Ireland
Ireland has a vibrant jewellery sector, with independent retailers, designers, and manufacturers contributing to a dynamic trade landscape. For UK and Irish jewellery professionals, understanding market trends, consumer behaviour, and regulatory developments across Ireland is vital for identifying growth opportunities and navigating cross-border trade. Jewellery Focus provides comprehensive coverage on Ireland’s jewellery industry, including business updates, store openings, supply chain insights, and the impact of broader economic and policy changes on the sector.
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Sep- 2025 -1 SeptemberDesigners
Astrid and Miyu to open first Northern Ireland store in Victoria Square
Astrid and Miyu is to open its first store in Northern Ireland at Victoria Square in Belfast, taking an 1,800 sq ft unit at the shopping centre. The contemporary jewellery brand is the second retailer to launch in the complex this year, following the arrival of Bershka earlier in 2025.…
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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 “Crushed Collection”, 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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19 AugustRetailers
Pandora opens first London airport store at Gatwick
Pandora has announced that it has opened its first store in a London Airport at London Gatwick. The new store, which opened its doors on 15 August, offers passengers a wide selection of accessible luxury jewellery. Located after security, the store showcases Pandora’s complete range of collections, with every jewellery…
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14 AugustRetailers
Claire’s appoints Interpath as administrators
Fashion jewellery and accessories brand Claire’s has appointed Will Wright and Chris Pole from Interpath as joint administrators to its UK, European services and European distribution businesses, effective 13 August 2025. With UK headquarters in Birmingham, the company operates 306 stores across the UK and Ireland, employing more than 2,150…
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4 AugustRetailers
Pandora unveils new Oxford Circus store
Pandora has unveiled its newest custom store concept at Oxford Circus, where Oxford Street meets Regent Street, its third Oxford Street location. At the heart of the store’s identity is a flagship-level façade that sets a new benchmark for Pandora’s global retail presence. This is the first Pandora store worldwide…
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Jul- 2025 -28 JulyRetailers
Pandora opens new outlet at Manchester Airport
Pandora has opened its first standalone airport store in the UK with the launch of a new outlet at Manchester Airport. Located in Terminal 2, the store forms part of the airport’s £1.3bn Transformation Programme, which aims to deliver upgraded facilities for passengers and staff. The launch marks a milestone…
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Jun- 2025 -18 JuneRetailers
The Blue Company named UK and Ireland agent for Serafino Consoli
Distribution service group The Blue Company London has been appointed as the official representative of Italian fine jewellery brand Serafino Consoli for the United Kingdom and Ireland. Known for its “patented” technology and “adaptable” designs, Serafino Consoli creates pieces that shift form – such as rings that become bracelets –…
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13 JuneNews
Warm weather fails to boost footfall in May
Retail footfall across the UK declined by 1.7% compared with May 2024, spelling a sharp drop from the 7.2% rise recorded in April, according to the latest data from the British Retail Consortium (BRC) and Sensormatic Solutions. The downturn affected most retail locations, with High Streets down 2.5% year-on-year, and…
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May- 2025 -9 MayEconomy
UK footfall jumps 7.2% in April
UK footfall increased by 7.2% in April (YoY), up from -5.4% in March, the BRC has revealed. During the four weeks from 6 April to 3 May, footfall increased across all segments – high street by 5.3%, retail parks by 7.5% and shopping centres by 5.6%. Across nations, footfall also…
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Mar- 2025 -20 MarchManufacturers
Andre Michael launches crushed gem jewellery range
Hatton Garden-based supplier Andre Michael has launched the “Crushed Collection”, comprising rings and pendants featuring crushed natural coloured gemstones and diamonds. The “white-label” jewellery, set in 18- or 9-carat white or yellow gold, is offered to UK and Irish retailers alongside access to an extensive package of images which they…
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