Tiffany

Tiffany has long recognized the challenge and complexity of abtaining precious materials that have been mined, processed and crafted into finished jewelry in ways that are environmentally and socially responsible. It is their goal to have a clear understanding of the origins of all the materials contained in their creations so that they can best meet the challenge.

To ensure the intergrity of their supply chain, Tiffany creat Laurelton Diamonds, a wholly owned subsidiary that procures rough diamonds and manages their worldwide supply chain that sources, cuts, polishes and supplies finished stones to Tiffany. Laurelton Diamonds sources diamonds from known sources across the globe, primarily in Africa, Canada and Russia.

In creating Laurelton Diamonds, Tiffany recognized early on that diamond producing countries want, and indeed deserve, to benefit from their diamond resources. They wholeheartedly support the process of producer country“beneficiation”. They believe that diamond activities should be used to further develop and sustain economies, to creat employment opportunities and to support the broader social goals of communities and nations. They think it is their responsibility to contribute to the effort.

This Jean Schlumberger’s rendition of an “X,” the popular symbol of love. Ring in 18k gold with green enamel and round brilliant diamonds in platinum. Carat total weight .85. $4,900. One of the Tiffany Celebration Rings.

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It is almost Father’s Day and many of us are still scrambling around trying to choose the perfect gift for him. What does he want? What does he need? What can we buy? We can spend hours in shops asking ourselves these questions. There is another way to select the perfect gift but it involves changing our perception of what gift giving is all about.

The problem is that we think about giving gifts as the exchange of physical objects. A useful alternative is to think of a gift as communication. When you give a gift to someone, what you are actually doing is speaking to them. You buy, make or discover a gift that says something to the receiver. They receive the gift, and if they are perceptive, they understand your message. Of course this is obvious, but somehow we forget it when we go to choose gifts. We focus first on the object or the need, then check what message it conveys.

You may have realised gifts are communication when someone gives you a gift and you are instantly aware of what it says. Some gifts communicate distance, others intimacy. Some say ” I love your creativity”, others “You should look after yourself”. Some are downright insulting. What gifts communicate is seldom attached to their price tag or their prestige. Some of the gifts that I have appreciated the most have been practically free for the giver to arrange for me, but have said so much that they have been immensely valuable.

Here are some more gifts for Father’s Day from Tiffany. Do you want them?

Sailboat Bank in Sterling silver. 8.25 high. $1,975.

If he likes to do some smoke to release the pressure. I think this Cigar tube in sterling silver 6.25 ‘’high may be a nice present. And it will take you $325.

The modern designs that are making waves. Retractable pen in sterling silver with blue enamel. Original dsigns copyrighted by Paloma Picasso. $295. It’s a great gift for a business father.

This Plain tie bar is so simple, but natural. Sterling silver.$ 75. I think it can match most of the ties.

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The Father’s Day is celebrated to honor our fathers for everything they do for us through out their life. The holiday always falls on the 3rd Sunday of June in Canada, U.K. and United States. In 2009, Fathers Day will be celebrated on June 21st. Father’s Day 2010 will be celebrated on Sunday, June 20th, 2010. In Australia, Father’s Day is celebrated on the First Sunday in September.

When I think back to my childhood, I remember the special moments I spent with my father. My father showed me the loving image of what a dad should be. A father is one of the two most important people in a child’s life. He is looked up to and respected, but more often than not, fathers are forgotten or don’t receive the recognition they deserve. This makes Father’s Day the perfect opportunity to say thank you. Gifts are a part of Father’s Day. Sometimes it’s difficult to find the perfect gift. But in my mind, finding a gift is quite simple; just think of all the activities your father enjoys, then surprise him by planning a full day together. The gift will show your appreciation, but it’s the time spent together that will be the icing on the cake.

Tiffany offers some choise of Father’s Day gift. Maybe it will be helpful for one. I just collect these information for my personal interesting. Just want to share it with you.

Tiffany Moderne Cufflinks. Geometric and oh so modern. Cuff links in sterling silver. $195

There is no shape more complete, more eternal, than a circle. Cuff links in 18k gold. Original designs copyrighted by Elsa Peretti. $1,450

The starfish evokes life beneath the waves and in the celestial heavens. Cuff links in sterling silver with round brilliant diamonds. Original designs copyrighted by Elsa Peretti.  $550

There is an inner energy in this deceptively simple shape. Cuff links in brushed sterling silver. Copyrighted designs. $275

Sculptural discs, fluid in form. Cuff links in sterling silver. Copyrighted designs. $250

The bean represents the origin of all things. Cuff links in 18k gold. Original designs copyrighted by Elsa Peretti. $1,800.

Aha, its enough today. I will collect more about the Tiffany Father’s Day gift next week.

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Tiffany & Co. is a holding company that operates through its subsidiary companies (”Company”). The Company’s principal subsidiary, Tiffany and Company, is a jeweler and specialty retailer, whose merchandise offerings include an extensive selection of jewelry (87% of net sales in fiscal 2008), as well as timepieces, sterling silverware, china, crystal, stationery, fragrances and accessories. Through Tiffany and Company and other subsidiaries, the Company is engaged in product design, manufacturing and retailing activities. Tiffany was founded in 1837 when Charles Lewis Tiffany opened a store in downtown Manhattan. Today, more than 200 TIFFANY & CO. stores and boutiques serve customers around the world.

The Company’s key growth strategies are: to selectively expand its channels of distribution in important markets around the world without compromising the long-term value of the TIFFANY & CO. trademark; to increase sales in existing stores by developing new products; to increase its control over product supply and achieve improved profit margins through direct diamond sourcing and internal jewelry manufacturing; to enhance customer awareness through marketing and public relations programs; and to provide customer service that ensures a superior shopping experience. The Company’s shares are traded on The New York Stock Exchange with the symbol TIF. Headquartered in New York, Tiffany has more than 8,000 employees around the world. Father’s day is coming this weekend. Tiffany delivery some beautiful gifts to fathers.

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