About Swarovski

Our Story

Since 1895, founder Daniel Swarovski’s mastery of crystal cutting has defined the company. His enduring passion for innovation and design has made it the world’s premier jewelry and accessory brand. Today, the family carries on the tradition of delivering extraordinary everyday style to women around the world.

Craftmanship & Mastery

Creativity

From inspiration brief to collection launch, Swarovski’s creative process is uniquely prolific. With a focus on trend curation, design, and meaningful branding, every piece tells a story and embodies over 125 years of mastered craftsmanship. The continuous evolution of material and technique makes Swarovski the leader of crystal cut creations.

Know-How

New cuts, shades, and sizes are conceived and realized every day in the historical Wattens headquarters, pushing the boundaries of crystal. Swarovski’s know-how not only focuses on refining the crystal, it also explores methods that make the most incredible pieces possible. Beading, pavé, bezel, and prong settings are some of the techniques used to enhance the sparkle and create exquisite refinement.

Quality

Swarovski crystal settings come to life through our proprietary techniques such as Pointiage®, which lend an ultra-precise quality to work done by hand. Our attention to detail ensures that each and every piece will always be made of the highest quality. This expertise is infused in every step of the creative process, from initial design sketches through assembly.

Heritage

Design Culture

In 1891, Daniel Swarovski’s vision was to create “a diamond for everyone”. He invented an electric machine that cut more accurately than ever before, marking the beginning of a new era for crystal. From American jazz halls to Parisian couture houses, dresses dripped with beads and Swarovski crystals, reflecting the excitement of the 1920s.

Creative Dialogue

Inspired by decades of creative collaborations and expertise, Swarovski opened its first boutique in the 1980s. The world’s fascination with a new brand of jewellery and crystal figurines began. With the introduction of the annual limited-edition Christmas ornament, a new tradition was born for collectors around the world.

Crystal Forest

For over 35 years, Swarovski has captivated the world with unique pieces like the Nirvana cocktail ring, the Slake bracelet and its signature Swiss movement watches. In 2008, the magical 'Crystal Forest' interior design was implemented in stores worldwide, welcoming shoppers to an architectural crystal wonderland.

Swarovski History

An Austrian economic historian was commissioned by the Swarovski family to write a book about Daniel Swarovski, the company’s founder, covering his life from 1862 to 1956. The family guaranteed the historian complete autonomy in his research, ensuring that his work was conducted without any influence or limitations. To aid in his investigation, the family provided unrestricted access to their archives. The book, titled “Es hätte können, alles ganz anders kommen….”, will be published by Böhlau in 2025.
While we cannot eradicate history, we can make sure that we learn from it, ensuring that our actions today are a force for good and drive positive change. Swarovski proudly and firmly stands for peace and humanity. Our mission is to make the world shine bright, which includes the light that comes from tolerance, inclusivity, and kindness. Should you have any questions on the topic, you can contact us at
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Explore our new stores. In 2021, Creative Director Giovanna Engelbert's vision comes to life in our new store concept, with an explosive approach to color, size and styling. Come wonder in our imaginary world, where science and magic meet.

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