Entdecken Sie die Geschichte von Swarovski, von der Gründung des österreichischen Hauses über wichtige Meilensteine bis hin zum reichen Erbe in der Welt der Mode, des Schmucks und der Popkultur.
1895
Daniel Swarovski erfindet eine Maschine, die Kristalle mit einer bisher unerreichten Präzision schleifen kann.
1900
Daniel draws a sequence of diagrams - Article 1 to Article 6 - that come to define a lexicon of crystal cuts. Daniel takes this lexicon to Wattens in Austria, Swarovski’s country of origin, and they become the first crystals put into production. Article 7 to Article 12 make up his second lexicon of original crystal cuts.
Article 1-6, and Article 7-12.
1950s
Swarovski collaborates with couturiers, who are inspired by the creative possibilities of its ever-evolving materials. After a trip to see the Northern Lights, Daniel creates a coating that emulates the changing colors of the natural phenomenon. Christian Dior was the first designer to discover this effect and used it in one of his last collections in 1957.
1970s
A factory technician in Wattens glues spare chandelier parts together to create a crystallized mouse, which becomes the first Swarovski figurine. Initially, it is gifted to 1000 Swarovski employees, but quickly becomes so popular that it goes on sale at the XII Winter Olympic Games in Innsbruck in 1976. Its popularity leads to a new line of nature-inspired figurines.
1980
Swarovski begins a long-lasting relationship with the Palace of Versailles, recreating the monumental crystal chandelier to illuminate the Sun King’s Chamber. The piece has a distinctly 17th century aesthetic - it features innovative crystal LED candles, which flawlessly replicate a traditional flame, lending a unique ambience to the royal apartments.
1989
1989 lancierte Swarovski eine Couture-Kollektion namens Daniel Swarovski Paris, benannt nach dem Gründer des Unternehmens. Die aufwendig gestaltete Kollektion ist mit Kristallen versehen und nur in limitierter Stückzahl erhältlich.
1995
Swarovski Kristallwelten eröffnen anlässlich des hundertjährigen Firmenjubiläums in Wattens, Österreich. Der Multimediakünstler AndrééHeller schuf einen einzigartigen und magischen Ort, der Millionen von Besuchern aus aller Welt anzieht. Kristalle werden in all ihren transformativen Facetten zelebriert, und jedes Jahr erweitern zahlreiche Kollaborationen mit Künstlern, insbesondere in der Wunderkammer, die Grenzen der Kreativität.
Der Riese
UndéDas zentrale Thema von André Heller für die Swarovski Kristallwelten war die Gestalt des Riesen. Er entwickelte die Geschichte eines Riesen, der sich aufmachte, die Welt der Kristalle mit all ihren Schätzen und Wundern zu entdecken.
2004
Swarovski verleiht den Festtagen einen Hauch von Glanz und krönt zum ersten Mal den legendären Weihnachtsbaum am Rockefeller Center. Als Beginn einer jährlichen Tradition erstrahlte der Swarovski Stern des Jahres 2004 mit drei Metern Höhe und 25.000 brillantweißen Kristallen. Eine magische Ergänzung der Skyline von New York City.
2007
Die 79. Oscar-Verleihung zeigte dem Publikum die wahre Bedeutung von Brillanz. Erstmals bildet ein funkelnder Kristallvorhang die Kulisse für die Hollywood-Stars. Der Swarovski Kristallvorhang ist 10 Meter hoch, wiegt über eine Tonne und besteht aus 50.000 einzelnen Kristallen.
2013
Gabriel Chandelier
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Swarovski joins forces with Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec to create the Gabriel Chandelier, a permanent artwork illuminating the main entrance at the Palace of Versailles. Over 12 meters high and incorporating 800 Swarovski crystals innovatively lit with luminous LEDs, this contemporary yet majestic piece is both a technical feat and an enduring tribute to the crystallized chandeliers that historically adorned the Palace’s ceremonial rooms.
© Studio Bouroullec
© Studio Bouroullec
Swarovski Foundation
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‘To achieve lasting change, you must think not only of yourself but also of others’ - Daniel Swarovski.
The Swarovski Foundation was established to bring focus to our founder’s philosophy and the brand’s historical commitment to philanthropy. It supports charitable organizations and initiatives to achieve positive social and environmental impact. The Swarovski Foundation's mission is to promote sustainable livelihoods through education to reduce inequality through education. The focus is on Equity, Water, and Creativity, and there are three key initiatives, Waterschool, Creatives for Our Future and Action Fund.
2018
A 21st century Crystal Workshop opens in Wattens, Austria. Swarovski Manufaktur is a space for inspiration, co-creation, craftsmanship, and savoir-faire, stimulating innovation using new technologies and aligning creative visionary processes.
2019
Swarovski develops a new type of crystal to create six fountains on the Champs-Élysées in Paris. The rotating installations by the Bouroullec brothers feature 3,060 crystals in a dreamlike display of movement and light.
© Studio Bouroullec
© Studio Bouroullec
2020
The Swarovski Foundation announces its new Creatives for Our Future program, a global mentorship and grant program designed with an advisor from the United Nations Office for Partnerships, to identify and accelerate the next generation of creative leaders in sustainability.
2021
This year marks a bold new creative vision with the appointment of the House’s first ever Global Creative Director. Giovanna Engelbert joins to develop a deeper visual expression and creative language for Swarovski. The global roll out of a new sensorial store concept, Instant Wonder, follows, along with a modern new aesthetic expressed in Swarovski’s brand colors, and a streamlined Swarovski Swan logo.
Creators Lab
A new program of creative collaborations launches to push the boundaries of design and craftsmanship, while celebrating Swarovski Crystals. Creators Lab is a natural evolution reflecting the Austrian House’s long heritage of influence in fashion, film, theater and music, and history of championing creativity. The first brands to enter the new Swarovski Creators Lab are Nike, MA®KET, Amina Muaddi, Judith Leiber and FAO Schwarz.
Build-A-Bear
Build-A-Bear s’est uni au Swarovski Creators Lab pour créer une édition limitée d’objets de collection ornés de cristaux Swarovski.
Swarovski x Liberal Youth Ministry
Le Creators Lab poursuit son exploration des horizons créatifs, cultivant l’art de la collaboration qui caractérise Swarovski depuis ses origines. L’esprit jeune et l’approche progressiste de Swarovski trouvent un écho naturel chez Liberal Youth Ministry (LYM), dont chaque création rend hommage à l’universalité de la jeunesse.
Stuart Weitzman
Cue the celebrations as Stuart Weitzman enters the Creators Lab, just in time for party season. Combining precision craftsmanship with extravagant embellishment, the Stuart Power Shine pump pairs its new 75mm Stuart Power heels with over 6,000 Swarovski Crystals. Designed to catch the light with every step, this spectacular shoe invites you to stand tall and let your confidence shine.
2022
New Chambers of Wonder are introduced regularly to Kristallwelten. James Turrell - who as an artist is considered a “magician of light” - creates Umbra, a moving light and color installation that appeals to all the senses.
2023
Swarovski is a protagonist of pop culture, and Swarovski Crystals are sprinkled throughout pop culture history. 2023 is another stellar year for the House as it makes the most creative events, and celebrities, shine.
Illuminating Pop Culture
Doja Cat dazzled at the Schiaparelli Haute Couture SS23 Show, with 30,000 crimson Swarovski crystals hand-applied by makeup artist Pat McGrath. The five-hour process created a stunning transformation, merging aesthetic subversion with pure glamour.
Illuminating Pop Culture
Swarovski Crystals play a significant role in Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour, lighting up the custom looks of the world’s top designers.
Illuminating Pop Culture
Harry Styles stunned at the Grammys in a custom EGONLAB jumpsuit made from Swarovski Crystal Mesh, featuring 250,000 crystals in nine colors. Handmade in Paris over 150 hours, the dazzling outfit highlighted his creativity, individuality, and star power.
Kolekcija Swarovski Created Diamonds Galaxy
Galaxy je prva kolekcija finega nakita z diamanti Swarovski Created Diamonds, ki jo je oblikovala globalna kreativna direktorica Giovanna Engelbert. Vsak dizajn je izdelan iz laboratorijsko gojenih diamantov, ki imajo certifikat inštituta IGI (International Gemological Institute) in so v vseh pogledih 100-odstotno enaki naravnim diamantom, razen po izvoru.
Swarovski on Fifth
V novi prodajalni na newyorški Peti aveniji se na dveh razkošnih nadstropjih odkriva svet radostne ekstravagance in kristalnih čudes. Zahvaljujoč paleti prepoznavnih odtenkov hiše v kombinaciji z bogatimi, teksturnimi površinami je prodajalna v New Yorku prava poslastica za čute, v katero se lahko povsem potopite.
2024
Leto novosti za hišo, med katermi sta imenovanje globalne ambasadorke blagovne znamke, pop ikone Ariane Grande, in premiera modnih slogov Swarovski, ki jih je za Met Gala oblikovala Giovanna Engelbert.
Global Brand Ambassador
Ariana Grande is announced as new ambassador and face of the House. The multi award-winning American singer, songwriter and actress is among the world's best-selling music artists. Celebrated for her breathtaking performances and unique personal style, Ariana Grande is a powerful advocate for inclusivity and empowerment. The partnership unites two icons of pop culture.
The 2024 Met Gala
For the first time ever, Swarovski couture looks are presented at the Met Gala. Friends of the House, Karlie Kloss, Imaan Hammam, and Anok Yai shine in ensembles designed by Global Creative Director, Giovanna Engelbert. For the dress code “The Garden of Time”, Giovanna transforms into Nature, Karlie a Flower, Imaan is the Sun, and Anok becomes Water wearing a catsuit teamed with a high jewelry necklace from the Swarovski Created Diamonds Galaxy Collection.
Show Time
Jean Paul Gaultier and Swarovski collaborate on Falling | In Love, the magical Friedrichstadt-Palast Berlin Grand Show. The Berlin-based show is illuminated by 100 million Swarovski Crystals and lights up the extraordinary explosion of colour curated by the celebrity Parisian designer. The hypnotic allure of crystals is unleashed on the world’s largest theatre stage with crystalline gardens filled with flora and fauna forming a shimmering backdrop for a rainbow of bejeweled ensembles.
2025
Born in Austria under the genius vision of our founder, Daniel, Swarovski has been making the world shine bright since 1895. This is our 130th year of breaking the boundaries of creativity and embracing the extraordinary. Swarovski creations are designed to spark joy, bring brilliance in every facet of your life, and wow your individuality.
Ariana Grande X Swarovski
Le premier partenariat créatif avec notre égérie et ambassadrice mondiale, Ariana Grande, est lancé.
Co-créée avec l’icône de la pop et la Directrice de création Giovanna Engelbert, la collection capsule Ariana Grande x Swarovski célèbre la joie de l’expression de soi et puise dans une passion pour la musique à travers des motifs de notes et de cœurs scintillants.
Co-créée avec l’icône de la pop et la Directrice de création Giovanna Engelbert, la collection capsule Ariana Grande x Swarovski célèbre la joie de l’expression de soi et puise dans une passion pour la musique à travers des motifs de notes et de cœurs scintillants.
Bal de l’Opéra de Vienne
Partenariat s’étendant sur près de 70 ans, l’alliance entre Swarovski et le Bal de l’Opéra de Vienne honore la beauté, l’élégance et la richesse culturelle de notre héritage autrichien partagé. C’est un véritable héritage de merveilles. Chaque année, une nouvelle Tiare Swarovski, démonstration magistrale de notre maîtrise de la lumière, illumine ce bal prestigieux. Cette année, son motif complexe s’inspire du Cygne Swarovski.
130 ans de joie
En l'honneur de notre 130è anniversaire, Swarovski invite le monde à explorer ses multiples facettes avec un programme d'événements incontournables et de collections en édition limitée. Ancrée dans notre riche héritage et la vision de notre fondateur, Daniel Swarovski, la Maison continue ses innovations autour du cristal alors qu'elle entre dans son prochain chapitre avec une célébration multidimensionnelle de la lumière, des couleurs et de la joie.
Le monde de Swarovski
Bijoux d’inspiration marine
Title:Véritables chefs-d’œuvre de créativité, nos nouvelles familles de bijoux ornées de Crystal Pearls Swarovski se déclinent dans une étonnante palette aquatique aux tons bleus et verts.
Bijoux et accessoires de mariage
Title:Succombez au charme de nos superbes créations en cristal. Que vous recherchiez un subtil chatoiement ou un glamour éclatant, vous trouverez forcément parmi notre sélection la pièce qui matchera votre style et vos envies pour le grand jour.
Le Roi Lion Disney x Swarovski
Title:Célébrez un grand classique avec des personnages éclatants.