Wednesday 18 January, 2012 - 12:00 PM EST
Gucci and the China Soong Ling Foundation

Gucci has announced the “Gucci Timepieces & Jewellery Music Fund, as past of its collaboration with China Soong Ling Foundation, aiming to discover and nurture talented young musicians across China, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan.
The Gucci Timepieces & Jewellery Music Fund will provide scholarships to young musicians within the framework of an international music exchange program in collaboration with the Grammy Awards and the Recording Academy. The young talent will be selected from the most prestigious music establishments including the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing and the Xian Conservatory of Music.
The new fund fits in perfectly with Gucci’s existing activities in support of the arts in general and music in particular. The brand has been a long-standing supporter of The Film Foundation, a non-profit organisation established by Martin Scorsese, for the restoration and presentation of groundbreaking and influential films.
Gucci will showcase the individual students and allow visitors to follow their personal development through special section on their website.
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Friday 30 December, 2011 - 12:00 PM EST
An addition to the U-Play Collection
Right in time for Valentine’s Day, Gucci presents us with its new U-Play collection.
Conceived by the brand’s own Creative Director - Frida Giannini - the ligne offers playful and interchangeable items, from sunglasses to timepieces.
With it’s bright red bracelet contrasting with its metallic double "G" dial, the above U-Play watch makes an interesting fashion statement and stays true to the Gucci spirit.
No further specs have been released at the moment, we leave you with a picture of this lovely red version of the U-Play.
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Monday 14 November, 2011 - 12:00 PM EST
A unique timepiece and Jewellery Collection

Following the recent announcement of the partnership of Gucci with the Latin Grammy Awards, Gucci is now presenting the exclusive Special Edition Latin Grammy Timepiece and Jewelery collection inspired by the eclectic world of Latin music.Coming together as a unique fusion of fashion and music, the Latin Grammy Award has been designed by Gucci Creative Director Frida Giannini. The collection will be a larger and bolder version of Gucci’s first-ever digital timepiece, the I-Gucci, offering the ultimate versatility. This extra-large timepiece features a special tag celebrating the Latin Grammy partnership in a complete watch including functions such as chronometer and countdown. As a special addition, the gramophone symbol has been etched on the rhodium plated sterling silver clasp, along with the Gucci logo to complete the overall design. Technical detailsWatch Code YA114217Mevement: digital 501Case: Available in different finishing. Steel polished. Colored PVD treatment. Diameter: extra large, 44 mm or Medium 40 mmCrystal: anti-scratch sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coatingDial: extra large, digits with double time zone or hands; medium, digits with double time zoneStrap: rubberBuckle: 3 blades deployment buckleWater resistance: 30 meters or 100 feet.
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Thursday 03 November, 2011 - 12:00 PM EDT
Supporting emerging artists

Gucci Timepieces and Jewelry and The Latin Recording Academy are announcing a two-year partnership deal bringing to life a special edition collection of timepieces inspired by Latin America music and aiming to celebrate young and emerging Latin artists.
At this year's 12th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards, The Latin Recording Academy will provide a special Gucci Timepieces & Jewelry Award to the young emerging Latin artists who are currently nominated for "Best New Artist": Pablo Alboran (Spain), Max Capote (Uruguay), Paula Fernandes (Brasil), Il Volo (Italy) and Sie7e (Puerto Rico).
To celebrate this collaboration and preview these special products, Gucci Timepieces & Jewelry will host an exclusive suite at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas during Latin GRAMMY Week (November 7th through 10th). A new section completely dedicated to the Latin GRAMMY Awards will be integrated into the existing Music Through Time exhibit. This module will showcase a journey through the history of the Latin GRAMMYs, engaging viewers through audio and video. This exhibit will subsequently travel to various countries such as United States, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Colombia, Panama and Chile.
Gabriel Abaroa Jr. President/CEO of The Latin Recording Academy declared being extremely excited to partner with such an iconic and luxurious brand that recognizes the importance of Latin music and its emerging artist. The countdown to this year edition of the Latin Grammy Awards ceremony can be followed on the Latin Grammy page on a Gucci Watch online.
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