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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Aug- 2022 -24 AugustRetailers
Robinson Pelham launches on Net-a-Porter
London-based fine jewellery brand, Robinson Pelham, has officially launched on Net-a-Porter, joining a line-up of brands now selling with the premium e-tailer. Collections which are now available on the site include Identity, Stud Club, EarWishes, Elixir and Orbs. Other collections include Orb cuffs, Giant orb hoops, and Fortune Hearts. Additionally,…
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18 AugustRetailers
Yoko London unveils new London flagship store
Luxury pearl jeweller, Yoko London, has opened a new flagship store on Sloane Street in London, spanning over 4,000 square feet across two floors which reportedly makes it one of the largest pearl jewellery stores in the world. The new store is housed in an 1890 building, and it will…
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Jul- 2022 -14 JulyRetailers
Charles Nobel eyes expansion as it celebrates 50th anniversary
Family-owned and run jewellery business, Charles Nobel is celebrating its 50th anniversary, and has said it is focusing on enhancing its range of diamond jewellery for the future. The New Milton business was founded in 1972 by Keith and Jenny Bollard, with the couple moving from the North of England…
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14 JulyProduct Launches
Robinson Pelham unveils new collections amid 25th anniversary
British fine jewellers, Robinson Pelham, has launched several new collections and updated colourways and iterations of its classics to celebrate 25 years in business. The new collections include Entwined rings which are a limited-edition capsule set featuring two geometric rings, one in carre diamonds with rainbow sapphires, and the other…
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Jun- 2022 -23 JuneRetailers
Bunny von Karatz unveils new collection inspired by cities around the world
Bunny von Karatz, a new emerging jewellery brand, has unveiled its new collection created by Ruth MacDonald. Inspired by the 20th Century aesthete Bunny Von Karatz, BVK launched with its signature piece, ‘The Bunny’, six pieces named for iconic global cities or locations: Trancoso, Sevilla, Jaipur, Fez, Kandy and Shanghai.…
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23 JuneRetailers
Laings unveils diamond and sapphire necklet for charity
Laings has unveiled a 2ct carat diamond and sapphire necklet created to help raise funds for Sir Jackie Stewart’s charity, Race Against Dementia. The one-off piece features over 100 diamonds and two blue sapphires – which represent the Saltire. It was crafted to pay homage to Stewart’s prestige as a…
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22 JuneRetailers
Diamonds Factory Ireland defaults to lab-grown diamonds
Diamonds Factory Ireland, a bespoke jewellery manufacturer, has announced it will default 70% of its online products to lab-grown diamonds to help consumers cut costs. The announcement came as the global cost of diamonds rose by 30% over the past three months. By purchasing lab-grown, shoppers could save up to…
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14 JuneFeatures
Laings: what’s next?
What is your history in the industry? I have been in the industry for over 27 years, having held various roles across the sector and within Laings itself – from shop floor to operations management. My career in the jewellery and watch sector started in 1995 with Ernest Jones, before…
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7 JuneProduct Launches
DMR unveils collaboration to mark Platinum Jubilee
David M Robinson (DMR) and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Society have collaborated to introduce a diamond brooch, crafted from 950 grade platinum, and designed to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. The piece bears the Platinum Jubilee hallmark, and features a large white pearl. Round brilliant cut diamonds have been arranged…
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May- 2022 -19 MayRetailers
DMR launches new concept showroom in Liverpool
David M Robinson (DMR) has announced the reopening of its flagship Liverpool showroom, following an “extensive refurbishment and expansion”, marking a 72% upsize in the jewellers’ existing presence in the city. The project is DMR’s largest expansion to date and it introduces the first new concept showroom for the brand,…
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