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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Jun- 2020 -23 JuneNews
Laings to operate on appointment-only system
Laings has announced that it will be operating on an appointment-only basis, ahead of the reopening of its sites in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Cardiff on 30 June. The luxury jeweller has been working to ensure it can safely open when government guidelines permit, with customers invited to book appointments held…
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10 JuneNews
Laings introduces appointment-only system in Southampton
Laings has announced it will announce that it will reopen its Southampton store on 16 June, following the latest government guidelines for retailers. The site will now operate on an appointment-only basis in order to ensure the health and safety of its staff and customers. Laings stores in Glasgow, Edinburgh…
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Apr- 2020 -28 AprilNews
Laings recognised by Sunday Times Profit Track
Luxury jewellery retailer Laings has been named one of the fastest-growing UK companies for profits growth by The Sunday Times. The jewellers featured in the 21st annual Sunday Times Profit Track as one of Britain’s private companies with the fastest-growing profits over the last three years. It ranked at number…
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Mar- 2020 -9 MarchNews
Laings appoints new retail consultant
Luxury jewellers Laings has announced it has appointed retail consultant Stephen Paterson to its team. Paterson will now offer advice to Laings customers to ensure they have the “very best experience” when they visit a Laings store. He will work alongside the jeweller’s teams across its showrooms in Glasgow, Edinburgh,…
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Jan- 2020 -28 JanuaryRetailers
Laings partners with British Heart Foundation
Luxury jewellers Laings announced it is providing CPR training for its staff in collaboration with its charity partner, the British Heart Foundation. The jewellers held CPR training sessions, hosted by the BHF, across all of its stores in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Cardiff and Southampton, as well as its head office, in…
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16 JanuaryDesigners
Laings launches new 2020 campaign
Laings has announced the launch of its new 2020 campaign. The luxury jeweller said that its stores across the UK have been “transformed” to reflect the “excitement of the New Year”, with a new marketing campaign that centres around adventure and exploring. The new campaign and collection features a selection…
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Dec- 2019 -19 DecemberRetailers
Laings reveals first full-year results as one brand
Luxury jewellers Laings has announced it achieved sales of £42.3m in the year to 31 May 2019. It is the first full year that the jewellers has operated under one brand. Sales also saw a like-for-like increase of 17.4%, and an operating profit of £4.2m was also reported. The company…
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Oct- 2019 -25 OctoberRetailers
Luxury jewellers Laings expands online presence
Luxury jewellers, Laings, have launched a new website, in the run up to the busiest shopping season of the year. The website features some of the top brands from the world of Haute Horlogerie, including Patek Philippe, Rolex, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Cartier. The website allows customers to find out more about…
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Aug- 2019 -28 AugustAppointments
Jonathan Payne Joins Hamilton & Inches as managing director
Edinburgh based jewellers and Royal Warrant holders Hamilton and Inches has announced Jonathan Payne as its new managing director to support Victoria Houghton, CEO, and the rest of the team. Payne will bring his luxury retail management expertise he gained from his previous roles to Hamilton and Inches as it…
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Aug- 2018 -7 AugustRetailers
Laings flagship Glasgow store unveils renovations
Luxury jewellers, Laings has unveiled the results of its recently renovated flagship store in Glasgow. Laings currently has seven stores in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Cardiff and Southampton.The Glasgow store is located at the Argyll Arcade which is also home to over 30 jewellers. Laings said the renovation, which will help it…
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