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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Apr- 2024 -5 AprilRetailers
Gecko extends D for Diamond collection with Simply Imagine range
Gecko has extended its D for Diamond collection with a new Simply Imagine range. The collection caters to both older and younger children alike. The new range features earrings, bangles and chains. For tweens, there is a range of “sophisticated” pieces including a larger hinged bangle and tactile jewellery. Meanwhile,…
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Feb- 2024 -22 FebruaryRetailers
Boodles unveils new Lucky collection
Boodles has launched its new equine-inspired collection, Lucky. The new range is designed to showcase the “majestic nature” of racehorses and the “exhilarating moments” of racing. The first winner of the Cheltenham Gold Cup, which Boodles now sponsors, was called Red Splash and for this new collection, its designers drew…
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9 FebruaryDesigners
Pomellato unveils Catene high jewellery collection
Milanese jeweller Pomellato has unveiled its latest high jewellery collection entitled Catene. The Catene collection, based on the voluptuous ‘gourmette’ link, has become one of Pomellato’s signature necklace designs. The new rose gold high jewellery necklace, bracelet, and earrings are entirely swathed in diamonds, continuing the tradition of creating contemporary…
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Jan- 2024 -8 JanuaryRetailers
Loquet opens new flagship boutique
British fine jewellery brand Loquet has opened the doors to its new flagship store Belgravia’s Elizabeth Street as it celebrates its 10th anniversary. Along with the launch of the new store, to celebrate its 10th year, Loquet has gone through an in-depth rebranding process which encompasses everything from design, website…
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Dec- 2023 -8 DecemberRetailers
Seol and Gold launches its first Men’s Collection
Seol and Gold has unveiled its first-ever Men’s Collection The new collection features a mix of chunky chains, single hoops, classic chains and bracelets as well as signet rings and necklaces. The new collection also includes Seol + Gold classics in extended sizing, styled for men. The pieces in the…
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1 DecemberDesigners
Venyx unveils the Man Ray collection
Venyx has announced the launch of its latest collection inspired by the surrealist artist Man Ray. The collection will be made up of nine limited-edition pieces based on three of Man Ray’s masterpieces, The Lovers (1936), Glass Tears (1932) and The Venus Restored (1936). The gigantic, flame-red lips dominating The…
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Nov- 2023 -16 NovemberRetailers
Newcastle ‘most jewellery-obsessed city’ in the UK, study finds
Newcastle has been named as the ‘most jewellery-obsessed city’ in the UK, scoring an overall score of 93.92, according to a new report by luxury jewellery retailer Liberty London. The report stated that Newcastle shone brightly at the top of its overall table, consistently scoring amongst the highest in each…
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14 NovemberDesigners
MJ Jones opens pop up at Harvey Nichols Manchester
Contemporary fine jewellery brand MJ Jones has announced the opening of its new pop-up space at Harvey Nichols, Manchester. The company will debut its newest jewellery range, Essentials, exclusive to Harvey Nichols at the site. Located on Menswear, Second Floor, the space features MJ Jones’ signature monogram print and logo…
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Oct- 2023 -3 OctoberRetailers
Seol and Gold launches new Modern Heirlooms collection
Seol and Gold has launched its new Modern Heirlooms collection, exclusively online and in-store. The new collection is inspired by the vintage treasure chests and the classics. It features 46 pieces and includes ear stacks, statement layered chains and interchanging charms. All pieces in the range are crafted from either…
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Jul- 2023 -26 JulyNews
RJC officially launches first ESG toolkit
Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has officially launched its first ever ESG toolkit to members after it was exclusively launched on 23 June 2023 at Harvard University. The “State of the Art Jewellery” summit hosted by RJC, the Gemmological Institute of America (GIA) and the Mineralogical and Geological Museum at Harvard…
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