Laings
Laings is one of the UK’s 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 Laings’ 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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Dec- 2022 -6 DecemberRetailers
Laings unveils new High Jewellery range
Laings has launched a collection bringing an offering of high-end, hand-crafted pieces to its customers, The High Jewellery range. It includes an 18ct white gold handcrafted diamond necklet and bracelet, and a necklet featuring 37 round cut diamonds, set with 37 pear cut diamonds in alternating patterns. The matching bracelet…
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Nov- 2022 -18 NovemberRetailers
Laings invests £3M in major southampton move
Luxury jewellery retailer Laings has announced it is opening a new £3m showroom in Southampton. Laings will move from their current showroom to a site in the Westquay shopping centre formerly occupied by Victoria’s Secret. The move is expected to create “several” new jobs in the area. Opening in summer…
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14 NovemberAppointments
Laings appoints general manager for new Glasgow flagship
Laings has announced the appointment of Graham Bruce as the general manager of its new flagship showroom in Glasgow. As part of his new role Bruce will be tasked with preparing Laings’ team for the grand opening of its new Rowan House showroom on Glasgow’s prestigious ‘style mile’ in 2023.…
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Oct- 2022 -14 OctoberRetailers
Laings partners with Whisky retailer amid showrooms expansion plans
Independent jewellers Laings has formed a partnership with The Dalmore to serve its 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Select Scotch whisky at its showrooms across the UK. It comes as the latest step in Laings expansion plan announced last year, which aims to transform its showrooms and workshops across the…
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Jun- 2022 -23 JuneRetailers
Laings unveils diamond and sapphire necklet for charity
Laings has unveiled a 2ct carat diamond and sapphire necklet created to help raise funds for Sir Jackie Stewart’s charity, Race Against Dementia. The one-off piece features over 100 diamonds and two blue sapphires – which represent the Saltire. It was crafted to pay homage to Stewart’s prestige as a…
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14 JuneFeatures
Laings: what’s next?
What is your history in the industry? I have been in the industry for over 27 years, having held various roles across the sector and within Laings itself – from shop floor to operations management. My career in the jewellery and watch sector started in 1995 with Ernest Jones, before…
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6 JuneDesigners
Laings announces new retail director
Laings has announced Brian Nelson as its new retail director, who will be responsible for the on and offline retail operations and day-to-day management of the business. Previously head of retail at Laings, Nelson will now have strategic oversight of the retail side of the business, including its showrooms located…
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May- 2022 -18 MayRetailers
Laings opens new Omega showroom in Cardiff
Luxury jeweller Laings has opened the doors to its new Omega showroom at St David’s, Cardiff. Spanning 838 sq ft, the new showroom will complement the existing Laings Cardiff showroom at The Hayes, which has operated at St David’s since the luxury retail destination’s second phase expansion in 2009. Stuart…
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Apr- 2022 -14 AprilRetailers
Laings unveils plans for new £5m Glasgow flagship
Laings has signed a 15-year lease to take over a landmark B-listed building in Scotland, which is set to become the family-run jeweller’s new UK flagship location. A planning application submitted to Glasgow City Council highlighted Laings’ proposal to revitalise Rowan House, a 19th century retail and office development on…
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Jan- 2022 -26 JanuaryRetailers
Laings unveils first mono-brand showroom in Cardiff
Laings has announced plans to open a new 838sq ft mono-brand Omega showroom at St David’s Cardiff. As Laings’ first mono-brand showroom, this is the latest investment for the family business as it continues to build on its legacy as a leading destination for luxury jewellery. The company has said…
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