Designers
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Mar- 2018 -23 March
Raymond Weil unveils limited edition AC/DC inspired watch
Luxury Swiss watchmaker Raymond Weil has unveiled a new collaboration in its Music Icons series, paying tribute Rock and Roll Hall of famers AC/DC. The limited edition watch incorporates subtle design cues inspired by the legendary Rock Band. Measuring 42 mm in diameter, the freelancer AC/DC Limited Edition is lined…
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22 March
Ted Baker sees retail sales increase by 10.4%
Fashion watch and jewellery brand Ted Baker has reported a 10.4% increase in its retail sales in the 52 weeks ending 27 January 2018. The total increase in retail sales amounted to £442.5m, with UK and Europe up 7.7% (6.4% in constant currency) to £301.1m, US and Canada up 16.2%…
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16 March
Michel Herbelin bids to ‘reconquer’ the UK watch market
Michel Herbelin French Watchmaking Studio has acquired its long-standing distributor Michel Herbelin UK as a directly controlled subsidiary. The acquisition in early February signalled a “dynamic strategy to win over a new generation of British watch lovers”. The current Michel Herbelin UK team will remain in place, rolling out the…
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15 March
Signet Jewelers reports ‘challenging’ fiscal year
Signet Jewelers has posted its fourth quarter and fiscal 2018 results, which showed same store sales declined by 5.2% in the fourth quarter and declined overall by 5.3% for the full fiscal year. The groups said it aims to implement its ‘Signet Path to Brilliance’ transformation strategy, in order to…
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9 March
TAG Heuer becomes official partner of Aston Martin
Andy Palmer, president and CEO of Aston Martin has announced that TAG Heuer has been chosen as the company’s official partner. According to the group the Aston Martin brand is the embodiment of British elegance and luxury, TAG Heuer said it was these values which appealed to the company as…
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6 March
Twin Hong Kong jewellery shows attract record 87,000 buyers
Featuring more than 4,550 exhibitors, the fifth Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem and Pearl Show and the 35th Hong Kong International Jewellery Show concluded with participation from about 87,000 buyers from 145 countries and regions. Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), more than 33,700 buyers visited the…
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2 March
Goldsmiths Meadowhall reopens after refurbishment
High street jeweller Goldsmiths has unveiled its newly refurbished Meadowhall showroom, following a £10,000 investment. As part of the revamped showroom, customers will also be able to purchase a variety of jewellery collections such as Goldsmiths exclusives Jenny Packham and Mappin and Webb, Italian brands Fope, Gucci and Roberto Coin…
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Feb- 2018 -28 February
Vanacci extends fragrance infused jewellery line
Jewellery brand Vanaaci has announced that it is to extend its range of fragrance infused products. Established in 2014, Vanacci creates unique pendants, bracelets, wallets, cufflinks and watches at their headquarters in Leeds, Yorkshire. The firm is due to launch the new products on 28 February 2018. The Nightfall range…
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27 February
The Goldsmiths’ Centre launches business growth programme
The Goldsmiths’ Centre has launched a ‘Business Growth Programme’, designed to offer business skills, short courses and talks tailored to the fine jewellery and the contemporary silversmithing sectors. Led by experts and industry practitioners, this programme aims to provide entrepreneurs with the tools to craft their business skills and implement…
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26 February
Beaverbrooks named one of best companies to work for in 2018
Beaverbrooks the jewellers has risen up 15 places to number 11 in ‘The Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For 2018’ and is the highest ranked retailer. The family owned company, which is celebrating its 100th birthday next year, has featured in the prestigious list for 15 consecutive years…
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