Jewellery businesses after lockdown -approaching communication

Following the announcement of the re-opening of non-essential shops around London, business owners must adopt a regular, clear, and succinct line of communication with returning staff. Beyond keeping business afloat, shop owners need to ensure that staff is well-informed regarding new protocols and that they can minimise the risk of…

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E-commerce platform for independent retail launches

Retaissance, a new global platform for independent brands and buyers, is set to unveil its soft launch this week. Independent brands will be able to use Retaissance to build a “comprehensive” online profile, which highlights their key features and brand values. It can also showcase a chosen selection of standout…

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Christie’s Geneva sales total £45m

Christie’s luxury sales in Geneva, which took place over the course of July, realised a combined total of £45,885,630. This total included the sale of 195 pieces of jewellery, 226 watches, and 819 fine wines, with a combined sell through rate of 81%. Registered bidders came from 42 countries, across…

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Lark and Berry releases new podcast episode

Lark and Berry has announced the release of its latest podcast episode, which looks to “dive deeper” into the controversies around mining and growing diamonds. The Diamond Disruptor podcast has been produced by the brand since 2019, and the podcast has now debuted part two of its ‘Controversy’ series. Its…

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NFRN urges retailers to follow guidance on face coverings

The Federation of Independent Retailers (NFRN), which represents 15,000 stores in the UK and Ireland is urging its members to follow its guidance on mandatory face coverings being introduced in retailers from tomorrow (24 July). The association said as some rules vary across England and Scotland, such as who is…

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Gemworld Munich will go ahead in October

Gemworld Munich is set to go ahead this autumn, taking place between 30 October and 1 November.  The announcement comes after the Bavarian State Government confirmed that trade fairs could still go ahead from 1 September with appropriate safety and hygiene measures in place.  Organisers said they had “prepared for…

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London Design Academy launches post-pandemic forums

The London Design Academy will launch this week, alongside the first in a series of online global forums, entitled ‘East and West Dialogue: One World One Dream’.  The upcoming forums will focus on how education can provide a “better bridge between the jewellery sector and industry in the post pandemic…

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Rise in ‘Golden Age’ Hollywood-inspired rings

Vintage diamond engagement rings worn in the ‘Golden Age’ of Hollywood are reportedly making a comeback, according to a Mayfair jeweller.  Hancocks London, situated in Burlington Arcade, has reported an “unprecedented” interest in couples seeking engagement rings inspired by the starlets and style of the era. The jewellers has charted…

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Bira urges PM to ‘give us back our high streets’

The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) is calling on Prime Minister Boris Johnson to intervene and “give us back our high streets”. In an exclusive Bira survey, three quarters (75%) of independent retailers said trade is being “detrimentally impacted” by lockdown road closures. The survey revealed that two thirds (66.1%) of retailers…

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The importance of bringing the luxury in-store experience online

The jewellery sector as we know and love it has changed beyond recognition. Part of the beauty of shopping for jewellery is being able to touch and try on items before you purchase. The COVID-19 pandemic however has meant this is no longer a possibility, forcing the jewellery sectors hand…

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