Designers
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Jun- 2020 -18 June
Astrid & Miyu pledges support to black-owned businesses and students
Astrid and Miyu has announced the launch of two separate mentorship programmes aimed at supporting black-owned businesses and students. The programmes will support six young black business owners with the “start-up lifecycle” and help 10 black students “kickstart” their career in the fashion industry. The initiative has been launched in…
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16 June
Lark & Berry launches competition for aspiring jewellers
Lark and Berry has launched a new competition to find an aspiring artist or jewellery designer to collaborate with on a limited-edition capsule collection that will debut early next year. The brand, which was the first known fine jewellery designer to exclusively use only cultured diamonds and gemstones, said that…
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15 June
Swarovski partners with NHS Charities Together
Swarovski has announced a new partnership with NHS Charities Together in order to show appreciation for those that have worked on the frontline during the global pandemic. As part of the group’s ongoing #SparkDelight initiative, Swarovski has pledged to donate a portion of sales received on selected pieces from its…
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2 June
Lark & Berry launches bespoke engagement ring service
Lark & Berry has announced the launch of a new bespoke design guide offering customers the chance to design their own ring. The move follows on from the sustainable brand’s recent launch of direct-to-consumer engagement ring options in order to meet increasing demand. The brand’s website has seen a 900%…
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2 June
Hublot launches Big Bang e timepiece
Hublot has announced the launch of the Big Bang e, described as a connected watch equipped with the latest technology. It is the newest embodiment of its previous Big Bang model. The Big Bang e is available in a 42 mm case, made from either titanium or ceramic. The hour…
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1 June
Master craftsman Simon Caldicott dies aged 62
Theo Fennell has announced the passing of Simon Caldicott, the award-winning master craftsman, mounter, model maker and small worker who spent nearly forty years working for the designer. Caldicott passed away at the age of 62, following a short illness. A statement issued by designer Theo Fennell said: “I am…
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May- 2020 -27 May
Leo with Love launches giveaway initiative
Leo with Love has launched a new initiative that will enable customers to receive a complimentary piece of jewellery for every product purchased online. According to the jewellery brand, customers will be able to qualify for the additional piece once they receive their initial purchase. They will then be asked…
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27 May
Crafts Council publishes first industry report
The Crafts Council, alongside support from the Goldsmiths’ Company, has published the first major report that identifies the strength and popularity of the craft industry in Britain. Its findings will work to help drive market demand and “inform an action plan for the economic recovery of the craft sector, post…
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22 May
Bracelets Together initiative launched
Alison Hargreaves has announced the launch of a new non-profit range of bracelets to raise £25,000 for NHS Charities Together. The Midhaven co-director Midhaven launched the Bracelets Together initiative to enable funds to be raised for the Covid-19 Urgent Appeal campaign, and more than £2,000 has already been raised in…
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20 May
Astrid & Miyu founder launches business accelerator programme
The owner of Astrid and Miyu has announced the launch of a new mentoring programme for small businesses looking to establish retail start-ups in the UK. Three independent businesses, including alcohol brand Collagin, accessory brand Sun and Day and handbag brand AMZA have now been chosen for a three-month Business…
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