Expansion
Expansion in the jewellery trade signifies strategic growthโwhether through entering new geographic markets, launching additional retail outlets (including concessions and pop-ups), diversifying product lines, or broadening online presence. Such developments reflect consumer confidence, brand ambition, and supply-chain agility. JewelleryโฏFocus delivers in-depth, trade-focused coverage of expansion activity across the UK market, spotlighting growth strategies from fledgling designers, established retailers, and manufacturers. We report on site selections, financing approaches, digital vs. physical channel decisions, logistical scaling, and performance measurement. Our analysis supports jewellers, brand teams, distributors, financiers, and suppliers in evaluating risks and opportunities tied to growth initiatives and in executing sustainable, profitable expansion plans.
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Mar- 2018 -22 MarchDesigners
Ted Baker sees retail sales increase by 10.4%
Fashion watch and jewellery brand Ted Baker has reported a 10.4% increase in its retail sales in the 52 weeks ending 27 January 2018. The total increase in retail sales amounted to ยฃ442.5m, with UK and Europe up 7.7% (6.4% in constant currency) to ยฃ301.1m, US and Canada up 16.2%…
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22 MarchInternational
Forevermark to build presence in Europe after strong 2017 performance
De Beers Group has announced that its Forevermark diamond brand will enter the German market for the first time and is in advanced-stage discussions with potential partners in France and Italy. In Germany, Forevermark is partnering with Heinz Mayer, an Idar-Oberstein-based diamond jewellery specialist. Heinz Mayer will launch the Forevermark…
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Jan- 2018 -24 JanuaryInternational
London and New York named key locations for luxury watch brand expansion
London and New York could provide key opportunities for luxury watch brands seeking expansion in 2018. Real estate advisor Savills reported new luxury watch store openings fell globally in 2017, with 37 compared to 44 in 2016. The year also saw openings move away from the traditional Asia Pacific markets…
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Dec- 2017 -8 DecemberDesigners
Tessa Packard launches London showroom
Contemporary fine jewellery designer Tessa Packard held on party on 6 December to launch her first London showroom. Located in Chelsea, the by-appointment-only showroom on Ives Street will offer clients a space to see Packardโs contemporary fine jewellery collections, and meet with the designer one-on-one to discuss bespoke commissions. The…
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6 DecemberFeatures
Brexit and British watches
The diversity of British watch brands in price points and positioning as well as manufacturing processes leads to a range of different concerns about Brexit across the resurgent industry, but even those most concerned feel Brexit has been good for them so far. Mike France, co-founder of Christopher Ward, could…
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1 DecemberAppointments
Buckley London expands its sales team
British fashion jewellery designer Buckley London has announced the appointment of Craig Sutherland as part of its sales team expansion. As international account manager, Sutherland will play a key part in the global business development strategy and market expansion of the Buckley London brand. He will be instrumental in developing…
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Nov- 2017 -30 NovemberRetailers
Watchfinder continues expansion with Brent Cross store opening
Watchfinder โ the pre-owned watch specialist โ is continuing its expansion across the UK by opening a seventh store at Brent Cross Shopping Centre. The Maidstone-based company currently has four central London stores in Canary Wharf, The Royal Exchange, Avery Row and Burlington Arcade โ plus Bluewater in Kent and…
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28 NovemberTrade Organisations
RJC expands into the silver supply chain
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has announced its expansion of its material scope to include silver. This expansion adds another key sector to the RJCโs remit, helping the council to widen its authority and reputation across the industry. The expansion of the RJC into the silver supply chain comes after…
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22 NovemberAppointments
GIAโs Edward Johnson joins the RJC
Edward Johnson has been appointed to the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) as director of business development.He will be responsible for expanding its expertise and driving growth for the organisation, strengthening its influence and reputation across the jewellery industry. Johnson joins the team at the RJC from the Gemological Institute of…
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Oct- 2017 -30 OctoberRetailers
Watches of Switzerland opens Manchester boutique
Watches of Switzerland has announced the opening of a new Manchester showroom. Previously located on King Street, the newly designed retail space has enabled the brand to expand to two floors. The move marks the next step in the companyโs expansion plans by taking up residence in Manchesterโs St Annโs…
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