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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Sep- 2025 -9 SeptemberRetailers
Laings unveils new Whispers of Natureโs Beauty collection
Jeweller Laings has launched its new Whispers of Natureโs Beauty autumn jewellery collection that reflects its โheritage and craftsmanshipโ. The designs are inspired by the landscape of northern Scotland, including the hills of Glencoe and seasonal changes such as autumn foliage.ย The range features diamonds, platinum and yellow gold, as…
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8 SeptemberRetailers
Beaverbrooks sees sales and profits fall amid โchallenging environmentโ
The Beaverbrooks Group has reported a fall in turnover and profit for the year to February 2025, but said it remains committed to investment and charitable giving as it marked ยฃ25m in donations since 2000. The family-owned jeweller recorded group turnover of ยฃ217.3m, down 3% from ยฃ224.3m the previous year.…
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8 SeptemberDesigners
Tiffany unveils new Bird on a Rock jewellery collection
Tiffany and Co has launched a new jewellery collection reimagining Jean Schlumbergerโs Bird on a Rock motif, one of the houseโs most recognisable designs. The collection, named Bird on a Rock by Tiffany, has been developed under the direction of Nathalie Verdeille, Tiffanyโs chief artistic officer for jewellery and high…
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2 SeptemberRetailers
Signet Jewelers raises full-year guidance as Q2 sales surge
Signet Jewelers, the worldโs largest retailer of diamond jewellery, has raised its full-year guidance as its sales for the 13 weeks ended 2 August 2025 (Q2 2025) increased 3% to $1.54bn (ยฃ1.15bn). Same-store sales rose 2%, with fashion and bridal jewellery contributing to a 9% increase in average unit retail…
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Aug- 2025 -28 AugustDesigners
Andre Michael to unveil crushed gem jewellery range
Hatton Garden-based supplier Andre Michael has announced that it will unveil its โCrushed Collectionโ, at the Jewellery Show on 31 August and 1 September. The new collection will comprise rings and pendants featuring crushed natural coloured gemstones and diamonds. The jewellery features crushed natural emeralds, rubies, sapphires or diamonds. The…
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27 AugustDesigners
Joma Jewellery debuts first lab-grown diamond collection
Joma Jewellery has announced the launch of its first ever laboratory-grown diamond collection, priced at ยฃ34. The collection pairs silver-plated jewellery with a charm set with a laboratory-grown diamond. Each design features a sentiment such as milestone birthdays, โWonderful Mumโ, โOne In a Millionโ and โFriendshipโ. Katie Loxton, creative director…
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27 AugustTrade Organisations
GIA to revise laboratory-grown diamond services from October
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) will introduce updated evaluation services for D-to-Z laboratory-grown diamonds from 1 October, replacing its existing system. The new service, called the Laboratory-Grown Diamond Quality Assessment, will use descriptive terms rather than the grading nomenclature developed for natural diamonds.ย Stones will be described as either…
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26 AugustRetailers
Austen and Blake opens new showroom in Dubai
British luxury jeweller Austen and Blake has opened a new showroom in Dubai, marking the brandโs 44th global location. The store, located in Gold Tower at Jumeirah Lake Towers, offers a made-to-order service that allows customers to design bespoke jewellery pieces, selecting from options including metals, gemstones and diamond carat,…
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22 AugustAppointments
GIA appoints Ram Natarajan to lead global laboratory operations
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has appointed Sriram Ram Natarajan as senior vice president of laboratory operations. Natarajan, previously managing director of GIA India Laboratory Private Limited, began his new role in early August.ย He is now based at GIAโs global headquarters in Carlsbad, California, and reports to president…
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21 AugustManufacturers
De Beers delivers $2.9bn economic contribution in 2024
De Beers has contributed $2.9bn (ยฃ2.16bn) in 2024 in taxes and economic value across its host countries and reported its best-ever safety record, with a total recordable injury frequency rate of 1.2. The figures were published in the groupโs 2024 sustainability report, which also highlighted progress across climate action, nature…
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