Podcasts about Chopard

Ce lundi 16 juin, François Sorel a reçu Jean-Baptiste Huet, journaliste BFM Business, Stanislas Maximin, PDG de Latitude, et François Chopard, ingénieur aérospatial, fondateur et président de Starburst. Ils sont revenus sur les enjeux du salon du Bourget 2025 et ses dernières tendances dans l'émission Tech & Co, la quotidienne, sur BFM Business. Retrouvez l'émission du lundi au jeudi et réécoutez la en podcast.

Lundi 16 juin, François Sorel a reçu Jean-Baptiste Huet, journaliste BFM Business, Stanislas Maximin, PDG de Latitude, François Chopard, ingénieur aérospatial, fondateur et président de Starburst, Yannick Assouad, directrice générale adjointe chez Thales en charge de l'avionique, Geoffroy Lerosey, cofondateur et président de Greenerwave, Michel Friedling, fondateur de Look Up Space, Bruno Fichefeux, responsable des projets d'actions du futur chez Airbus, et Florence Robin, cofondatrice et présidente de Limatech, dans l'émission Tech & Co, la quotidienne sur BFM Business. Retrouvez l'émission du lundi au jeudi et réécoutez la en podcast.

We're back for the second part of our conversation with former Hodinkee editor and founder of the Unpolished newsletter, Mr Tony Traina. On this episode, we talk to Tony about Lange, Berneron, Heuer, Chopard, and lots more.  We're going to have a few weeks off, but rest assured, we'll be back soon with more watch chat and more special guests. So until then, take it easy.

Why This Episode Is a Must-Listen What does your watch mean to you? For many, a timepiece is much more than a tool—it's a bridge between generations, a celebration of achievement, and a lasting legacy. In this episode of Inspired Money, we go beyond the basics of watch collecting to explore why watches become treasured family heirlooms, how to build collections that stand the test of time, and what every collector (from beginner to seasoned expert) should know in today's evolving market. If you're passionate about craftsmanship, storytelling, or the idea of passing something meaningful onto future generations, this episode is for you. Meet the Expert Panelists Paul Boutros is Deputy Chairman and Head of Watches, Americas at Phillips, where he helped build the auction house's powerhouse watch department after joining in 2014. A lifelong watch enthusiast with a background in electrical engineering, he led the record-breaking sale of Paul Newman's Rolex Daytona for $17.8 million, solidifying his reputation as one of the foremost experts in vintage timepieces. https://www.phillips.com Stephen Pulvirent is a writer, photographer, and creative director whose career has spanned leading roles at Hodinkee, Bloomberg, and Surface Media. Now based in Los Angeles, he is the founder of Rime & Reason, a creative agency helping global brands tell smarter, culture-driven stories, while also pursuing his passion for fine art photography. Stephen is also the cofounder of The Enthusiasts, a podcast and newsletter about the culture of watch collecting. https://stephenpulvirent.com Tariq Malik is the founder of Momentum, the Middle East's premier destination for vintage and collectible watches located in heart of Dubai's financial district. Driven by his deep passion for rare Day Date models, both as curator and collector he has developed a focused expertise that has made him a leading authority in this field. A lifelong enthusiast who began dealing Swatch watches at 16, Tariq has grown into a respected global voice in the vintage watch community while playing a pivotal role in establishing Dubai as a significant hub for vintage timepieces. https://momentum-dubai.com Dan Spitz is a third-generation Master Watchmaker and former lead guitarist of the award-winning thrash metal band Anthrax. With Swiss and American degrees in watchmaking and micro-mechanical engineering, Dan's illustrious career includes roles as the Head Master Watchmaker of Complications Specialist for Chopard, instructor, and juror for the prestigious GPHG awards. https://danspitz.com https://www.delraybeachwatchmaker.com Key Highlights: 1. Storytelling & Legacy in Watch Collecting Stephen Pulvirent explores why watches are more than just mechanical objects—“it's the stories that watches carry, the stories we tell ourselves about the watches we own and the roles they play in our lives that elevates them beyond ordinary, everyday things and makes them special objects.” Collectors aren't just building assets but capturing lifetimes of meaning that can be passed on for generations. 2. The Restoration Craft: Preserving Memories Dan Spitz demystifies the watchmaker's role in bringing legacy timepieces back to life. He shares moving stories of clients reconnecting emotionally with watches once thought beyond repair: “Some of them cry. You can see they want to reach out and hug me, and that's why I do what I do.” Restoration isn't just about function—it's about reviving memories and enabling the handover of treasures between generations.  3. Authenticity, Transparency, and Investment Smarts Paul Boutros provides insider guidance on buying for love, not just investment. He stresses the importance of authenticity, craftsmanship, and reputation: “Buy the best quality watches at the price level that you can afford… made by great brands who have pushed the state of the art.” Whether for legacy or potential appreciation, collecting watches well is about informed passion, not quick returns.  4. From Teenage Trader to Dubai Authority Tariq Malik recounts how Swatch trading as a teenager evolved into a global vintage watch business. His journey underscores the importance of transparency, relationship-building, and quality when buying or selling a timepiece. “Today it's a lot about the value, but the real richness is in the connection you have with the watch and its story.” Call-to-Action This week, pick one watch—whether you wear it daily or have it tucked away—and write down the story you want it to tell. Is it a symbol of achievement, a family heirloom, or an inspiration for the future? Share that story with someone you care about, or reflect on how your collection can become a living legacy. Find the Inspired Money channel on YouTube or listen to Inspired Money in your favorite podcast player. Andy Wang, Host/Producer of Inspired Money

This week on aBlogtoWatchWeekly, Ariel gets right to his most burning question: Why is everyone still so worried about tariffs? Because he isn't. In contrarian fashion, Ariel is worried about other things, like the watch industry eating its own tail. What does he mean by this? Tune in to find out. On the various home fronts, there are earthquakes in Los Angeles and wildfires in Scotland.Metaphor much? Along those lines, "regurgitation" is the word of the day, and it's not as icky as it sounds because Ariel argues that it can be an art form, especially in the context of Watches & Wonders 2025. David has a different view, and the guys bat around their ideas about Chopard, TAGHeuer, Hublot, and other heavy hitters to lend their expertise to the ongoing conversation. Ripley underscored the new tech and old design, a nicer way of approaching the regurgitation theme. This word itself is controversial. See what side you land on by listening in: strategy, art form, both, or neither?

Brad Goreski is a celebrity stylist whose impressive client list includes the legendary Demi Moore. Over the last 15 years, he's created countless stunning looks for her, but as she promoted her film The Substance over the last year, Goreski and Moore took things to a whole new level. From the Cannes Film Festival last May through to the Oscars earlier this year, Goreski curated a suite of looks that pushed boundaries and reflected the themes of the movie while still evoking Old Hollywood glamour. This week, he joins Hillary Kerr, Who What Wear's co-founder and chief content officer, to break down the inspirations and origins of Moore's biggest red carpet moments, his methodology for sourcing pieces, and the true magic of a perfect collaboration.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brad Goreski is a celebrity stylist whose impressive client list includes the legendary Demi Moore. Over the last 15 years, he's created countless stunning looks for her, but as she promoted her film The Substance over the last year, Goreski and Moore took things to a whole new level. From the Cannes Film Festival last May through to the Oscars earlier this year, Goreski curated a suite of looks that pushed boundaries and reflected the themes of the movie while still evoking Old Hollywood glamour. This week, he joins Hillary Kerr, Who What Wear's co-founder and chief content officer, to break down the inspirations and origins of Moore's biggest red carpet moments, his methodology for sourcing pieces, and the true magic of a perfect collaboration.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On season 7, Episode 3 of The Art Career Podcast, Emily sits down with fashion photograher and director Brianna Capozzi in her Brooklyn, NY apartment.First published in 2014, Brianna Capozzi has been working for over a decade to make distinctive images that have contributed to a movement of contemporary female-led fashion photography. Capozzi's work places less emphasis on an ideal and instead uplifts the raw, fierce and playful that exists innately and uniquely in each subject. Her work demonstrates a fervent interest in the power, versatility, and inherent creative force of the female form.Advertising: Adidas, Agent Provocateur, Alexander Wang, Bally, Bottega Veneta, Burberry, Calvin Klein, Carolina Herrera, Cartier, Chloe, Chopard, Deisel, DKNY, Eckhaus Latta, Fenty, Frankie's Bikinis, GAP, Gucci, Jonathan Simkhai, Khaite, Marc Jacobs, Maryam Nassir Zadeh, Nike, Nordstrom, Pinko, Puma, Rare Beauty, Stella McCartney, Victoria's Secret, Skims, Zara.Editorial: All In, American Vogue, British Vogue, Beauty Papers, Blau, D Republica, Dazed & Confused, Double, Interview, M Le Monde, Marfa, Myth, Pop, Re-Edition, Vogue Italia.Published: Well Behaved Women (Idea Book, 2018), Sisters (Idea Book, 2024)Free Resource for Artists!Want expert guidance on building your art career? Download Navigating the Art World: A Comprehensive Guide for Artists—a free resource covering essential industry insights, practical tips, and more. Get it here:⁠⁠ Download Now⁠⁠Links:https://www.instagram.com/briannalcapozzi/?hl=enhttps://rep-ltd.com/artists/brianna-capozzi ⁠⁠theartcareer.com⁠⁠ Follow us: ⁠⁠@theartcareer⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠@emilymcelwreath_art⁠⁠ Production + Creative Direction ⁠⁠@soniaruscoe⁠⁠ Editing: ⁠⁠@benjamin.galloway⁠⁠ Join our community for exclusive updates, artist resources, and behind-the-scenes content! Sign up at ⁠⁠theartcareer.com⁠⁠ Never miss an episode! Subscribe & leave us a review on ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠Spotify⁠

Hey Watch Fans,Lets take a closer look at Chronographs. The history and the significance.BTW, did I say Chopard was a French Brand? If i did Oooops. They are Swiss, I sometimes ramble and spew out wrong facts. Sorry about that.Who goes to a Car Show without wearing chronographs....we do. LOLBut we do feel that chronographs belong at a car show.Like WatchFanatics.ca on Facebook Follow David @watchfanaticdavid on InstagramANDPlease check out Carol atIG: @spassenseANDcheck out Kevin atIG: @watchfanatics.ca

This week on aBlogtoWatch Weekly, the gang is all together again and settled into their respective rectangles, all shockingly in their home bases. Rick begins by segueing from the live broadcast of the show (after the clap-in) to reflect on the previous conversation about blue foods being the "taste of 'merica). When they get down to business, the first item on the agenda is the Tudor Black Bay Chrono Flamingo-Blue watch, and it suddenly seems that blue is a theme! But make no mistake; this is NOT "Tiffany blue." But it's really, really close. Next up is a bargain new-release: the Omega Speedmaster Moonphase Meteorite — a bargain only because it's in steel and is a manual-wind. But it exceeds Ripley's expectations, not only in price, which is saying a lot. David then talks about the special laid-back demeanor of Chopard as a brand. He walks us through his hands-on of the L.U.C. Lunar One Perpetual Calendar watches, which he saw in the metal last week at the Chopard manufacture. Let's just cut to the chase: David says it's a "bonkers" watch. The guys have some fun going around the virtual room showing us what they're wearing today (both Ripley and Ariel are wearing the Casio ring watch), and David is wearing the cheapest diamond-set watch in the world. He also reports that he saw a Trump watch in the wild, and the team grills him on deets. For some godforsaken reason, this leads them down the rabbit hole of the Trump watch website. Weird! Thank goodness they finally turn the page and play Hit, Miss Maybe.

Très bonne année à toutes et à tous ! Pour commencer cette nouvelle année, je suis avec Aliénor Massenet, créatrice de parfums chez Symrise, une entreprise dont les clients sont les grandes marques du luxe. Depuis ses débuts, Aliénor a créé plus de 230 parfums, entre autres pour Lancôme, Rabanne, Chloé, Rochas, Karl Lagerfeld, Chopard ou Giorgio Armani. « Cosmétique » a la même racine grecque que le terme « cosmos ». Elle s'oppose au chaos et signifie à la fois « l'ordre » et « l'ornement ». La cosmétique du parfum, c'est cet effort humain pour transformer le chaos des odeurs de la vie quotidienne, en cosmos, c'est-à-dire en un ordre harmonieux pour littéralement, sentir bon et se sentir bien. Pour Aliénor, la création d'un parfum commence par une intuition, puis se poursuit par la quête d'une architecture pour composer et agencer ces essences odorantes qui se trouvent à la fois dans son laboratoire et dans sa mémoire. Avec le parfum, la peau devient le lieu d'une recherche d'harmonie. S'agit-il avant tout de recouvrir des odeurs nauséabondes, comme en atteste l'histoire du parfum dans les siècles passés, ou bien de souligner l'élégance de la personne qui porte le parfum ? S'agit-il de maquiller une laideur ou de surligner une présence ? Le parfum incarne toujours cette tension. Qu'est-ce qu'un nez ? C'est la question de la semaine.

Stream/Download: fanlink.tv/GPLUS125 “Your Body” is an evocative techno EP that explores the complex relationship between the body and the mind. In a world where we often prioritize mental demands over physical needs, this collection of tracks delves into the consequences of this imbalance—touching on themes of self-destruction, disconnection, and the struggle for harmony. Through pulsating beats and hypnotic rhythms, the EP invites listeners to reconnect with their primal instincts, fostering a renewed love and respect for the body. Each track is a journey towards self-awareness, encouraging a mindful presence that embraces both the physical and emotional aspects of being. “Your Body” calls for a deeper connection with oneself, urging the listener to stay grounded, focus on the positive, and not allow negative emotions to overpower. It's a sonic exploration of balance, where the mind remains clear, and the body, finally, is heard. Everything we are, dream and think is the result of electrical connections between neurons. From bere the nickname "thunderbolt" was born, mixing rationality with the unexpected, the surprise and the power typical of thunder and lightning. This DJ's music has sensuality, determination and unexpected twists as its common element. his "strong dish" is certainly the selection of new hits in the vast world of house and deep, favoring soulful, jackin' and gospel sounds, with many references to the urban and hip hop world, but also tribal-exotic. His DJ sets are like "bolts out of the blue", alternating various genres and styles, generating a shocking dance, with sensual, gritty and energy-filled sounds. He has collaborated with various organizations such as RITUAL THE CLUB, RUM, SUBBACULTCHA, TRAINTEK, KLT CLUBBERS, RED LIGHT, FEMALE CUT, GORILLAZ, performing in many Roman clubs but also in Anzio and Latina. Since 2021 he has collaborated with the label BEENOISE AND THEA RÉCORDS, releasing a techno single and a deep tech EP, participating in two showcases in London, at "egg London" and "cyberdog". Since 2023 he has been a resident DJ at "campomagnetico". Since 2021 he has collaborated with several luxury hotels such as St Regis, Six Senses and Bulgari and numerous private events for big brands, such as Chopard, Glo, Velo, Peroni beer. In 2024 he took part in the Tim Summer festival and radio 105 Summer festival for the singer Aiello ©️ 2024 Gain Records | Gain Plus www.gainrecords.com #SuperTechno #WeAreWhatWePlay #Dreamtechno

Stream/Download: fanlink.tv/GPLUS125 “Your Body” is an evocative techno EP that explores the complex relationship between the body and the mind. In a world where we often prioritize mental demands over physical needs, this collection of tracks delves into the consequences of this imbalance—touching on themes of self-destruction, disconnection, and the struggle for harmony. Through pulsating beats and hypnotic rhythms, the EP invites listeners to reconnect with their primal instincts, fostering a renewed love and respect for the body. Each track is a journey towards self-awareness, encouraging a mindful presence that embraces both the physical and emotional aspects of being. “Your Body” calls for a deeper connection with oneself, urging the listener to stay grounded, focus on the positive, and not allow negative emotions to overpower. It's a sonic exploration of balance, where the mind remains clear, and the body, finally, is heard. Everything we are, dream and think is the result of electrical connections between neurons. From bere the nickname "thunderbolt" was born, mixing rationality with the unexpected, the surprise and the power typical of thunder and lightning. This DJ's music has sensuality, determination and unexpected twists as its common element. his "strong dish" is certainly the selection of new hits in the vast world of house and deep, favoring soulful, jackin' and gospel sounds, with many references to the urban and hip hop world, but also tribal-exotic. His DJ sets are like "bolts out of the blue", alternating various genres and styles, generating a shocking dance, with sensual, gritty and energy-filled sounds. He has collaborated with various organizations such as RITUAL THE CLUB, RUM, SUBBACULTCHA, TRAINTEK, KLT CLUBBERS, RED LIGHT, FEMALE CUT, GORILLAZ, performing in many Roman clubs but also in Anzio and Latina. Since 2021 he has collaborated with the label BEENOISE AND THEA RÉCORDS, releasing a techno single and a deep tech EP, participating in two showcases in London, at "egg London" and "cyberdog". Since 2023 he has been a resident DJ at "campomagnetico". Since 2021 he has collaborated with several luxury hotels such as St Regis, Six Senses and Bulgari and numerous private events for big brands, such as Chopard, Glo, Velo, Peroni beer. In 2024 he took part in the Tim Summer festival and radio 105 Summer festival for the singer Aiello ©️ 2024 Gain Records | Gain Plus www.gainrecords.com #SuperTechno #WeAreWhatWePlay #Dreamtechno

Ohje Ohje - nochmal Patek?Aber ja doch, dieses interview ist es Wert mal gelesen zu werden:https://www.handelszeitung.ch/bilanz/watches/haters-sind-grosstenteils-leute-die-nie-eine-patek-hatten-759832Verspreche, dass ist vorerst die letzte Folge ueber Patek und die Cubitus....Danke für Deine Zeit und für's Zuhören. Sendet mir eine Voicemail und wir hören uns im Podcast:https://www.speakpipe.com/opportunistischesdurcheinanderBitte folgt mir/uns auf instagram IG: @leuchtmasse_podcast oder schreibt mir: opportunistischesdurcheinander@gmail.com

In this episode of the Inspired Money Live Stream Podcast, we dive into alternative investments, focusing on luxury watches, rare wines, and classic cars. Our panel of experts, including Dan Spitz, master watchmaker and former Anthrax guitarist, Jasem Al Zeraei, a Patek Philippe enthusiast, Nick Baldelli-Boni, founder of "Cars in Tuscany," and Brian Freedman, a wine and spirits writer. The panel shares their invaluable insights on how these passion-driven assets can diversify portfolios and offer financial rewards. Understanding the Allure of Passion Investing Alternative investments such as high-end watches, rare wines, and classic cars are gaining popularity. For their potential to offer both personal satisfaction and portfolio diversification. Unlike traditional assets, these tangible investments carry a rich history and cultural significance, making them both emotionally and financially rewarding. This episode covers everything from market trends to valuation, maintenance, and the risks involved in building a portfolio with these collectibles.

This week, Who What Wear associate director of fashion news Erin Fitzpatrick is here to talk about her latest feature on the past, present, and future of women's watches. The category has been exploding over the past few years, and there are so many It-girl pieces on the market. Join Kat and Erin as they break down the top brands and styles, upcoming trends, and watch recommendations for any price point. Plus, they talk their dream watches and how the first-known wristwatch was actually commissioned by a queen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Who What Wear associate director of fashion news Erin Fitzpatrick is here to talk about her latest feature on the past, present, and future of women's watches. The category has been exploding over the past few years, and there are so many It-girl pieces on the market. Join Kat and Erin as they break down the top brands and styles, upcoming trends, and watch recommendations for any price point. Plus, they talk their dream watches and how the first-known wristwatch was actually commissioned by a queen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, we'll be discussing Episode 5 of Crash Landing On You, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Hyun Bin as Ri Jyeong hyeok, Son Ye-jin as Yoon Se-ri, Seo Ji-hye as Seo Dan and Kim Jung-hyun as Gu Seung joon. We discuss:The songs we featured in the recap: Sunset by Davichi and My Companion by Nam Hye sung and Park Sang Hee.Captain Ri's big confession to Se-ri that he has a fiancée, which of course leads her to deny that she is at all interested in him.The lack of love between Seo Dan and Captain Ri; we wonder if she loves him.How the village women rally around Se-ri when they think she's been dumped by Captain Ri.Chimaek (fried chicken and beer) vs. dried pollack and beer.The story of Gyeonu and Jiknyeo, which is a story from Korean mythology.Captain Ri driving Seo Dan back to her house and then visiting his parents.How Captain Ri again went out on a limb to protect Se-ri when he asked his father to help him get Se-ri out of the country; the plan is to get her out through a track team going to Europe.How asking if someone has eaten is a common way of greeting people in Korea; it's a sign of caring to ask and then offer food.How Captain Ri always seems to be confident about his future and maybe it's because he doesn't think about his future and doesn't believe he can ever be happy again.The really expensive Chopard watch that Se-ri pawns and the watch she sees at the pawnbroker's shop.How Se-ri needs to change her appearance for her upcoming trip to Pyongyang. She chooses the “Goodbye” hairstyle, of all things!How Captain Ri has made a HUGE enemy out of Cho Cheol Gang when he rescued his men and opened up an investigation into the Kamaz truck accidents.The recurring goodbyes and partings in this show.The terrible situation that Jung Man Bok finds himself in. He contributed to the murder of Ri Mu Hyeok, who saved him from a beating. He is listening in on Ri Jeong Hyeok, who came to his rescue when his wallet was stolen. And he is listening in on Yoon Se-ri, who elevated his wife's position in the village and saved his son from the school bullies. The magical scene outside the train between Se-ri and Captain Ri when she fell asleep and Captain Ri covered her with his overcoat and let her lean on his shoulder.How Gu Seung Jun went on one date with Se-ri but she rightly intuited that he was after her money. And now he finds her in a hotel in Pyongyang! He has just found a way to bargain with Se-ri's younger brother!The amazing Son Ye-jin, the actress who plays Yoon Se-ri: her background, movies, shows, and accomplishments.The shows we are watching now.ReferencesChilseok: The Traditional Korean Valentine's DayJapanese Children's Favorite StoriesTop 5 Myths About North Korea in 2024Korean Children's Favorite Stories from Tuttle Publishing

This week, we continue our post-game analysis of Watches & Wonders, with a perhaps surprising focus on some of the more fashion-forward brands at the Palexpo. Andy runs us through the offerings of Chanel, Hermès and Van Cleef & Arpels, as well as dress, dive and sports options from IWC, Zenith and Chopard. Beyond that, Andy ventured outside the fair to check out Atelier Wen, and we chat about how the new Santos de Cartier Dual Time will be big in Australia.  This episode of OT: The Podcast is in partnership with Cartier, find out more about their latest watches at cartier.com.au Love Cartier? Join our Discord. Show Notes: https://www.otpodcast.com.au/show-notes Cartier Cartierwatchcommunity on Instagram IWC's latest Chanel's latest Chopard's 2024 collection The 2024 Hermès novelties Zenith at Watches & Wonders Atelier Wen How to follow us: Instagram: @ot.podcast Facebook: @OTPODCASTAU Follow hosts: @fkscholz + @andygreenlive on Instagram. Send us an email: otthepodcast@gmail.com If you liked our podcast - please remember to like/share and subscribe.

Fratello On Air returns after a three-week break. Half of us traveled to Geneva while the other went to Florida. Both of us saw fancy cars, but only one of us saw impressive watches. The question of who might have a surprising answer! Watches and Wonders 2024 has come and gone and, frankly, it was a bit of a stinker.Watches and Wonders 2024 certainly delivered on the first half of its name. The second part? Not so much in our opinion. There were several nice releases, but we'll go on record to say there wasn't a shocking piece that set the watch world on edge. We discuss why it was such a dull event. Of course, we mention our favorites and bring up some of the questionable releases. We hope you enjoy the show!HandgelenkskontrolleBefore heading to our main topic of Watches and Wonders 2024, we spend some time talking about movies and television. Long flights and travel have allowed us to catch up on recent films and shows. As far as the Handgelenkskontrolle, Balazs is sporting a pre-production watch from TUUL watches. This is a military-style watch from the makers of B&R Bands from Brooklyn. Mike is wearing his L-Series Rolex Explorer 1016, a watch that came on his trip to Florida.Watches and Wonders 2024We move on to our main topic of Watches and Wonders 2024. Balazs was on the ground in Geneva while Mike covered some of the releases from South Florida. Overall, we felt this was one of the sleepiest years in recent memory. The color variants were more common than actual new watches. The new watches that did arrive weren't landmark pieces. As far as our favorites, we liked the Nivada F77, L.U. Chopard sector dial pieces, TAG Heuer Skipper in 18K, Zenith Triple Calendar Boutique Edition, and Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight GMT. We discuss the odd gold Rolex Deepsea, Cartier Rewind, Bremont revision, and Patek "Canadian Tuxedo" models.What were your thoughts on Watches and Wonders 2024? Did you enjoy it? We hope you at least enjoyed this episode and we look forward to coming back to you next week! If you have any thoughts for future shows, please let us know.

Three days into the show and we're all a bit slap happy and talking about some of our favorite novelties from Hermès, Cartier, Oris, Chopard, and Parmigiani. We also talk a bit about the general mood of the show, which we'll discuss more on our final show tomorrow. But first, we talk about: Hermès' new ladies' watch and whether it's actually a ladies' watch; Oris' new Aquis and why the lack of any mega releases might actually be the best thing for the Swiss watch industry; and we finish with dress watches from Chopard and Parmigiani Fleurier's update of the Toric collection. Thanks to Lucid Motors for sponsoring this week's live recordings of Hodinkee Radio from Geneva.

Junge, junge, Rolex, Tudor, Rexhep, Chopard, Bremont und viele viele mehr haben neue Uhren vorgestellt und was fuer tolle Uhren sind dabei! Hört rein, was meine ersten Reaktionen auf diese Uhren sind.Danke für Deine Zeit und für's Zuhören. Sendet mir eine Voicemail und wir hören uns im Podcast:https://www.speakpipe.com/opportunistischesdurcheinanderBitte folgt mir/uns auf instagram IG: @leuchtmasse_podcast oder schreibt mir: opportunistischesdurcheinander@gmail.com

Mercredi 20 mars, François Sorel, en compagnie de Jean-Baptiste Huet, a reçu Vincent Germain, ingénieur chez Airbus Defense and Space, et chef de projet Starlab ; Michel Messager, fondateur de l'Institut Européen du Tourisme Spatial, et auteur de trois livres sur le sujet ; François Chopard, ingénieur aérospatial, fondateur et directeur général de Starburst Accelerator ; Laura André Boyet, Instructrice de vols paraboliques et consultante experte en vols spatiaux habités au Centre Européen des astronautes, et fondatrice de la PASI - Professional Association of Space Instructors ; Vincent Farret d'Astiès, PDG fondateur de Zephalto, et Arnaud Longobardi, pilote de ligne et fondateur de Stratoflight, dans l'émission Tech & Co la quotidienne, émission spéciale "Tourisme spatial, du rêve à la réalité ?" sur BFM Business. Retrouvez l'émission du lundi au jeudi et réécoutez la en podcast.

Michel Messager, membre fondateur de l'Institut Européen du Tourisme Spatial et François Chopard, ingénieur aérospatial, fondateur et directeur général de Starburst Accelerator, étaient les invités de François Sorel et Jean-Baptiste Huet, dans Tech&Co la quotidienne, émission spéciale "Tourisme spatial, du rêve à la réalité ?", ce mercredi 20 mars. Ils se sont penchés sur les avancés et les problèmes du tourisme spatial, sur BFM Business. Retrouvez l'émission du lundi au jeudi et réécoutez la en podcast.

What you'll learn in this episode: What questions to ask appraisers and auction houses before selling your jewelry. What education and networking opportunities an aspiring appraiser should seek out. Why an appraisal includes multiple values, and why those values will change depending on the reason for the appraisal. What the process of selling jewelry with an auction house is like, and why you might choose an auction house over selling online or to a store. What a qualified appraiser will look for while inspecting a piece of jewelry.   About Gina D'Onofrio With work in the retail, auction and manufacturing sectors of the jewelry industry since 1989, Gina D'Onofrio's experience encompasses jewelry design and production, appraisals, buying and selling of contemporary, antique and period jewelry, sales and management. Gina operates an independent gemological laboratory, appraisal service and consulting firm and has been catering to private individuals, banks, trusts, non-profit organizations, insurance companies, legal firms and the jewelry trade in the greater Los Angeles area. Gina received her Master Gemologist Appraiser® designation, upon completion of appraisal studies, written and practical examinations and peer appraisal report review with the American Society of Appraisers. In addition, she was awarded the Certified Master Appraiser designation with the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers. In 2013 Gina received Los Angeles Magazine's coveted "Best in LA" award for her Jewelry Appraisal Services. She conducts presentations and entertaining speeches about appraisal and jewelry related topics to private and corporate groups in Los Angeles and throughout the USA.   Photos Available on TheJewelryJourney.com Additional Resources: Website Instagram Facebook Email   Transcript: Auctions, appraisals, and the professionals who perform them are some of the most misunderstood elements of the jewelry industry. That's exactly why Gina D'Onofrio, independent appraiser and Co-Director of Fine Jewelry at Heritage Auctions, joined the Jewelry Journey Podcast. She discussed what a consigner can expect when selling jewelry with an auction house; how appraisers come up with values (and why they might change); and how consumers can protect themselves by asking their appraiser the right questions. Read the episode transcript here.   Welcome to the Jewelry Journey, exploring the hidden world of art around you. Because every piece of art has a story, and jewelry is no exception.   Sharon: Hello, everyone. Welcome to the Jewelry Journey podcast. This is the first part of a two-part episode. Please make sure you subscribe so you can hear part two as soon as it's released later this week.   Today, I am glad to welcome back Gina D'Onofrio, an appraiser who just returned from being an independent appraiser. She returned to the auction house Heritage as co-director of jewelry. She was also on the podcast in the very beginning, and it's good to have her on again.  I got to know Gina when she was head of the western arm of the Association of Jewelry Historians, a volunteer position. I got to know her further when she was an independent appraiser. She recently returned to Heritage Auction House as co-director of the jewelry department. Why did she return to Heritage? That's one of the things she'll be sharing with us as she tells her story. Gina will also be describing why she chose to become an appraiser and what the job entails on a day-to-day basis. She'll tell us how she deals with the dual challenges of not only bringing in jewelry to appraise, but nurturing relationships that make clients keep coming back to her with jewelry. Gina, welcome to the podcast.   Gina: Thank you so much. It's such a pleasure to be back, Sharon. Great to talk to you again.   Sharon: I'm so glad that you are on the show again. Now, my first question is if I describe to you a piece of jewelry and you've never held it or seen it or anything, but I tell you it's this many years old and it's these stones, if it has stones, can you tell me how much you think it would be worth?   Gina: Well, appraising a piece of jewelry that I can't actually see and evaluate and hold in my hand to determine the different value characteristics it might have, it would be flippant of me to give you a value. I think it would be unfair, because you may describe it to me based on your knowledge of the piece or based on what somebody has told you about the piece. If I hold it in my hand, I might see something totally different. I may have a different opinion.  For example, you may say that someone told you it was an Art Deco brooch, that it was 1920s, and it was a sapphire and diamond piece. If I had a chance to look at it, I might determine that the sapphire was laboratory grown rather than natural, because they were producing sapphires in a lab in the 1920s. You may not have that piece of information. You may have part of it, that it's a sapphire, but you may not have the rest. So, for me to arrive at a value based on your description, it's just incomplete. It wouldn't be fair.   Sharon: Could you tell if a sapphire was lab grown or if it was natural if you just looked at it without a loupe or without a microscope?   Gina: No, not without a loupe. Definitely not. Sometimes I can determine with a loupe, depending on the sapphire and the nature of the inclusions it may or may not have. But I would have to say that nine times out of 10, I need that microscope to separate the lab grown from the natural. In fact, I was doing a lot of that today. I have a collection of pieces from a dealer, and they need me to tell them if it's laboratory grown or natural. Most of the pieces they have provided to me are circa 1920 through to 1940, and about 70% of them are lab grown.   Sharon: That's interesting. One would think that they're mostly all the same. They're all lab grown or they're all natural, or most of them are one or the other.   Gina: Yes, one would think. In fact, one of the pieces had both in the one piece. It had square calibre cut sapphires in the piece, and some of them were natural and some of them were lab grown. They were selected not for the value of the sapphires. They were selected so that they were all uniform in color. At the time, I have no doubt that those lab-grown sapphires were much more expensive than they are today, just like I imagine lab-grown diamonds will be 20 years from now. Right now, they are falling rapidly in price. I imagine in the future we'll be looking at those lab-grown diamonds just like we're looking at lab-grown sapphires that were produced in the early 20th century.   Sharon: That's interesting. Like this dealer, if I have several pieces of jewelry that I want to sell or I want to auction off, should I make the rounds of auctioneers and see what the best deal is, or should I choose the one I like, the auctioneer that I jibe with the most?   Gina: That's an interesting question. There's a lot of depends there. It depends on the piece that you have. Some auction houses will only take a certain price point and above in order for them to bring your piece to a successful sale. So, already, your piece may or may not be suitable for some auction houses.    The second part of your question, I think, is very important because the market is going to do what it's going to do. If the auction house is one of the more reputable, top-tier auction houses—Heritage Auctions is definitely one of them. If they are going to be putting the proper marketing behind your piece, professional photography, if they have an international bidding audience, then after that, it's going to be important to know that you have a comfortable relationship with the representative of that auction house and that they are going to be your advocate, because it's not just the estimate. In fact, the estimate is probably the very least important thing about your piece if you were going to be selling it at auction.  What's more important is what are they going to do for you? Are they going to represent your piece properly? Do they have the right audience for your piece? How many photographs of the piece are going to be taken? Is it going to be up for a public preview? Is it a traveling preview that your piece is going to be placed in? There are many aspects to this that need to be discussed with you as the consignor. Then also, what fees are you going to be charged? There's a lot of ifs. I wish I could give you a more direct answer, but if you were going to me, for example, at Heritage Auctions, I'm going to be exploring all those options with you so that you can make an informed decision.   Sharon: On the Antiques Roadshow, they say very often, "In a well-marketed auction, this would be X-Y-Z price." To me, a well-marketed auction is one that has to advertise. I'd see ads. That's it. What would you consider a well-marketed auction piece or auction?   Gina: Well, Sharon, coming from you, I think that's an excellent question since you are a marketing extraordinaire. These days, marketing is very different, isn't it? We're looking at more the digital aspect of marketing, because so many of us are online now, just like you and I are right now. Being online for marketing is what type of social media presence do you have? What type of email marketing do you have? Also, what is your bidding audience for marketing? How are you able to reach them? Through email, or are you just relying on more conventional forms of auction marketing, be it print advertising or be it public previews? I think in this present market, it's good to have a balance of both. But I am finding that digital marketing is becoming more and more critical.   Sharon: I would believe that. I'm curious, what are the fees involved? Is it the buyer who pays the fees or the auction house that pays the fees to the buyer? I never understood that.   Gina: Again, it depends. As far as the consignor goes, if you have the Hope Diamond, then I imagine that the buyer will have no fees to pay. It is such a highly coveted piece that everybody would be very competitive to have that on the cover of their auction catalog. But in the auction world, with most auction houses, both the buyer and the seller are paying fees. This is how the auction house survives. The fees are going to vary depending on the consignment. How many pieces are you consigning? What is the value of the pieces that you're consigning? That is going to vary. On the buyer end, the fees are very much locked in. I have to tell you, I don't join Heritage Auctions again for another two weeks, so I don't have the most current buyer's fees. But I believe that it is around 25%, give or take, up until a certain amount. Above that, the buyer's premium starts to go down in price. It's tiered depending on the value of the piece, the hammer price of the piece that you are purchasing.   Sharon: Can you negotiate? Let's say you do have the Hope Diamond. What is negotiable? How many pieces you are putting in, but how much you're getting for each piece or reserved prices?   Gina: As a consignor?   Sharon: Yes.   Gina: Fees can be negotiable if you have something important. If it's a lot of work to sell a piece, and by that I mean if you have 100 pieces that are probably going to auction for $1,000 or less, then you will probably pay the full rate because it's a lot of work to sell all those individual pieces for the amount of money that the auction house will receive. It really depends on what you have. But if you have something very important with important provenance like the Hope Diamond, then that's definitely negotiable.    As far as reserves go, reserves are something that the specialist should really set for you. That is something they will suggest to you. You may or may not agree with them, but at the end of the day, once you arrive at an agreed reserve, then that goes into your contract. That is contractual.    Sharon: Can you explain to everybody to make sure we're all on the same page, what is the reserve, what's a consigner, and what's the opposite?   Gina: Yes, the language. The consignor is the person that owns the jewelry. They are the person that is loaning the jewelry to the auction house to give them the opportunity to sell it on behalf of the consignor. So, the consignor owns the piece.    The reserve is the absolute minimum that the piece will hammer for, and hammer means the final bid, the highest bid that someone will pay for at auction. That is the absolute minimum that it will go for at auction. That is the reserve. It is also the opening bid for Heritage Auctions. For example, let's say a piece has an auction estimate of $1,500 to $2,500, and I may suggest to you that the reserve for that piece should be $1,000. The opening bid, the minimum is $1,000, so the bidding begins at that amount. If nobody else bids on that piece except for one person who has bid the reserve, $1,000, that is the price it will hammer for. That is the final sale. Does that make sense?   Sharon: It makes sense. I was wondering how long somebody has to pull the piece back, as they say. If they have the feeling they won't like what the hammer price is, can they pull it back?   Gina: The reserve, that $1,000 for that piece is in their written contract. And in the written contract, they have agreed to allow the auction house to take it through to completion. By the time it is photographed, cataloged, shipped, insured, marketed, the auction house has invested a certain amount of money in that piece. So, if there is a contract, if there is an agreement for the auction house to try and sell this on behalf of the consignor, they have to be allowed to take it through to completion. That is why it is in the contract, because the auction house is investing money in the piece.   Sharon: That makes a lot of sense. Jumping subjects, in jewelry you can do a lot of different things. Why did you decide to become an appraiser? You could have done a lot of things with a GIA, a gemological degree. Why did you decide to become an appraiser?   Gina: That's a great question. For me, I didn't initially plan on becoming an appraiser. I worked in different areas of the jewelry industry. I got my Gemological Diploma. I graduated in 1992. I got my FGA. I worked in retail and then I worked in design. At the time, I was also doing appraisals in Australia. We call them valuations. I was a valuer, but that was something that I did part time. I did what was required at the time. Then I worked for an antiques dealer and was involved in buying and selling of antique and estate jewelry. Then I worked for a manufacturer assisting in the production of jewelry. I worked in different areas of the jewelry industry. Many years later I decided to open my own business, and that business was going to be doing custom design work because I was able to draw, do renderings and was very good with production. The other half of my business was going to be appraisals. I was doing both, and the business pretty much decided for me what I was going to do full time. After I was established, I realized that there was such a demand for an independent appraiser that I had to stop jewelry designing and just focus on the appraisal aspect of it.   Sharon: Why an independent appraiser? I would think that if you go to an auction house, I would like to think it's an independent appraisal. If the appraiser works for the auction house, whether or not they do, it would still be an independent appraisal. Is that true or not?   Gina: Well, to answer that question, we probably need to back up a little bit and define what an appraisal is. An appraisal is a researched opinion of value. In order for me to arrive at a researched opinion of value, I need to know what you, the client, want to do with the information. Are you purchasing insurance for your piece? If that's the case, we need to appraise your piece for what it would cost for you to walk into a store that typically sells that piece of jewelry. We research that market. We research all the stores that typically sell your jewelry. The most common price is what I would appraise it for.    If you are selling that exact same piece of jewelry, that ends up being a different value. So, I have to understand what you want to do with that information. If you, as a private individual, want to sell your piece of jewelry, your options are to sell it at auction, to sell it directly to a dealer or a store that sells pre-owned jewelry, or you could put it online on eBay or one of the online auction platforms yourself as a private individual. In all cases, there is a cost to selling that we have to factor in, and we also have to research what pieces like yours have recently sold at auction. We look at the most common price to arrive at an opinion of resale value. That value is going to be different to what you would pay for it in a retail store.   Sharon: You reminded me that earlier today I happened to be looking at an estate jewelry site and they said, "You can consign your jewelry with us." I thought that was interesting. I wonder, do they pay more for it? Where would we get the most for it? Is there a rule of thumb?   Gina: Well, again, it depends. What type of marketing, what type of audience do they have, what type of track record do they have? I really can't speak to the online vendor you're referring to because I don't know who it is. But basically, you want to sell your jewelry with the company or the platform that has the biggest audience and the best track record, and the ones that are going to do the most in the form of marketing for your piece. And then also you have to look at the cost of selling and take all that into consideration. Who is going to represent your piece in the best possible way?   Sharon: What was the process that you had to go through to become an appraiser once you decided that's what you wanted to do, plus the rendering and the custom design? What did you have to do?   Gina: For me, my skill set is a culmination of having worked in different areas of the industry. Everything that I had done up until the point where I started to appraise independently assisted me in being able to evaluate a piece. Aside from that, having a Gemological Diploma, having experience in different areas of the jewelry industry, having handled thousands and thousands of antique and period pieces of jewelry, having worked for a manufacturer and understanding the process of manufacturing jewelry, understanding the difference between a handmade piece versus a cast, mass produced piece. My past experience helped me with all of that. That's one side of appraisal education, hands-on experience.    The other side is understanding how to write an appraisal report and appraisal theory, which is some of what I was trying to describe to you earlier with some of the questions you posed. For example, understanding the difference between resale value, liquidation value, fair market value, writing an appraisal for the IRS, writing an appraisal as an expert witness for settling a dispute in court. This is all education that you can gain by attending classes with an appraisal organization. Reputable appraisal organizations have what we call principles of value. They teach classes on writing appraisal reports for different reasons. You also need to have a solid foundation in jewelry history. Unfortunately, there's no one path to gaining education in jewelry history. It's something that you acquire through various appraisal conferences and appraisal organizations. It is ongoing. I myself found that there was a serious need for education in jewelry history, so I have developed my own courses and I have been teaching them. I've been teaching 20th century jewelry history to various organizations and also in shorter form for jewelry seminars. This is something that a jewelry appraiser really needs a solid foundation in.   The other part of being an independent jewelry appraiser is not just knowing jewelry history, jewelry theory, jewelry appraisal report writing and jewelry manufacturing, but they also need to understand who all the major jewelry designers are. They need to self-educate by going to those jewelry houses. Cartier, Tiffany and Company, David Webb, Chopard, all the major jewelry designers. Learn who they all are. Learn what is typical of their design. Start handling more and more pieces from these major jewelry designers at auction previews. Attend as many auction previews as you can. Attend as many conferences as you can, as many jewelry shows as you can. The more exposure that an appraiser has, the better an appraiser they will become.   Sharon: So, there's no license or something you can get that teaches you all this, like how to write the reports and the history and whatever else there is involved, which is a lot.   Gina: Yes, it's a lot. It's ongoing. I've been doing this for 35 years now. I'm still learning. I teach it and I'm still learning, and that's why I love it. It's never ending. You can learn the theory of appraisal report writing with an appraisal organization such as the ASA, the American Society of Appraisers, or the NAJA, National Association of Jewelry Appraisers or the ISA. I'm mentioning them all because I'm not showing favoritism for one over another. They all have their strengths. I'm a member of all three, but they all have education they can provide for appraisers.   Then there are organizations like the Accredited Gemologists Association, which I believe is a must because they provide education for the cutting edge of gemology, the latest treatments and techniques that you need to learn. They have conferences twice a year and also online education. Then you should join the American Society of Jewelry Historians so that you can network with other people who are trying to self-educate on jewelry history and become privy to some of the education that they provide.   There are also two major antique jewelry shows that you can attend in the US. One of them is the Miami Antiques Show that is in January, and the other one is the Jewelry Antique Show in Las Vegas at the end of May, early June. I attend the one in Las Vegas every single year. I attend as many jewelry previews as I can and visit many estate jewelry retailers, too. The more that you handle, the more that you inspect, the better you are going to be as an appraiser.   Sharon: What do you look for when you're inspecting and handling these pieces? What do you look for?   Gina: You're training your eye. I'm training my eye. I'm becoming a connoisseur. You can see behind me there are a lot of books there. I do read a lot of books on jewelry design, jewelry designers and jewelry history. Then I go out and look at jewelry from those particular designers, and I look for consistency in how a piece is being made. I look at how that piece has been found. I look at consistency in the design.    For example, if I am looking at pieces of jewelry by an American designer, David Webb, David Webb was very active in the 60s and 70s. He died, I believe, in the late 70s, but his jewelry designs are still being made today from his catalog of designs. He was a very active designer with an enormous collection of renderings. His pieces are still being made, and there's a consistency to how he liked to design his jewelry. His jewelry designs were always very big and bold. They were colorful, or they were very black and white chromatic. He had a way of signing his jewelry. He had certain influences that informed how he designed that jewelry. There was a consistency in all of that.    David Webb always liked to work in yellow gold and platinum. You don't typically see jewelry by David Webb that is white gold and platinum or white gold and yellow gold. It's platinum and yellow gold. That was his choice of metals. So, if you see something that's white gold and yellow gold, already, that's a red flag. But you wouldn't know to look for that unless you're handling a lot of pieces by that particular designer. Cartier, for example, their jewelry was manufactured in Paris, but also some of the jewelry is manufactured in the US. They sign their jewelry in a particular way. They have certain collections that they designed over the decades. Until you start handling more and more pieces by that jewelry house, you would not know how to recognize it unless you're reading the books and cross-referencing. Sharon, I am giving you very long answers to these questions. I hope that it's helping.   Sharon: No, it's interesting. It's making me think of other questions. For instance, you talked about the replicas from David Webb. They're still doing things from the catalog. Would that be worth as much as an original David Webb, as when he was alive, if you had a replica?   Gina: Well, when you say replica, you mean a newer David Webb piece versus an older David Webb piece, right? Because a replica means somebody who is not David Webb has replicated it, has copied it, and that's a different thing. I'm just clarifying for the audience.    Sharon: No, please.  Gina: We're talking about a newer David Webb piece made from the back catalog. I guess it depends on the piece. There are collectors of David Webb jewelry who like to think that they're buying an earlier piece of David Webb jewelry when David Webb was active. But newer David Webb jewelry is still collectible and still very desirable.   Sharon: That's interesting.   We will have photos posted on the website. Please head to TheJewelryJourney.com to check them out.   Thank you again for listening. Please leave us a rating and review so we can help others start their own jewelry journey.  

In "The Investor's Journey," Andy Wang introduces us to the opulent and intricate world of luxury watch collecting. This episode, featuring insights from Dan Spitz and Gary Getz, offers a rare glimpse into high-end horology, investment strategies, and the storytelling in the craftsmanship of timepieces. Dan Spitz, an independent watchmaker with a background as a thrash metal musician, brings a unique perspective. He draws parallels between the community in indie watchmaking and the camaraderie found in music, emphasizing the emotional connections in luxury watches. Spitz's approach goes beyond financial gain, advocating for investing in pieces that resonate personally, highlighting the value of unique stories and artistry. Gary Getz, a seasoned watch collector, shares extensive knowledge and personal experiences. He speaks on the importance of understanding market trends and building relationships within the watch community. Reflecting on his journey, including his first luxury watch purchase, Getz underscores the virtues of patience and personal attachment to each watch. His insights offer a practical guide to developing a meaningful and financially sound collection. The episode explores personal connection, the artistry of watchmaking, and strategic investment. The contrast between Spitz's focus on emotional aspects and Getz's market-oriented perspective enriches the discussion, providing a comprehensive understanding of the emotional resonance and practicalities of collecting luxury timepieces. For those starting in luxury watches, the episode provides valuable strategies. Investing in watches with personal significance, understanding market trends, and building community relationships are key. These strategies are applicable to both novices and seasoned investors, guiding the creation of a fulfilling and prudent collection. In summary, episode 17 masterfully intertwines watchmaking art with savvy investment strategies, illuminated by Spitz's and Getz's insights. It's a testament to the rich emotional tapestry and financial acumen in luxury watch collecting. Listeners, explore further into the world of luxury watches, discovering emotional connections, artistic value, and investment potential. Share your thoughts on luxury watch collecting or your horology journey in the comments, and engage with us on social media for more captivating conversations. Whether you're an experienced collector or just beginning to explore high-end timepieces, "The Investor's Journey" offers knowledge, inspiration, and guidance in this luxurious and rewarding pursuit. Guest Profiles: Daniel A. Spitz: Daniel A. Spitz is a third-generation Master Watchmaker and former lead guitarist of the award-winning metal band Anthrax. His music is literally out of this world playing on NASA's Curiosity Rover on Mars! With Swiss and American degrees in watchmaking and micro-mechanical engineering, Dan's illustrious career includes roles as the Head Master Watchmaker of Complications Specialist for Chopard, instructor, and juror for the prestigious GPHG awards. https://danspitz.com/the-watchmaker/ Gary Getz: Gary Getz, a retired CEO of Strategos, is a prominent watch enthusiast renowned for his diverse timepiece collection, showcased on Instagram (@garyg_1) and as the "Resident Collector" on www.quillandpad.com. With expertise spanning contemporary to vintage watches, Gary is also recognized for his role on the GPHG Jury, contributing valuable insights to the watch industry. https://quillandpad.com/2014/02/24/introducing-resident-collector-garyg/

Lydia's watch collection grew in some wonderful ways in 2023. She explains why she chose each of her 6 new watches over the course of the year. Watches discussed in this episode: Tudor Black Bay 54 ref. M79000N-0002 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Celebration ref. 126000 Chopard ref. 161092-0001 NOMOS Limited Edition Four Seasons Aki / Autumn ref. TN35AKI Oris Divers 65 38mm Bronze Green Dial ref. 01 733 7771 3157-07 5 19 04BR Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Coral Red ref. 126000 Panera submersible bronze PAM00382 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thiswatchlife/message

Alexander Kaiser, besser bekannt als Poolie ist in der deutschen Uhrenszene längst kein Unbekannter mehr. Als der wohl größte Chopardsammler im deutschsprachigen Raum hat sich Poolie in den letzen Jahren einen Ruf in der Szene gemacht welchen er unter anderem dazu nutzt, um nun weitere Uhrenliebhaber durch seinen Kaliber Watch Club zu verbinden. Wie Poolie zu den Uhren kam, und was Chopard für ihn besonders macht, erfahrt Ihr in dieser Episode des UhrTalks. Wir wünschen gute Unterhaltung! Poolie findet ihr hier. Zum Kaliber Watch Club gehts hier. Die UhrTalk Community auf Telegram: https://t.me/uhrtalk Alle Episoden auf allen Plattformen: https://linktr.ee/uhrtalk Der UhrTalk auf Instagram:   / uhrtalk  #uhrtalk #audiowristcheck Schreibt uns gerne auch einzeln über Instagram an: TimebyRaf   / timebyraf   Wristwatches_de   / wristwatches_de   Mr. NiceWatch   / mr.nice.watch   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/uhrtalk/message

Idalia Salsamendi, CEO of Idalia INC which focuses on digital strategy for both brands and influencers, has had an illustrious roster such as Dior, Chopard, Valentino and Cle de Peau Beaute where she strategizes and executes spectacular social media campaigns. Her unparalleled results have made her one of the most sought-after in the space. She has also been heralded as the mastermind behind the businesses of the most prominent faces in fashion and beauty including Chriselle Lim, Brittany Xavier, Marianna Hewitt, and Coco Bassey. As an avid journalist, with a distinct beat for fashion, social media, and travel, she travels throughout the Fashion Weeks and beyond to report for WWD, World Traveller, WhoWhatWear, AirMail, The Daily Front Row, and many more.  Follow Idalia on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/idaliasalsamendi/ Check out Idalia Inc: https://idaliainc.com/ Follow The Big Move on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/thebigmovepodcast/ Follow Host Em here: https://www.instagram.com/emroberts.m/   

Dans ce numéro de L'Heure du Crime, Jacques Pradel revient sur les braquages les plus audacieux commis en France et en Belgique. Notamment sur celui qui s'est produit le 11 décembre 2015, à quelques mètres de Palais de l'Élysée. Ce jour-là, un braqueur se présente dans la bijouterie Chopard, toute proche de l'Élysée, dans le quartier le plus sécurisé de Paris après les attentats de novembre. Il repart calmement, à pied, avec un butin estimé à environ un million d'euros, sans avoir tiré un seul coup de feu.

What you'll learn in this episode:   How Joe's family history in the Thai diamond trade influences his business today How Joe generates publicity for his brand without a large PR budget Why Vilaiwan Fine Jewelry focuses on selling one-of-a-kind pieces to select clients How to wear bold, colorful jewelry without getting lost Why fine jewelry doesn't have to be limited to precious metals and gemstones   About Joe Vilaiwan (Polthakorn Viboonviriyawong) Vilaiwan Fine Jewelry is the work of creative artist and designer Joe Polthakorn Viboonviriyawong, a second-generation jeweler. In his native Thailand, Joe grew up in his family's diamond jewelry business and developed an instinct for identifying quality stones and metals. A natural-born artist, Joe began designing jewelry at age 14, when he created avant grade diamond rings that hinted at his future career.   As an independent visual concept designer for major retailers in the United States and Asia, he quickly became known for his bold, eye-catching store window installations. In 2005 in Los Angeles, Joe returned to his roots and launched Vilaiwan Fine Jewelry, which caught the attention of store buyers who recognized his unique blend of art and ornamentation. His meticulously hand-crafted, statement necklaces, cuffs and earrings became top sellers in museum stores and exclusive boutiques as stylish women in international fashion capitals began wearing and collecting his glamorous wearable arts.   A favorite among fashion editors, stylists and celebrities, Vilaiwan Fine Jewelry has been featured in magazines, on runways and in film. Joe recently collaborated with Disney Consumer Products to create the couture jewelry collection for the major motion picture, “Oz the Great and Powerful.”   Additional Resources: Joe's Website Joe's Instagram Joe's Facebook Photos Available on TheJewelryJourney.com   Transcript:   Although Joe Vilaiwan is known for creating large, over-the-top jewelry, he insists that anyone can wear his work—and almost everyone has, from Joan Rivers to Iris Apfel. As the founder of Vilaiwan Fine Jewelry, he has made it his mission to find the perfect piece for every client who connects with his work. He joined the Jewelry Journey Podcast to talk about how he gets inspired; how he sources the unique materials he uses in his jewelry; and how he has gotten A-list press for his brand without a large budget. Read the episode transcript here.     Sharon: Hello, everyone. Welcome to the Jewelry Journey Podcast. This is the first part of a two-part episode. Please make sure you subscribe so you can hear part two as soon as it's released later this week.    I was walking through the Beverly Hills Art Show this year. I always said I wanted to go, and this year I finally went. I went in the hopes of finding some unusual jewelry, and that's exactly what I found. If you know me, you know I like statement jewelry, and that's exactly what Joe Vilaiwan's jewelry is. He is the founder and creator of Vilaiwan Fine Jewelry.    If you know me, you know exactly what I like. I couldn't decide what to choose: the over-the-top necklace or the more recognizable pearls with diamonds set in. The pearls were larger than anything you would see in real life, so you immediately knew they weren't real and presumed the diamonds weren't real, either. What to choose, the white pearls or the black pearls? They're both fabulous. Clearly, I wasn't the only one who had to have this jewelry, as the booth was swarming with people. Today, Joe will tell us how he started his business and who his clients are. Also, we'll hear how he comes up with his ideas. Joe, welcome to the program.   Joe: Thank you for having me. My name is Joe Vilaiwan. I'm the designer and owner of Vilaiwan Fine Jewelry.   Sharon: Fine jewelry. I didn't even try and tell you what his real name is because I don't think I could spell it, and I don't know if I could say it.    Joe: Joe is my nickname in Thai because everybody in Thailand has a long, complicated last name. So, it's a last name. Everyone has a big name, so my parents also called me Joe. My friends call me Joe as well. Vilaiwan is actually my mother's name, which means beauty in Thai. I use that to honor my mother, who is my inspiration and who taught me about business. My family had a diamond business in Thailand. I grew up with it, and that's how I learned and got inspired and knew about jewelry.   Sharon: That's really nice, that it means a nice thing in Thai and that you wanted to honor your mother.    Joe: Yes.   Sharon: Did you work for somebody else first or did you come here?   Joe: For the jewelry business, I have to say the only person I worked for is my mom and the other was a cat. When I was 12, I started helping my mom in her jewelry business, in her diamond business. I helped her when I was very young. However, I got my bachelor's degree in advertising. Then I came to the U.S. to continue my education and my master's degree, which is in interior design and research communications. I took my shot at being an interior designer and concept designer for many, many years and got really successful in that field.    I wanted to have something on my own before I'm 30, so I decided that jewelry would be the best business for me. However, growing up, I'm learning about myself. I tend to notice that I've been drawn to big pieces or very bold and strong concepts of art and commercial arts. Therefore, I wanted to do more handmade, fine costume jewelry because I cannot use gems in big pieces of mine. That's how my business started. Vilaiwan Fine Jewelry was started in 2002. So, it's over 15, 16 years ago.    Sharon: I saw that you have done a lot of work, and you've gotten a lot of press for your designs. I can see why that would be of interest to you.    Joe: I'm very, very blessed with all of the praise and everything, considering that I don't have, or I've never hired, a PR firm. All the praise I got, it just went directly to me, with the project we did for Disney for the movie “Oz the Great and Powerful,” with all those fine fashion shows, fashion weeks, the praise all over the world, all the museums that carry my creations. I'm very blessed that I met people who actually appreciate my creations and believe in my talents.    Sharon: Would you say you decided to go after this PR, even though you didn't have a PR firm?   Joe: Yes, I did not have a PR firm. I did not hire a PR firm. I come from an advertising background, so I have a definite perspective about this even though I don't have it. That's why I say I'm very fortunate that those people and those players try to find me and contact me directly. That's how I got all that praise and all those awards.    Sharon: Would you say that most of your jewelry or all of your jewelry is statement jewelry? I thought you had a great definition of it.   Joe: People now come to me, and I will not have simple little things or small, little diamonds or small, little pieces. People come to me because they want unique. Either size, big or small, that I create—the smallest one was too big for some people, but they come to me because it's very special. It's one of a kind. It's the sole concept itself. That's what I'm known for.   Sharon: If I had a special dress and I wanted you to design something for it, but I didn't know who you were or I didn't know anything about your jewelry, what would I do?   Joe: Usually people find me. I have to say I'm very blessed again, because the best thing that happened to my business is actually my clients. Mostly the clients recommend other clients. Good people will bring good people to your life. I have this empire of great clients because my clients recommend clients. When I say my clients, they're not just saying it to be nice, but they seriously make appointments for their friends or make sure their friends make appointments to come see me. Sometimes they even set their appointment so they can make sure that me and the friends come together, and that those friends get in to see my creations. All my creations are one of a kind, so they run out very quickly. They sell out very quickly, so they're always waiting for the new pieces that will come out and try to get them before anyone else. Basically, clients recommend clients.    I also have social media. Do I want jewelry on my Instagram? Do I want fine jewelry on Facebook? People also can find me on those. The reason I don't carry in department stores is because, again, it's one of a kind, so they will run out quickly. I cannot go into the retail system. Also, I want my clients to be special, to be the only person who has the piece. When she wears that piece of jewelry to a particular event, she will be the only one. She would definitely be the star. I wanted to keep that spiritually and to be the lady of my life.    Usually, I never have a client who actually brings me a dress and tells me to design something for that dress. Mostly, they get the jewelry and find the dress to work around my jewelry. If they have the dress and they want to wear that dress particularly, they will come and choose the pieces they already created and I already have. I will help them find the right pieces. I have never done anything custom for a particular dress before. I actually find something I already have, that I already created, and is suited.    So far, for the past 16 years, we've been a success. There's actually an interesting story. Some of my clients who always wear big designer brands—you can name it from the top of the world. She was going to an event. One time, she bought this necklace from me. This necklace was very over the top, and she said she saw my fashion show in August. That one was in Palm Springs. It's called El Paseo Fashion Week. I had a silver and black dress, but it's a very sweet kind of dress, and she asked me, “Who's the designer?” She wanted to get one and buy that dress with my necklace.    So, I sent her the recent necklace she bought with that dress in her size. I did not tell her who the designer was, and she wore it. She brought so much attention, so much praise about it. Finally, she asked me, “Who's the designer?” and I told her that the dress was only $19. I actually bought it in downtown L.A. and it could be worn in five ways. That was a shock to her. Basically, if you have my jewelry, you can honor it with other designer dresses, but you don't have to be caught up to wear something expensive or some very well-known brand. You can buy something very basic and simple. The first thing seen is not my jewelry; it's you. My jewelry is just supporting that dress to help you shine your own light at that particular event.    At the same time, you do not need to wear it so dressy for a night event. Mostly all my pieces are practical because they are handmade. You can actually wear them casually with a T-shirt and jeans, and you will look like a rock star as well. That's why my clients love my jewelry; because they can wear it casually or dressy. Also, that's why they love to collect them. Mostly all my clients are collectors, and they are my clients for at least five or six years. I have many of them that have been my clients for over 10 years. When I say over 10 years, it doesn't mean they buy one time and then in the next 10 years another time. No, they've consistently been buying almost every month or every few weeks for the past 12 years or 13 years because they collect them.   Sharon: Do you have a seasonality? Do they come to you because they know it's the fall season and you're going to have new stuff? Is it something different for Christmas?   Joe: Interestingly, my jewelry doesn't have any season. I don't have a season where this piece will do well, then this piece or something like that. I know for sure that my vacation is during the holidays. Before the holidays, yes, it's busy, but during the holidays, everyone is doing our own thing. I also visit my family, and then it will get picked up again after the holidays in January or February.   I don't necessarily think the world now relies on, “Oh, it's spring and summer. You need to wear bright colors, pastel colors. In fall, you need to wear darker colors and something sparkling.” I don't think those kinds of rules are any expectation anymore. Sometime in summer, I have something in white or something that really sparkles, too. People wear whatever they want to wear, whatever can make them feel good about themselves, whatever they are actually comfortable with.    So, my answer is my jewelry is not seasonal. People will choose and always love what I create. They will wear what they want to wear in any time of their lives, in any season they want. They enjoy it because the most important thing is that when you put the right piece of jewelry on the right person, the combination of the energy of the person itself and the energy of the creator, the designer, the craftsmanship and everything, everything will be in harmony. That makes you grow. The aura comes, and it will make you feel good about yourself.    The emphasis is on that because even though it's a big and bold piece of jewelry, I have to finish everything on the real form. It needs to blend in well with the ongoing structure. It's not going to be something that's big and bold and just attached to your body. It needs to blend in and be a part of your body, so you feel like this is a part of you. It will help complement your energy and your own ability, and that is why it sparkles. The smile will be more beautiful, and you'll become your own self and the best version of you. I think that's my job as a designer.   Sharon: So, people bring their dresses to you, and you make the jewelry. That's what you're saying?   Joe: No, what I'm saying is that mostly they will buy my jewelry and find a dress themselves. Or, if they bring one in, they will find what I already have.   Sharon: I see.   Joe: I will help them in that process, to help them find what I already have that will complement the dress they bring. Does that make sense?   Sharon: Yes, now I understand. Do you find that some people say, “Oh, that's too much. I could never wear that. It's too big. It's too over the top”?   Joe: Yes, I've actually experienced that many times. What I've learned from my experience is they will say that the first time, but once it's on them, once they try them on, everything's just fine. Then they will say, “I could not wear anything small anymore. I want something that's big and bold.” They know it's not the size; it's the personality. That's what is actually more important. If you have a personality that's big enough, that's great enough, that's fine enough to carry my jewelry, whatever size that is, that's what you will find.   I have a client that's very petite and only wears big jewelry. Another client used to be one of my collectors as well before she passed away. She was very petite. Most people have necks that are 15 to 16 inches, but everything she bought, I had to customize the neck for her to be 14 ½. She's very small, very petite, and she only wears big, huge pieces of mine. Another collector only wears huge pieces of mine. Sometimes she will put two or three of my necklaces together on top of each other. It's not about the size, but yes, for people who've never known me, who have not seen my art jewelry before, sometimes the reaction is, “Oh my God, that is so big. That is so sparkling.” I always request them to try them on because you will see that sparkle in the eye. You will know that's the right piece on the right person.   Sharon: Do you ever watch the red carpet, the award shows, and see your jewelry on them?   Joe: Yes. In the business, you basically have to pay for PR for those actors and actresses to wear it. I don't have a lot of PR money. Every season they contact me so I can have my pieces worn on those red carpets, but I don't believe in that. My pieces are doing very well. All my lovely clients, if they want my pieces, have to pay for them. I never give my pieces out for free. Every single client of mine pays the same price as my regular clients. All my clients are the same, as I always say, and I treat them the same. If you love it, you need to respect the artist and you have to possess them. I don't believe in paying someone to wear your jewelry on the red carpet. I don't believe in that. Therefore, when I watch it, it's mostly the brands that can afford it: Chopard, Cartier, expensive, real diamonds or pieces they have the budget to put in.    For me, it's a little bit boring. Once in a while, I will see some pieces that are strong and interesting, but mostly it's not. I have a lot of clients who go to red carpets, not as an actress, but they go there as a producer, their lawyer, their agent and other things. They will buy my jewelry, and they bring more attention from all those stars. I don't attach to those kinds of things, that it needs to be famous on a red carpet. For me, all my clients are the same, whether you are a famous actress or you're a housekeeper. Everyone is treated the same.   Sharon: We will have photos posted on the website. Please head to TheJewelryJourney.com to check them out.  

François Chopard, fondateur et président de Starburst, était l'invité de François Sorel dans Tech & Co, ce mardi 20 juin. Il s'est penché sur les tendances du Salon du Bourget notamment sur le positionnement de la France dans le domaine spatial, sur BFM Business. Retrouvez l'émission du lundi au jeudi et réécoutez la en podcast.

Mardi 20 juin, François Sorel a reçu Frédéric Simottel, journaliste BFM Business ; François Chopard, fondateur et président de Starbust ; Jean-Philippe Girault, directeur général de Destinus France ; Jean-Christophe Drai, directeur commercial de Volocopter France ; Edward Arkwright, directeur général exécutif du Groupe ADP et Sergio Colella, président de SITA Europe ; Thibault Cantat, chercheur au CEA ; David Fraboulet, coordinateur des activités aérospatiales au CEA ; Florence Robin, cofondatrice et présidente de Limatech ; Alice Memang, cofondatrice et directirice générale de Delfox ; Bertrand Denis, vice-président Observation de la Terre & Science de Thales Alenia Space ; Eloa Guillotin, cofondatrice et PDG de Beyond Aero, et Arthur Léopold-Léger, président et fondateur d'Elixir Aircraft, dans l'émission Tech & Co sur BFM Business. Retrouvez l'émission du lundi au jeudi et réécoutez la en podcast.

A few days ago, Rare Beauty, a beauty brand founded by American singer Selena Gomez, made its way to India — and created a bit of frenzy among makeup enthusiasts. Rare Beauty is not the first of its kind though. Many global beauty brands and conglomerates have been eyeing India's exploding beauty market.  Why is suddenly everybody — be it the old conglomerates or the new startups or the established e-commerce platforms —- interested in cashing in on India's premium and luxury beauty market? Tune in to our deep dive! In this episode we also look at why Indian students are bee lining to the UK for higher education. Follow The Signal Daily for interesting news stories!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 This is Superlative: A Podcast about watches, the people behind them, and the worlds that inspire them. This week our host and aBlogtoWatch Founder Ariel Adams is joined by the 6-time La Mans winner and ambassador for Chopard, Jacky Ickx. To start the show Ariel and Jacky reminisce over his career and the changes that occurred in racing during his career and now. Ariel calls Jacky a professional risk taker as well as a professional driver, and Jacky describes what it is like to overcome the fear of risk in order to compete. Going through his career, Ariel brings up the infamous Le Mans 24 hour race that Jacky won 6 times, and they dive into what makes that race so special in the world of motorsports. They of course talk about Jacky's ambassadorship with Chopard and what the company has done for him over the years. The two talk about the watches that Chopard developed, which were three limited edition Chopard Mille Miglia Jacky Ickx Men's watches, with a fourth Chopard watch designed with his help. Ariel talks about the influence on racing inspired watches that Jacky and Chopard have had since their inception, and he asks Jacky what Chopard can continue to do that will maintain their connection to classic racing today. To stay updated with Jacky and Chopard:Website - https://www.chopard.com/ Instagram @Chopard - https://www.instagram.com/chopard/ Instagram @JackyIckxOfficial - https://www.instagram.com/JackyIckxOfficial/ To check out the ABTW Shop where you can see our products inspired by our love of Horology:- Shop ABTW - https://store.ablogtowatch.com/To keep updated with everything Superlative and aBlogtoWatch, check us out on:- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ablogtowatch/- Twitter - https://twitter.com/ABLOGTOWATCH- Website - https://www.ablogtowatch.com/If you enjoy the show please Subscribe, Rate, and Review!

Jeudi 4 mai, François Sorel a reçu Frédéric Bianchi, journaliste BFM Business, François Chopard, fondateur et président de Starburst, Sylvain Delteil, vice-président du Développement Commercial Europe chez Perfect Corp, Antoine Heulard, correspondant BFM Business (Washington, Etats-Unis), Christophe Aulnette, senior advisor chez Seven2 et ancien président de Microsoft Asie du Sud et de Microsoft France, Salime Nassur, fondateur de maars, Jérôme Colombain, journaliste spécialiste des technologies | podcast "Monde Numérique", et Hassan-Ali Chaudhary, directeur général et cofondateur de Fullsoon, dans l'émission Tech & Co sur BFM Business. Retrouvez l'émission du lundi au jeudi et réécoutez la en podcast.

François Chopard, fondateur et président de Starburst, était l'invité de François Sorel dans Tech & Co, ce jeudi 4 mai. Il a abordé la compétitivité de la France dans la course à l'innovation sur la conquête spatiale, sur BFM Business. Retrouvez l'émission du lundi au jeudi et réécoutez la en podcast.

Welcome to episode 44 of A Week In Watches, a week where we recover from the hustle bustle of Watches & Wonders, and ponder some of the releases that may have slipped through the cracks. We talk about a new world timer watch from Ming, a few new watches from Frederique Constant, more hits from Chopard, and even a new LM Perpetual variant in steel from MB&F (more from the M.A.D. House coming soon!). Stay tuned as we get our hands on many of these new release for more in-depth reviews. We also caught wind of a new batch of cities selected to sell the MoonSwatch Mission to Moonshine, for one day only this past week. What will this mean for future availability? Do we want more of these special edition MoonSwatches? Let us know in the comments or head over to YouTube to join the discussion. To stay on top of all new episodes, you can subscribe to The Worn & Wound Podcast — now available on all major platforms including iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Soundcloud, Spotify, and more. You can also find our RSS feed here.And if you like what you hear, then don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes.If there's a question you want us to answer you can hit us up at info@wornandwound.com, and we'll put your question in the queue.

Watches & Wonders 2023 is now behind us, so naturally we've spent a little time reflecting on the good, the not so good and the great. And when we say ‘some time' we meant, a seriously sleep deprived Felix and an overworked Andy had an informal chat about what it was like on the ground, some other highlights on the ground, and who's booth was best. As if that wasn't enough, there's also a rapid-fire chat with TAG Heuer's Heritage Director Nicholas Biebuyck about the history of the Carrera. This week's episode is brought to you by TAG Heuer, who are celebrating 60 years of the iconic Carrara. Find out more about this legendary chronograph here. Want the inside scope on Watches & Wonders? Join our Discord . Show Notes: https://www.otpodcast.com.au/show-notes Shrinking on Apple TV Check out the TAG Heuer Novelties Hermès latest watches Oris gets froggy Chopard and the return to elegance How to follow us: Instagram: @ot.podcast Facebook: @OTPODCASTAU Follow hosts: @fkscholz + @andygreenlive on Instagram. Send us an email: otthepodcast@gmail.com If you liked our podcast - please remember to like/share and subscribe.

Episode 4 was delayed due to an evening event that Hodinkee hosted with Lucid Automotive in Geneva but I got Nora, Danny, and Tony on a mic before we parted ways after the show. We get into the recent goodies from Cartier, new Alpine Eagle and LUC models from Chopard, and a whole lot more.Show Notes: 00:38 Lucid Motors 2:40 Cartier Tank Privé Normale 4:24 Cartier Santos Dumont Skeleton5:10 The XL Santos Dumont6:26 Cartier Tank Américane Mini7:35 Cartier Pasha9:05 Chopard Alpine Eagle XPS 4110:29 Chopard LUC 1860 11:45 Rolex 1908 collection13:77 Parmigiani Tonda PF GMT Rattrapante14:31 Parmigiani Tonda PF Flying Tourillon 16:48 F.P. Journe Francis Ford Coppola23:54 Time to Watches24:06 Sinn T50

Jair Bolsonaro (PL) levou com ele um terceiro pacote de joias que recebeu do regime da Arábia Saudita quando deixou o mandato, diz o Estadão. De acordo com o jornal, o estojo inclui um relógio da marca Rolex, de ouro branco, cravejado de diamantes. A reportagem também cita que há uma caixa de madeira clara, que traz o símbolo verde do brasão de armas da Arábia Saudita, com uma caneta da marca Chopard prateada, com pedras encrustradas. A lista de itens ainda conta com um par de abotoaduras em ouro branco, com um brilhante cravejado no centro e outros diamantes ao redor, além de um anel em ouro branco com um diamante no centro e outros em forma de “baguette” ao redor, uma “masbaha”, um tipo de rosário árabe, feito de ouro branco e com pingentes cravejados em brilhantes. O relógio é encontrado na internet por cerca de R$ 365 mil, enquanto os outros itens somam, no mínimo, R$ 200 mil quando comparados a objetos similares. Segundo o Estadão, o conjunto foi recebido em mãos por Bolsonaro, diferentemente das outras joias sauditas presenteadas. A reportagem diz que o então presidente teve acesso aos itens quando esteve com sua comitiva em viagem oficial a Doha, no Catar, e em Riade, na Arábia Saudita, entre 28 e 30 de outubro de 2019. À época, Bolsonaro participou de um almoço oferecido pelo rei saudita Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. De acordo com o jornal, dessa vez, o então presidente voltou ao Brasil com o conjunto de joias e determinou que os objetos fossem levados a seu acervo privado, o que foi confirmado em 8 de novembro daquele ano, pelo Gabinete Ajunto de Documentação Histórica da Presidência. Inscreva-se e receba a newsletter:  https://bit.ly/2Gl9AdL Confira mais notícias em nosso site:  https://www.oantagonista.com​ https://crusoe.uol.com.br/ Acompanhe nossas redes sociais:  https://www.fb.com/oantagonista​ https://www.twitter.com/o_antagonista ​https://www.instagram.com/o_antagonista https://www.tiktok.com/@oantagonista_oficial No Youtube deixe seu like e se inscreva no canal: https://www.youtube.com/c/OAntagonista

Chopard is going to be the place to be on the opening day of Watches and Wonders as they reveal not just their latest novelties but special guest Julia Roberts.Tune in to the aBlogtoWatch Weekly Podcast each week for the latest news and reviewsEmail the show with your thoughts and comments Podcasts@ablogtowatch.com

The 2023 Academy Awards just happened, so Holly is back this week to discuss Red Carpet fashions with “just a few comments and opinions,” because who would we be if your favorite personal stylist didn't give her opinion on Hollywood's biggest night?     Duh, that is why we are here! #Helloooooo    In this episode, Holly takes us through her favorite hits and misses on the 2023 Red Carpet, helping you understand what the stars are wearing, so you can learn how this type of high fashion will translate and trickle down to regular everyday folks.     In general, the Oscars do not aim for the outrageous or wacky factor like we see for the Met Gala or the Grammys. This is the absolute highest honor in the film industry. Traditionally, the Academy Awards Red Carpet is where the world's most prestigious stars present themselves in the way they'll be remembered decades from now. And, at least this year, most people understood the assignment.     But hold on a minute! Did you know that in 2023, the “Red Carpet” is not actually red anymore?(We are still calling it the “Red Carpet” for this episode, however.)    So, fun fact:   The New York Times recently quoted a big-time celebrity event planner, Mandy Weiss, and she said the color of the red carpets has changed because of fashion. It must match the dresses, and the color red just really clashes. The carpet has been red since 1961, back when it was all about a star's movie and what role they were nominated for.     Now it's all about what the stars are wearing and which designer they are wearing. The New York Times states that, in fact, event planners say trends and carpet colors now correlate with the trends on the runways. "It all goes back to fashion and style and trendsetting," says Mrs. Weiss. The carpet should reflect the fashion that's going to walk down the carpet and not fight with it.    So, this year it was called the Champagne Carpet. Alrighty then. We can roll with it.     HOLLY'S TOP PICKS:    Halle Berry   Halle wore a stunning angelic white haltered gown by Tamara Ralph with a thigh-high slit, a midsection cutout, and a flowing skirt. But the most notable aspect of the look was the shimmery pink rose appliqués placed delicately across the neck and at her hip.     Honey, that slit up the leg! We mean, we literally couldn't tell she if had underwear on. That's how high it was...and speaking of her legs, she sure does have the legs pull off this dress. She was absolute perfection.    Michelle Yeoh  Continuing with the white trend, Michelle Yeoh made history when she won the award for Best Actress at the Oscars, becoming the first Asian woman to take home the prize. It had already been a hugely successful award season for the actress, not just in terms of recognition, but also when it came to her red-carpet style.    But, when it came to deciding what to wear for the biggest night of them all, Yeoh turned to Dior and creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri, who created a beautiful feathered white gown especially for her.    This dress initially may look like just a lot of fabric, maybe even like a bridal gown. However, it was handmade by Dior Haute Couture atelier – featured waves of feathers in ivory silk organza. It had a sleeveless illusion top which made her dress look strapless from far away but wasn't. When you take a closer look, you can see the illusion part which is a netting. Added with diamond earrings, her hair style, and her diamond jewelry, she was next level! She is just stunningly, remarkably gorgeous at 60 years old. We had to look that up! She's completely fabulous.     Emily Blunt  Blunt matched a form-fitting, off-the-shoulder Valentino dress with a white clutch that was adorned with pearls and a silver appliqué to keep the outfit monochrome. She added hanging, embellished earrings to her stylish updo of backswept hair.    Blunt showed that an off-the-shoulder column dress, done right, can be perfection. The understated gown got a dollop of bling courtesy of Blunt's Judith Leiber envelope clutch and a double dose of pink perfection via a pair of Chopard chandelier earrings. DYING over the earrings.    When Holly says “off the shoulder,” it was boob level, low, low off-the-shoulder. But she is so beautiful. You can see how gorgeous her skin is. And those gorgeous earrings! She had very, very natural makeup. She was just glowing and effortlessly chic.    Mindy Kaling  One of Holly's top looks of the night in custom Vera Wang was Mindy Kaling. She was someone who made Holly fall out of her chair! Never have we seen her look so beautiful and elegant. The custom Vera Wang white dress featured off-the-shoulder sleeves and a mesh Illusion with white boning bodice. So unexpected and fashion forward! Her hair was simply slicked back and effortless. She just looked stunning, stunning, stunning. #NEXTLEVEL   Eva Longoria  Wowza. Speaking of wowza, and we mean wowza! Eva Longoria in her Zuhair Murad couture beaded deep V-neck gown just brought a level of elegance that very, very few can achieve successfully pull off. This dress was made for her - even though this dress was a disco ball. (Those were her words, not ours.) But a chic disco ball.   But it didn't look like a disco ball, and it was not too much on her, even though she is a bit “vertically challenged.” She is not tall. She is a very petite and small person, but she just looked like a supermodel and this dress.     TREND ALERT:  Longoria's dress was a very sexy dress and with the mirrors on it, which has been a trend that we've seen a for a few seasons now.  Normal people can add this trend in simple ways: on a sweater or jeans, a sweatshirt, or just on a handbag.     Instead of sequins, it's like wearing tiny, little mirrors. This look, in small doses, can easily trickle down for styles for us regular people.    Sofia Carson  Dressed in Giambattista Valli Haute Couture, what looks like a gown is actually a custom white draped silk-chiffon off-shoulder crop-top featuring a twisted cut-out bodice paired with an asymmetrical waist ball gown skirt.     Sofia styled her look with a Chopard necklace featuring seven octagonal shaped emeralds totaling 122.49-carats along with 92.57-carats of pear-shaped, marquise cut, baguette cut and round shaped diamonds set in Fairmined-certified white gold jewelry from the Haute Joaillerie Collection. www.chopard.com  O.M.G.   Everybody was talking about this necklace. It looked like something you see in a museum. This necklace...absolutely unreal! She must have had security guards around her by the 1000s. We mean, she probably couldn't pee that night by herself, right??      Tems  For the Oscars, Tems (the Grammy-winning Nigerian artist—born Temilade Openiyi— who is the first African woman to have five Billboard hits) selected a custom white sculptural gown from Ukrainian brand Lever Couture's AW22 Leleka Couture collection, a look that Tems described as "outside the box."     She wore the dreamy white gown with metallic silver eyeliner and cocoa-lined lips that complimented the overall futuristic tone of the outfit.    It had this big structure over her head that was on-theme and ahead of the fashion curve. So, it was not her fault that they sat her in the middle of a row, and no one could see around her. Fashion first, damn it! Move her to a better seat!    Michelle Williams  The actress, who was nominated in the Best Actress in a Leading Role category for her work in The Fabelmans, arrived at the 95th annual awards ceremony in an all-white Chanel couture look.     The dress was a little mature for her, and felt like somebody much, much older could have worn because it was strapless, with netting over the top of it  - like when you don't want to show your arms or shoulders.     Holly was just a little surprised, because she could have gotten away with something much more avant-garde.     Ariana DeBose   She looked stunning, arriving at the 95th Academy Awards in a white Atelier Versace gown with all-over silver embellishments, featuring a sexy deep V at the front and a thigh-high slit leg. She paired the dazzling number with silver heeled sandals, and diamond jewels.    Zoe Salanda  For Zoe Saldana, the 2023 Oscars presented an opportunity to join the sustainability discussion and incorporate practices into her life — starting with the pinnacle red carpet.    As an ambassador for Suzy Amis Cameron's RCGD Global, the Academy's official sustainability partner, and an awards presenter, the Avatar: The Way of Water star accessorized a Fall 2022 Fendi Couture mesh and lace-paneled slip-gown with vintage Cartier jewels.    It was not over the top. It was very effortlessly chic and simple. This was the perfect way to represent the sustainability movement, standing up for the re-wear, reuse and recycle effort.      Monica Barbaro  Barbaro arrived wearing an elegant Elie Saab Haute Couture gown. The California native looked stunning in the dress that featured a plunging neckline and a deep purple front-tie skirt with a velvet bow in the front. Sexy yet so incredibly classy!    When she was being interviewed, she stated how incredibly grateful she was to Elie Saab and the showroom and the team to be given this dress, because even before she even made it in the movie industry, and nobody knew who she was, they were supporting her and loaning her dresses. So good for them! Good on Elie Saab for keeping the faith!     Florence Pugh   The Don't Worry Darling star arrived on the Oscars carpet wearing Valentino. Her jaw-dropping outfit featured a black minidress with pockets shrouded by a draping off-the-shoulder cape in a creamy grayish-beige hue.     A dramatic cape ebbed out from the pleated bodice into cloudlike poof sleeves and a long train. She finished the look with black platform heels, a structural abstract diamond necklace, sparkling pink drop earrings, and a black bow in her hair.    The whole thing opened at the bust, like an empire waist. You could see her legs and it flowed like a train behind her.     Holly was just aghast and has never seen anything so daring and unexpected! She tells us she was just dying over this look! Florence is very young. And she has a very edgy, punk vibe.  One of Holly's top, top picks of the night!!!     “And I just loved every single bit of it. I want this to trickle down. So, if I have to make this trickle down myself I do not care. God I love this. Did I say that already just saying I'm gonna put this picture under my pillow at night and I'm going to manifest this look for me.” – Holly Katz        HONORABLE MENTION    Winnie Harlow  Harlow arrived in a soft yellow archival 2005 Armani Privé couture column dress. Sustainable fashion has really made a statement on the Red.. or excuse us, Champagne Carpet this year as we are seeing celebrities wanting to showcase garments that have already made a statement instead of having a designer make something brand new for them.     She is completely gorgeous in her own right. And she pulled off this look flawlessly. She doesn't need a lot of extras. The very, very light yellow color of the gown looked beautiful with her skin tone.     Elizabeth Olsen  Elizabeth Olsen was a vision as she walked the red (champagne) carpet in a long, black, Givenchy halter gown with a slicked back bun and a red lip. Completely open in the back. Stunner.    Hong Chau  Chau, who is nominated for best supporting actress for her role in “The Whale,” walked the red (champagne) carpet at the biggest event of the year in a custom pink Prada gown that featured a nod to her Vietnamese heritage.    The collar of her dress, known in English as a Mandarin collar, is a short and stiff upright collar. It's popular in both Chinese cheongsams (also known as qipao) and Vietnamese dresses known as ao dai. She added this design detail at the last minute.     Malala Yousafzai  The Pakistani female education activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate wore a silver sequined gown by Ralph Lauren with a hood, long sleeves, and a cinched detail on one side of the waist. She accessorized only with a large silver diamond ring and a gold ring with a large emerald from Santi Jewels, and wore minimal makeup, and added a pop of color with a bright red lip. HOLLY'S TOP LOOK OF THE NIGHT!      NO SNAPS    Ruth E. Carter  Carter, who in 2019 became the first Black person to win the Oscar for costume design for her work on Marvel's “Black Panther,” was recognized for the film's sequel, “Wakanda Forever.” She is a master at costume design, but she might have had a "Sound of Music" moment, as it looks like she was wearing the drapes.  #DAMN   The dress was just a lot, and really swallowed her. It was a bright yellow strapless gown, but you couldn't see her body shape. This was a no-no for Holly.    Jennifer Connelly  Connelly arrived in a black, off-the-shoulder Louis Vuitton column gown with a beaded triangle-shaped embroidery panel that came literally all the way up to her chin. To Holly, it looked like a spaceship. This dress was probably stunning in person, but, um, no girl! No snaps. Absolute the worst dressed.      That's all for now, folks! We could go on and on and on. Did we get it right? Did we get it wrong? We want to hear your comments! We hope you enjoyed this episode, and Holly will be dreaming and scheming about her top picks! 

Jair Bolsonaro confirmou nesta quarta-feira (8) que mantém em seu acervo pessoal o segundo pacote de joias sauditas que teriam entrado no Brasil ilegalmente durante o seu governo. O conjunto, um estojo com relógio, caneta, abotoaduras, anel e um tipo de rosário da marca de luxo Chopard, teria sido um presente do regime da Arábia Saudita. Ele chegou ao Brasil com comitiva do Ministério de Minas e Energia em outubro de 2021. Inscreva-se e receba a newsletter:  https://bit.ly/2Gl9AdL Confira mais notícias em nosso site:  https://www.oantagonista.com​ Acompanhe nossas redes sociais:  https://www.fb.com/oantagonista​ https://www.twitter.com/o_antagonista ​https://www.instagram.com/o_antagonista https://www.tiktok.com/@oantagonista_oficial No Youtube deixe seu like e se inscreva no canal: https://www.youtube.com/c/OAntagonista

O presidente Jair Bolsonaro recebeu pessoalmente o segundo pacote de joias da Arábia Saudita que chegou ao Brasil pelas mãos da comitiva do então ministro de Minas e Energia (MME), Bento Albuquerque. No estojo estavam relógio com pulseira em couro, par de abotoaduras, caneta rosa gold, anel e um masbaha (uma espécie de rosário islâmico) rose gold, todos da marca suíça Chopard. O site da loja vende peças similares que juntam somam, no mínimo, R$ 400 mil. "Está ficando cada vez mais claro que, em nenhum minuto, o ex-presidente Jair Bolsonaro teve a intenção de declarar que aquelas primeiras joias seriam cedidas ao acervo da União. O tempo inteiro, o que ele pretendia era embolsá-las, apesar de ser ilegal pelas leis brasileiras. Vai ficando feio, pois envolve uma ditadura sangrenta, muitos milhões de reais e crime de sonegação", diz Cantanhêde.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

durée : 00:02:36 - La chronique d'Anthony Bellanger - par : Anthony BELLANGER - Le journal brésilien O Estadao a dégotté un scoop : une rivière de diamants signée Chopard et offerte par l'Arabie saoudite à Michelle Bolsonaro attend son propriétaire aux douanes brésiliennes de l'aéroport de Sao Paulo. Avec une amende de 2 millions d'euros a la clé !

durée : 00:02:36 - La chronique d'Anthony Bellanger - par : Anthony BELLANGER - Le journal brésilien O Estadao a dégotté un scoop : une rivière de diamants signée Chopard et offerte par l'Arabie saoudite à Michelle Bolsonaro attend son propriétaire aux douanes brésiliennes de l'aéroport de Sao Paulo. Avec une amende de 2 millions d'euros a la clé !

In this episode: To celebrate Butterfly 25 Mariah unvailes new merch, bonus tracks and a collaboration with Chopard.  Support the show: Become a Patron of The Mariah Report | Ad Free | Exclusive Content | Tap here: www.patreon.com/themariahreport USD$5 a month - Cancel anytime - No strings - Global Go to www.podcastcbd.com and use the promo code REPORT for 10% off your order, free shipping on orders over $50.  Subscribe to our YouTube page for videos and more. Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or a 5 star rating on your favorite podcast app. It helps the show grow.  Follow us: Instagram | TikTok | Twitter | Facebook | @themariahreport Email us: We want to hear your stories mariahreport@gmail.com Follow your hosts on Instagram: @martinxburgess & @mcde1931 Available on:  Apple Podcast | Spotify | Stitcher | iHeartRadio | JioSaavn --Credits-- Executive Produced by Dan Enriquez and Martin Burgess Graphic Design by Sean Marks and Mikey E. Theme Music produced by Ereezy Beatz Music Voice Overs by Lea Ratcliffe & Dee Smith  Copyright disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes susch as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research.  Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statue that might otherwise be infringing.  Ad Music by Crescent Moon by Purrple Cat | https://purrplecat.com/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY-SA 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Chopard's Co-President Karl-Friedrich Scheufele and race car driver Jacky Ickx on more than 30 years of a legendary automotive event.--This episode of HODINKEE Radio was recorded in Italy shortly before the start of the 40th running of the Mille Miglia, a modern recreation of an incredible 1000-mile race from Brescia to Rome and back to Brescia. Said to be the most beautiful race in the world, it ran from 1927 to 1957 and was then restored in 1977 as a regularity rally that plays host exclusively to cars from the original period. As you can imagine, it's become a banner event in the vintage car scene and for this episode, I was joined by Karl-Freidrich Scheufele and Jacky Ickx to chat about the event, the cars, and how Chopard has played a long-standing role in supporting the race. Karl-Friedrich is Chopard's Co-President (along with being a vintage car collector) and Jacky Ickx is a famous race car driver who has won Le Mans six times, drove in Formula One for Ferrari in the early '70s, won at Dakar, etc. The pair are long-time friends, and they first ran the Mille Miglia in 1989. We chat about how they met, what Mille Miglia means to the vintage car scene, why Chopard has been sponsoring the event for more than 30 years, and how the race has changed as it's been passed to the next generation. 2:20 Mille Miglia 9:27 Sterling Moss 1955 Mille Miglia 18:10 Mille Miglia History 19:42 Cannes Film Festival 28:07 Chopard Mille Miglia 2022 Race Edition

The third episode is all about some of the great stuff we saw at Czapek, Chopard, Oris, and more. Notes:1:37 Antarctique Froze Star S   2:25 Osmium  5:25 Czapek Antarctique Rattrapante Ice Blue8:34 Van Cleef & Arpels Enchanted Nature   11:40 Van Cleef & Arpels Lady Arpels Ballerine Enchantée13:37 Alpine Eagle Flying Tourbillon  17:46 Chopard 25th L.U.C Striking Collection20:29 Chopard L.U.C XPS 1860 Officer23:16 Oris ProPilot X Caliber 400  29:22 Oris Big Crown Pointer Date Caliber 400