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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Diamnet founder joins London Diamond Bourse

Diamnet has confirmed its founder, Howard Levine, has joined the London Diamond Bourse senior management team. Levine has worked in the industry for almost 30 years, supplying jewellery retailers across the industry.  Although he began his career by supplying pearls, Levine has worked exclusively with diamonds and diamond jewellery for…

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Grace & Co acquires Nomination site

Grace and Co has acquired the site of jewellery brand Nomination’s Milton Keynes store. Its monobrand store in centre:mk has bow fallen under the umbrella of the Grace and Co brand.  Nomination first reopened its doors in the central shopping area on 3 July, featuring a wide selection of fashion…

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Theo Fennell unveils RCA Awards winners

Theo Fennell has announced the winners of its annual RCA awards.  Prizes are awarded to graduating students from the Jewellery and Metal MA programme, with the event now in its sixteenth consecutive year. While the awards show is typically held at the Royal College of Art, this year’s students had…

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ChloBo launches rainbow bracelet

UK jewellery brand ChloBo has announced the launch of its new ‘Cute Charm Rainbow Bracelet’. The rainbow bracelet is available in 925 sterling silver and gold plating; silver is retailing at £69 and gold is retailing at £105.  ChloBo said: “These troubling times have shaken the world, its storm has…

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De Beers invests in Gemist

De Beers has invested in Gemist, an online jeweller that allows customers to create their own customised jewellery through its website The site also enables customers to try on their designed pieces at home before confirming the purchase.  Customers are provided with an array of stones, metal and settings to…

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Nour By Jahan launches

Nour Jahan has announced the launch of her high-end fine jewellery brand Nour By Jahan has launched. For over 170 years, Jahan Genève has showcased its expertise, craft and designs, in offering one-of-a-kind jewels for its elite clientele. Nour Jahan joins the family legacy as the eighth generation of jewellers…

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Bira backs plans for tougher shoplifting penalties

The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has welcomed government plans to take a tougher stance on shoplifting. Home Secretary Priti Patel recently announced the Government would be writing to police chiefs to advise that shoplifters stealing items to the value of £200 should be prosecuted. The decision follows a major…

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