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Van Cleef & Arpels

Van Cleef & Arpels
Van Cleef & Arpels
News and insight on the French luxury goods brand known for high jewellery and timepieces
Chairman / President
Nicolas Bos
CEO / Managing Director
Nicolas Bos
CFO / Finance Director
Christophe Grenier
Industry
Luxury Jewellery and Watches
Website
vancleefarpels.com
Headquarters address
22 Place Vendôme, 75001 Paris, France
Year founded
1906
Courses at Hong Kong’s L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts, immerse participants in the world of diamonds. Photo: Handout
Style Edit

Style Edit: L’ÉCOLE’s latest jewellery course is on engagement rings

L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts, supported by Van Cleef & Arpels, goes beyond celebrity engagement ring hype, discussing meaning, history and handcrafting.

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Style Edit: Van Cleef & Arpels’ poetic watchmaking, on display in Hong Kong

Your Perfect Week

The best things to do in Hong Kong, January 25-31

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police hunt trio after HK$838,000 watch disappears from hotel room

Woman claims luxury watch went missing from her Peninsula hotel room after inviting three men in for drinks in the early hours of Thursday.

A Hong Kong woman’s Van Cleef & Arpels watch worth HK$838,000 (US$107,000) has gone missing from The Peninsula hotel. Photo: Karma Lo
France

Louvre thieves escaped 30 seconds before police arrived: probe

Misdirected police and a lack of control room screens let robbers flee the Paris museum with a US$102 million haul moments before help arrived.

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Timepieces

Bring on the bling: diamond-encrusted high jewellery watches

With dials, cases and bracelets adorned with hundreds of diamonds, these models are real show-stoppers.

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Style Edit

Style Edit: L’ÉCOLE Asia Pacific’s Discover the Diamond programme

The programme runs until April at the jewellery school’s Hong Kong campus in K11 Musea, supported by Van Cleef & Arpels – here’s what to know.

L’ÉCOLE Asia Pacific’s Discover the Diamond: Art and Science programme examines the many facets of diamonds. Photo: Handout
Jewellery

7 most creative new jewellery drops

This season sees some exciting updates in the jewellery world – from Chanel’s Première Galon watch worn by Gracie Abrams, to Maya Hawke modelling for Prada.

Luxury brands

Van Cleef & Arpels CEO Catherine Rénier on craftsmanship and timelessness

As Van Cleef & Arpels adds new blooms to its collections, we speak to CEO Catherine Rénier on the brand’s success so far – and plans for the future.

Jewellery

Why male celebrities love Van Cleef & Arpels’ Alhambra jewellery

The collection has attracted stars like A$AP Rocky, Offset, LeBron James and Hong Kong Olympic champion fencer Cheung Ka-long – but why?

The Tampa Bay Rays’ Junior Caminero before a game in July, in New York. He’s wearing a Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra necklace. Photo: Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
Auctions

Hong Kong’s autumn high jewellery auctions: rare gems and record-breaking sales

The season climaxes this month at Christie’s, with strong demand at Sotheby’s for jewels by Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari.

Harry Winston Peacock Brooch. Photo: Christie’s
Jewellery

Style Edit: Van Cleef & Arpels’ latest Alhambra pieces

The latest Alhambra pieces include transformable necklaces, reversible rings and contrasting materials to bring fresh versatility to the collection.

Luxury brands

This season’s most eye-catching watch and jewellery drops

From Van Cleef & Arpels’ fruit-themed watches and Tiffany & Co.’s turquoise take on the Bird on a Rock, to Cartier’s Love Unlimited bracelet and fused gemstones from Yutai.

High Jewellery

All that glitters: brands are betting big on gold jewellery amid price surges

Amid market turmoil and tariff threats, gold is seen as a safe bet – and its prices reflect that; but luxury brands and independent designers are feeling the effects differently.

As the price of gold rises, pieces such as this necklace from Chaumet represent a good investment. Photos: Handout
Luxury brands

Van Cleef & Arpels’ iconic new floral collection unveiled at Dumfries House

Van Cleef & Arpels CEO Catherine Rénier on the inspirations behind the collection, which combines the ageless appeal of precious stones with floral motifs.

Van Cleef & Arpels’ Fleurs d’Hawaï collection features necklaces, rings and earrings embellished with stones such as peridots and amethysts. Photo: Van Cleef & Arpels
Fashion

Explainer | Discover lapis lazuli’s timeless allure, from Tutankhamun to the Princess of Wales

Dior Joaillerie, Van Cleef & Arpels and Pomellato are using the dazzling blue stone in new jewellery, while Bulgari, Zenith and Gerald Charles are incorporating it into luxe watches.

Crime in Hong Kong

Man charged in connection with HK$3 million Hong Kong Hermes bag robbery

Suspect, 30, will appear in court and is alleged to have stolen 14 pre-owned Hermes bags, a Van Cleef & Arpels necklace and two mobile phones.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Suspect in Hermes bag robbery sent back to Hong Kong from Thailand

Suspect allegedly stole items worth nearly HK$3 million after rendering staff member unconscious by covering her face with small towel.

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Thai authorities earlier arrested a suspect who allegedly stole nearly HK$3 million worth of luxury handbags and jewellery from a Hong Kong store. Photo: Suvarnabhumi Immigration
Crime in Hong Kong

Robber steals Hermes bags and necklace worth HK$3 million from Hong Kong shop

Man browsed bags, buying one, before grabbing salesgirl, rendering her unconscious and tying her up before stealing luxury items.

Timepieces

Meaningful milestones or marketing run amok? A closer look at anniversary watches

Anniversary editions hold value if the stories behind them are relevant – see the likes of Jaeger-LeCoultre, Hublot, Zenith, Patek Philippe and Tag Heuer for good examples.

High Jewellery

Jewellery that offers surprise and meaning with hidden elements

Jewellery with hidden design elements allows wearers to carry personal messages close to their hearts – and delights their designers too.

A Van Cleef & Arpels piece featuring the maison’s patented Mystery Setting. Photo: Handout
High Jewellery

Why auction houses are curating their jewellery collections for investment value

Storied brands and rare gems that blend heritage with vibrant aesthetics are enticing collectors on the hunt for solid investments.

Bonham’s Kat Florence Lumina unmounted Paraiba-type tourmaline. Photo: Handout
High Jewellery

All that glitters: 6 new jewellery launches to know this spring

Van Cleef & Arpels’ Lucky Spring collection, Repossi’s ear cuff, Pascale Monvoisin’s collection inspired by a cigarette lighter and Dickson Yewn’s square rings complete our round-up.

Timepieces

Gold watches from leading brands bossed it at Watches and Wonders

The ‘boom boom’ fashion trend saw glittering new Rolex and Patek Philippe releases, while Cartier returned to its famous panther, and Chanel evoked Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel’s love of braid.

Timepieces

The luxury jewellery brands bringing artistry to the world of horology

Cartier was one of the first luxury houses to introduce its signature style to the world of watchmaking, and recently Tiffany & Co. signalled an intention to shift more of its focus to horology.

Piaget has achieved cult status in the world of haute horology, and last year relaunched several iconic timepieces including the Black Tie, now renamed the Andy Warhol. Photo: Handout
High Jewellery

What does your birthstone mean? Show your personality with these gems

Take your garnet, amethyst, aquamarine, diamond, emerald, pearl, peridot, opal, sapphire, ruby, turquoise or topaz birthstone up a notch with these luxury jewellery pieces.

Souveraine de Chaumet earrings, featuring Ceylon sapphires. Photo: Chaumet
Timepieces

The art and jewellery designs redefining timepieces, from Cartier to Chanel

When telling time alone isn’t enough, these spectacular timepieces from luxury watchmakers are pushing the art of horology to the realms of the spectacular.

High Jewellery

Zodiac jewellery is enjoying a resurgence – Rihanna and Hailey Bieber love it

The cosmos is stamping its identify on jewellery, bringing individuality and a singular style to the wearer that’s beyond mere aesthetics.

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