HB Antwerp establishes training academy

HB Antwerp has announced the launch of a state-of-the-art training and knowledge centre for diamond specialists and jewellers, HB Academy. Based in Antwerp, the academy will feature training for prospective diamond specialists, courses for jewellery retailer customer-facing representatives, and an internal continual education programme for the group’s employees. Moreover, a…

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W Hamond teams up with Emma Stothard on new collection

Jeweller W Hamond has teamed up with Whitby sculptor Emma Stothard to launch the new Silver Darlings collection. The new collection of silver pieces, designed by Stothard, is unisex and features necklaces, pendants, bracelets, earrings and a keyring. Stothard is known for her wire and willow sculptures of animals, which…

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Kim Styles joins JewelStreet

JewelStreet, a global lifestyle marketplace, has announced that Kim Styles, founder of Kim Styles Jewellery, has joined the platform. Styles’ works centre around the use of metal, creating botanical designs through hammering techniques that form intricate details designed to reflect the natural world. She recently featured on the BBC’s All…

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Pomellato to open flagship store in Tmall pavilion

Pomellato, a jewellery brand which is part of Kering Group, has kicked off a collaboration with Tmall luxury pavilion in China with the opening of its flagship store. This partnership will enable the brand to further strengthen its footprint in the Chinese market, reaching the over 800 million active consumers…

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Wild Iris opens second Midlands boutique

Wild Iris of Ironbridge, an independent ladies’ fashion and gift boutique, has launched its second store at The Merry Hill Centre in Dudley. Having opened on 10 July, the store specialises in jewellery and accessories, ladies’ clothing, homeware, and handcrafted gifts and art works. The opening follows Wild Iris’ 2019…

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Theo Fennell takes control of namesake company

Founder, Theo Fennell, has taken control of his jewellery and silverware business and its name for the first time in 40 years. Despite always being at its creative heart, Fennell has not been in control of the firm and its name. Over the last four years, private equity firm Endless…

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Hancocks London to unveil Bezel collection

Hancocks London will unveil its first new collection since lockdown easing this summer, the Bezel collection which features a selection of diamond rings, designed by the jeweller and handcrafted in Britain, during the pandemic. The collection comprises a series of rings ranging from £3,950 to bespoke commissions and officially launches…

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Bonhams names Kate Flitcroft as senior jewellery specialist

Bonhams has announced the appointment of Kate Flitcroft as a senior specialist at the group’s London jewellery department. Based in New Bond Street, Flitcroft’s new role at the international auction house commenced on 5 July 2021. Flitcroft joins the company from her previous position as head of jewellery and silver…

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Alighieri launches Lost Day collection for men

Alighieri has announced the launch of its Lost Day collection which features a variety of necklaces, chokers, bangles and rings for men. Within the new collection, it includes The Heart of the Leone necklace, comprising demi-fine 100% recycled sterling silver, with black rhodium plating. The medallion sits on an adjustable…

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Atelier VM announces two L’Essenziale additions

Atelier VM, the fine jewellery brand, has announced two additions to its L’Essenziale collection for Summer 2021. The necklace and anklet are designed to tell a story of “love and unity to last a lifetime” through the minimalist pieces. Customers can design the pieces themselves, selecting the chain and charms…

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