Following its successful inaugural run in 2017, JeweLuxe® Singapore returns with its flagship festival at the TENT@Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza from 12th to 21st October 2018. Southeast Asia’s biggest curated festival of design and craft in jewellery, timepieces and sophisticated living, JeweLuxe® Singapore 2018 will see over 60 eminent jewellery houses, heritage brands and independent designers present some of the most exquisite, luxurious and cutting edge works of art worth up to SGD100 million, including pieces worn by celebrities worldwide. This year will also see a much wider collection of everyday ready-to-wear jewellery pieces and the largest gathering of 11 Académie Horlogère des Créateurs Indépendants (AHCI) independent watchmakers in Asia.
The festival this year will feature meticulously curated showcases alongside a line-up of spectacular events and collaborations, including couture fashion presentations featuring fine jewels paired with the works of celebrated Asian fashion designers throughout Edition 1 and Edition 2 of the flagship exhibition; the return of The Savoir Series®; the launch of Forum du Temps, a fraternity for watch collectors and enthusiasts; the introduction of an all-new JeweLuxe® Culture Club presented by Sulwhasoo; an exclusive Vestige Series inspired by the collections of the Asian Civilisations Museum; as well as special island wide showcases featuring art and unique watch events.
JEWELUXE® SINGAPORE 2018 SELECTED FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS
EDITION 1 (12TH TO 16TH OCTOBER)
ICONS & RARITY
The first five days of the festival will highlight important jewellery pieces boasting rare gems and iconic designs from around the world, with the limelight on curated showcases such as Icons of America, Japanese Virtuosos and Resplendence of Singapore. This year’s curated Icons of America gallery will present celebrated jewellery designers including the likes of Arman Sarkisyan, Gumuchian, Sylva & Cie and Moritz Glik, augmented by iconic and legendary Hollywood photographer, Timothy White’s cutting edge contemporary photography. Other highlights will include Ancrea, Jurio and Tomoko Kodera for Japanese Virtuosos; and Jaipore by Ritu Aurora and Infiniti Jewels for Resplendence of Singapore.
Rare and exclusive gems will lend further shine to the festival with jewellery aficionados being treated to a remarkable presentation of unparalleled rare and precious gems from acclaimed jewellery houses such as Bayco (USA), Cicada (USA), Mouawad (USA), Zydo (Italy) and Hans D. Krieger (Germany).
EDITION 2 (17TH TO 21st OCTOBER)
ARTISTRY & CRAFT
The second leg of the festival will cast a spotlight on the artistry and craft of jewellery, watches and clocks from Europe and Asia. Brands include the likes of Lore (France), Oressence (France), Louise C Factory (Switzerland) and Ferrari Firenze (Italy) for the Uniquely from Europe showcase, while a strong line up of Asian designers will feature in the Audacious Asia display, which will be divided into two segments; The Exceptional Audacious Asia and Audacious Asia.
Académie Horlogère Des Créateurs Indépendants (AHCI)
Another major attraction of this Edition will be its curated showcase of 11 watch and clock makers from the Académie Horlogère Des Créateurs Indépendants (AHCI), up from just four participants in 2017. Featuring names such as David Candaux, Aaron Becsei, Ludovic Ballouard, Sinclair Harding, and Meccaniche Orologi Milano, JeweLuxe® Singapore 2018 will see Asia’s largest ever gathering of AHCI members presenting their art through the storied tradition of watchmaking. Independent watchmakers including Swiss watchmaker, Krayon, will also make a shining addition to the prestigious line-up, with the brand’s masterpieces guaranteed to delight timepiece enthusiasts.
EDITION 1 & 2 | THE EXCEPTIONAL
Across both Editions 1 and 2, JeweLuxe® Singapore 2018 will also be presenting a high profile showcase of The Exceptional jewellery houses and designers of illustrious heritage, rarity, design and craft from around the world, including Vihari (Singapore), Federico Buccellati (Italy), Magerit (Spain), Caratell (Singapore), Baerjewels (Hong Kong), Gyan Jaipur (India), Moiseikin (Russia), Heinz Mayer (Germany), and more.
For more information: http://www.jeweluxesingapore.com/