Jeweler Rebrands as De Beers London
February 19, 25
(IDEX Online) - De Beers Jewellers has rebranded as De Beers London in a move designed to emphasize its links with one of the world's fashion and luxury capitals.
And is launching a new brand campaign, fronted by British fashion model, actress and mental health activist Adwoa Aboah (pictured).
"De Beers Group has been the pioneering diamond expert since 1888, and De Beers London draws on this rich heritage through bold and elegant jewellery that's inspired by the nature of Africa and transformed with London's energy and artistic spirit," the company said as it announced the rebranding.
Aboah, 32, who has has modeled for Calvin Klein, Fendi, DKNY, Alexander Wang, H&M, and Versace in the past, wears pieces from the Talisman collection - combining rough and polished diamonds - and the Enchanted Lotus collection in the new campaign for De Beers London.
De Beers Diamond Jewellers was established in 2001 as a 50:50 joint venture with LVMH, the French luxury goods company. It was renamed De Beers Jewellers in 2017 when De Beers Group acquired the LVMH share, and as of now it is known as De Beers London.
"Building value through scale with De Beers London is a key part of De Beers Group's Origins strategy and this evolution will help us to reinforce our unique position as the only luxury jewellery house with direct access to natural diamonds at source, " De Beers said. "As such, it is a pivotal step in our journey to build a strong portfolio of brands."