Henryka collaborates with the ELY Memorial Fund

British jewellery brand Henryka has partnered with Herefordshire-based charity, the ELY Memorial Fund, to create a special Angel Wing necklace. The necklace is in honour of Emma Louise Young who died tragically aged 23 following a car accident in September 2010. Her mother, Angela Tyler, created the ELY Memorial Fund…

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James Derby announces new range of London ‘inspired’ watches

New watch brand, James Derby, is launching its debut classic range for men and women. James Harrower, founder of James Derby, aspired to create a product mixing affordability and charm. The watches are manufactured with Japanese movement in a stainless steel case, featuring sapphire crystals, quality glass and genuine leather…

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UK consumer spending set to be lowest since 2012

Consumer spending over the Christmas period is expected to be at its lowest since 2012, according to Visa’s UK Consumer Spending Index. Spending on the high street fell year-on-year for the seventh month in a row, dropping by 3.5%. This followed a 5.1% decrease in October, two of the worst…

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More support needed for SMEs due to bank closures, says FSB

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) is calling for more support for small businesses following a slew of bank branch closures. The comments come after the Royal Bank of Scotland announced it will close 259 high street branches as “more people choose to bank online or via mobile”. Mike Cherry,…

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Parify wins Service Provider of the Year at NAJ Awards 2017

Leicester-based LED lighting specialists, Parify, have won ‘Service Provider of the Year’ at the National Association of Jewellers Awards 2017. On Thursday 7 December Parify attended the NAJ awards ceremony at the Benevolent Society Ball at St John’s Hotel in Solihull, Birmingham which was attended by almost 400 jewellers. Parify…

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Former Dior CEO joins Sotheby’s

Sotheby’s has announced the appointment of Laurence Nicolas as executive vice president and global managing director of jewellery and watches. Reporting to the company’s CEO, Tad Smith, Nicolas will lead the various channels of Sotheby’s jewellery and watch businesses including auction, private, e-commerce and retail sales, as well as the…

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Tessa Packard launches London showroom

Contemporary fine jewellery designer Tessa Packard held on party on 6 December to launch her first London showroom. Located in Chelsea, the by-appointment-only showroom on Ives Street will offer clients a space to see Packard’s contemporary fine jewellery collections, and meet with the designer one-on-one to discuss bespoke commissions. The…

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Diamond ring sells for over £1m in record-breaking auction sale

Jewellery store Fellows has sold a diamond ring for £1,307,600, making it the most expensive sale in the company’s 141 year history. Bidding took place between two phone lines and the final agreed price was £1.1m, raised to £1,307,600 with the inclusion of buyer’s premium plus VAT. The item was…

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Kit Heath reports strong sales growth over AW season

Jewellery and accessories brand Kit Heath has reported that its sales are up 48% for the AW period. The company has said that it has seen year-on-year growth, with strong sales of branded women’s jewellery across independent and multiple retailers. Katie Nickell, Kit Heath’s creative director, said: “We are delighted…

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Chrysalis to launch new brand at 2018 Jewellery and Watch show

Chrysalis will be launching its new jewellery brand, Ania Haie, at next year’s Jewellery and Watch show at the NEC Birmingham. The Ania Haie range focuses on trends and affordability and will debut with nine collections priced between for £15 and £89. The collections include Out of this World, Modern…

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