SHOW DAILY by JNA • 1 SHOW DAILY 3Day 20 September 2023 | Wednesday Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong 18-22 September 2023 | AWE 20-24 September 2023 | HKCEC The World’s Number One Fine Jewellery Event 62% Over 62 per cent of exhibitors at Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong 2023 originate from overseas JGW 2023 in full swing as HKCEC section opens The finished jewellery section of Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong (JGW) opens today, September 20, at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), hosting jewellery manufacturers and designers; packaging solutions, tools and equipment suppliers; and jewellery technology providers. Meanwhile, the jewellery materials section of JGW is ongoing at AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE) as professional trade buyers fulfil their sourcing requirements for coloured gemstones, pearls, diamonds and jewellery semi-finished products. Exhibitors at AWE are maintaining an optimistic outlook on business prospects at the show. Shaun Gems International’s Shaun Ajodan said, “There has been pent-up demand since the pandemic. We are confident of meeting international buyers – our existing customers and new contacts – at the show.” JGW 2023 features more than 3,400 exhibitors across its two venues. The fair has over 40 group and themed pavilions, including the Fine Gem and Fine Design Pavilions, International Premier Pavilion and CORE, which showcases Hong Kong’s major jewellery manufacturers. Country and regional pavilions are led by Belgium, Brazil, China, Colombia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Spain, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Türkiye, Taiwan, Thailand and the US. Moreover, trade associations are making a powerful statement at the fair by showing up in full force with their own dedicated pavilions. Diamond halls at the AWE section of JGW
Veerasak Trirotanan, president of Veerasak Gems SHOW DAILY by JNA • 4 ON THE SHOW FLOOR JewelleryNet.com Day 3 • 20 September 2023 Miranda Group President Jose Miranda da Costa Jr (right) with company Managing Director Cam Li From left, Sheetal Group Directors Jignesh Donda, and Hirabhai and Chirag Kakadia Marcelo Ribeiro, president of Belmont Angharad Guy, Yongzhen Fang and Rain Zhang from Chinastone Buying activity at AWE Antwerp Diamond Pavilion Bertrand Ternat, owner of Ocean Flame Ltd Adriana Torres, education director at ACODES
SHOW DAILY by JNA • 6 ON THE SHOW FLOOR JewelleryNet.com Day 3 • 20 September 2023 We are showcasing a splendid selection of fancy colour diamonds at JGW. This is new for us as we focus mainly on white diamonds, but we have expanded our product offerings to meet the market’s soaring demand for fancy colour diamonds, specifically yellows and pinks. Yellows are most popular in China, Hong Kong and Taiwan. – Shashir Narola, director of NG Star HK Ltd The US and European markets are gradually recovering. I am looking forward to meeting more professional trade buyers from these regions at this year’s show. – Chung Yuksheung of Hong Kong jewellery manufacturer and wholesaler Tai Chung Jewellery Co Ltd Sanket Patel (left), director of Greenlab Diamonds Amira W. Hatta Parsons, operations manager of ICA | Gemlab Star Asia (Thailand) Ltd Jürgen Schütz, president of Emil Weis Opals Mehul Patel, managing director of Krish Creations Co Ltd Team from Dharam Creations Michael Gad (centre), president of Michael Gad Emeralds
SHOW DAILY by JNA • 8 NEWS JewelleryNet.com Day 3 • 20 September 2023 Exceptional diamonds from Diarough Diarough (Hong Kong) Ltd is bedazzling buyers at Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong (JGW) with its extensive portfolio of premium-quality diamonds. Taking centre stage at its booth is the company’s full range of products, led by diamonds of below 2 carats to 10 carats in rounds and fancy shapes, including its new “MM” matching stones as well as its Hearts and Arrows collection in rounds. According to the company, polished diamonds of 30 points and below are currently moving the fastest, particularly in India and the Middle East. And this trend is expected to continue at the show. Diarough noted, “We anticipate stable demand for diamonds in this size range at JGW.” The Hong Kong-based diamond manufacturer is setting its All eyes are on an exquisite spectacle of untreated rubies and sapphires, including loose stones and finished jewellery pieces, at the booth of PN Gems of China. The company said, “These gemstones possess exceptional quality and rarity, making them toptier collectibles sought after by a great deal of jewellers and jewellery enthusiasts.” Taking pride of place in its display windows are unheated rubies of 5 carats and 6 carats from the legendary Mogok mines in Myanmar (formerly Burma). The gemstones are bestowed with the coveted Pigeon’s Blood colour by reputable gemmological laboratories. “We are presenting an extremely beautiful untreated Burmese ruby and diamond necklace, with each ruby displaying a rich Pigeon’s Blood colour, high clarity and exceptional transparency,” revealed PN Gems. The company is targeting high-end jewellery retailers, designers and gemstone collectors from Asia who have an affinity for finer-quality gems. It added, “Through JGW, we also hope to further expand our reach to Europe and the US.” PN Gems specialises in the wholesale of toprange rubies, sapphires and emeralds, with a focus on untreated rubies from Myanmar. It runs an office and gem-cutting operations in Mogok. Fine jeweller Unique Brilliant Ltd is aiming to catch the fancy of luxury collectors and jewellery lovers with an impressive assortment of intricately designed pieces at Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong. Hero items from its well-loved collections are displayed at the fair, headlined by a ring in 18-karat gold adorned with diamonds and a 10.90-carat Padparadscha sapphire centre gem from Sri Lanka. Other highlights include a 100.07-carat cat’s eye alexandrite, which Unique Brilliant described as a one-in-a-million find for its mesmerising colour-change capability and distinct chatoyancy; a jadeite and diamond ring bearing the desired emerald-green colour with high translucency; and a Burmese ruby jewellery set comprising a necklace and a pair of earrings, to name a few. “Our top markets have always been Southeast Asia,” shared the company. “However, we wish to broaden our client base to include those from North America, China and Europe.” Unique Brilliant is hoping to meet more suppliers and build new contacts with prospective overseas customers after more than three years of pandemic restrictions. The company, which specialises in finequality untreated gemstones, has over 40 years of experience in the international gemstone and jewellery industry. sights on professional trade buyers from China and Southeast Asia, specifically retailers and jewellery manufacturers. Overall, the diamond industry is experiencing a correction amid a gradual but steady recovery from macroeconomic and geopolitical challenges, the diamantaire noted. It said, “There are still further corrections happening in the diamond market. We observe slower demand due to various reasons, but we are looking forward to seeing how businesses bounce back at the September Fair.” Meanwhile, the diamond sector can expect stability in the coming months, with industry players expecting operations to normalise in 2024. Opportunities abound in India and the Southeast Asian markets moving forward, Diarough added. All jewellery products by PN Gems All jewellery pieces by Unique Brilliant Ltd Round diamond displaying the cherished Hearts and Arrows pattern from Diarough ©IlanTaché Ring with a 5-carat untreated Pigeon’s Blood Burmese ruby Ring with a 6-carat untreated Pigeon’s Blood Burmese ruby Coloured gemstone royalties Refined jewellery collections shine at JGW Jadeite and diamond jewellery set 100.07-carat colour-change cat’s eye alexandrite from Sri Lanka
SHOW DAILY by JNA • 10 NEWS JewelleryNet.com Day 3 • 20 September 2023 Gemolithos’ booth at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre is a must-visit for highly selective buyers and antique jewellery collectors searching for their next big-ticket find. Taking centre stage on the company’s display shelves is a glittering array of fine jewellery ranging from period pieces to more contemporary designcentric collections. These include jewellery from 18th century Victorian, Art Nouveau, Belle Epoque and Art Deco periods alongside pieces from the 1950s, 60s, 70s and 80s. The antique and vintage jewellery specialist is also presenting creations by Cartier, Boucheron, Van Cleef & Arpels, René Boivin, Suzanne Belperron, Jar and Bulgari. Three ancient golden diadems from 340 BC are likewise catching attention. Ioannis Alexandris, founder and CEO of Gemolithos, noted that rare unique pieces with exceptional craftsmanship are always in high demand. Younger generations of consumers are also growing more appreciative of the rarity and beauty of vintage and antique jewellery. High-quality loose diamonds and exquisite diamond jewellery pieces are the stars of KP Sanghvi HK Ltd’s product offerings at Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong (JGW). The company’s diamonds are tracked on Tracr, an industry-wide blockchain technology that demonstrates the journey of its diamonds from mine to market in response to rising demand for traceability and provenance. On hand at JGW is a broad range of certified and non-certified diamonds alongside perfectly calibrated jewellery layouts that showcase KP Sanghvi’s fine craftsmanship. A carefully curated collection of bespoke diamond jewellery pieces is also set to amaze its clients. KP Sanghvi stated, “We expect a positive response to our various collections such as ‘Mined for You’, which is made using Tracr-backed stones and our diamond-studded ‘Pair Play’, ‘Reflection’, ‘Frame’ and ‘Bloom’.” The company is hoping to entertain buyers from China, Hong Kong and Southeast Asia as well as retailers from the US, Europe and Australia for its loose diamond category, while its finished jewellery business is geared towards the US, the UK and Europe. Founded in 1965, KP Sanghvi is a family-owned polished diamond and jewellery manufacturer with a large global distribution network. A long-time Sightholder with De Beers and a Rio Tinto Select Diamantaire, KP Sanghvi is certified with various international social responsibility standards such as BSCI and SEDEX. It is also a member of the Responsible Jewellery Council. “Fortunately, younger customers are increasingly discerning and have greater access to reliable information. Their willingness to research on possible purchases enables them to make informed decisions when buying good-quality vintage and antique jewellery,” he said. The market is currently gravitating towards jewellery from the 1970s and 1980s due to their wearability and distinct aesthetic, he added. Asia is fuelling robust sales in the antique jewellery category, led by China, revealed the company official. “China remains strong in the fine antique jewellery segment while Japan and South Korea are quite promising,” said Alexandris. Gemolithos recently launched a new, one-ofa-kind jewellery line to complement its expansive collection of antique and period jewellery and to broaden its product offerings to clients. The jewellery line is classified into two categories: One that places the gemstone as the core of the jewellery piece and the other that shines the spotlight on the design and its execution. Also on offer is an everyday jewellery line for customers on the lookout for modern and wearable pieces. Gemolithos likewise expanded its product portfolio to offer natural fancy colour diamonds – a move well-received by its refined and sophisticated private clients. Cross pendant with rare old-mine cut diamonds, circa early 19th century; Art Nouveau ‘Plaque de Cou’ piece with enamel and natural pearls by Fritz Falk, circa 1900s; Art Deco pendant with jade, enamel and diamonds from Gemolithos Diamond earrings by KP Sanghvi HK Ltd Gemolithos’ opulent selection of antique jewellery Glowing prospects from diamond manufacturer Younger customers are increasingly discerning and have greater access to reliable information. Their willingness to research on possible purchases enables them to make informed decisions when buying good-quality vintage and antique jewellery.
SHOW DAILY by JNA • 16 SHOWCASE JewelleryNet.com Day 3 • 20 September 2023 1 2 4 3 5 6 Jewellery designers celebrate the beauty of nature with resplendent pieces that embody innate creativity. Adorned with gemstones of rich hues in playful combinations of precious metals and other materials, these enchanting nature-inspired jewellery pieces evoke a sense of joy and artistic freedom. Fascinating Flora & Fauna
JewelleryNet.com SHOWCASE SHOW DAILY by JNA • 17 Day 3 • 20 September 2023 7 10 8 9 1. Diamond ring in 18-karat gold and titanium by JR Diam Ltd 2. Bouquet-inspired brooch in 18-karat yellow gold with diamonds and Akoya pearls by Fish Enterprises (Thailand) Ltd 3. Butterfly brooch with diamonds and coloured gemstones by EJI 4. Brooch by Image Silver 5. ‘Abeille’ pendant in 18-karat gold with tourmalines by H&R Jewellery Ltd 6. Double-layered butterfly brooch in 18-karat gold with emeralds, white and fancy colour diamonds by Huang Chung Chia 7. Butterfly ring with diamonds by KE Group Ltd 8. Jewellery set by Darmawan Silver 9. ‘Vines’ jewellery set by Twinflies Co Ltd 10. ‘Le Papillion’ brooch by Grace of Art Co Ltd
SHOW DAILY by JNA • 19 Day 3 • 20 September 2023 JewelleryNet.com NEWS Exquisite offerings from Japanese jewellers Ito commented, “I use genuine natural materials and intricate craftsmanship to produce every jewellery piece. Only a refined and meticulous artist can bring out the colours and lustre of seashells and the gloss of lacquer.” IML Co Ltd, for its part, is presenting delicate and refined diamond jewellery pieces from its NuDia brand, which was founded in 2015. It specialises in a modern laser technique to achieve a unique diamond setting. Fine-quality coloured gemstone jewellery, meanwhile, are headlining Tomikura Co Ltd’s participation in JGW. The jewellery supplier is showcasing rings adorned with emerald and chrysoberyl cat’s eye, to name a few. Over at the booth of BICO GHI Corp at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre, pride of place belongs to the company’s Japanese Kihei chain for men and women. Composed of small, twisted bean chains, these offer more reflective facets and a shinier appearance. “All of our Kihei chains are 12-sided, meaning they are more exquisite than 2-sided, 6-sided or 8-sided chains. There are fewer gaps in between so the chains are resistant to breakage. They are very durable and soft,” the company said. BICO GHI specialises in made-in-Japan 18-karat and platinum classic chains, Kihei chains, snake bone chains and gold coin pendants. It is celebrating its 57th anniversary this year. Jewellery designers and manufacturers from Japan have brought their intricately designed and largely culturally inspired collections to Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong (JGW). Designer Keiko Ito is shining the light on her celebrated jewellery pieces made using traditional techniques such as raden or mother-of-pearl inlay and urushi or Japanese lacquer. Her offerings at the show include raden and urushi pendants and brooches further adorned with diamonds and pink tourmaline in 18-karat yellow gold. Snake bone chain by BICO GHI Corp Pendants and brooches with diamonds, motherof-pearl and Japanese lacquer by Keiko Ito
SHOW DAILY by JNA • 20 Calendar of Events JewelleryNet.com Day 3 • 20 September 2023 WHAT’S ON AT JGW Pearl Auction Event: The 103rd Paspaley Pearl Auction* Date: September 23 to 24 Venue: Meeting Rooms N200 Series, HKCEC Organiser: Australian Pearl Centre (HK) Ltd Special Display of Rubies Event: Red Radiance Ruby’s Mine-to-Market Adventure Date: September 20 to 24 Venue: Booth 3M260, HKCEC Organiser: Jewellery & Gem Knowledge Community, Informa Markets Jewellery Fun Activity Event: JGW GemSnap Date: September 18 to 22 Venue: AWE • G/F East lobby next to welcome backdrop • 1/F Central Concourse Hall 10/11 Date: September 20 to 24 Venue: HKCEC • Hall 1B entrance • Hall 3B Concourse Organiser: Informa Markets Jewellery Special Events Event: The 40th Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong Opening Ceremony Time: 10:00am – 10:30am Venue: Harbour Road Entrance, HKCEC Organiser: Informa Markets Jewellery Event: The 40th Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong Media Gathering* Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm Venue: Meeting Rooms S226-227, HKCEC Organiser: Informa Markets Jewellery Event: Extraordinary 40 Awards Presentation Ceremony & Panel Discussion Topic: From Rough To Brilliant: Charting A Course For An Exciting Future Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm Venue: Grand Foyer, HKCEC Organiser: Informa Markets Jewellery Event: The 40th Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong Fair Reception* Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm Venue: Grand Foyer, HKCEC Organiser: Informa Markets Jewellery Event: Trends Shaping The Future Of Jewellery: Role of Platinum Time: 10:00am – 12:30pm Venue: Meeting Room S221, HKCEC Organiser: Platinum Guild International (PGI) Event: Embracing new business opportunities in Middle East: Navigating Hong Kong – Dubai trade connections Time: 10:00am – 12:30pm Venue: Meeting Room N201, HKCEC Organiser: Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), Hong Kong – Middle East Business Chamber Event: Extraordinary 40 Awards Presentation Ceremony & Panel Discussion Topic: The Future Of Coloured Gemstones: Opportunities And Challenges Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm Venue: Grand Foyer, HKCEC Organiser: Informa Markets Jewellery Event: Extraordinary 40 Awards Presentation Ceremony & Panel Discussion Topic: Bold Retailers, Challenging Markets: Lessons In Success From The Jewellery Industry Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm Venue: Grand Foyer, HKCEC Organiser: Informa Markets Jewellery Event: Diamonds from Nature. We Treasure!* Time: 2:30pm – 4:00pm Venue: Meeting Room S227, HKCEC Organiser: Diamond Federation of Hong Kong, China; Natural Diamond Council Event: Gübelin Academy 10th Anniversary* Time: 4:00pm – 6:00pm Venue: Meeting Rooms N206-208, HKCEC Organiser: Gübelin Academy Event: GWANGJU – HONG KONG for Jewelry Industry Revitalization MOU Signing Ceremony* Time: 4:30pm – 6:00pm Venue: Meeting Room S228, HKCEC Organiser: GWANGJU Jewelry Enterprise Organization and Hong Kong Jewellery & Jade Manufacturers Association Event: Gübelin Gem Lab 100th Anniversary Cocktail Reception* Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm Venue: Meeting Rooms N206-208, HKCEC Organiser: Gübelin Gem Lab Event: Extraordinary 40 Awardees Networking Party* Time: 6:30pm – 9:00pm Venue: Grand Foyer, HKCEC Organiser: Informa Markets Jewellery Event: Extraordinary 40 Awards Presentation Ceremony & Panel Discussion Topic: Pearls Of Wisdom: Trends, Opportunities And Challenges Ahead Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm Venue: Chancellor Room, HKCEC Organiser: Informa Markets Jewellery Event: Extraordinary 40 Awards Presentation Ceremony & Panel Discussion Topic: The Power Of Storytelling: Winning Over China’s New Generation Of Jewellery Consumers Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm Venue: Chancellor Room, HKCEC Organiser: Informa Markets Jewellery Event: Shanghai Kimberlite Diamond Jewellery Parade & Gala Dinner* Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm Venue: Grand Foyer, HKCEC Organiser: Shanghai Kimberlite Diamond Jewellery Co Ltd Event: Ruby, Art & Science. In-person Conversation by L’ÉCOLE Asia Pacific Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm Venue: Meeting room S226-227, HKCEC Organiser: L’ÉCOLE School of Jewelry Arts *Admission is by invitation only
SHOW DAILY by JNA • 21 Day 3 • 20 September 2023 JewelleryNet.com NEWS Master Insights from Extraordinary 40 awardees At the heart of the 40th anniversary celebrations of Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong (JGW) and JNA this year is the Extraordinary 40 (E40) awards programme. Exclusive to JGW’s milestone edition, E40 is a prestigious tribute that honours 40 individuals who have made a profound impact on the jewellery sector over the past decades and whose transformative journeys are an integral part of the fair’s legacy. JGW 2023’s Master Insights series of panel discussions from September 20 to 22 shine the spotlight on the recipients of the E40 awards. The sessions revolve around five topics: Diamonds, coloured gemstones, pearls, jewellery retail and the Greater China market. Today’s session, “From Rough To Brilliant: Charting A Course For An Exciting Future,” features Ahmed Bin Sulayem, executive chairman and CEO of DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre); David Block, CEO of Sarine Technology Group; Dilip Mehta, chairman emeritus of Rosy Blue Alliance; and Lawrence Ma, founding president of the Diamond Federation of Hong Kong, China (DFHK). Tomorrow, the morning session, “The Future Of Coloured Gemstones: Opportunities And Challenges,” will be graced by Clement Sabbagh, director of Ben Sabbagh Bros and former president of the International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA); Damien Cody, director of Cody Opal Australia and president of ICA; Richard W. Hughes, worldrenowned gemmologist, author of the “Ruby & Sapphire” books and founder of Lotus Gemology; and world-class gemstone artist, Victor Tuzlukov. In the afternoon, Le Tri Thong, vice chairperson and CEO of Vietnam’s Phu Nhuan Jewelry Joint Stock Company – PNJ; Prida Tiasuwan, founding chairman of Thailand’s Pranda Jewelry PCL; Daniel Nyfeler, managing director of Gübelin Gem Lab; and Ghanshyam Dholakia, managing director of Hari Krishna Exports will share innovative approaches to retail in the session titled “Bold Retailers, Challenging Markets: Lessons In Success From The Jewellery Industry.” On September 22, Jacques Christophe Branellec, CEO of Jewelmer; Jonathan Cheng, director of Rio Pearl; Robert Wan, founder of Robert Wan Group; Thomas M. Moses, executive vice president and chief laboratory and research officer at the Gemological Institute of America (GIA); Yoshihiro Shimizu, CEO of Hosei and former chairman of the Japan Pearl Exporters’ Association (JPEA); and Zhan Weijian, chairman and general manager of Grace Pearl (HK) Co Ltd will discuss “Pearls Of Wisdom: Trends, Opportunities And Challenges Ahead.” And that afternoon, “The Power Of Storytelling: Winning Over China’s New Generation Of Jewellery Consumers” will feature Kent Wong, managing director of Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group and chairman of The Jewellers’ and Goldsmiths’ Association of Hong Kong Ltd (JGAHK); Dong Bo, president of Kimberlite Diamonds Group; Chrisyta Lin, brand director of CHJ Jewellery; and Mimi Ou Yang, jadeite expert and founder of the Hong Kong Gems Laboratory and HK Institute of Gemmology. See jwawards.com for full list of E40 awardees.
SHOW DAILY by JNA • 22 NEWS JewelleryNet.com Day 3 • 20 September 2023 Published by Informa Markets 17/F, China Resources Building, 26 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong Email: [email protected] JewelleryNet.com Copyright Contents of JGW Show Daily by JNA are protected by copyright. Reproduction of material in part or in whole is not permitted in any form without the written authorisation of the publisher. Printed by Asia One Printing Limited 13/F, Asia One Tower, 8 Fung Yip Street, Chai Wan, Hong Kong SHOW DAILY Associate Publisher & Editor-in-Chief Olivia Quiniquini EDITORIAL Deputy Editor Bernardette Sto. Domingo Assistant Editor Sharon Kwok Assistant Digital Product Manager William Yick ADVERTISING Assistant Director Christine Sinn MARKETING Senior Marketing & Communications Manager Ronny Pang Assistant Marketing & Communications Manager Monica Kwok Marketing & Communications Executive Vincent Wong PRODUCTION Production Manager Jennifer So Senior Designer Eva Kam Assistant Event and Media Service Manager Bonnie Law ADVERTISING REPRESENTATIVES China: Ruby Hu Tel: (86) 20 8666 0158 Email: [email protected] Germany: Liz Dobelmann Tel: (49) 721 384 1881 Email: [email protected] Italy: Mauro Arati Tel: (39) 02048517853 Email: [email protected] Japan: Nobuaki Nito Tel: (81) 3 52961020 Email: [email protected] Taiwan: Rita Hung Tel: (886) 2 2738 3898 Email: [email protected] Thailand: Alongkorn Chanyangarm Tel: (66) 2 036 0500 Email: [email protected] US: Bonnie Chan Tel: (1) 347 906 4693 Email: [email protected] President & CEO – Asia Margaret Ma Connolly Senior Vice President – Asia David Bondi Director of Jewellery Fairs Celine Lau Harnessing creativity Jewellery designers and manufacturers are unveiling their latest collections at Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong (JGW), giving visitors at the show first pick of the freshest and most fashionable styles. Hong Kong-based designer Ken Chan is using JGW as launchpad for his two new collections – Simple Luxury and Integrated, both in 18-karat gold and adorned with diamonds, rubies, sapphires and other coloured gemstones. Simple Luxury consists of dainty feminine jewellery for trendy women, while Integrated features unisex pieces that combine different materials in arresting designs. Chan currently caters to the Hong Kong and East Asian markets and intends to also explore opportunities among European buyers at the show. Walasons Ltd, for its part, is casting the spotlight on two of its signature 18-karat gold jewellery collections. Inspired by Hong Kong’s neon skyline, Colours of Joy relies on enamel and diamonds to create vibrant jewellery pieces with a touch of whimsy. Pieces in the Fascinating Facets Collection, meanwhile, are testaments to the beauty of perfect geometry. Their linear accents and mesmerising curves studded with scintillating diamonds come together in structural harmony in alluring jewellery pieces. “Producing a smooth, silky finish and consistent pastel shades for enamel is often challenging. During the downtime brought about by the pandemic, we focused on perfecting this technique. Today, our finishing for enamel, gold and diamond combinations is among the best in the market,” the company said. Walasons started out in 1992 as a diamond manufacturer and supplier. In 2020, it ventured into jewellery production by setting up a facility in China. Last year, it launched its namesake brand that caters to modern women with classy and elegant jewellery designs. At JGW, the company is looking to connect with brand distributors from the US and Europe to share its unique sense of style with a wider international audience. Southeast Asia is currently its main market. ‘Integrated’ ring by Ken Chan LGDs for high-end jewellery creations Smiling Rocks Ltd is training its sights on jewellery designers and brands seeking good-quality labgrown diamonds (LGDs) as a sustainable substitute in highend luxury jewellery pieces. The LGD manufacturer and supplier aims to touch base with potential customers from Asia and Europe at Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong (JGW). Smiling Rocks remarked, “China is showing greater interest in lab-grown diamonds. JGW provides the perfect opportunity to also connect with buyers from the mainland and further introduce this innovative jewellery product to their market.” Many luxury jewellery designers are likewise testing their markets with LGD collections, providing even more growth avenues for the product category, the company noted. Smiling Rocks is showcasing its extensive range of loose lab-grown diamonds at the AsiaWorld-Expo section of JGW. Lab-grown diamond from Smiling Rocks Ltd ‘Fascinating Facets’ jewellery by Walasons Ltd
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