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The store features the first in-store build for the jeweler’s in-house “Bella Ponte” bridal brand.
Ben Bridge Jeweler’s new boutique is located at 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Suite 2226, in Honolulu.
Honolulu—Ben Bridge Jeweler has unveiled its new Ala Moana boutique in Honolulu.
The store, located at 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Suite 2226, replaces its former Timeworks store two doors down, which is now the Ben Bridge Rolex boutique.
The 3,300-square-foot space opened Feb. 27, and features Ben Bridge’s signature collections alongside Longines, Tudor, and Zenith.
Fittingly, the Tudor section incorporates elements inspired by Hawaiian surf culture, including a branded surfboard display, and highlights its dive watches, like the Tudor “Black Bay.”
There are also dedicated brand salons for IWC Schaffhausen and Jaeger-LeCoultre.
SEE: Inside the New Ben Bridge Honolulu Store
The store, located at 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Suite 2226, replaces its former Timeworks store two doors down, which is now the Ben Bridge Rolex boutique.
The 3,300-square-foot space opened Feb. 27, and features Ben Bridge’s signature collections alongside Longines, Tudor, and Zenith.
Fittingly, the Tudor section incorporates elements inspired by Hawaiian surf culture, including a branded surfboard display, and highlights its dive watches, like the Tudor “Black Bay.”
There are also dedicated brand salons for IWC Schaffhausen and Jaeger-LeCoultre.
SEE: Inside the New Ben Bridge Honolulu Store
Ben Bridge Jeweler opened its 3,300-square-foot Ala Moana boutique in late February.
The store has a Tudor section that incorporates elements inspired by Hawaiian surf culture.
The boutique also features the first in-store build for Mikimoto at a Ben Bridge location.
Ben Bridge has served the Honolulu community for more than 35 years.
The boutique also houses two firsts for Ben Bridge, including the first in-store build for its in-house bridal brand Bella Ponte, which features customizable engagement rings and wedding jewelry.
The store also has the first in-store build of pearl jewelry powerhouse Mikimoto at a Ben Bridge location.
Ben Bridge has operated in the Honolulu community for more than 35 years, and said this new boutique is a reflection of its continued investment in Hawaii and its commitment to offering an elevated retail experience.
The jeweler operates six stores in Hawaii, including two Grand Seiko locations, a Rolex boutique, a Tudor location, and two Ben Bridge Jeweler stores.
“Our Honolulu clients have been part of the Ben Bridge family for decades,” said Lynette Frank, general manager of Ben Bridge Jeweler.
“This newly reimagined boutique allows us to present our jewelry and watch collections in a sophisticated setting while continuing to provide the personal service our customers expect.”
To celebrate the grand reopening, the store will host a two-day open house in June with more details to follow.
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