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Van Cleef & Arpels

News and insight on the French luxury goods brand known for high jewellery and timepieces

Chairman / President

Nicolas Bos

CEO / Managing Director

Nicolas Bos

CFO / Finance Director

Christophe Grenier

Industry

Luxury Jewellery and Watches

Website

vancleefarpels.com

Headquarters address

22 Place Vendôme, 75001 Paris, France

Year founded

1906

At the Wales v England Six Nations rugby match in March, Kate Middleton wore earrings in lapis lazuli, a stone prized since ancient times for its dazzling blue hue and protective properties, and that is attracting a new generation of admirers including Rihanna and Jennifer Lawrence. Photo: PA Images via Getty Images

Fashion

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

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

21 Jun 2025 - 11:00AM

Crime in Hong Kong

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

21 Jun 2025 - 12:17AM

Crime in Hong Kong

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

19 Jun 2025 - 11:40PM

Crime in Hong Kong

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

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

18 Jun 2025 - 11:54PM

The shop is located on the first floor of Supreme House on Hart Avenue. Photo: SCMP

Timepieces

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

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

6 Jun 2025 - 10:00AM

High Jewellery

Jewellery that offers surprise and meaning with hidden elements

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

27 May 2025 - 12:06PM

High Jewellery

Why auction houses are curating their jewellery collections for investment value

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

20 May 2025 - 5:10PM

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

High Jewellery

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

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

22 Apr 2025 - 11:33AM

Timepieces

Gold watches from leading brands bossed it at Watches and Wonders

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

15 Apr 2025 - 5:00PM

Timepieces

The luxury jewellery brands bringing artistry to the world of horology

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

19 Mar 2025 - 6:00AM

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

High Jewellery

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

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

16 Jan 2025 - 10:00AM

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

Timepieces

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

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

12 Jan 2025 - 5:00AM

High Jewellery

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

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

14 Dec 2024 - 6:00AM

High Jewellery

Jewellery highlights for November from Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels and Omega

Elhanati’s tie-up with Argentinian designer Conie Vallese delivers Gothic-style cutlery in gold, silver and black diamonds – quite the contrast with the dainty work in the Van Cleef & Arpels collection.

1 Dec 2024 - 4:00AM

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra. Photo: Handout

High Jewellery

Ahoy there! Van Cleef & Arpels’ new collection sets a course for adventure

The whimsical range is the brainchild of Nicolas Bos, group chief executive of parent company Richemont, which also owns Cartier, Jaeger‑LeCoultre, Vacheron Constantin and Piaget.

21 Nov 2024 - 2:06PM

A clip, earring and ring from Van Cleef & Arpels’ Treasure Island high jewellery collection, unveiled in Miami, Florida, in November 2024. Photo: Handout

Style Edit

Style Edit: Van Cleef & Arpels unveils 4 stunning Rose de Noël pieces

The intricate designs, including grey mother-of-pearl and vibrant turquoise gemstones set in gold, are inspired by winter flowers and dedicated to the beauty of nature.

21 Nov 2024 - 1:08PM

High Jewellery

Style shoot: Van Cleef & Arpels’ latest high jewellery collection

Stevenson’s swashbuckling tale of buccaneers and buried treasure has excited young imaginations for more than a century, and now has provoked this dazzling tribute in gems and gold.

18 Nov 2024 - 2:18PM

High Jewellery

Inspired by the everyday: jewellery that makes the functional fantastic

Nadine Ghosn’s Crayon bracelets are kooky fun while Chanel went for a sautoir/earphone mash-up and Cartier strung a watch onto a blinged-up carabiner

27 Oct 2024 - 6:00AM

Boucheron and other jewellery brands have long played with the idea of making jewellery out of more everyday objects. Photos: Handout

Masterpieces

Innovation meets bling in 2024’s jewellery watches

Sleek, sparkly and showcasing creativity, this year’s newest timepieces are blurring the line between haute horlogerie and haute joaillerie

29 Jul 2024 - 1:00PM

High Jewellery

How turquoise, the historic blue stone, is gaining new A-list and luxury fans

The stone’s modern fans include Emily Blunt, Eva Mendes and Richemont’s new CEO Nicolas Bos, but it has been used in jewellery for centuries

28 Jul 2024 - 5:00AM

Masterpieces

The ancient techniques and unorthodox materials tempting high jewellers in 2024

Van Cleef & Arpels and Cindy Chao use the ancient cire perdue, or ‘lost wax’, casting technique for their delicate creations, while Joel Arthur Rosenthal, Hemmerle and Forms are turning to aluminium

27 Jul 2024 - 2:00PM

The Spring brooch from Cindy Chao’s Four Seasons collection is an example of how today’s high jewellers are using ancient techniques as well as unorthodox materials to craft their pieces. Photos: Handout

Timepieces

Time on a string: how celebs are driving the pendant watch trend

You don’t need a wristwatch to tell the time these days, so maisons are finding ways to make them remain glamorous and relevant

16 Jun 2024 - 3:00PM

Taylor Swift left fans pondering when she wore a watch choker set at midnight, at the 66th Grammy Awards. Photo: TNS

High Jewellery

L’École Middle East in Dubai opens with a Chinese ornaments exhibition

Proceeds from its public courses and talks will be given to Dubai Cares, an organisation dedicated to improving access to quality education for children

24 May 2024 - 2:08PM

High Jewellery

Very superstitious: fashion’s long love affair with lucky charms – from Coco to Dior

Coco Chanel was famously superstitious, with brand totems such as the lion and the No 5 living on, while Christian Dior reportedly consulted his clairvoyant on all major decisions

13 Apr 2024 - 2:00PM

Style Edit

Style Edit: Van Cleef & Arpels’ new additions to its Frivole collection

Five new pieces that feature multiple flower motifs, between-the-finger rings, pendants and bracelets, are Van Cleef & Arpels’ tribute to nature

27 Mar 2024 - 10:00AM

Van Cleef & Arpels’ Frivole collection is a celebration of flora and fauna. Photo: Handout

Lunar New Year

How to wear red at Chinese New Year – and for the rest of 2024

Van Cleef & Arpels’ four-leaf clover motif in carnelian is a lucky red accessory that works year round, while Cartier’s red Panthère chain bag and Trinity cord bracelet will make any ensemble pop

11 Feb 2024 - 6:00AM

The easiest way to stand out in a crowd is to wear red – and brands like Gucci, Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels can help you add just that pop of colour this Chinese New Year. Photo: @carriewst/Instagram

Lunar New Year

Dragon bling: red jewellery trends just in time for Lunar New Year

Van Cleef & Arpels, Bottega Veneta and Boucheron are among those releasing bold new collections that happily connect with Asian demand for the lucky colour as we welcome the Chinese Year of the Dragon

6 Feb 2024 - 4:00PM

High Jewellery

Vintage jewellery is having a viral moment – thanks to Taylor Swift

Swift broke the internet when she lost the stone from her Van Cleef & Arpels ring at the VMAs, now Sotheby’s Magnificent Jewels auction in New York is set to ignite more retro inspo

18 Jan 2024 - 10:43AM

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