Chains
Chains are a core component of the jewellery trade, essential for both standalone pieces and as part of necklaces, bracelets, and other designs. For UK jewellers, manufacturers, and suppliers, understanding trends in chain styles, materials, and consumer preferences is key to meeting market demand. Jewellery Focus provides detailed coverage on chains, including product launches, design innovations, manufacturing techniques, and insights into supply chain and sourcing developments that affect this vital category.
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Dec- 2017 -22 DecemberFeatures
Pearl Corner – Four Pearl Trends
Pearls have been around virtually forever and what is so unique about them is that they are still relevant for the discerning woman today – the pearl boom shows no sign of slowing down any time soon. By LOUISE TIPPEY Whilst you read this you will be looking for some…
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Nov- 2017 -28 NovemberTrade Organisations
RJC expands into the silver supply chain
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has announced its expansion of its material scope to include silver. This expansion adds another key sector to the RJC’s remit, helping the council to widen its authority and reputation across the industry. The expansion of the RJC into the silver supply chain comes after…
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Oct- 2017 -20 OctoberAdvice
Autism – How to improve the shopping experience
64% of autistic people avoid going to shops. The National Autistic Society explains how to create a friendly environment all year round. Last month, from 2 – 9 October, The National Autistic Society held the first ever mass participation Autism Hour. Penny Mordaunt, minister of state for Department for Work…
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6 OctoberProduct Launches
Bransom allows jewellers to spot watch trends with new sales data service
Jewellery EPOS provider Bransom is allowing its Bsmart2 clients to have comprehensive access to watch sales data through its new GfK Watch Panel. The service shows users what’s selling across Great Britain and gives them the opportunity to see if there are trends and popular watches they may not be…
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Sep- 2017 -21 SeptemberEvents
Fairtrade to make history with first African gold shipment to UK
Fairtrade will make history today (21 September) when it announces the first ever shipment of African Fairtrade gold from Uganda, with a select number of pieces made from the precious metal expected to go on sale in stores in time for Christmas. The gold will be revealed to attendees of…
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14 SeptemberInternational
CIBJO releases report considering impact of new EU regulations on jewellery trade
The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) has released a report analysing the global impact of the new European Union (EU) mineral conflict legislation on the jewellery trade. The new legislation, passed in April, is designed to eliminate the import of gold, tin, tantalum and tungsten that has been used to finance…
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Aug- 2017 -8 AugustDesigners
Bijou Bijou launches in the UK
Bijou Bijou, the Greek fashion jewellery brand, has officially landed in the UK with the aim of taking a piece of the £600m fashion and costume jewellery market. The company stocks over 1,000 individual pieces of jewellery, from bracelets, rings and necklaces through to body chains and anklets. It handcrafts…
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Jun- 2017 -15 JuneDesigners
Swarovski unveils new Remix range
Swarovski has unveiled its new Remix collection as part of its AW17 releases. The new range features bracelets with invisible magnetic closures which can be continuously added to. The pieces can be customised and lengthened to be worn as wraparound bracelets, necklaces, or body chains. It is made to appeal…
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May- 2017 -22 MayCurrent Affairs
Jeweller makes bridal collection with ‘most ethical gold’
Jewellery designer Arabel Lebrusan has released a bridal collection with what it describes as the “most ethical gold”. The exclusive range features earrings, engagement rings and wedding rings made with Fairmined Ecological Gold and the brand claims it is the “first of its kind” in the UK market. The brand…
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Mar- 2017 -7 MarchEvents
Alyssa Smith Jewellery named Hertfordshire’s ‘best retailer’
Jewellery design firm Alyssa Smith Jewellery has been named the ‘Best Retailer of the Year’ at Hertfordshire’s Biz4Biz awards. A total of 12 awards were presented at the event hosted by Tewin Bury Farm Hotel in Hertfordshire, with the awards aiming to showcase the best of business in the country.…
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