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Red Carpet Catalogue 2010 6/9/2010 It has now become a well-established ritual: each year since the 60th anniversary of the Cannes Film Festival, Caroline Gruosi-Scheufele rolls out a new High Jewellery collection directly inspired by movie stars. Adorning the world’s greatest actresses during the famous mounting of the steps ceremony, these daring and poetic creations lend a unique glow to the red carpet of the Palais des Festivals. The major creation in the new Red Carpet collection is undoubtedly a necklace featuring sparkling water lilies. Aptly named Nymphéa, this titanium piece entirely set with diamonds, sapphires and tanzanites – 6,200 stones in all – sets the scene for an amazing dance of aquatic plants and jellyfish. The delicate match between gemstones and materials such as gold and titanium gives rise to a superbly subtle array of colours ranging from light purple through Prussian blue and faded blue to pristine white. Chopard invites you to discover the online Red Carpet Collection 2010 catalogue. The new 1000 Miglia watch 5/6/2010 On the occasion of the Mille Miglia race, Chopard has launched a new 1000 Miglia watch called 1000 Miglia GT XL Chrono 2010. This model is distinguished by a generous 44 mm case in stainless steel or 18-carat rose gold, framing a vintage-style dial reminiscent of vintage sports car dashboards. The 1000 Miglia GT XL Chrono 2010 is equally impeccable from a technical standpoint. Its mechanical self-winding movement beating at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (4Hz) is visible through the transparent case-back. Chronometer-certified by the COSC, it features a 46-hour power reserve. The Mille Miglia GT XL Chrono 2010 is available in a limited and numbered edition of 2010 in stainless steel or in a limited and numbered edition of 250 in 18-carat rose gold. More information on www.chopard.com/1000miglia/ Discover the 2010 edition The Grand Prix de Monaco Historique chronograph presented on the occasion of the 7th edition perfectly combines classical lines with a sporty look. It is distinguished by its generous 42.50 mm diameter case, water-resistant to 50 metres. Its powerful, classical lines house a mechanical self-winding chronograph movement which is chronometer-certified by the COSC (Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute), a guarantee of absolute precision. More information on www.chopard.com/gpmh Chopard celebrates its 150th anniversary in 2010 Created in 1860 in the small village of Sonvilier by Louis-Ulysse Chopard, Chopard has now become one of the leading brands in the high-end watch and jewellery industry. Entirely independent, Chopard is pursuing a time-honoured family tradition. Karl Scheufele and his wife Karin have orchestrated the company’s international development for more than 40 years (they bought the company in 1963) and are still active in the firm. Their two children are its current co-presidents: Caroline Gruosi-Scheufele is responsible for the ladies’ collections and high jewellery, while her brother Karl-Friedrich Scheufele manages the gents’ collections and the Chopard Manufacture in Fleurier, the production site of L.U.C movements. Many projects and events have been prepared in order to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the brand and to commemorate this success story. Subscribe now to the Chopard newsletter for being informed during this exceptional year or visit the Chopard website on a regular basis.