Tiffany reports fall in both Q3 and FY earnings

Tiffany has reported a decline in net earnings for both its third quarter and year-to-date results.  For the third quarter ending 31 October, net earnings were down 17% at $78m (£59.4m) compared to the prior year’s $95m (£72.4m). In the year-to-date, net earnings were 11% lower at $340m (£259.2m), compared…

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Outstanding business rates challenges increase by 35%

The number of businesses waiting for challenges over soaring business rates to be resolved has jumped by more than a third in just three months, according to new figures issued by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). The figures revealed the number of outstanding challenges has increased by 35% fuelling concerns…

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What to do if you see someone breaking hallmarking law

A real frustration for jewellers who make sure they comply with hallmarking law is seeing instances of others flouting the law and apparently getting away with it, selling items without a valid UK hallmark.  The hallmark is a vital form of consumer protection because you can’t judge the composition of…

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How jewellery retailers can ride the Brexit storm

As we enter the next chapter of Brexit, and negotiations face the hurdle of a general election, how can UK jewellery retailers stay profitable and prepare themselves for the final outcome next year? We recently conducted research which found that there is already a great deal of uncertainty in the…

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Innovative ways to bring people into your jewellery store

Running a jewellery business is no mean feat, not least because the advent of e-commerce means enticing customers into store is becoming an increasingly difficult challenge. Yet despite the popularity of online shopping, when it comes to the luxury jewellery sector a physical presence is still crucial, and valued.  According…

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New ‘Jeweller in Residence’ for Birmingham museum

The Museum of the Jewellery Quarter has announced the appointment of Vanessa Miller as its second ever ‘Jeweller in Residence’. Miller will work for the museum over the next year, creating an exclusive collection as part of a project to promote local designers through a partnership with the Birmingham City…

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Tudor boutique launches in London

The Watches of Switzerland has partnered with Tudor watches to launch a Tudor mono-brand boutique in London. It is the first mono-brand boutique to be launched outside of Asia and the Middle East, and will be sited in the Westfield Shopping centre in Shepherd’s Bush, London.  The boutique will feature…

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Bybiehl expands presence in UK market

Jewellery maker Bybiehl has announced its plans for growth among the UK market. Since launching in the UK last year, the group has announced plans to focus on its brand awareness and sales in the country. The Scandinavian brand said that UK expansion was an “important piece in the puzzle…

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Lola Rose announces collaboration with Prue Leith

Lola Rose has announced the launch of a new collection in collaboration with Prue Leith CBE.  The businesswoman, TV Presenter and novelist worked closely with Nikki Gewirtz MBE, founder of the brand, to create the “vibrant” ‘Prue X Lola Rose’ collection.  The collection will draw on their “shared passion for…

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My Store: Taking a look at Marylebone’s Kabiri

Established in Marylebone in 2004, Kabiri is a multi-brand fashion and fine jewellery boutique aimed at the “modern metropolitan woman” through a curated selection of fine and fashion jewellery designers. Founded by former PR executive and Goldsmith’s alumni Nathalie Kabiri, the idea for the boutique came after spotting a gap…

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