Diamond
Diamonds remain the cornerstone of the global jewellery trade, shaping trends and driving consumer demand across all market segments. For UK jewellers, designers, wholesalers, and manufacturers, staying informed about developments in the diamond sector is critical to navigating supply chain dynamics, pricing fluctuations, and shifting consumer preferences. Jewellery Focus provides comprehensive coverage of the diamond industry, including market analysis, ethical and lab-grown alternatives, regulatory changes, and insights into sourcing and sustainability. From the latest trends in diamond jewellery to updates from major producers and distributors, our reporting equips trade professionals with the knowledge to make informed commercial decisions.
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Oct- 2024 -4 OctoberRetailers
Emeralds Brits favourite diamond alternative, Glamira finds
Emeralds are the UK’s favourite diamond alternative with an average of 38,022 Google searches a month, according to data from Glamira.co.uk. The second most popular gemstone alternative to diamond rings is sapphire with an average of 29,810 searches a month. Moissanite rings are in third place with an average of…
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4 OctoberDesigners
Kiki McDonough launches Special Editions collection
British jewellery brand Kiki McDonough has announced the launch of the new Special Editions collection for 2024 on 6 November 2024. The collection features earrings, necklaces, rings and bracelets in combinations of diamonds and gemstones, including Green Beryls and Morganites. According to Kiki McDonough, the range has been inspired by…
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2 OctoberRetailers
Dialog announces collaboration agreement with Disons Gems Inc
Dialog Solutions has announced that it has agreed a partnership with Disons Gems Inc which will see Disons become a premier vendor on the Dialog Platform. Dialog is a diamond and diamond jewellery subscription service and the partnership will mean that customers will have access to Disons products. Originally launched…
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2 OctoberRetailers
Signet Jewellers CEO to step down
Global diamond jewellery retailer Signet Jewellers has announced that after 12 years at the company, Virginia C. Drosos is planning to retire as CEO and as a member of the board, effective 4 November 2024. Following a thoughtful succession planning and search process, the board has appointed J.K. Symancyk to…
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1 OctoberRetailers
Astrea launches Eternal and L’Amour collections
Astrea London has announced the launch of two new lab-grown diamond collections, Eternal and L’Amour. The Eternal Collection features different diamond pieces, including tennis bracelets, stud earrings, and eternity rings, designed for everyday style. Meanwhile, the L’Amour range boasts an exclusive offering of engagement rings and men’s jewellery. With their…
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Sep- 2024 -25 SeptemberRetailers
Beaverbrooks sees profits fall despite ‘record’ turnover
Family-owned diamond, jewellery and watch retailer Beaverbrooks has announced record turnover of £228.6m from £225m despite seeing a drop in operating profits to £10.5m from £25.7m for the period between March 2023 to February 2024. The group attributed the £3m increase in turnover to growing market share in a difficult…
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20 SeptemberRetailers
Bucherer launches new Pure Capsule collection
Bucherer Fine Jewellery has launched its new Pure Capsule collection, which pays homage to the “creative powers of Mother Nature”. The Pure Capsule collection comprises fine gold chains in three different alloys, each adorned with a pear-cut coloured gemstone. All the pieces in the collection are made by master craftsmen…
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18 SeptemberDesigners
Missoma unveils jewellery advent calendars
Missoma has announced the launch of three advent calendars, a 12-piece gold box and 12-piece silver box and a six-piece solid gold edition for 2024. The 12-piece gold box retails for £395, the silver box for £365 and the six-piece solid gold box retails for £1,295. The gold and silver…
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16 SeptemberRetailers
Jessica Flinn launches new Golden Hour collection
Jessica Flinn has announced the launch of its Golden Hour collection, where every lab grown diamond is crafted using solar and wind energy, and every metal is entirely recycled. With each lab grown diamond created from 100% renewable energy sources, the collection is a “forward-thinking approach to eco-friendly luxury”. Each…
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13 SeptemberDesigners
Alice Van Cal unveils Halo Jackets
Alice Van Cal has announced the launch of Halo Jackets, new styles which can be attached to stud earrings. The Halo Collection can be mixed and matched with Alice Van Cal’s Stud collection. It has an assortment of choices from Sapphires, Rubies, Emeralds and Diamonds and different halo shapes. Each…
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