Bespoke
Bespoke jewellery continues to grow in demand, offering consumers personalised, one-of-a-kind pieces while providing jewellers and designers with lucrative opportunities. For UK trade professionals, the bespoke market requires insight into customer trends, craftsmanship innovations, and marketing strategies to deliver tailored experiences. Jewellery Focus covers the bespoke sector in depth, including design processes, technology such as CAD and 3D printing, business case studies, and insights into scaling bespoke services within retail operations.
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Dec- 2025 -9 DecemberDesigners
Alexandria launches debut men’s high-end collection
Alexandria, a new London-based men’s high jewellery brand, has launched with a collection of 18k gold rings influenced by historic leaders including Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar and Genghis Khan. The company, founded by Ryan Bernell, aims to offer what it describes as a more distinctly masculine approach to fine…
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9 DecemberRetailers
Diamonds Factory opens new Metrocentre store
Diamonds Factory has expanded its North East footprint with the opening of a new store at the Metrocentre, marking the brand’s latest investment in its UK retail network. The new space, which builds on the success of Diamonds Factory’s Newcastle showroom, will offer customers access to handcrafted jewellery, including engagement…
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Nov- 2025 -27 NovemberRetailers
Mouawad launches third chapter of its Master Collection
Mouawad has released the third chapter of its Master Collection, introducing two high-jewellery suites inspired by the Great Wall of China and the Taj Mahal. The chapter, titled Sun on the Seven Wonders, continues the series’ focus on interpreting historic landmarks. The Great Wall of China suite features a yellow…
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26 NovemberRetailers
Weir and Sons acquires Chichester jeweller R.L. Austen
Dublin-based jeweller Weir and Sons has acquired Chichester jeweller R.L. Austen, bringing the two long-established businesses under common ownership. Weir and Sons was founded in 1869 by goldsmith Thomas Weir and remains owned by his descendants. The company operates stores in Dublin and sells jewellery, watches, silver and related goods.…
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24 NovemberDesigners
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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18 NovemberRetailers
Ainsworth Jewellers marks 155th anniversary
Ainsworth Jewellers marked a milestone moment with a spectacular weekend of celebrations to honour 60 years at its Darwen Street premises and 155 years in business. Guests enjoyed a weekend filled with special in-store experiences, food, drink, exclusive offers and the highly anticipated anniversary competition from RSVP replies or the…
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10 NovemberRetailers
Wongs Jewellers and River Island join forces for Liverpool collaboration
Wongs Jewellers has partnered with Atelier River Island in a collaboration described as the first of its kind for the fashion retailer. The partnership brings Wongs’ Welded by Wongs bracelet experience to River Island’s College Lane pop-up in Liverpool city centre. The service allows customers to create bespoke welded bracelets…
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Oct- 2025 -30 OctoberManufacturers
Merrell Casting adds Single Mine Origin gold to ethical range
Merrell Casting has introduced Single Mine Origin (SMO) gold to its range of ethically sourced metals, expanding its offering for the jewellery sector. The Birmingham-based casting specialist, a sister company of Hockley Mint, said the addition supports its commitment to traceable and responsibly sourced materials. Its existing range includes Fairtrade…
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29 OctoberDesigners
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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27 OctoberAuctions
Nathalie Kelley launches Pure Earth’s 2025 Pure Gold Auction necklace
Actress and environmental activist Nathalie Kelley has designed a bespoke jewellery piece for Pure Earth’s 2025 Pure Gold Auction, created to raise awareness of mercury-free gold mining and responsible sourcing. The necklace, made from 18-carat Fairmined gold, was produced in collaboration with Peruvian jewellery designer Andrea José. The gold was…
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