Engagement Rings
Engagement rings are one of the most important product categories in the jewellery trade, driving consistent demand and showcasing trends in design, materials, and consumer preferences. For UK jewellers, designers, and suppliers, staying informed on engagement ring trends, ethical sourcing, and market dynamics is key to capitalising on this high-value segment. Jewellery Focus offers comprehensive coverage, including product launches, retail strategies, supply chain insights, and innovations shaping the future of engagement jewellery.
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Jul- 2025 -23 JulyTrade Organisations
WFDB calls for united front to support natural diamonds
The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) president Yoram Dvash has called for a united front in response to the growing market share of synthetic diamonds, which now account for more than 20% of global jewellery sales. According to the WFDB, the rapid growth of lab-grown diamonds is reshaping the…
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May- 2025 -22 MayRetailers
Bradley’s Jewellers York launches Something Blue collection
Independent jewellery retailer Bradley’s Jewellers York has announced the launch of its new ‘Something Blue’ collection, accompanied by a blue floral exterior display in celebration of the theme. Inspired by the age-old phrase “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue,” Bradley’s Jewellers York has created a capsule collection of…
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Apr- 2025 -17 AprilRetailers
Bradley’s Jewellers York returns to wedding fairs
Bradley’s Jewellers York has made a return to wedding fairs in 2025, participating in two events throughout the month of March. Alongside this, the company has been hosting a consumer-facing competition to win a laboratory-grown diamond engagement ring. The Bradley’s Jewellers York team first appeared at The UK Wedding Event…
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14 AprilRetailers
Jessica Flinn Fine Jewellery launches The Solitaire Collection
Jessica Flinn Fine Jewellery has unveiled The Solitaire Collection, featuring six new engagement rings in nine variations. The collection features updated interpretations of classic jewellery styles. Senior designer Emma has incorporated bezel-set cognac diamonds, shield-cut salt and pepper diamonds, and white diamond solitaires with hidden sapphires The Solitaire Collection marks…
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Mar- 2025 -19 MarchFeatures
Poppy Elder on trends shaping the bespoke engagement market
Engagement ring sales have grown by 14% annually, driven by a resurgence in marriages that has reversed years of decline in the UK, according to a new analysis by online diamond retailer 77 Diamonds. Exclusive insights from 77 Diamonds suggest that this post-pandemic wedding surge has continued since 2022. As…
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19 MarchRetailers
Hancocks unveils bespoke ‘Design Your Own Engagement Ring’ service
Manchester-based independent jeweller Hancocks Jewellers has announced the launch of its exclusive ‘Design Your Own Engagement Ring’ service. The new offering allows customers to create a unique and personal ring, tailored to their vision, whether online or in-store with expert guidance from the Hancocks team. Customers can also explore a…
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Feb- 2025 -17 FebruaryEconomy
Average diamond price rose 2.7% in 2024
The average price of a diamond rose 2.7% to $2,360 (£1872) in 2024, according to data from the Natural Diamond Council (NDC). Furthermore, overall jewellery sales across all product segments grew 5.2% in 2024. Round diamonds still accounted for 82% of centre stones, oval cuts featured in 165 of engagement…
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Oct- 2024 -29 OctoberManufacturers
AG Group announces in-house assay office
Allied Gold and Brown and Newirth owner AG Group has announced that it has opened an in-house assay office at its group headquarters. The move follows a historic agreement with the Sheffield Assay Office, marking the first-ever fine jewellery manufacturing Sheffield sub-office. The partnership has received full approval from the…
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14 OctoberRetailers
Astrea London to open new boutique in Fairmont Windsor Park
Luxury jewellery brand Astrea London is set to open a stand-alone boutique within the entrance lobby of the Fairmont Windsor Park. The boutique will be the first store in the world located within a luxury hotel dedicated to sustainable and lab-grown diamonds. Set to open in mid-October 2024, the boutique…
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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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