Events

Theo Fennell to showcase pieces at Harrods’ Biennale Exhibition

Theo Fennell is set to showcase a selection of “one-of-a-kind pieces” at the Harrods Biennale Exhibition.  To celebrate the Paris Biennale, the annual art fair in Paris, Harrods will be transforming its Fine Jewellery Room into an exhibition space showcasing the latest “high jewellery” creations. Included in the selection due…

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IJL reports “robust sales” and 4% boost in visits

International Jewellery London (IJL) has reported a 4% increase in the number of visitors to the show following its move to Olympia Grand in London.  Early forecasts from IJL also show a 15% increase in attendance from its Diamond Club – a VIP initiative to attract top buyers. Sam Willoughby,…

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Graff Diamonds to return La Biennale

Graff Diamonds has announced it is returning to Paris-based show La Biennale des Antiquaires after a 12 year absence.  The firm said it plans to showcase some of its rare diamonds and gemstones along with two “outstanding” pieces of jewellery including the Royal Star of Paris brooch (which can also…

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18ct gold case edition for Apple smartwatch offering

US tech firm Apple has revealed its new ‘Apple Watch’, a wristwatch with a touch screen and iPhone-style apps, at a convention in California. The watch will be available from early 2015. The firm says the device, the most basic of which will retail for $349 (around £220), is of “a…

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Endless Jewelry signs 40 new UK accounts at IJL

Rapidly-growing brand Endless Jewelry has enjoyed a successful show at this year’s International Jewellery London, signing 40 new accounts. This is the first year the brand, owned by former Pandora boss Jesper Nielsen, has exhibited at the show. New stockists include Flitwick Jewellers, Inspired by Brufords, John Moore Jewellers Cork, Bonds…

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Charity auction at IJL raises over £3,000 for Breast Cancer Care

A charity auction at International Jewellery London (IJL) has raised more than £3,000 for Breast Cancer Care.  Hosted on the opening night of the show, at the late-night shopping evening, the auction featured 12 lots from designers and brands, including Ingenious Jewellery, Deakin & Francis, Marcia Lanyon and Sarah Ho.…

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IJL registrations up 15% up for new Olympia show

Major jewellery trade show International Jewellery London (IJL) has recorded a 15% rise in visitor registrations for its 2014 event, compared to last year. In a sign that the jewellery industry is continuing to show signs of gaining buoyancy, the event, which this year moved from Earl’s Court Exhibition Centre…

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Theo Fennell set to judge Shine Showcase 2014

Theo Fennell has announced that he will be a member of the judging panel for the Shine Show 2014 at The Goldsmith’s centre in Clerkenwell, London.  The showcase, which is part of the London Design Festival, will celebrate the most exceptional craftsmanship in goldsmithing, silversmithing and jewellery design and will…

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Vanilla Ink set to launch first Scottish Jewellery Week

Dundee-based Vanilla Ink, a studio that supports jewellers during the transition from student to professional, has announced the inaugural Scottish Jewellery Week 2014 (SJW).  The 10-day festival has been produced in response to and to celebrate the ever-growing jewellery community of Scotland, and will feature a programme of exhibitions, a…

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IJL announces major partnership with UKTI

International Jewellery London has announced a key partnership with UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) for this year’s show, in order to help the UK brands’ global marketing.  UKTI’s role is to assist UK-based companies succeed within the global economy through their network of specialists around the world. UKTI will provide…

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