Cartier

A symbol of timeless elegance

Cartier is not just a jewelry brand, it is the epitome of luxury and sophistication, with a legendary history spanning more than a century and a half. Founded in 1847 in Paris by jeweler Louis-Francois Cartier, the fashion house has become a symbol of impeccable style and craftsmanship. Today, Cartier continues to set the standard in the world of jewelry and watchmaking, staying true to its historical roots and innovative spirit under the leadership of CEO Cyrille Vigneron.

Perfection in every Cartier detail

The brand is known for its ability to combine classic elegance with innovative ideas. Cartier's philosophy is to constantly strive for perfection, paying attention to the smallest details and using only carefully selected materials of the highest quality. Each accessory has an exclusive status of luxury goods, on which jewelry specialists carefully work, creating collections for those who above all appreciate the original products, comfort, unique style and exquisite appearance. The price of Cartier jewelry fully justifies the status and luxury that these incredible accessories bring.

Cartier has embedded in its DNA the values and principles of:

• Classics and innovation: a harmonious blend of traditional jewelry techniques and contemporary designs, creating timeless classics as well as innovative, avant-garde works of art.
• Universality: creating jewelry and watches that are perfect for any occasion and style, be it a gala or everyday life.
• Exclusivity: the use of rare and precious stones, unique materials and unusual designs that make each Cartier original a work of art.

The brand's hallmarks are as follows:

• The legendary Panthere collection with its panther silhouette, which has come to symbolize strength, elegance and independence.
• The iconic Cartier Love bracelet, representing eternal love and devotion for a long time.
• The Tank watch, inspired by the sleek lines of World War I tanks, combining elegance and functionality.

From a small workshop to a huge Empire

The roots that the Cartier brand has begin in 1847, when Louis-François Cartier, a talented jeweler, took over the workshop of his teacher Adolphe Picard. This moment was the beginning of the creation of the history of one of the most influential jewelry houses in the world.

1. 1853: Cartier opens its first boutique on the rue Neuve de Petit Chan, attracting the attention of the Parisian aristocracy, and a little later, in 1856, Princess Mathilde, niece of Napoleon I, buys some jewelry from Cartier, which brings the firm recognition and, of course, popularity.
2. 1899: The brand moves to Rue de la Paix 13, where their headquarters are located to this day.
3. Early 20th century: Under the leadership of Louis-François' grandsons, Pierre, Jacques and Louis Cartier, the brand goes international, opening Cartier stores in London in 1902 and New York. Two years later, in 1904, Louis creates the first Santos wristwatch for his aviator friend Alberto Santos-Dumont. This watch was a revolution in the world of watchmaking, replacing the awkward pocket watch with a comfortable wrist version.
4. In 1906, Cartier introduced the Tonneau model watch. Its barrel-shaped silhouette symbolized the brand's commitment to artistic creativity and experimentation, and 6 years later in 1912, the Baignoire, which translates as "bathtub" and accurately describes this complex oval shape, and the Tortue, whose case resembles a tortoise shell, were introduced.
5. 1912: The Tank watch appears, inspired by the design of tanks from the First World War, which became a symbol of elegance and masculinity.
6. 1920s: Cartier creates the famous Tutti Frutti jewelry, inspired by the bright colors and exotic motifs of Indian jewelry.
7. 1933: Talented designer Jeanne Toussaint becomes Cartier's Creative Director and creates the legendary Panthere collection, making the panther the brand's symbol.
8. In 1963, the LOVE bracelet is created. Incredibly popular bracelet LOVE for the fashion house Cartier created Italian designer Also Cipullo. Interestingly, this design was inspired by the medieval girdle of allegiance. The bracelet was created for a couple and was initially sold for two people. Today, the bracelet can also be purchased as an individual piece. LOVE is made of solid gold and comes with a small gold screwdriver so that you can remove and put on the bracelet. Although according to the designer's idea, this bracelet does not need to be removed, but can be in it all the time.
9. 1970s: Cartier stores become part of the large Richemont Group corporation, furthering Cartier's development and its entry into new markets.

As for our time, Cartier continues to create masterpieces of jewelry and watchmaking, remaining a symbol of luxury, elegance and impeccable craftsmanship, carrying on the original tradition while remaining an innovative brand with a history.

Where to buy an original Cartier brand?

With a wide selection of Cartier products in Kiev you can create a unique image that will emphasize your individuality. At the moment it is hard to find original Cartier products in Ukraine, as the brand is quite famous and has a lot of fakes.

To protect yourself and wear only the original, buy products at Domino, among our range you will find:

1. Jewelry - collections of popular bracelets, unique rings and necklaces, as well as luxurious earrings.
2. Watches - classic, rounded or rectangular watches with geometric designs, suitable for everyday wear and creating a stylish look.
3. Accessories - sunglasses with branded design, as well as bags and belts made of genuine leather and other high quality materials.

Buying Cartier original in Domino, you get quality service and fast delivery in Ukraine. Visit our boutiques in Kiev and Odessa to try on and buy a stylish Cartier accessory right now!