Surprise 12% jump in gold hallmarking in February

The number of gold jewellery articles hallmarked in February this year was up by 12% compared with the 2017, according to figures compiled by the Birmingham Assay Office. The high-value category saw numbers increase from 280,283 to 313,532, an increase of over 33,000 articles, providing a boon for the jewellery…

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Citizen announces partnership with Disney World

Citizen watches and The Walt Disney Company have announced Citizen will be the official timepiece of the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and the Disneyland Resort, California. As part of a long-term promotional alliance, the Citizen logo will be displayed on the Main Street USA clocks in Magic Kingdom…

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Over 80% of national retailers snub new Instagram tech

A new selling feature on photo-sharing social media app, Instagram, has been ignored by more than 80% of retailers in its first week, according to Cybertill. Instagram rolled out a new ‘Shopping’ feature to business accounts in the United Kingdom, as well as Germany France, Italy Brazil, Canada, Spain and…

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Giftware Association named headline sponsor for Annual Sponsors’ Dinner 2018

The Benevolent Society has announced that The Giftware Association (GA) will be the headline sponsor for its Annual Sponsors’ Dinner 2018. The GA represents companies from across the gift and home industry such as manufacturers, designers, wholesalers, importers, exporters and retailers (independents, multiples and online). It offers them support to…

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Laings launches Edinburgh outlet boutique

Luxury Jewellers, Laings, has launched its own outlet boutique for a limited time in Edinburgh. The boutique located on 25 Frederick Street is only open from now until August. As part of the opening Laings are offering up to 75% off a selection of its jewellery. Home to a selection…

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Raymond Weil unveils limited edition AC/DC inspired watch

Luxury Swiss watchmaker Raymond Weil has unveiled a new collaboration in its Music Icons series, paying tribute Rock and Roll Hall of famers AC/DC. The limited edition watch incorporates subtle design cues inspired by the legendary Rock Band. Measuring 42 mm in diameter, the freelancer AC/DC Limited Edition is lined…

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Retail sales see first increase in two months

Retail sales increased by 0.8% in February this year compared with the previous month, with increases seen across all main sectors except non-food stores. The latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed the first uptick after two monthly declines in December and January, resulting in an overall…

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Ted Baker sees retail sales increase by 10.4%

Fashion watch and jewellery brand Ted Baker has reported a 10.4% increase in its retail sales in the 52 weeks ending 27 January 2018. The total increase in retail sales amounted to £442.5m, with UK and Europe up 7.7% (6.4% in constant currency) to £301.1m, US and Canada up 16.2%…

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Forevermark to build presence in Europe after strong 2017 performance

De Beers Group has announced that its Forevermark diamond brand will enter the German market for the first time and is in advanced-stage discussions with potential partners in France and Italy. In Germany, Forevermark is partnering with Heinz Mayer, an Idar-Oberstein-based diamond jewellery specialist. Heinz Mayer will launch the Forevermark…

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Voice on the high street: Crazy Pig Designs

Name: Crazy Pig Designs Location: Covent Garden, London Year established: 1992 Number of staff: 8 Website: www.crazypigdesigns.com   What is the history of the company? We started Crazy Pig Designs in Covent Garden in 1992. Previously I had worked for 10 years in Carnaby Street at The Great Frog. I…

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