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Women Leaders Driving the Luxury Renaissance

How Female Leaders Are Redefining the Future of Luxury Watches & Jewellery. A powerful new era emerges as top global maisons embrace female leadership, reshaping strategy, creativity, and the future of billion-dollar luxury empires.

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For decades, the world of fine jewellery and luxury watchmaking has dazzled with feminine allure—yet the boardrooms steering these global luxury giants remained largely dominated by men. While women have always been the heart of the industry as consumers, muses, and creative inspirations. Today, that narrative is being rewritten.

Across the globe, luxury watch and jewellery houses are witnessing a historic shift: women are increasingly taking centre stage as CEOs, artistic directors, and decision-makers, steering strategy and shaping the future of some of the world’s most iconic brands. This rise of female leadership is not just a symbolic change—it’s redefining the creative and commercial landscape of the luxury sector.

A Spotlight on Powerful Women Shaping the Industry

Here are some of the remarkable women redefining the luxury frontier:

Caroline Scheufele, Co-President & Artistic Director, Chopard

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The creative force behind some of Chopard’s most iconic collections, Caroline Scheufele blends heritage with modernity, championing craftsmanship and sustainability.

Ilaria Resta, CEO, Audemars Piguet

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With her dynamic leadership and consumer-centric vision, Ilaria Resta is guiding the watchmaking powerhouse into a new era of relevance and cultural presence.

Catherine Rénier, CEO, Van Cleef & Arpels

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Known for her strategic elegance, Catherine Rénier is strengthening the maison’s identity through poetic storytelling and exceptional artistry.

Laura Burdese, Deputy CEO, Bvlgari

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plays a pivotal role in steering Bvlgari’s global expansion, bringing a strategic, bold approach to one of the most recognisable luxury brands.

Sabina Belli, CEO, Pomellato

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A champion of women empowerment, Sabina Belli is credited with elevating Pomellato’s identity as a modern, fashion-forward jewellery brand with deep Milanese roots.

Hélène Poulit-Duquesne, CEO, Boucheron

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Her leadership has pushed Boucheron into an exciting contemporary phase, blending innovation with emotional storytelling and bold design.

A Shift That Goes Beyond Leadership

This rise of women in top leadership roles is influencing every facet of the luxury jewellery ecosystem:

  • Design philosophies are evolving with deeper emotional narratives, inclusivity, and modern cultural relevance.
  • Brand strategies increasingly reflect values like sustainability, authenticity, and empowerment.
  • Consumer engagement is becoming more experiential, storytelling-driven, and globally attuned.

These executives are not simply filling leadership positions—they are reshaping the definition of luxury itself.

The New Blueprint for the Future

The ascent of female leaders marks a pivotal moment for an industry long shaped by tradition. Their vision is ushering in a new era where creativity meets strategic innovation, and where luxury houses embrace contemporary values without compromising on heritage.

The future of luxury watches and jewellery is being rewritten—and women are holding the pen.

As global maisons continue to embrace this transformation, one thing is certain: the industry is entering its most exciting chapter yet, driven by the creativity, clarity, and leadership of exceptional women at the helm.

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Gifting That Lasts – How Gold and Silver Coins Bridge Heritage and Modern Life

Ketan Kothari , Director of Augmont

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Most people think of gifting gold and silver as a nod to nostalgia. In reality, it’s one of the few traditions that has outperformed every modern “smart” gift you can name. Long before fintech apps and inflation charts, Indian households treated these metals as portable wealth, a hedge against uncertainty, and a quiet transfer of wisdom from one generation to the next. That logic has not aged a day; rather, it remains even more relevant in a world where assets can be compromised with a password reset.

Ketan Kothari , Director of Augmont

What has changed is the way these coins look and live in our lives. Classic Lakshmi – Ganesh motifs now share space with clean, contemporary designs that feel at home in a digital world. The modern take on it makes each piece both timeless and current. Every coin carries its own story, turning family milestones into tangible memories while steadily gaining value as gold and silver prices continue to climb year after year. It is beauty and intrinsic value in one small disc. It is a heritage you can hold, and an investment built to last across generations.

Augmont brings this legacy to life with coins that pair high purity with artistry that honors tradition while embracing today’s aesthetic, offering a gift as enduring as the heritage it represents.

Why Choose Augmont Coins?

1. A Range That Resonates
From divine Lakshmi–Ganesh motifs to limited editions and unique designs in 24K and 22K gold and silver, Augmont offers a variety that suits every occasion. Each coin is crafted to celebrate moments that matter, whether personal milestones or festive rituals.

2. Stories Encased in Metal
These coins carry meaning at multiple levels. Many are tied to festivals, family traditions, or commemorative events, reimagining each piece as a memory that endures alongside its value.

3. Quality That Lasts Generations
Augmont coins are designed with precision and aim to withstand time. Their enduring craftsmanship ensures they remain beautiful keepsakes, ready to be passed down as family heirlooms while preserving their shine and value.

4. Trust You Can Hold
Every coin comes with 999 purity, BIS-certified refinery credentials, and secure packaging. Rigorous minting checks and transparent authenticity measures make each coin a reliable investment as well as a meaningful gift.

5. Versatility Across Life and Legacy
Whether it’s for a festival, a milestone, a special reward, or just a smart personal investment, Augmont coins fit naturally into the moment, carrying both meaning and value without ever feeling out of place.

6. A Legacy of Trust
Trusted by thousands of jewellers and millions of users across the country, Augmont coins have become a choice people rely on, not just for their value, but for the assurance they carry.

How Tradition Meets Technology

1. Timed for Auspicious Moments
Gold and silver coins remain the benchmark for occasions like Diwali, Akshaya Tritiya, and other auspicious events. With digital and quick-commerce platforms, these timeless gifts can now be bought and gifted instantly, without compromising the ritual.

2. Convenience Of Payment
UPI-enabled transactions bring efficiency without losing the emotional value of gifting.

3. A Platform Built for Today
Platforms like Augmont make it easy to combine tradition with today’s convenience, whether it’s setting up Gold/Silver SIPs, picking Gold/Silver coins online, storing them securely, or redeeming as per convenience. The old and the new come together without missing a beat.

Gold and silver coins have a way of staying with us long after the festival. They become part of the stories families live and share. A coin given at Diwali, added to a wedding trousseau, or exchanged to mark a milestone, holds memories, celebrates relationships, and marks achievements. Over the years, these coins carry the weight of tradition, the joy of moments lived, and the reassurance of foresight. By bringing the past into the present, they turn every gift into something personal, lasting, and truly memorable.

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