and the physiognomy of the city itself. In these shops, crafts that were born in the Renaissance are carried out and artisanal and artistic products are made that represent a unique heritage throughout the world. A set of different figures move within these shops: artisans who grind glass, decorators, engravers, potters who reproduce the trades of their fathers and…

Look back of Biennale des Antiquaires 2012, Paris, France

The 26th edition of the Biennale des Antiquaires, the premier showcase of art and antiques featuring treasures from the world’s greatest dealers, opens its doors from September 13 to 23, 2012 at the Grand Palais. The Biennale des Antiquaires, which since the 1950s has guaranteed the influence of the antiques profession throughout the world Closely intertwined with that of the 19 th and 20th-century universal exhibitions, the Biennale des Antiquaires is a Parisian feast of antiques, fine art, jewelery and other miscellaneous objects of desire. For its 26th edition, this year’s set was designed by Karl Lagerfeld, with the intent of creating a miniature Paris inside the impressive Beaux Art exhibition hall. With the theme of a giant hot air balloon, it reinterprets the desire for exploration and the unknown in old Paris of the Belle Époque. The fantastical scenography emphasise the immensity and the splendour of the glass roof,…

Brief presentation of Chopard High Jewellery Collection

Chopard is a Swiss luxury watch, jewelry and accessories company founded in 1860 by Louis-Ulysse Chopard. The founder initially focused on designing precision pocket watches and chronometers. He creates a manufacture, namely a watchmaking house whose watches and movements are essentially designed and assembled in-house. Chopard is best known for making high-quality Swiss watches and jewellery, and its clients have included Tsar Nicholas II of Russia. The company produces around 75,000 timepieces and 75,000 jewelleries each year, and is an active member of the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry FH. The company is headquartered in Geneva and has a site in Fleurier, Canton of Neuchâtel, that manufactures watch movements. The group has production sites in Meyrin, Fleurier and Pforzheim, where watches, jewellery, automatic movements and other key components are made. Pforzheim is the center of jewellery, and in Meyrin that Chopard manufactures its gold alloys and its bracelets. Chopard…

Look back of Biennale des Antiquaires 2014, Paris, France

The 27th edition of the Biennale des Antiquaires, the premier showcase of art and antiques featuring treasures from the world’s greatest dealers. The Biennale des Antiquaires, which since the 1950s has guaranteed the influence of the antiques profession throughout the world, opens its doors from September 11 to 21, 2014 at the Grand Palais. Closely intertwined with that of the 19 th and 20th-century universal exhibitions, the Biennale des Antiquaires is a Parisian feast of antiques, fine art, jewelery and other miscellaneous objects of desire. For art lovers from across the world, the Biennale des Antiquaires has been a must-attend event for more than half a century and quintessentially representative of the French “art de vivre”. Exhibitors the best of their private collections in rows of stands, each crafted to project a cocktail of prestige, exceptional taste and a discreet blanket of opulence. The Biennale des Antiquaires aims to identify…

Brand story and Brief presentation of Chaumet Jewelry collection 2010s-2020s

Chaumet is a French jewelry, jewelery and watchmaking house founded in 1780 by Marie-Étienne Nitot. Fourteen artisans ply their trade in the workshop on Place Vendôme under the direction of foreman Pascal Bourdariat. Official supplier to Empress Josephine and jeweler to sovereigns, Chaumet was also the first jewelry house to set up shop in Place Vendôme, in 1812. As of 2012, it was owned by LVMH. The history of Chaumet has been intimately entwined with the history of France since the founding of the Paris jeweler in 1780. Chaumet very quickly became official jeweler to Empress Joséphine. Marie-Etienne Nitot was appointed to design jewellery for Napoleon and all members of the royal family after his creations for Napleon’s coronation and wedding. The Maison’s high jewelry savoir-faire has been passed down through generations of jewelers for almost 240 years. For five centuries, Paris has been renowned for the quality and creativity…

Look back of Maison & Objet in January 2020, Paris, France

Maison&Objet 2020 last from January 17 to 21 at the Villepinte Exhibition Centre in Paris, demonstrated outstanding resilience. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Maison & Object, which has been constantly reinventing itself past 25 years, managed to retain its magnetic attraction. Marking the event’s quarter century, this particular edition of the international trade fair for the decoration, design and lifestyle sector. To herald the start of the brand new decade, Maison&Objet decided to dedicate both its 25th anniversary year editions to the same inspiring topic: (RE)GENERATION! The aim? Give visitors the chance to get to grips with the consumer behaviour displayed by generations Y and Z, which is both intriguing and unsettling in equal measure. Assisted by style consultancy Nelly Rodi, the January edition explored the level of engagement these new meaning-driven consumers exhibit (with a specific itinerary flagging up eco-friendly brands having already been launched last year). The September edition,…

Look back of Biennale des Antiquaires 2016, Paris, France

The 28th edition of the Biennale des Antiquaires, the premier showcase of art and antiques featuring treasures from the world’s greatest dealers since the 1950’s. The Biennale des Antiquaires 2016 took place at the Grand Palais in Paris from September 10 – 18. Closely intertwined with that of the 19 th and 20th-century universal exhibitions, the Biennale des Antiquaires is a Parisian feast of antiques, fine art, jewelery and other miscellaneous objects of desire. For art lovers from across the world, the Biennale des Antiquaires has been a must-attend event for more than half a century and quintessentially representative of the French “art de vivre”. Exhibitors the best of their private collections in rows of stands, each crafted to project a cocktail of prestige, exceptional taste and a discreet blanket of opulence. The Biennale des Antiquaires aims to identify and activate artistic practices that challenge the established values of art.…

Private Tours of the Garnier Palace Backstage, Paris, France

Guided tours behind the scenes of the Palais Garnier are a unique moment. As a well-known historical building, Palais Garnier is known as the representative of Napoleon III style, with rich architectural decoration and various unknown secret stories. Discover the backstage and public areas of the theatres. Access places unknown to the general public, such as the dance costume creation workshops at the Palais Garnier or the jewelry and wig creation workshops. Discover all aspects of this landmark, including those less frequently visited, on a private guided tour led by an experienced professional guide. The Palais Garnier unveils its most secret places such as the “Opera’ s lake”, the costume workshops or the mysterious “salle des cabestans”. The tour open the doors to its workshops where sets are created and assembled. The tour then continues to the heart of the theater whose stage machinery and equipment are among the most unique…

Guide Tour of Gobelins Manufactory, Paris, France

The Gobelins Manufactory is a historic tapestry factory in Paris, France. It is located at 42 avenue des Gobelins, near Les Gobelins métro station in the 13th arrondissement of Paris. It is best known as a royal factory supplying the court of the French monarchs since Louis XIV, and it is now run by the Administration générale du Mobilier national et des Manufactures nationales de tapis et tapisseries of the French Ministry of Culture. It was originally established on the site as a medieval dyeing business by the family Gobelin. Recognizable thanks to the bas-reliefs of its facade representing weavers, the Manufacture des Gobelins has been producing tapestries for French palaces for more than four centuries. Created in 1601 under the reign of King Henry IV during the rise of Flemish tapestry. The Manufacture Nationale des Gobelins, as well as the corresponding soils, are classified as historical monuments by order…

Guide Tour of the Saint-Ouen flea market, Paris, France

The Saint-Ouen flea market designates both a district and a set of markets in the city of Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, on the edge of Paris. The various markets bring together nearly 2,000 merchants and extend over 7 hectares. The Paris Saint-Ouen flea market is located at a northern gate of Paris opposite the 18th arrondissement, it is held every Saturday, Sunday and Monday. It is the largest art and antiquity market in the world, totaling more than 5 million visitors a year, including many foreign tourists and very often celebrities, and attendance peaking at 150,000 people on certain weekends, it is the fourth or fifth French tourist destination (after Euro-Disney, Notre Dame, Le Louvre, the Eiffel Tower). The Paris Saint-Ouen flea market is the largest concentration of antique and bric-a-brac dealers in the world, They mainly offer antique items but also clothing and garage sale items. It’s an original experience of popular…

Review of Fuorisalone, Milan Design Week 2021, Italy

Fuorisalone and Milan design week takes place at venues across Milan from 4 to 10 September 2021. Another key event at Milan design week is Salone del Mobile, the world’s largest and most important furniture fair, which takes place at the Fiera Milano exhibition centre from 5 to 10 September. This celebration is known as Salone del Mobile, Milano and 2021 marked its 60th year anniversary in practice. Fuorisalone is the set of events distributed in different areas of Milan on the same days when the Salone Internazionale del Mobile takes place, which is staged in the stands of Rho Fiera. Currently, it is expanding into many related sectors including automotive, technology, telecommunications, art, fashion and food. Every year, in April, Salone and Fuorisalone define the Milan Design Week, the most important event in the world for design. The Fuorisalone is not a Fair event, it doesn’t have a central…

Nordic Museum, Stockholm, Sweden

The Nordic Museum is a museum located on Djurgården, an island in central Stockholm, Sweden, dedicated to the cultural history and ethnography of Sweden, preserve and bring to life the memory of life and work from 16th century to the present day. There is also an exhibition focusing on the only indigenous people in the Nordics – the Sami. The Nordic Museum is Sweden’s largest cultural history museum. The collections contain over 1.5 million objects. Through furniture and interiors, fashion and jewellery, glass and porcelain, the Nordic Museum tells about how people in the Nordic countries lived, ate, dressed and celebrated their story of Nordic lifestyle and traditions. The museum was founded by Artur Hazelius in 1873 who also founded the open-air museum Skansen. The exhibitions were originally shown in a room on Drottninggatan, before they moved into the current museum building in 1907. The building was built between 1889…

Murano, Venice, Veneto, Italy

Murano is a series of islands linked by bridges in the Venetian Lagoon, northern Italy. It is famous for its glass making. The center is known all over the world for the centuries-old artisan activity that produces Murano glass. There is a adopted conservation measures for the glass industry, strengthened brand certification, and introduced the local glass industry to tourists through the thriving tourism industry in the area. Visitors to the Murano island have the opportunity to witness the artisans demonstrate the whole process of hand-made glass products. Hand-made Murano glass can be found in boutiques in the city. Murano is located 1.5 km from Venice and is the largest of the islands in the lagoon. The area was already colonized in Roman times. Starting from the 10th century, Murano was an important commercial center; Saline production, water mills and fishing contributed to the growing economic importance. The demographic density…

Review of Hong Kong Mega Show 2016-2019, China

Hong Kong Mega Show, the largest and most important sourcing trade events in Hong Kong Every October. Series trade fair for gifts, premiums, housewares, kitchen & dining, lifestyle products, toys & games, christmas & festive, sporting goods and stationery in the Asia-Pacific region, The fair is a effective sourcing patfrom for global buyers. MEGA SHOW Series takes place over seven show days during the last two weeks of October at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. All major producers in China are on this exhibition brings together under one roof to national and international visitors opportunities to show their business with Chinese manufacturers to expand. Asian-made products are the top sourcing choice by global buyers across the world for their on-trend design, good quality and competitive prices. The show divided into two parts, the first phase is an annual trade show orders for household goods, gifts and toys, include…

Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair in early years, China

The Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair, the fair showcases hundreds exhibitors, makes it become the largest event of its kind in the world. The watch-and-clock show, gathers leading brands and industry players from around the world for a five-day timepiece journey. As the world”s largest timepiece event, It is a huge assembly of both long-established legendary brands and new brands with great novelty. The main categories exhibited at the show include branded Timepieces, clocks, packaging, trade services, complete watches, machinery & equipment, parts & components, etc. The Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair proved itself year after year to be an effective business platform for the global timepiece industry. As the world’s largest event of its kind, brings together major industry players around the globe to showcase their latest and most remarkable designs. Exhibit categories include: Brand Name Gallery (Brand Name Watches & Clocks); Complete Watches & Clocks; Part…

Review of 2012 Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair, China

The 31st HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair, the largest event of its kind in the world, last from 5-9 September 2012. This year’s fair showcases more than 720 exhibitors from 12 countries and regions, welcomes 73 buying missions representing more than 3,000 buyers from 64 countries and regions. The world’s largest watch-and-clock show, gathers leading brands and industry players from around the world for a five-day timepiece journey. As the world”s largest timepiece event, It is a huge assembly of both long-established legendary brands and new brands with great novelty. The main categories exhibited at the show include branded Timepieces, clocks, packaging, trade services, complete watches, machinery & equipment, parts & components, etc. The Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair proved itself year after year to be an effective business platform for the global timepiece industry. As the world’s largest event of its kind, brings together major industry…

Review of 2013 Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair, China

The 32nd HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair, the largest event of its kind in the world, last from 4-8 September 2013. This year’s fair showcases more than 750 exhibitors from 18 countries and regions. Germany, Russia, Singapore and Turkey are first-time exhibitors. The Watch & Clock Fair gathers leading brands and industry players from around the world for a five-day timepiece journey. The Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair proved itself year after year to be an effective business platform for the global timepiece industry. As the world’s largest event of its kind, brings together major industry players around the globe to showcase their latest and most remarkable designs. Exhibit categories include: Brand Name Gallery (Brand Name Watches & Clocks); Complete Watches & Clocks; Part & Components; Machinery/ Equipment; Packaging; Trade Services. Co-organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Ltd…

Review of 2014 Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair, China

The 33rd HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair, the largest event of its kind in the world, opens from 3-7 September 2014, with more than 760 exhibitors from 19 countries and regions taking part. The Watch & Clock Fair gathers leading brands and industry players from around the world for a five-day timepiece journey. Co-organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Ltd and the Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades and Industries Ltd, the Watch & Clock Fair gathers exhibitors, buyers and industry experts from around the world for five days of networking, intelligence sharing and deal making. As the world’s largest event of its kind, the HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair brings together major industry players around the globe to showcase their latest and most remarkable designs. Exhibit categories include: Brand Name Gallery (Brand Name Watches & Clocks);…

Review of 2015 Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair, China

The 34th edition Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair, the world’s largest event of its kind is poised once again to unite global industry players of the watch and clock industry under one roof to showcase their most spectacular timepieces. Last from 8-12 September 2015 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, expecting over 760 exhibitors from 19 countries and regions. Co-organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Ltd and the Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades and Industries Ltd, the Watch & Clock Fair gathers exhibitors, buyers and industry experts from around the world for five days of networking, intelligence sharing and deal making. As the world’s largest event of its kind, the HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair brings together major industry players around the globe to showcase their latest and most remarkable designs. 780 exhibitors from 21…

Review of Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair, 2016-2017, China

The Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair is a timepiece trade show held annually in Hong Kong. It is organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Ltd., and The Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades and Industries Ltd. The fair showcases both Hong Kong and international labels, and also serves a platform for participants to exchange information and market intelligence. The five-day-long trade fair is opened every year in the beginning of September at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair represents the ultimate one-stop sourcing platform with great efficiency and a range of services. From complete watches to components, timeless works of art to luxury packaging, the world’s largest event of its kind is an incomparable journey into the heart of global horology. A pageant of time in every era, the Hong Kong Watch…

Review of Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair, 2018-2019, China

The HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair represents the ultimate one-stop sourcing platform with great efficiency and a range of services. From complete watches to components, timeless works of art to luxury packaging, the world’s largest event of its kind is an incomparable journey into the heart of global horology. A pageant of time in every era, the HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair presents the past, present and future of horology, including the latest and greatest tech and smart watches. The fair display exquisite finished timepieces, parts, accessories, packaging and everything else needed to deliver a satisfying, efficient and premier sourcing experience. Beyond the latest and greatest in European watchmaking, opportunities for sourcing are in every corner of the fairgrounds. The Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair is a timepiece trade show held annually in Hong Kong. It is organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council…