RJC welcomes industry input for Code of Practice review

The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has invited the industry to have its say on the body’s Code of Practice. The Code of Practice is the standard which defines responsible ethical, human rights, social, and environmental practices for companies in the diamond, gold and/or platinum metals jewellery supply chain. Certification against…

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Watch out for those toxins

Rules can seem boring but rarely do they exist for no reason. In recent weeks, a study found some low cost necklace jewellery had excessive levels of lead, cadmium or nickel release. The study, carried out by London Trading Standards on low-cost necklace jewellery found (in the worst cases) parts…

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MonaPink to bring Luminous collection to IJL debut

For its debut at this year’s IJL, MonaPink will be showcasing colourful enamelled Lumious collection. The range is aimed at people “who love the asymmetrical look” and consists of single earrings. Inspired by Art Nouveau, each piece is handmade by the brand’s owner Monika Kamycka. The pieces are environmentally-friendly, created…

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Design firm launches fragrance-infused jewellery line

Men’s jewellery designer, Vanacci, has brought out a line of fragrance-infused jewellery inspired by the lunar calendar. The Nightfall range has been designed to feature phases of the moon and it incorporates a patented Lockstone material, which allows the wearer to spray a scent on the product and have it…

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Elliot Brown launches first ladies watch collection

Watch brand Elliot Brown has released its first ever collection of ladies watches. The Kimmeridge line, named after a surf spot close to where Elliot Brown is based in Dorset’s Jurassic coast, was born out of a demand for the British brand to create a women’s collection. The line comes…

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62% of British SMEs voted to remain in EU

Some 62% of British SMEs voted to remain in the European Union, a recent survey by small business lender Liberis found. According to the survey, the highest earning businesses with a turnover of over £1,000,000 a year voted to leave the EU more than any other, at 30%. At the…

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Annie Haak to launch bespoke bridal collection

Jewellery brand Annie Haak has readied itself for the upcoming wedding season with a new collection of bespoke bridal jewellery. The collection is made up of two different styles of bracelets, each with a choice of seven Swarovski crystals. The sets of bracelets come from either the ‘Grace’ or ‘Graceful’…

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CarterGore to host first ever pop up at fashion festival

Newly launched jewellery brand CarterGore is set to host its first ever popup store at the Fine Tuned fashion festival in Liverpool this weekend. The brand, which was set up by the former MD of ChloBo Gary Carter, will showcase his tattoo-inspired collections, Tattoo Candy and Carnival Wonderland. The fringe…

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Thomas Sabo and Peter Jackson partner for new store concept

Thomas Sabo has announced a unique retail offering and partnership with independent jeweller, Peter Jackson. As part of the new store concept, Thomas Sabo will open side by side within the Peter Jackson the Jeweller Boutique in St George’s Centre in Preston on 21 July. The concept is the first…

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Nambé celebrates successful UK launch

Designer lifestyle brand Nambé hosted its official UK launch on 29 June at the Hoxton Hotel in Holborn, London. Retailers, buyers, journalists and social influencers were invited to have an exclusive look at the American brand’s range. Among the range was Nambé’s sterling silver collection which was showcased at JCK…

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