Laings
Laings is one of the UKโs most established and respected jewellers, with a rich heritage and a strong presence across multiple cities. As a leading retailer of luxury watches and fine jewellery, Laings plays a significant role in shaping consumer trends and influencing the wider trade. Jewellery Focus reports on Laingsโ latest developments, including store openings, refurbishments, leadership changes, brand partnerships, and strategic initiatives. Our coverage provides valuable insights for trade professionals tracking major players and understanding their impact on the UK jewellery market.
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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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Jun- 2025 -24 JuneRetailers
Laings unveils Gemstones of Paradise campaign
Laings has launched its new summer campaign and collection, Gemstones of Paradise, celebrating the tropical origins of its gemstone collection. The family-owned jeweller, which has traded for over 185 years, said the pieces aim to evoke “serene glamour and sun-drenched elegance”. Among the featured gemstones are Sri Lankan sapphires, described…
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Apr- 2025 -25 AprilRetailers
Laings appoints new head of retail
Luxury jeweller Laings has appointed Andrew Cleghorn as head of retail as a continuation of its multi-year expansion and development plans. Cleghornโs role will see him leading Laingsโ seven retail locations in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Cardiff and Southampton. Coming from a rich retail background, with over 40 years of experience, he…
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Jan- 2025 -20 JanuaryDesigners
Allied Gold Group unveils in-house Assay Office
Allied Gold Group has marked the opening of its in-house assay office during an official ribbon cutting ceremony by Ashley Carson, Assay Master and CEO of the Sheffield Assay Office. The occasion was also attended by members of the British Hallmarking Council. The first hallmark struck at the new facility…
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2 JanuaryRetailers
Laings sees turnover hit ยฃ68.4m
Family-owned jeweller Laings has posted turnover of ยฃ68.4m for the year ended 31 May 2024. This number represents an increase of 8% compared with the previous year. Alongside this, the company posted a profit before tax of ยฃ2.1m in the period. Laings stated that it will return attention to updating…
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Oct- 2024 -15 OctoberRetailers
Laings unveils new Ula collection
Laings has launched its new Ula collection designed by jewellery designer Kristy Berry. Berry has been a โpivotalโ part of the Laings Bespoke team for over 15 years. The new collection features the Ula two stone ring, the Ula pendant and the Ula cushion cut ring designed with rare stones…
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Jul- 2024 -8 JulyRetailers
Laings becomes authorised Rolex certified pre-owned retailer
Laings has announced it has become an authorised Rolex Certified Pre-Owned retailer across its UK estate of showrooms. In joining the programme, Laings provides the opportunity for its clients to purchase previously owned Rolex watches that the brand itself has certified and guaranteed. This comes after Laingsโ launched a new,…
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1 JulyRetailers
Laings appoints new operations director
Luxury family-run jewellers Laings has announced the appointment of a new board member in a move designed to further strengthen its overall operations. Kat Barron has been promoted to operations director at Laings and appointed to the board following an exceptional year of investment ensuing eight years of service at…
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May- 2024 -30 MayRetailers
Laings to open new refurbished Glasgow flagship
Laings has announced that it is set to open its new flagship store on Glasgowโs Buchanan Street. Following a ยฃ5m investment, the B-listed building Rowan House, has been transformed into a fully furnished showroom, covering 7,113sq ft across two floors of retail space. The building will include the recently opened,…
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Apr- 2024 -26 AprilRetailers
Laings launches new Rolex showroom in Southampton
Laings has announced that it has opened a new Rolex showroom in its new Southampton store. The showroom will also introduce a Rolex-trained watchmaker in the coming months who will be equipped to offer a comprehensive range of services. This is a unique concept to the Laings UK estate, further…
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