Retailers

Pandora opens first London airport store at Gatwick

Pandora has announced that it has opened its first store in a London Airport at London Gatwick. The new store, which opened its doors on 15 August, offers passengers a wide selection of accessible luxury jewellery. Located after security, the store showcases Pandora’s complete range of collections, with every jewellery…

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Monica Vinader recertified with Positive Luxury sustainability mark

Jewellery brand Monica Vinader has been recertified with the Positive Luxury Butterfly Mark, which recognises companies that meet sustainability standards across environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria. To achieve certification, brands must score at least 50% in Positive Luxury’s independent ESG+ assessment. Monica Vinader recorded 64% in environment, 88% in…

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Pandora reports 8% organic growth in Q2 despite macroeconomic headwinds

Pandora has reported 8% organic growth in the second quarter of 2025, with revenues rising to DKK 7.05bn (£800m) despite foreign exchange, tariff and commodity price pressures. Like-for-like (LFL) sales were also up 3%, while network expansion contributed 5% to growth.  LFL sales rose 8% in the US and 6%…

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Claire’s appoints Interpath as administrators

Fashion jewellery and accessories brand Claire’s has appointed Will Wright and Chris Pole from Interpath as joint administrators to its UK, European services and European distribution businesses, effective 13 August 2025. With UK headquarters in Birmingham, the company operates 306 stores across the UK and Ireland, employing more than 2,150…

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Wolf unveils new Asia Pacific sales director

Wolf has announced the appointment of Francesco Musto as its new sales director for Asia Pacific. Musto brings a wealth of experience with over 13 years of experience in luxury retail and e-commerce within the APAC region, including more than six years in the watch and jewellery sector. Most recently,…

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Lovisa opens first regional store at Queensgate Peterborough

Jewellery retailer Lovisa has opened its newest store at Queensgate Peterborough, its first store in the region. The Australian brand has taken a 1,630 sq ft unit on the centre’s Lower Mall, next to Boots. It offers earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, body jewellery and hair accessories, and operates more than…

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Gemfields sells Fabergé to SMG Capital for $50m

Gemfields has announced the sale of luxury jewellery brand Fabergé to US-based SMG Capital for $50m (£37.2m). The company will receive $45m (£33.5m) on completion of the deal, expected on 28 August, and a further $5m (£3.73m) in quarterly royalty payments at 8% of Fabergé’s revenue.  According to Gemfields, the…

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Tutti appoints Helen Williamson as fractional MD

North Shields-based jewellery brand Tutti has appointed Helen Williamson as its new fractional managing director. The appointment comes as Tutti marks its 20th anniversary with the opening of a new concept store and studio in Harbour House. Williamson brings extensive experience from senior roles in the fashion and retail sector.…

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Lily Arkwright unveils new flagship store in Marylebone Square

Lily Arkwright has announced the opening of its first-ever London flagship store, located in the Marylebone Square development. Opening this month, the Marylebone flagship will showcase Lily Arkwright’s full range of engagement rings, wedding bands and fine jewellery, alongside a London-exclusive collection designed especially for the store. Customers will also…

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UKJSAC welcomes gov business plan but calls for further support

The UK Jewellery, Silverware and Allied Crafts (UKJSAC) Roundtable Group has welcomed the government’s new Backing Your Business plan, while urging further measures to support creative and craft-led microbusinesses. The plan, aimed at strengthening the small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) landscape, includes reforms to licensing, permanent business rate reductions for…

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