Couture Blog

NEW for 2011: Couture Mobile Directory!

We are pleased to present our first Couture Mobile Directory!

You will notice each exhibitor in the Couture Directory & their Salon has a QR barcode, which provides attendees with exhibitor information when they scan it with a free reader downloaded to their Smartphone. It’s fast and easy to use on any Smartphone!
 
For a free QR code reader, choose one:
 
Option1:
Text TAPPINN to 43588
 
Option 2:
Go to www.coutureshowQR.com on your mobile phone
 
Now you have access to our Couture exhibitors and staff, all on your mobile device!

Couture Trend Report 2 -- Lady Bugs & Lucky Charms

Eveyrone needs a bit of extra luck these days -- and Couture Jewelers can serve up a lucky or charm or two for every fashionable superstition.  Did you know Ladybugs are particularly revered for their lucky charm status.

 

WWD features Couture in today's paper

WWD features Couture in today's paper and showcases top trends that will debut at the show next week.

Janet Goldman, CEO of Fragments, shares her excitement and overall market optimism.

 

Introducing Couture Time

Jury Prizes for Watches

The organizers of Couture Time by Watch Journal are delighted to debut a new watch competition designed to underscore achievement in fine watchmaking during Couture. A jury of distinguished American watch experts, retailers, collectors and journalists will select winners in three categories from among pieces put forward by exhibiting watch brands. Don’t miss the announcement of the winners at the Couture Design Awards.

Click on the images to see more about the watch brands who will be exhibiting this year at Couture.

 

PARTICIPATING BRANDS

Armin Strom
Ball Watch USA
Bedat & Co.
Bell & Ross
Bremont Watch Company
Christophe Claret
Ellicott SA
Ernst Benz
Franc Vila
Gergé Swiss Timepieces
Giuliano Mazzuoli srl
Hautlence
HD3
Ladoire
Linde Werdelin
Marvin C° 1850 @ ViewPoint
Montres Venus SA
Philip Stein @ ViewPoint
Speake-Marin SA
SEAH
TF Est. 1968
Tutima

Travel from the Wynn to Mandalay Bay in comfort courtesy of Couture

Couture  wants your week to work smoothly so our Shuttle is at your service to get to Mandalay Bay.

 

We will be providing transportation via mini-coaches between the Wynn and Mandalay during show hours:

From Wynn – 9am – 6pm - outside the Alsace meeting room where registration is located
From Mandalay – 8:30am – 6pm - by the Shark Reef entrance
(last pick up is 6pm at both hotels)
 
Open to ALL Couture and JCK attendees with a badge

 

Remember -- all valid retailers are welcome to visit our show where the most enticing array of jewelry brands and designers and watches are there for you to peruse in comfort and style.

 

 

Couture Trend Report 4 -- Unique Brides

The stylish bride is always on the lookout for unique ways to express herself -- and her bridal jewelry is no exception.

Here's a sneak peek at some of the most stylish wedding jewels that will be on display at this year's Couture event at the Wynn Las Vegas, June 2-6th.

 

And for the more traditional bride these new styles will surely capture her eye:

 

 

Couture Trend Report 5 -- Chocolate & Roses

Another key trend spotted throughout the Couture Jeweler's newest collections is the use of rose gold and chocolate brown shades of oxidation, gems and detailing.

Yum-o!

 





 

Couture Trend Report 3 -- Green with Envy

Couture Jewelers are always on the cutting edge -- setting trends and keeping their customers in vogue.

This year everyone will be green with envy over this bevy of Couture jewels that showcase the color of the year from pale seafoam to deep, dark emerald.

Green is in. And Couture jewelers are making waves.

 

 

Couture Members Dominate List of Top Jewelry Brands Poll

UNITED BRANDS LLC Lists Top 10 Jewelry Brands, Watch Brands and Diamond Brands for 2011 United Brands LLC Releases Lists of Highest Ranking Brands.

Many of the designers on the list are members of Couture -- seen in pink. Congratulations to all.

 

TOP JEWELRY BRANDS - 2011

Top 10 Jewelry Brands - Fashion Design
1. Roberto Coin
2. David Yurman
3. Kwiat
4. Marco Bicego
5. H. Stern
6. Zorab Creation
7. Oscar de la Renta
8. Aaron Basha
9. Levian
10. Kabana

Top 10 Jewelry Designers
1. Neil Lane
2. Stephen Webster
3. Erica Courtney
4. Solange Azagury-Partridge
5. Martin Katz
6. Alan Friedman
7. Loree Rodkin
8. Lamont
9. Judy Evans
10. Stefan Hafner

 

UNITED BRANDS LLC 2011 TOP 10 LIST

The top 10 lists were compiled by executives, consultants and affiliates of United Brands. The rankings are based on a variety of factors that include product quality, design, performance, value, consumer recognition, brand differentiation and marketing effectiveness.

"Couture Time" debuts at this year's Couture event at the Wynn

 

Couture, through a partnership with consumer publication Watch Journal, has launched "Couture Time," a significant collection of fine watch and clock brands that will be integrated into the show's exhibitor base at it's approaching edition, scheduled for June 2-6 at the Wynn Las Vegas.

Brands will include Armin Strom, Ball Watch USA, Bedat, Bell & Ross, Bremont, Christophe Claret, Ellicott 1738, Ernst Benz, Franc Vila, Gergé Swiss Timepieces, Giuliano Mazzuoli, Hautlence, Ladoire, Linde Werdelin, Montres Venus, SEAH, Speake-Marin, TF Est. 1968 and Tutima.
 
Located throughout the show floor at the Wynn, in the Fairway Villas or in the “Timepiece Suites” in the Wynn Tower Suites, the exhibit spaces will offer retailers quick access to these brands. As an added convenience for retailers, appointments can be made with all watch brands at the Couture Time Appointment Desk, which will be located at Couture registration.

“We’re thrilled to bring this important addition to our community,” says Lee Arevian, director of Business Development for the Couture Show. “Our goal in establishing Couture Time was to select companies that embody the best in manufacturing and craftsmanship, while also representing a diversity in style, design and price point.”
 
“Couture is the premier high-end event for the finest retailers,” says Glen Bowen, editor of Watch Journal. “With Couture Time, we’re bringing together some of the world’s best watch brands with America’s top retail community to do business in an exclusive and luxurious setting.”
 
Further information and details are available at www.TheCoutureShow.com.