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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Mar- 2018 -26 MarchEvents
Laings launches Edinburgh outlet boutique
Luxury Jewellers, Laings, has launched its own outlet boutique for a limited time in Edinburgh. The boutique located on 25 Frederick Street is only open from now until August. As part of the opening Laings are offering up to 75% off a selection of its jewellery. Home to a selection…
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Oct- 2017 -25 OctoberRetailers
Laings opens Tag Heuer ‘shop-in-shop’ concept
Family jeweller Laings has announced the opening of its exclusive TAG Heuer ‘shop-in-shop’. The store, which is on the site of its recently refurbished store has been re-opened with an area dedicated to the luxury watch brand with watch experts on hand to take customers through the models available. Based…
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Sep- 2017 -19 SeptemberRetailers
Luxury jewellery Laings opens £1m flagship store
Joe Walsh, the CEO of Laings, independent luxury jeweller and Scotland’s oldest family jeweller, opened a new £1m store in Southampton last week (Friday 15 September). The new store is located in the city’s Westquay Shopping Centre on Harbour Parade. The new flagship showroom replaces the former Parkhouse store on…
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Jun- 2016 -28 JuneTrade Organisations
Houlden Jewellers founder brings retirement date forward
Houlden Jewellers has announced Stuart Laing, founding director of the group, is bringing forward his retirement date. Originally due to retire in June 2017, Laing and Houlden Jewellers have reached an agreement that as of 1 July 2016 Laing will retire following a recent health scare. A statement from Houlden…
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Sep- 2014 -30 SeptemberEditor's Blog
The Argyll Arcade robbery is a stark reminder that security is key
It was rather disturbing to see in the mainstream news this week that Glasgow’s iconic Argyll Arcade – populated with a string of quality jewellers – had been targeted by armed men wielding axes. It was worse to discover that their haul totalled some £250,000 worth of watches. Images circulating…
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25 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
Armed robbery worth £250,000 in Glasgow’s Argyll Arcade
An armed robbery in which four masked men wielding axes raided Glasgow’s Argyll Arcade has resulted in the loss of £250,000 worth of watches, it was revealed today. When the story first broke last week, it was not clear how much jewellery had been stolen, but according to a BBC…
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Jan- 2014 -14 JanuaryAnalysis
COMMENT: What Makes Diamonds So Desirable?
If there is one store in a shopping centre that never fails to have people gathered outside the window, excitedly pointing and wishfully stating which piece they would buy if they had the money, it is the jewellery shop. Savvy jewellers know that placing sparkling diamond rings, earrings, pendants and…
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Apr- 2012 -18 AprilRetailers
Laings of Glasgow appoints online manager to increase web presence
Scottish jewellery store Laings of Glasgow has appointed Lauren Anderson to the newly created role of online manager. Laings, which was founded in 1840 and operates three stores in the city's Argyll Arcade, has expanded over the past year and is looking to increase its online presence and use of…
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Nov- 2011 -30 NovemberRetailers
Laings launches TV campaign in the lead up to Christmas
Scottish family jeweller Laings of Glasgow has launched its first TV advertising campaign in over 20 years.
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Oct- 2011 -4 OctoberUncategorized
Laings to open new flagship by the end of 2011
Iconic Scottish jewellery store Laings of Glasgow has acquired another retail unit within the heart of the Argyll Arcade, with plans open a brand-new flagship store by the end of the year. The new unit sits beside Laings of Glasgow’s current store (pictured) and boasts a prime corner location…
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