Plongez dans l’histoire de Swarovski, de la création de la Maison autrichienne jusqu’aux moments marquants de son parcours, et découvrez son héritage exceptionnel qui traverse les univers de la mode, de la joaillerie et de la culture pop.
1895
Daniel Swarovski met au point une machine révolutionnaire capable de tailler les cristaux avec une précision inégalée jusqu’alors.
1900
Daniel conçoit une première série de diagrammes - Article 1 à 6 - qui établit un lexique des tailles de cristal. Il apporte ce répertoire à Wattens en Autriche, terre natale de Swarovski, donnant naissance aux premiers cristaux de la production. Les Articles 7 à 12 composent son second lexique de tailles originales.
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 colours 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 crystallised 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
In 1989, Swarovski launches a couture range called the Daniel Swarovski Paris collection, named after its founder. The elaborate collection incorporates crystals and has only limited pieces available.
1995
Swarovski Crystal Worlds, Kristallwelten, opens in Wattens, Austria, to mark the brand’s centennial anniversary. Multimedia artist André Heller designed a unique and magical place that attracts millions of visitors from across the globe. Crystals are celebrated in all their transformative facets and every year, multiple collaborations with artists, particularly in the Chamber of Wonder, continue to push the boundaries of creativity.
The Giant
André Heller’s thematic centrepiece for Swarovski Crystal Worlds was the shape of the Giant, and he developed the story of a Giant who set out to experience the crystal world and all of its treasures and wonders.
2004
Bringing a sprinkle of shimmer to the holiday season, Swarovski crowns the iconic Rockefeller Centre Christmas tree for the first time. Heralding the start of a yearly tradition, the 2004 Swarovski star measures 3 metres in height and shines with 25,000 brilliant white crystals. A magical addition to the New York City skyline.
2007
The 79th Academy Awards shows the audience the true meaning of brilliance. For the first time, a sparkling crystal curtain forms the backdrop for the Hollywood stars. The Swarovski Crystal Curtain measures 1,000 centimeters in height, weighs over a tonne, and consists of 50,000 individual crystals.
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 metres 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 crystallised 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 organisations 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-ÉÉlysées 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 programme, a global mentorship and grant programme 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 colours, and a streamlined Swarovski Swan logo.
Creators Lab
A new programme 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, theatre 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 has entered the Swarovski Creators Lab to create a limited edition collectible fully adorned with Swarovski Crystals.
Swarovski x Liberal Youth Ministry
Creators Lab continues to explore creative possibilities and celebrate the spirit of collaborated art that has been part of our culture since the very beginning. Swarovski’s youthful spirit and progressive nature is a perfect match for Liberal Youth Ministry (LYM), where each collection celebrates the universality of youth.
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 colour 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 colours. Handmade in Paris over 150 hours, the dazzling outfit highlighted his creativity, individuality, and star power.
Swarovski Created Diamonds Galaxy Collection
Inspired by the cosmos, The Galaxy Collection is the first Swarovski Created Diamonds fine jewellery collection designed by Global Creative Director Giovanna Engelbert. Each design is crafted from laboratory grown diamonds that are IGI (International Gemological Institute) certified and 100% identical to mined diamonds in every way but origin.
Swarovski on Fifth
Over two luxurious floors, a world of joyful extravagance and crystal wonder unfolds in a new flagship store on New York’s Fifth Avenue. A palette of the House’s signature shades combined with rich, textured surfaces make the New York flagship a sensory delight full of immersive experiences.
2024
A year of firsts for the House including the appointment of a Global Brand Ambassador, pop icon Ariana Grande, and debuting Swarovski couture looks designed by Giovanna Engelbert at the Met Gala.
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 jewellery necklace from the Swarovski Created Diamonds Galaxy Collection.
Show Time
Jean Paul Gaultier et Swarovski participent à la création du Grand Show Falling | In Love, au théâtre Friedrichstadt-Palast de Berlin. Ce spectacle berlinois rayonne grâce à 100 millions de cristaux Swarovski qui subliment l’explosion de couleurs orchestrée par l’illustre créateur parisien. Dans un décor chatoyant composé de jardins cristallisés à la flore et à la faune luxuriantes, se déploie un arc-en-ciel de costumes ornés de cristaux scintillants.
2025
Née en Autriche du génie visionnaire de Daniel, notre fondateur, Swarovski illumine le monde depuis 1895. Nous célébrons notre 130ème année à repousser les limites de la créativité et à embrasser l’extraordinaire. Les créations Swarovski sont conçues pour susciter la joie, illuminer chaque facette de votre vie et révéler votre singularité.
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
Coup de projecteur sur toutes les facettes de Swarovski, de son héritage au lifestyle, et bien au-delà.
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.