House of Meraki unveils Gemfields collaboration

The House of Meraki has launched a new collaboration with Gemfields to launch the J’aime collection, comprising a curated selection of responsibly sourced emeralds from Gemfields’ Kagem mine in Zambia. The J’aime collection features earrings, from dainty studs to hoops, as well as rings, bracelets, necklaces and pendants, which pair…

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Berry’s launches ‘Opeia’ collection to mark 125th anniversary

Berry’s has announced it is celebrating its 125th anniversary by launching the limited edition ‘Opeia’ collection. The anniversary collection comprises 10 pieces, headlined by the Opeia necklace, a small and large pendant, a pair of drop and stud earrings, three rings, a bangle and a bracelet. Designer Emily Rose said:…

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Curteis Ltd becomes RJC certified member

UK jewellery manufacturer Curteis Ltd has recently become a certified member of the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), the world’s standard-setting agency for the global jewellery and watch industry. Curteis said its membership reflects the company’s commitment to responsible business practices and the wider sustainability agenda, aimed at creating positive impacts…

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Footfall declines 7.5% in week after half-term

Footfall across UK retail destinations declined by -7.5% last week, following a rise of +8.2% in the week before last during the school half term holiday week, according to Springboard. The gap from the 2019 footfall level widened to -9.8% last week from -9% in the week before last indicating…

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Bradley’s Jewellers presents gemstone advent calendar

Independent jewellery retail business, Bradley’s Jewellers York has created a limited-edition advent calendar for Christmas, containing hand-picked precious and semi-precious gemstones. The calendar comprises 24 windows which open to reveal a loose gemstone that has been hand-selected by Bradley’s Jewellers’ owner, Kay Bradley. She has curated a range of gemstones…

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Retailers pessimistic heading into peak season, research finds

Over half of UK retailers are concerned about their businesses’ financial performance over the upcoming peak season against a backdrop of inflationary pressures and the rising cost of living, according to new research from Flintfox. It revealed that although three in five (62%) say they will be running Black Friday…

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Charles Nobel to launch range of lab-grown diamonds

New Milton jewellery business, Charles Nobel, has announced the launch of a new range of lab-grown diamonds. Lab-grown diamonds are created by subjecting a diamond seed to extreme temperatures and pressures, with rough lab-grown stones crystallising within three to four weeks. Charles Nobel will offer a selection of lab-grown diamonds,…

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The Goldsmiths’ Craft & Design Council appoints new chair

The Goldsmiths’ Craft and Design Council (GC&DC) has named Anne-Marie Reeves as its new chairperson for the next two years, as Peter Crump retires from the role after an extended three-year tenure. In her new role, Reeves appointed fellow GC&DC member and trustee John Ball as vice chair for the…

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CME launches Italian Style collection

CME has launched its Italian Style jewellery collection which includes a specially curated selection of pieces from CME’s suppliers in Italy. The collection includes sterling silver earrings, necklaces, chains, bracelets and anklets, with yellow plated pieces available. CME has been sourcing from both large and small suppliers in Italy since…

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Alice Van Cal unveils Topaz Birthstone Collection

Alice van Cal has introduced a new range of Topaz-based pieces as part of the November edition of The Birthstone Collection, where every month of 2022 a new piece or capsule collection will be launched featuring the birthstone of the month. Among the latest range is The Anima Topaz Necklace…

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