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Tiffany & Co. pivot story

A stationery shop became a jewelry symbol.

Tiffany & Co. logo

Stationery -> blue box luxury

Before

Stationery and fancy goods.

to

After

Fine jewelry and luxury goods.

The pivot story

Tiffany shifted upmarket over time, becoming known for diamonds, jewelry design, and the iconic blue box.

Why it worked

It built trust, taste, and ritual around gifting and luxury.

Known for

Jewelry

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