10 TOP TIPS – Creating the perfect jewellery store

In 2017, the jewellery industry needs to offer more than just a retail space to sell products. Customers want more, and to stand out in the increasingly competitive crowd, retailers need to offer a fully immersive experience that customers will remember long after they’ve left the till point. If you’re…

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London investors buy Breitling

London-based private equity group CVC Capital Partners has bought a controlling stake in Breitling for a reported €800m (£677m). Breitling’s CEO Théodore Schneider said the deal will leave CVC with an 80% stake, and Breitling will retain the remaining 20% of the group. “I am convinced CVC is the right…

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IIDGR launches first diamond detection course

The International Institute of Diamond Grading and Research (IIDGR) has announced the launch of a world-first Synthetic Diamond Detection course. The program run by the Institute, which is part of De Beers, will be a two-day lab course. It will be unveiled at the end of the JCK trade in Las…

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International Jewellery London announces partnership with Goldsmiths’ Centre

The Goldsmiths’ Centre has been announced as the official partners of this year’s International Jewellery London (IJL) show. The sponsorship agreement has been set up to help provide support for designers exhibiting at the show. The support will include using The Goldsmiths’ Centre as a venue for ILJ’s Exhibitor Summer…

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Suspected ram raid at Cornwall jewellers

Police are looking for witnesses after a jewellers in Porthleven was the target of a suspected ram raid. A holiday maker called the authorities after seeing a car driving into the front window of The Jewellery Workshop at St Elvans Courtyard. The witness then said that the car reversed and…

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Goldsmiths’ Centre celebrates 5th birthday

The Goldsmiths’ Centre in Clerkenwell, London has just celebrated its fifth birthday. The Centre celebrated the milestone at an event with over 200 friends, alumni and partner organisations. Its new ‘Impact Report’ was also launched at the event and animated film, which displayed the company’s achievements and future plans. The…

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Loss of EU workers would be a ‘huge blow

Over half of small businesses with EU workers are worried about accessing people with the right skills, or growing their business post-Brexit, according to new research from the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB). FSB’s latest report, ‘A skilful exit: What small firms want from Brexit’, shows one fifth (21 percent)…

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Watchshop.com launches sunglasses boutique

Online watch and jewellery retailer Watchshop.com has added a sunglasses boutique to its portfolio. The retailer is currently working with nine brands, including Ray-Ban, Nike and Emporio Armani, for its new venture. The brand roster is expected to grow in the coming months with the addition of classic styles and…

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GVUK releases upgraded CAD program

Software distributor GVUK has released its newest upgrade of its CAD program, Matrix 9 by Gemvision. The firm says the software, which was first released over 16 years ago, is “packed with new time-saving features”. The Matrix 9 incorporates features such as wrapping patterns on a surface and organic modelling…

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Martin Katz releases exclusive collection on Moda Operandi

Jeweller Martin Katz has made his e-commerce debut on Moda Operandi with an exclusive collection. Katz has specially handpicked 30 pieces of jewellery to be sold on the luxury site, marking will be the first time that his jewels are available online. Each piece of the art deco inspired collection…

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