Retailers

Watches of Switzerland CEO receives King’s Trust Impact Award

Brian Duffy, chief executive and foundation chair of the Watches of Switzerland Group, has been recognised with the King’s Trust Individual Impact Award for his contribution to the charity’s work with young people. The award, presented at the King’s Trust Partnership Awards, acknowledges Duffy’s personal involvement in the organisation’s programmes…

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Wongs Jewellers launches Manchester giveaway to mark new store opening

Wongs Jewellers has launched a Manchester-wide engagement giveaway to mark the opening of its first city store in the Manchester Arndale. The competition opened on 28 November and will run for three weeks until 19 December 2025. The family-owned firm, which was founded in 1979, said the prize will include…

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Astrid and Miyu opens seasonal pop-up gift shop on South Molton Street

Astrid and Miyu has opened a temporary retail space on South Molton Street for the Christmas trading period, offering a seasonal range and exclusive products for the brand’s peak gifting months. The pop-up forms part of the jewellery brand’s wider plan to create experience-led retail formats. The store includes a…

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Mouawad launches third chapter of its Master Collection

Mouawad has released the third chapter of its Master Collection, introducing two high-jewellery suites inspired by the Great Wall of China and the Taj Mahal.  The chapter, titled Sun on the Seven Wonders, continues the series’ focus on interpreting historic landmarks. The Great Wall of China suite features a yellow…

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Weir and Sons acquires Chichester jeweller R.L. Austen

Dublin-based jeweller Weir and Sons has acquired Chichester jeweller R.L. Austen, bringing the two long-established businesses under common ownership. Weir and Sons was founded in 1869 by goldsmith Thomas Weir and remains owned by his descendants.  The company operates stores in Dublin and sells jewellery, watches, silver and related goods.…

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Goodman Bros adds Nina Wynn Piercing Jewellery to its offering

Goodman Bros, the UK jewellery services and brand distribution company, has added Nina Wynn Fine Piercing Jewellery collection to its portfolio.  The range features 9ct and 14ct solid-gold designs set with natural gemstones, intended for long-term wear. Designed by third-generation jeweller Nina Wynn, the collection includes flatback studs, seam rings,…

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Lily Charmed to enter Middle East through Rivoli Group stores

British jewellery brand Lily Charmed will enter the Middle East market in December through a partnership with retailer Rivoli Group, with its collections to be sold in 25 Hour Choice stores across the UAE, Qatar, Oman and Bahrain. The deal marks the next stage in the brand’s expansion following its…

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The Betts Group invests in Fairever to boost responsibly sourced metals

The Betts Group has made a strategic investment in German precious metals supplier Fairever, strengthening a long-standing partnership focused on expanding responsibly sourced gold and silver across Europe. The Birmingham-based firm said the investment would broaden access to materials such as Single Mine Origin (SMO) Gold and AgAIN Silver, while…

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Ainsworth Jewellers marks 155th anniversary

Ainsworth Jewellers marked a milestone moment with a spectacular weekend of celebrations to honour 60 years at its Darwen Street premises and 155 years in business. Guests enjoyed a weekend filled with special in-store experiences, food, drink, exclusive offers and the highly anticipated anniversary competition from RSVP replies or the…

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Robert Gatward Jewellers shifts to employee ownership

Robert Gatward Jewellers has moved to an employee ownership model, placing the independent retailer into an employee ownership trust and giving staff a collective stake in the business. The shift means all employees are now beneficiaries of the trust, with the firm saying the change is intended to support long-term…

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