Retailers

Monica Vinader to open first Manchester boutique

Demi-fine jewellery brand Monica Vinader has announced the opening of its first boutique in Manchester on 2 May 2025. Located at 58 King Street, M2 4LY, the new store marks an important milestone in the brand’s UK expansion, offering an immersive shopping experience for the local community. The decision to…

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UK sales increase 1.1% in March thanks to good weather boost

UK Total retail sales increased by 1.1% year on year in March, against a growth of 3.5% in March 2024, with gardening and DIY sales being boosted by good weather. New data from the BRC and KPMG revealed that the increase was below the 3-month average growth of 1.6% and…

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Hockley Mint MD awarded honorary doctorate

Hockley Mint managing director Gary Wroe has been awarded an honorary doctorate from the University of Birmingham. It has been awarded in recognition of his “outstanding contributions” to the jewellery industry, particularly within the city of Birmingham, and his dedicated support for future generations through education. Wroe has led Hockley…

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Jessica Flinn Fine Jewellery launches The Solitaire Collection

Jessica Flinn Fine Jewellery has unveiled The Solitaire Collection, featuring six new engagement rings in nine variations. The collection features updated interpretations of classic jewellery styles. Senior designer Emma has incorporated bezel-set cognac diamonds, shield-cut salt and pepper diamonds, and white diamond solitaires with hidden sapphires The Solitaire Collection marks…

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Taylor and Hart partners with BNPL provider Affirm

UK-based jewellery brands Taylor and Hart and Affinity Fine Jewellers have partnered with Affirm, the buy now pay later vendor. Affirm underwrites every individual transaction before making a real-time credit decision and only approves consumers following an assessment that evidences their ability to repay. Consumers can choose from customised payment…

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Lovisa to open new site in The Liberty Romford

Global jewellery and accessories retailer Lovisa has signed for a 915 sq ft location at The Liberty Romford, the shopping centre owned and operated by Redical. Due to open in June, this latest addition is part of the destination’s ongoing retail transformation. Joining jewellery brands such as H.Samuel, Pandora, and…

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Formation Co. launches new Summer Lovin’ collection

Formation Co. has announced the launch of its new Summer Lovin’ collection. Handmade and inspired by nature and celestial motifs, the collection invites wearers to mix, match, and layer each piece. The collection features pieces such as the Athena Amazonite Necklace, Cancer Zodiac Necklace, Cosmos Ring, Dune Hoops, and Boheme…

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Bucherer launches new Inner Fire collection

Bucherer has launched its new Inner Fire collection, featuring designs inspired by natural light phenomena. As with the Inner Fire collection in 2023, the Bucherer Fine Jewellery drew on the creative ideas of guest designer Hollie Bonneville Barden for its new creations. These are based on her previous masterpieces as…

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Gecko Jewellery and Laura Ashley launch new Wildflower collection

Gecko Jewellery has announced the launch of Wildflower, its second jewellery collection in collaboration with British textile company Laura Ashley. Launching just in time for the summer the new collection is inspired by original Laura Ashley prints. Some of the highlights of the collection from Gecko’s in-house designers include the…

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US tariffs to cost Pandora up to £137m annually

Pandora has announced that the recent US decision to impose tariffs on imports from several countries will affect the group, with a potential gross impact of around DKK 1.2bn p.a. (£137.6m), particularly in relation to products shipped to the US from Thailand, as well as from Vietnam, India, China, and…

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