Camden
Camden stands as one of London’s most distinctive jewellery districts, known for its creative spirit, independent makers, and thriving retail scene. Jewellery Focus’s coverage of Camden delves into the area’s unique contribution to the UK jewellery trade, from artisan studios and bespoke workshops to innovative retail spaces and market traders driving local commerce.
Our reporting highlights business developments, brand stories, and design trends emerging from this vibrant hub. We explore how Camden’s jewellers combine craftsmanship with contemporary style, respond to evolving consumer demands, and adapt to wider changes in the capital’s retail landscape. For designers, retailers, and suppliers, this tag offers insight into one of the UK’s most eclectic jewellery communities and its role in shaping modern British jewellery culture.
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Sep- 2025 -26 SeptemberRetailers
Lovisa opens new store at Angel Central in Islington
Jewellery retailer Lovisa has opened a new store at Angel Central in Islington as part of its global expansion. The 711 sq ft unit is located on the ground floor next to Rituals and offers a wide range of affordable accessories alongside a piercing station. Lovisa joins fashion retailers including…
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Aug- 2025 -20 AugustRetailers
Lark and Berry launches London Icons jewellery collection
Sustainable fine jewellery brand Lark and Berry has launched its London Icons collection, a new range inspired by some of London’s best-known districts. The collection features eight lines, each reflecting the character of areas including Soho, Camden, Kensington and Mayfair. Designs incorporate 14k gold and cultured gemstones such as sapphires,…
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Feb- 2025 -12 FebruaryDesigners
British Academy of Jewellery to host charity fundraiser
The British Academy of Jewellery (BAJ) has organised ‘Jewellery for a Cause’, an exhibition and sale run by BA (Hons) Jewellery Design and Production students, fundraising for different charities. The fundraiser will take place on 13 February at BAJ’s newly acquired Camden campus from 18:00-20:00 GMT. The students will showcase…
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Apr- 2024 -15 AprilDesigners
BAJ hosts Graff for collaborative exhibition
The British Academy of Jewellery (BAJ) community and representatives from luxury jewellery house Graff, came together to host the BAJ X Graff Fine Jewellery Project. According to BAJ, the exhibition and awards evening marked an important collaboration between industry and education, highlighting the shared commitment to “nurturing aspiring creatives on…
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Mar- 2023 -3 MarchProduct Launches
The Camden Watch Company launches Language of Flowers necklace
The Camden Watch Company has announced its newest jewellery piece in a second collaboration with tattoo artist Rebecca Vincent, called The Language of Flowers necklace. The new necklace takes inspiration from collaboration on its best-selling watch. The Camden Watch Company initially worked with Vincent on two watch designs which immediately…
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May- 2022 -26 MayDesigners
The Camden Watch Company launches first jewellery piece
Independent British designer, The Camden Watch Company, has announced its debut into the jewellery market with the launch of a Memento Mori ring. The ring is solid 925 sterling silver unisex piece, adorned with the comany’s Memento Mori design in black. The design is a skull surrounded by a Victorian…
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Jun- 2020 -19 JuneNews
The Camden Watch Company to reopen flagship store
The Camden Watch Company has announced it will open its doors on 27 June with a soft reopening. Its flagship site will open on weekends with reduced hours, from 12pm until 5pm on both days. The retailer will then slowly open on more days throughout July. The group said that…
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May- 2019 -21 MayCrime
Five arrested over jewellery raid at Amir Jewellers
Five men have been arrested by the Metropolitan Police after the group raided the Amir Jewellers jewellery store in Maida Vale, London. According to the BBC, the thieves were armed with knives, a crowbar and a hammer and rode mopeds during the attack, which took place at around 5pm on…
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Jan- 2019 -16 JanuaryAnalysis
The generation gap in contemporary jewellery
Over the last nine years I’ve been working with independent professional jewellers in London, providing training in CAD for jewellery manufacturing. While many of my students and colleagues would classify themselves as fine jewellers, there are many more who classify themselves as jewellery designer-makers. Whether they come from the 50-year-old…
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Jan- 2016 -12 JanuaryCurrent Affairs
Camden Council to develop new jewellery workshops
Camden Council has announced its support of jewellery businesses in Hatton Garden through the development of new “affordable” work spaces. Camden, which said it hopes to help up-and-coming businesses who want to work in the area, has agreed to provide funding to business space operator Centa Business Services to refurbish…
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