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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Aug- 2024 -2 AugustRetailers
Loquet launches new friendship charms
Loquet has expanded its charm collection with the launch of its new friendship charms. According to Loquet, these charms are designed to capture the “essence of friendships and fun in the sun”. The range features an 18k pale rose gold martini glass set with pink sapphires and a yellow gold…
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1 AugustDesigners
Jessica Flinn unveils Tea and Two Sugars pendant
Jessica Flinn has announced the launch of the Tea and Two Sugars Pendant crafted in celebration of National Yorkshire Day. The pendant is expertly crafted from the finest nine-carat recycled white, yellow, or rose gold, shaped into a tea cup and saucer. At its centre is a gemstone representing your…
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Jul- 2024 -29 JulyDesigners
Boodles unveils the Monaco collection
Boodles has announced the launch of its latest line, the Monaco collection inspired by the race track set within the city of Monte Carlo. Lining the route, white round brilliant-cut diamonds and pink diamonds are set in 18-carat Single Mine Origin pink and white gold. At the heart of each…
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23 JulyManufacturers
De Beers to sell Australian iron ore right to Taurus Funds Management
De Beers Group has announced the sale of an iron ore royalty right related to the Onslow Iron project in West Pilbara in Australia, as part of its focus on streamlining the business and divesting non-core assets in support of its Origins strategy. Taurus Funds Management will acquire the subsidiary…
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22 JulyTrade Organisations
The NAJ co-opts two new members to its national committee
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has announced the co-option of Kerry Saunders, operations director at Domino Jewellery, and Neil Ventura, CEO of Ventura Fine Jewellery, to its national committee board. Saunders comes with over 25 years of extensive experience in manufacturing, and throughout her career, she has honed her…
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22 JulyE-Commerce
Diamnet unveils ‘Diamnet Connect’ API
Diamond aggregation platform Diamnet has announced the launch of Diamnet Connect, an API designed specifically for jewellery retailers with an online presence. The feature allows retailers to seamlessly integrate Diamnet’s extensive diamond inventory into their own websites. As a result retailers can give their customers access to around 1.4 million…
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18 JulyRetailers
Sacet launches in five Austen and Blake UK stores
Ethical jewellery brand Sacet has launched in five Austen and Blake stores across the UK. This means Austen and Blake will introduce an ethical range into these five stores for the first time in six years. The Austen and Blake stores, which have introduced Sacet’s range of ethical jewellery collections,…
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11 JulyDesigners
Pomellato acquires Valenza setting lab
Pomellato has announced that it has acquired the Valenza setting lab, a stone setting laboratory based in Valenza. Through this acquisition, Pomellato aims both to reinforce its manufacturing capabilities, specifically in the diamond and precious stone setting sector. It also hopes that the move will support the international expansion of…
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10 JulyRetailers
Kiki McDonough expands its Detachables Collection
Kiki McDonough is celebrating 20 years of its Detachables Collection with the addition of 20 new, limited edition pieces. The concept, where hoops and earring drops can be selected separately, was first pioneered by the designer two decades ago to allow for “seamless transitions from day to day, or day…
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4 JulyDesigners
Repossi unveils second chapter of Serti Sur Vide anniversary collection
Repossi has unveiled the second chapter of its celebration of the 10 year anniversary of its Serti Sur Vide collection. The second chapter is titled “a tribute to composition” and was presented in June 2024 at the Centre Pompidou. The maison focused on an ear cuff designed by Alberto Repossi…
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