Retailers

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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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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Vashi expands to third retail outlet with Westfield opening

Jewellery brand Vashi has expanded to its third retail outlet in London’s Westfield London. Located in the Luxury Village, the store aims to reflect the brand’s ethos of transparency. It is set across 1,000 square feet and has stainless-steel edged kimberlite surfaces. There are two private consultation rooms in the…

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Esprit joins the Bezel Watches portfolio

Bezel Watches, a Kenneth Green Associates company, is extending its portfolio with the addition of Esprit watches and jewellery, which will be distributed in the UK and Republic of Ireland. The Esprit watch and jewellery collection offers redesigned classic styles with a modern twist. The creative designers aimed to capture…

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Henryka welcomes new stockists as it launches Christmas promo

British brand Henryka has added two new members of the Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ) to its network of independent retail partners. The brand’s collections can now be found at Welsh stores Christopher George Jewellers in Cardiff and T J Davies and Son in Aberystwyth. Since joining the CMJ in…

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