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- 2023 -9 OctoberDesigners
Colormond launches first three collections
Sustainable jewellery brand Colormond has announced the launch of its first three collections. The new collections are based around lab grown diamonds in a range of unusual colours. The collections were created by Fei Liu, the award winning British fine jewellery designer, in collaboration with Colormond. Fei Liu has drawn…
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6 OctoberRetailers
Chupi to open flagship Dublin store this October
Chupi has announced that it is launching a new flagship store in Dublin on 18 October. The new 4500 ft hybrid retail and studio space, will be located on Clarendon Street, just off Grafton Street. The ground floor unit has 107.86 sqm footage with three street facing windows with a…
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Sep- 2023 -29 SeptemberE-Commerce
Ebay UK launches Authentication Guarantee for fine jewellery
Ebay UK has announced the expansion of its Authenticity Guarantee programme to fine jewellery, as customer demand for luxury items continues to gain momentum with double-digit growth. New and pre-loved fine jewellery sold for £500 and over will soon be eligible to be independently verified in collaboration with GIA, the…
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28 SeptemberDesigners
Chupi launches three new bracelets
Chupi has announced a new bracelet collection that includes three new signature fine jewellery bracelets. After four years in development, the collection is made up of The Hawthorn Twig Bracelet, North Star Bracelet and Lost Without You Bracelet. The Hawthorn Twig Bracelet, which retails for £489, comes in 14k recycled…
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28 SeptemberRetailers
Maya adds 369 ring to its Out of Office collection
London-based fine jewellery brand Maya Gemstones has added a new Nikola Tesla-inspired ring, 369, to its Out of Office collection. The ring is made of 18ct yellow gold and has a bespoke 12.32ct oval-cut rubellite as its central stone. The gem is flanked by two intricate pencil designs, each with…
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27 SeptemberRetailers
Bucherer Fine Jewellery launches on Mytheresa
Bucherer has announced that its jewellery brand Bucherer Fine Jewellery has exclusively launched with luxury online retailer Mytheresa. Mytheresa is the first online retail partner for Bucherer Fine Jewellery and will offer a curated selection of the brand’s “exquisite” pieces available as of immediate effect. The Mytheresa selection features pieces…
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22 SeptemberManufacturers
Lightbox shuts down bridal jewellery experiment
De Beers Group’s lab created jewellery brand Lightbox has confirmed that it has concluded its engagement ring trial. Through the test the company deepened its understanding of lab-grown diamonds (LGD) and evaluated the changing landscape and consumer perceptions associated with them. De Beers said that Lightbox will continue to focus…
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18 SeptemberRetailers
Beaverbrooks reports ‘record’ turnover of £225m
National family-owned jewellery, diamond and watch retailer, Beaverbrooks, has announced “record” turnover of £225m in its latest accounts (March 2022 to February 2023), an increase of 11.4% on the previous year. Its operating profit also amounted to £25.7m. Beaverbrooks said that despite the effects of the cost-of-living crisis and uncertain…
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18 SeptemberTrade Organisations
Natural Diamond Council launches new global campaign
The Natural Diamond Council (NDC) has announced the launch of its new global campaign, To Treasure Now and Forever. As part of the new campaign actress Lily James has signed on to be an ambassador for the brand. The new campaign aims to celebrate the versatility of natural diamonds and…
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15 SeptemberManufacturers
Petra Diamonds swings to loss amid diamond production decline
Petra Diamonds has reported that it swung to a pre-tax loss of $38.8m (£31.31m) in its preliminary results for FY2023, down from a pre-tax profit of $139.5m (£112.58) the previous year. It also confirmed its adjusted profit before tax amounted to $8.3m (£6.69m), compared with $155.1m a year prior. Petra…
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