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- 2022 -27 OctoberRetailers
Dior unveils Rose des Vents collection
Dior has announced its newest collection, Rose des Vents, conceived as an “odyssey on the four winds”. It features a range of semi-precious stones in Monsieur Dior’s favourite colours adorning reversible medallions. Edged with a gold rice grain setting recalling a sailor’s rope, each motif is to be worn showing…
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24 OctoberRetailers
Lark & Berry unveils Nexus collection
Lark and Berry has launched its new collection of fine, luxury jewellery, with each piece set in 14k gold and taking inspiration from nature’s “wondrous and awe-inspiring connectivity”. The Nexus collection comprises an assortment of lab-grown rings, bracelets, necklaces and earrings, with sustainable gemstones including grown sapphires, lab-grown rubies, man-made…
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20 OctoberRetailers
Bradley’s Jewellers expands Fabergé Yorkshire Rose collection
Bradley’s Jewellers York has added new designs to its Yorkshire Rose collection in collaboration with Fabergé, and the jeweller plans to continue developing the collection alongside its own-brand Yorkshire Rose bridal and fine jewellery offering. Its latest addition, the Fabergé Yorkshire Rose Egg Charm is crafted from 18k gold and…
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19 OctoberDesigners
Mappin & Webb introduces latest Luxury Collection
Mappin and Webb has introduced the second chapter of its ‘Luxury Jewellery Collection,’ a specially curated range of unique jewellery showcasing the most precious stones with the greatest carat weight and intricate designs to date. It is the second instalment of the collection, which houses over 160 pieces. It features…
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18 OctoberAppointments
De Beers Group bolsters executive committee
De Beers Group has announced new appointments to its Group Executive Committee (ExCo) following a number of internal promotions, with Riaan Burger, Rasila Vaghjiani, Malebogo Mpugwa and Ryan Perry joining the ExCo. Burger joins the ExCo as CEO of Namdeb, while Vaghjiani is promoted from her role as senior vice…
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17 OctoberRetailers
ROX opens first London store
Rox Jewellers has announced the opening of its first London boutique, located in the Battersea Power Station. The showroom comprises 1,500 square feet and has been designed in a similar style to the company’s six other Rox boutiques in the UK with bespoke fixtures, “luxurious” fabrics and “high spec” finishes…
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14 OctoberDesigners
Prada launches first fine jewellery collection
Prada has launched its first fine jewellery collection, Eternal Gold, which uses 100% certified recycled gold alongside artisanal techniques and precious gems and metals. The sustainable collection comprises snake bracelets, heart motifs, chain necklaces, and ribbon chokers, which Prada said are signs and signifiers of affection and love. Prada’s own…
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10 OctoberAppointments
De Beers Group names new CEO
De Beers Group has announced that its chief executive officer (CEO), Bruce Cleaver, will be succeeded by Al Cook, effective early next year. Cleaver will become co-chairman of De Beers Group, alongside De Beers Group chairman and Anglo American chief executive Duncan Wanblad. Overall, Cook brings over 25 years of…
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7 OctoberEconomy
De Beers Group venture appoints new CEO
Debmarine Namibia, the diamond recovery joint venture owned in equal shares by the Government of the Republic of Namibia and De Beers Group, announced the appointment of Willy Mertens as its new chief executive officer, with effect from 1 November 2022. Mertens will succeed Otto Shikongo, who retires from the…
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5 OctoberManufacturers
De Beers diamond sales drop 21% in Cycle 8
De Beers Group has announced its rough diamond sales dropped 21.6% to $500m (£439.3m) in the eighth sales cycle of 2022, compared to $638m (£560.5m) in Cycle 7 2022. However, sales are up 1.6% year-on-year, compared to $492m (£432.9m) in Cycle 8 2021. De Beers said that it continues to…
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