Mappin and Webb opens flagship jewelry showroom in Manchester

Mappin and Webb has opened its largest showroom so far in Manchester, as a part of a wider funding by mum or dad firm the Watches of Switzerland Group.

The shop is positioned in a Grade II listed constructing in St Ann’s Sq., inside a conservation space that was as soon as the town’s jewelry quarter. The shopfront has been restored in keeping with the unique construction, together with its distinctive pink façade.

Protecting 700 sq. metres throughout two flooring, the showroom brings collectively a spread of luxurious jewelry manufacturers below one roof. Amongst these featured are De Beers, opening its first boutique outdoors London, Italian designer Roberto Coin, and American model David Yurman, whose UK assortment will likely be obtainable solely within the retailer.

The showroom additionally carries items from Chopard, Messika, FOPE, Fabergé and Mappin and Webb’s personal assortment overseen by the Crown Jeweller. A pre-owned jewelry vary from Watches of Switzerland can also be being launched within the area.

The event contains hospitality areas similar to a lounge, bar and personal procuring rooms designed to encourage longer visits.

Craig Bolton, UK president at Watches of Switzerland, mentioned: “This new showroom represents a pivotal second for the Watches of Switzerland Group. The area reinforces the model’s standing as a custodian of custom and trendy improvements, and we’re thrilled to be bringing this expertise to Manchester.

“St Ann’s Sq., lengthy thought to be Manchester’s historic jewelry quarter, offers the perfect setting for this imaginative and prescient. This opening marks a flagship funding by the Watches of Switzerland Group in Manchester, signalling long-term dedication to multi-brand luxurious retail.”