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Gucci’s Timeless TrendsThe Gucci brand is synonymous with exclusivity, quality and the

finest Italian craftsmanship. With a history spanning almost nine decades, this fashion authority pairs modernity and heritage

effortlessly through constant innovation and exquisite craftsmanship, setting trends and refined sophistication.

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dedicated to the house’s handbags, eyewear, fine jewellery and timepieces, it evokes a strong, yet

minimal aesthetic. The campaign highlights classic accessories and introduces new styles, which are

destined to become timeless pieces. The Interlocking timepiece is the newest addition to the gucci

Timepieces range. featured in stainless steel and in the large 37 mm size, the watch display includes

the initials of guccio gucci, the house’s founder, in a striking design around the bezel.

drawing on its equestrian heritage, the horsebit cocktail ring is worked in 18kt yellow gold, with the

dazzling cognac quartz held in place with four clasps shaped in the iconic horsebit motif. The softly

rounded sunglasses feature guccissima leather covered temples and bear the “gucci” metal signature

logo. In addition, the special edition bamboo watch and jewellery collection is featured in the campaign.

The campaign will also feature three handbags: the Jackie, the style that was carried by America’s

former first lady Jacqueline kennedy; the soho chain style, characterized by the embossed interlocking

gg; the gucci Nice handbag, inspired by the relaxed attitude of france’s southern coast, which sees

the use of both micro guccissima leather as well as the introduction of an eco-conscious textile.

The featured collections highlight the use of sustainable, renewable materials such as bamboo, the

tagua nut and vegetable ivory. The bamboo special edition has been officially launched in china, where

gucci Timepieces & Jewellery is supporting a local reforestation project. These initiatives form part of

the house’s on-going commitment to sustainability and responsibility.

Gucci clothing, handbags, shoes and jewellery is available exclusively at GUCCI Boutiques in Cape Town and Johannesburg in Southern Africa. For further information please contact their stores on 021 421 8800 (V&A Waterfront, Cape Town) or 011 784 2597 (Nelson Mandela Square, Johannesburg).

Or visit www.gucci.com.

Gucci’s latest advertising campaign features actress Li Bing Bing in a series of striking portraits shot by renowned Norwegian fashion photographer Sølve Sundsbø.

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