Autism – How to improve the shopping experience

64% of autistic people avoid going to shops. The National Autistic Society explains how to create a friendly environment all year round. Last month, from 2 – 9 October, The National Autistic Society held the first ever mass participation Autism Hour. Penny Mordaunt, minister of state for Department for Work…

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UK retail sales growth slows more than expected

UK retail sales growth slowed more than predicted in the month of September, according to the Office of National Statistics (ONS). The figures showed that total sales fell by 0.8% when compared with August, making it much lower than the 0.1% drop that was expected. Year-on-year retail growth for Q3…

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IJL appoints new event manager

Jewellery industry event International Jewellery London (IJL) has announced that Sarah Kitley-Spencer has been appointed as the new show event manager. Fotoulla Michael will continue to lead sales on this international brand. Sarah Kitley-Spencer has worked at IJL for the past seven years and Reed Exhibitions for ten years. In…

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Stonehawk launches smash-and-grab defence training with Hatton Garden jeweller

StoneHawk has completed its inaugural smash-and-grab training session following its launch last month. The security training company which is specifically tailored to the jewellery, watch, pawnbroking, Asian gold and high end retail sectors, was established by Simon Wilson, who has previously served with the Metropolitan Police. The smash-and-grab training is…

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Hargreaves Stockholm releases new Tove collection

Following its debut at London Fashion Week, Swedish ethical fine jewellery brand, Hargreaves Stockholm has launched its second collection, Tove. The new collection is inspired by the brand’s Scandinavian and Viking lineage, and draws its inspiration from Tove Jansson’s – the creator of the iconic Moomins characters – magical paintings…

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Game of Thrones engagement fever: How much do the GoT rings cost?

Last month, Kit Harington and Rose Leslie announced their engagement. This weekend, Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas joined the engagement club and shared their romantic news on social media. Creative director at London jeweller Taylor & Hart, Jason D’Heureux, was asked to estimate the cost of both rings and he…

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Domino releases Timeless range in time for Christmas

Domino has launched its new Timeless range, part of the Anthology collection, in preparation for the festive season. The range comprises four diamond-set line bracelets, four pairs of diamond-set hoop earrings and two necklaces. All pieces are available in 18 carat white gold and utilises the same classic ‘line’ style…

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Police teams up with Justice League for limited edition watch box set

Police has joined forces with the Justice League Heroes to create a 500 piece limited edition men’s watch gift set. The Heroes Box is designed to replicate an old war chest or briefcase and is made with a brown leather look exterior and red velvet interior.   The outside of the…

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Buckley London reports success at TFWA in Cannes

Global fashion jewellery designer Buckley London has reported success in Cannes following a product preview at this year’s TFWA World Exhibition. The brand showcased its new SS18 collections along with a number of airline exclusives. Ahead of the official season launch in January 2018, visitors to the Buckley London stand…

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RJC and DMCC announce collaboration

The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has announced it has agreed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with DMCC to work cooperatively on advancing its shared objectives of improving corporate social responsibility and responsible supply chain efforts in the jewellery supply chain. With this new partnership, the two organisations will work together…

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