High-end French crystal brand Baccarat’s new Gold Era Collection showcases its most popular designs accented with a subtle touch of gold to evoke nostalgia for a by-gone era of luxury. We sat with CEO Daniela Riccardo to find out the sources of inspiration for the new collection and how it remains true to 250 years of French heritage.

In the wake of Baccarat’s recent acquisition by Chinese group Fortune Fountain Capital, Riccardo also shares the 250-year-old French brand’s future aspirations in the Asian markets. Check out our video interview above.