Retailers

Tocara Jewellery appoints director of business ahead of UK entry

Canadian firm Tocara Jewellery has announced the official appointment of Mhari Oakes as director of business development for the United Kingdom. She will be responsible for the launch of the direct sales brand in the UK, working alongside the founder Randall Markus, president of the company, Paul Jarvis, and vice…

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Robinson Pelham launches on Net-a-Porter

London-based fine jewellery brand, Robinson Pelham, has officially launched on Net-a-Porter, joining a line-up of brands now selling with the premium e-tailer.  Collections which are now available on the site include Identity, Stud Club, EarWishes, Elixir and Orbs. Other collections include Orb cuffs, Giant orb hoops, and Fortune Hearts. Additionally,…

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Noonan’s to sell former Sassoon family diamond

An early 20th Century diamond and platinum ring formerly the property of business woman, philanthropist, Jewish scholar and famed hostess, Mrs Flora Abraham Sassoon is to be sold by Mayfair-based auction house Noonans on Tuesday, September 13, 2022. It is estimated to fetch £20,000-30,000. The ring was passed on to…

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Sheldon Bloomfield unveils new trade website

Sheldon Bloomfield Ltd has launched a new website which features trade prices for the first time, in a bid to improve its customer service for retailers. Nearly 2,000 pieces are featured on the new site, and the jewellery company will be adding new products on an ongoing basis. The new…

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Astrid & Miyu opens first regional store in Leeds

Jewellery brand Astrid and Miyu has opened their first regional store in the UK, following a number of global and London-based openings in recent months. The store is located in the heart of the Victoria Quarter in Leeds. The two-storey space across 83 sqft including the ground floor and 1st…

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Yoko London unveils new London flagship store

Luxury pearl jeweller, Yoko London, has opened a new flagship store on Sloane Street in London, spanning over 4,000 square feet across two floors which reportedly makes it one of the largest pearl jewellery stores in the world. The new store is housed in an 1890 building, and it will…

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NAJ takes step to elevate pricing code of practice

The National Association of Jewellers has taken the step to elevate its pricing code of practice to ‘assured advice’ with its primary trading standards partner. Working with Buckinghamshire and Surrey Trading Standards team, the National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has said it aims to continue its proactive approach to educating…

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Deakin & Francis launches ladies’ Elements Collection

Deakin and Francis has launched a new ladies fine jewellery collection, The Elements Collection, comprising a multitude of gemstones set in 18ct gold. Included in the collection is a one-of-a-kind 18ct yellow gold faceted Crystal Ball Pendant with a vitreous enamel blue band, and a diamond necklace. The pendant showcases…

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Wages see highest fall on record amid rising inflation

Regular pay in the UK has fallen by a “record” 3% in the quarter ending June 2022, the steepest decline since records began two decades ago, as the nation continues to battle rising inflation and the cost-of-living crisis. Not accounting for inflation, growth in regular pay, excluding bonuses, would be…

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CW Sellors secures £1.5m loan amid growth plans

CW Sellors has secured funds worth £1.5m from MEIF Maven Debt Finance, enabling the jewellery company to open a new design and manufacturing facility in Derbyshire, which will include a jewellery boutique retail store, exhibition space, tours for visitors, and a café. The loan has been made available via the…

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