This year’s Couture show saw buyers feeling energized by the newness at the show and while the Couture sees around 4,000 buyers and media walk the show floor, as designer Anita Ko put it, “The buyers come see the show and mingle, and the orders…well, that comes later.“
What types of pieces have you seen your customers gravitate toward this past year? Our customers tend to gravitate to casual luxury pieces across all price points and unique design and stone color combinations also draw them in. Any additional thoughts overall? We saw a great amount of newness from every designer at Couture this year.What types of pieces have you seen your customer gravitate toward this past year? I’ve seen our customer base gravitate toward bigger bolder pieces. More one of a kind, personalized and sentimental.
What were your favorite collections? Among the most notable this year were Irene Neuwirth , Nikos Koulis , Vram , Foundrae , Anita Ko , and Fernando Jorge . The common denominator among all of these vendors is that year after year their new collections are stronger than the year before. Trends? Lots of color. Pieces that do tricks or have multiple functions: Anna Maccieri had pendants that have a moving scene based on time or Robinson Pelham have classic links that can add pave diamond or colored sapphire pieces to them. A lot of single earrings and charms with more sophistication.
What types of pieces have you seen your customer gravitate toward this past year? Our customers have devoured necklaces and are finding every spot possible to add a short, medium or longer chain necklace, pendant or beads. A “layer and mix” look is in our DNA and our customers have followed us as we create a true neck mess. The most flattering comment at Couture was that we had the best neck mess of everyone. It’s both fun and empowering.
What types of pieces have you seen your customer gravitate toward this past year? Gold chains, diamonds and hoops. Where she used to buy more for every day, there has been a shift toward statement and a willingness to invest in a bigger, brighter and bolder piece. I am also seeing our customers gravitate less toward recognizable jewelry and more toward that which poses the question “where did you find that and who is the designer?” It’s a more emotional purchase.