London
As a global hub for the jewellery trade, London plays a pivotal role in shaping trends, hosting events, and driving commercial activity across the sector. From luxury jewellers on Bond Street to emerging designers in Hatton Garden, the capital is home to a diverse array of businesses influencing the UK and international markets. Jewellery Focus provides in-depth coverage of London’s jewellery scene, including news from leading retailers and workshops, industry events and exhibitions, policy and regulatory updates affecting trade in the city, and insights into consumer behaviour and market opportunities.
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Sep- 2014 -29 SeptemberRetailers
Lola and Grace set to open central London store
Lola and Grace, a brand owned by the Swarovski group, is set to open its debut store in central London on 2 October. The store will be located within the already established Swarovski shop on London’s Oxford Street. Nina Müller, general manager at Lola and Grace, said: “Lola and Grace…
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25 SeptemberWatch Focus
IWC to open first UK boutique in London
Swiss watch manufacturer IWC Schaffhausen has announced plans to open its first UK boutique in London, set to open before the end of the year. The new boutique, which will be located at 138 New Bond Street in Mayfair, will offer clients a “unique and dedicated brand experience.” Georges…
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24 SeptemberRetailers
Tateossian to support Breast Cancer Care with bracelet launch
Tateossian is set to continue its support of Breast Cancer Care with a brand new version of its signature Pop Scoubidou leather bracelet. A new orange-and-magenta version of the popular bracelet will be sold and will feature the signature Tateossian clasp. Robert Tateossian, CEO, told Jewellery Focus: “I am thrilled…
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22 SeptemberRetailers
Blancpain to open flagship store and first franchise boutique
Watch brand Blancpain is set to open two new boutiques in London in October and November this year. The November opening will see Blancpain open a new flagship store on New Bond Street. The store will have two levels with an area of more than 43 square metres. Blancpain’s October…
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19 SeptemberTrade Organisations
New support programme launches for creative industries
A new support programme, Creative Industry Finance (CIF), will launch across the UK on September 23. CIF aims to provide business support and access to finance to enable the growth and development of the UK’s creative and cultural industries. The programme will offer up to 12 hours of free sector-specific…
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16 SeptemberEvents
Dazzle to return to London’s Gallery@oxo
Contemporary jewellery-selling exhibition, Dazzle, will return to London’s Gallery@oxo from November 9 to January 11. Following the exhibition’s forced departure from its annual residency at the National Theatre, Dazzle is set to return the Gallery@oxo in the iconic Oxo Tower Wharf. Showcasing more than 90 contemporary jewellery designers from 20…
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16 SeptemberEconomy
Shop vacancy rates improving but north vs south divide persists
Shop vacancy rates have seen an improvement in the first half of the year but a strong north/south divide remains, according to new research. A new report published by the Local Data Company (LDC) said H1 shop vacancy rates have shown marked improvement towards the end of the year from…
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15 SeptemberEvents
Carat wins five new shop-in-shop partners at IJL
Carat exhibited three new collections at International Jewellery London in Olympia last week and has reported a “fantastic response”. In a statement, the firm said: “The collections have a modern twist of Fashion/ Fine and are beautifully crafted with CARAT*s trademark gemstones.” Collections are scheduled to launch just in time the…
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12 SeptemberRetailers
Cadenzza opens new store in Liverpool
Cadenzza, a retailer owned by jewellery brand Swarovski, has announced the opening of a new store in Liverpool. The premises will be located in Liverpool One, a shopping centre, and will be Cadenzza’s first branch outside of the London area. It will enjoy collections from brands such as Roberto Cavalli,…
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12 SeptemberEvents
Theo Fennell to showcase pieces at Harrods’ Biennale Exhibition
Theo Fennell is set to showcase a selection of “one-of-a-kind pieces” at the Harrods Biennale Exhibition. To celebrate the Paris Biennale, the annual art fair in Paris, Harrods will be transforming its Fine Jewellery Room into an exhibition space showcasing the latest “high jewellery” creations. Included in the selection due…
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