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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Feb- 2014 -20 FebruaryInternational
Signet tightens grip on US market with $690m Zale purchase
The US owner of British jewellery chains H Samuel and Ernest Jones has inched closer to market domination with the acquisition of smaller American chain Zale for a reported $690m (£414m). In a statement, Signet said it had stumped up for a $21-per-share cash deal, which represented a 41 per…
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19 FebruaryManufacturers
RJC certifies IWC and Panerai
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has announced that luxury watch manufacturers IWC Schaffhausen and Panerai have achieved certification by meeting the highest ethical, social and environmental standards established by the council’s Member Certification system. The RJC’s interim CEO, Catherine Sproule, said: “The successful verification assessment [for both manufacturers] was led by…
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Nov- 2013 -27 NovemberTrade Organisations
RJC launch new Code of Practices
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has launched its new Code of Practices while celebrating more than two-thirds of its membership achieving Certified Member level. During 2012 to 2013, the RJC carried out an extensive multi-stakeholder review of its mandatory Member standard, the Code of Practices. Incorporating valuable feedback from over…
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4 NovemberRetailers
Beaverbrooks among jewellers topping ‘happiness survey’
A recent survey of the happiness of customers who shop at high street businesses put three jeweller chains in the top 50 brands. The High Street Happiness Survey was conducted by Activate Solutions Group, recognised Beaverbrooks, F.Hinds and H.Samuel within the rankings. Beaverbrooks, which was placed second on the list,…
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Apr- 2013 -2 AprilManufacturers
Capella invests in the industry’s ethical future
Leading UK precious metal refiner Capella Manufacturing Ltd has launched a campaign to back the future of the jewellery industry by supporting up-and-coming students.
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Sep- 2012 -25 SeptemberProduct Launches
UNHCR and Frogpearl collaborate to create ‘Hope’ bracelet
The United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and jewellery company Frogpearl have partnered up to produce and distribute an ethically sourced ‘Hope’ bracelet.
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Jun- 2012 -13 JuneRetailers
Online watch market facing drastic changes
According to an internet-based stockist, independent jewellers have been leading the way online in recent years, as they have offered branded watches at discount prices, unlike the jewellery chains; but this looks set to change.
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Mar- 2012 -5 MarchRetailers
Rent demand tactics by retailers may be illegal, says BPF
The British Property Federation has warned retailers that any coordinated campaign to force landlords to accept having rent paid monthly rather than quarterly could be illegal under competition law.
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Jan- 2012 -17 JanuaryCelebrities
Celebrity endorsement
TV presenter, radio DJ and model Lisa Snowdon has chosen Fairtrade gold for a bespoke pendant inspired by ancient Sanskrit symbol the Aum, to mark her 40th birthday on 23 January.
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Dec- 2011 -1 DecemberRetailers
Best Women’s Boutique award for EC One
The London Magazine's Great Little Shop Awards has named jeweller EC One as the 'Best Women's Boutique', at a ceremony in Burlington Arcade.
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