Designers

70% of engagement ring diamonds lab-grown, Taylor and Hart finds

Some 70% of the diamonds on engagement rings given in 2025 were lab-grown, an increase of 14% from 2024, according to a report from Taylor and Hart. As a result of this, the average carat weight has climbed to 1.75ct, compared with 1.30ct the the year before. The data signals…

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Monica Vinader to make Liverpool debut at Liverpool One

Monica Vinader has announced that it is set to open its first store in Liverpool after agreeing a deal with Landsec for a unit at Liverpool One. Located in Keys Court, the 1,000 sq ft store will open next spring. Keys Court is being transformed by Landsec into a dual-sided…

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Ottoman Hands to release first solid gold jewellery range for 15th anniversary

Ottoman Hands will mark its 15th anniversary with the release of its first solid gold collection, due to go on sale exclusively through its website on 5 November 2025. The British jewellery brand, which began on a Portobello Road market stall, will introduce four 14ct yellow gold pieces featuring lab-grown…

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Loquet London launches winter jewellery collection

Jewellery brand Loquet London has unveiled its new Winter Collection, featuring designs inspired by the moon and natural forms. At the centre of the range is the Lunar Cushion Locket, handcrafted in 18-carat gold and illuminated by a single cushion-cut diamond. The circular locket is edged with smaller diamonds and…

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Dior unveils second chapter of Diorexquis high jewellery collection

Dior has revealed the second chapter of its Diorexquis high jewellery collection, designed by Victoire de Castellane, artistic director of Dior Joaillerie.  The new collection comprises 54 pieces and continues the “designer’s exploration of the house’s creative heritage”, a theme she has developed since launching Dior’s fine jewellery line in…

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Dior unveils new pieces in La Rose Dior jewellery line

Dior has expanded its La Rose Dior fine jewellery collection with new designs by creative director Victoire de Castellane, drawing on founder Christian Dior’s long-standing admiration for flowers and gardens. The latest additions include two Bois de Rose necklaces – one in white gold on a fine chain, and another…

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Sarah Jessica Parker joins Astrea London as creative director

Astrea London has announced the appointment of actor and entrepreneur Sarah Jessica Parker as global creative director and founding partner. The company, founded in 2023 by chief executive Nathalie Morrison, said Parker will help shape its creative direction and global brand strategy while promoting its social impact initiatives. Parker is…

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Blackacre launches first major collection

British fine jeweller Blackacre has unveiled its first major collection, marking a shift from bespoke-only designs to limited editions inspired by the company’s recent expedition to Colombia. The Origins Collection, released in October, reflects the brand’s commitment to ethical sourcing and transparency, with each piece linked to a documented journey…

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Tiffany and Co unveils new Paloma Picasso designs

Tiffany and Co has introduced new designs to its Paloma Picasso collections, including Olive Leaf, Olive Leaf Amethyst and Graffiti. The collections were created by designer Paloma Picasso, daughter of artists Pablo Picasso and Françoise Gilot, who has worked with the New York jeweller since the 1980s. Her pieces are…

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Haute Jewels to debut at LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair

Haute Jewels is set to make its London debut at the LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair later this month, bringing four international brands to the event for the first time. Running from 28 October to 2 November, with a preview day on 28 October, the fair will feature Stenzhorn, Sicis Jewels…

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