JWS will showcase 140 brands from 25 different countries, including 50 new brands showcasing for the very first time in the UAE capital. International and local brands making their UAE showcase debut include: David Webb, Sartoro, Scavia, Jaipur Gems, Al Masaood, Veschetti Jewels, Charles Oudin, Amwaj, Yoko London, Djula, George Hakim and Persee Paris to name a few.

New Experiences:

• Salon Des Grandes Complications: The watch pavilion curated by Salon des Grandes Complications in partnership with the Embassy of Switzerland is a dedicated area displaying some of the World’s finest and latest creations from renowned watchmaking brands including: Frank Muller, Panerai, S.T. Dupont, Louis Moinet and Krayon

• International Designer Gallery: 20 new brands and worldwide designers will be presenting for the first time in Abu Dhabi, exquisite pieces of fashion jewellery, capturing the balance between sophistication and simplicity brands include: Karen Suen, Bee Primus, Ralph Masri, Kohinoor and Da Ring Maker

• Emirati Designer Gallery: a dedicated gallery to the UAE’s homegrown, upcoming talent and entrepreneurs, showcasing the national identity with bold and inspired creations. Brands include: Thekrayat, Fatima Al Khoory, Baguette, Abdar Jewellery and Tanache Recognising and celebrating Emirati talent, the sixth edition of the EBDA’A Award is hosted by JWS in partnership with Azza Al Qubaisi, the UAE’s first national jewellery artist. The competition provides young designers and amateurs the opportunity for key exposure, potential career development and networking with leaders in the jewellery and watch industry

• Country Experiences: visitors can take their artistic senses on cultural journeys to India and Brazil, exploring displays of sculptural art works, textile fashion trends and gastronomic flavours. Visiting Abu Dhabi for the very first time, the famous Indian fashion designer Tarun Tahiliani will be present on the first 3 days of the event and will display a wide collection of his latest designs. Brazil Experience will host over 10 brands making their UAE debut, displaying exclusive handmade and luxury home-deco products as well as trendy fashion clothing lines from popular Brazilian designers

Maison des Fleurs Workshops: the artesian florists will bring the French tradition and elegance to JWS, offering dedicated, bespoke workshops, teaching the art of floral arrangement with unmatched creativity and technique.