Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition opens today for its 15th glamorous edition
The 15th edition of the Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition 2018 (DJWE) opened today (21st February) at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), bringing together world-renowned brands and up-and-coming designers in a display of sophisticated timepieces and jewellery collections, and a programme of new activities.
Open to visitors until the 26th of February in the centre of West Bay, this highly-anticipated event features more than 490 local and international prestigious brands, offering a wide range of exceptional jewellery and timepieces.
Visitors can pre-register for their complimentary access to the event at www.djwe.qa, or alternatively
on-site at DECC.
This milestone edition marks 15 years of luxury, glamour and exclusive reveals. Throughout the show’s
sparkling history, DJWE has successfully retained and reinforced its position as a must-visit event for
jewellery aficionados, and as one of the foremost business events held in Qatar.
Even as the Qatari market overcomes exceptional circumstances, DJWE continues to be an established, prominent platform, attracting entrepreneurs and established brands alike from around the world.
Proudly returning to DJWE 2018 is the Young Qatari Designers (YQDs) initiative, held under the
patronage of the HE the Prime Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani. Six talented
Qatari designers will take part in the global platform to present their collections and make their
debuts on the international jewellery scene.
To elevate the local designers and to add to this year’s programme of activities, DJWE has partnered with AlBahie, Qatar’s first auction house, to host a charity auction to benefit Education Above All. Scheduled for 25th February at the DECC, the auction named MILEstones will provide jewellery enthusiasts with the opportunity to bid on unique signature pieces by the Young Qatari Designers to celebrate the 15th edition of DJWE.
This year’s event will also incorporate a new one-day Forum featuring seminars on 22nd February at
the Shangri-La hotel Doha, offering behind the scenes access to the luxurious world of jewellery and
watches.
The event will allow attendees to share their passions and will encourage knowledge-sharing
from emerging and established international and local designers, and enthusiasts alike. Spaces for the
DJWE Forum are limited so pre-registration is recommended via www.djwe.qa.
In addition, for the first time, visitors can take part in a complimentary fine jewellery
workshop led by master craftsman, showcasing the delicate art of making jewellery.
Visitors can also attend the daily DJWE Majlis Talks, that will host informal discussions for 12 persons from the local community to attend, hosted by industry professionals and experts.
Attendees looking for a keepsake from this year’s 15 th edition can join in the fun at the Ooredoo photo booth, offering a take away, shareable animated GIF image on a customised background of their choice.
Upon popular demand, French watchmaking expert Objectif Horlogerie returns to host daily
complimentary watchmaking sessions, offering enthusiasts a diploma into the precision and
complexity of handcrafting timepieces. International watches experts Artcurial, are also providing watch
collectors with daily free consultations and valuations.
In addition, DJWE is welcoming, for the 15th consecutive year, Qatar-based premium jewellers, AlFardan Jewellery Company, Ali Bin Ali Group, Al Majed Jewellery, Amiri Gems WLL, and Fifty One East, who are returning to present their unique, world-class collections.
Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition 2018 is organised by Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) and
delivered by Auditoire. To view the full programme and to register for DJWE activities, please visit:
www.djwe.qa/activities-programme/.
Opening Times:
Wednesday 21 February: 2:30pm – 10pm
Thursday 22 February: 12pm – 10pm
Friday 23 February: 4pm – 10pm
Saturday 24 February: 12pm – 10pm
Sunday 25 February : 12pm – 10pm
Monday 26 February: 12pm – 10pm
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Images used are for illustrative purposes, and were taken at the 2013 DJWE.
Image credits: Cover image - Quinting/loupiosity.com; inline image 2 - Flower of Immortality/loupiosity.
