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Jun- 2021 -17 JuneCoronavirus
Gov extends insolvency support measures
The Government has announced that it is extending insolvency measures supporting businesses throughout the pandemic to the end of June 2021. First introduced in the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act at the start of the pandemic, the measures protect businesses from creditor enforcement while also removing personal liability on company…
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16 JuneRetailers
Selfidges partners with La Maison Couture on sustainability project
Selfridges has announced it has joined forces with ethical fine jewellery boutique, La Maison Couture to revolutionise the way customers shop by championing positive impact luxury fine and fashion jewellery brands. Last year, Selfridges launched its Project Earth initiative which builds on the industrial steps that the department store has…
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16 JuneProduct Launches
SVP launches new alphabet charm rings collection
SVP Jewellery has announced the launch of a new collection of alphabet charm rings. The Supersonic Alphabet Charm rings are designed to be stacked and worn across collections or within the same collection to create a “unique look”. The pieces “work well” with the group’s Supersonic collection, its Rio charm…
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15 JuneEconomy
Hallmarking up 212% in May
The total number of pieces hallmarked in May of 2021 soared by 212% when compared with May 2020 during the first lockdown, according to the latest figures from the Birmingham Assay Office. Some 496,964 pieces were hallmarked in May 2021, up from the 159,299 pieces hallmarked in May of last…
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15 JuneRetailers
Lebrusan Studio launches anti-child labour fundraiser
Jewellery brand Lebrusan Studio has launched a £1,000 fundraiser in aid of the Global March Against Child Labour. To incentivise customers, the brand is offering rewards in exchange for donations, including pairs of crafted filigree stud earrings and a number of silver charms as well as discount codes for use…
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14 JuneAuctions
UK auction house launches new online store
John Pye, the leading UK auction house, has announced the launch of its brand-new online store. The John Pye Luxury Shop will be part of the business’ new diversification model and will allow its customers to purchase “one-of-a-kind items” from luxury designers. Recently, the auctioneer expanded into Northern Ireland with…
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14 JuneRetailers
Susan Caplan launches rental collection with HURR
Susan Caplan has launched an exclusive vintage jewellery rental collection with online platform HURR. The collection includes well-known brands such as Chanel and Givenchy, which will all be available to rent from £30 for four days. This new collection within the HURR community will make it accessible for some of…
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11 JuneRetailers
Astrid and Miyu launch third business accelerator programme
Astrid and Miyu has announced the launch of the brand’s third business accelerator programme which is open to all new consumer focused brands with an e-commerce component. The programme aims to support small independent businesses looking to establish their name in UK retail with applications open until 20 June. During…
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11 JuneRetailers
Signet Q1 revenues spike 98.2% to £1.2bn
Signet Jewelers, the diamond jewellery retailer, saw its revenue spike 98.2% year-on-year to $1.69bn (£1.19bn) for the 13 weeks ended 1 May 2021 (FY22). The group’s sales also outperformed its pre-pandemic levels, climbing over $250m (£177m) from $1.43bn (£1bn) in Q1 FY20. Moreover, the group swung to a $168m operating…
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10 JuneProduct Launches
Pureshore launches new Ola Collection
Pureshore, a family jewellery brand, has relaunched its Ola Collection in collaboration with the Wave Project. Containing five pieces with affordable diamond detailing, 10% of the collection’s profits will be given to the charity initiative that focuses on “surf therapy”. Inspired by the ocean, the Ola collection’s sale will support…
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