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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Aug- 2012 -7 AugustEconomy
UK retail sales ‘subdued’ in July
Despite better weather and the feel-good factor surrounding the start of the Olympic Games, the British Retail Consortium (BRC) has reported that UK retail sales were subdued in July.
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1 AugustManufacturers
Zurich station clock gets Olympic-inspired transformation
In celebration of the 2012 Olympic Games, Mondaine has transformed Zurich train station’s famous meeting point clock to pay homage to the Games’ host city.
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Jul- 2012 -27 JulyDesigners
Bobby White London named official partner of Cannonball 2000
Jewellery designer Bobby White London has been named an official partner of the Cannonball 2000 car rally event.
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24 JulyEvents
Deadline for BJA’s diamond brooch competition extended
The deadline for design entries for the British Jewellers’ Association (BJA) competition to create a Diamond Jubilee brooch for the Queen has been extended to 30 July.
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23 JulyTrade Organisations
Folli Follie Group joins CMJ
The Folli Follie Group, which includes Links of London, has become an approved supplier to the Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ).
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18 JulyCurrent Affairs
Gold prices remain stagnant
Having reached a record high in 2011 of $1,920 per ounce of gold, prices this year are showing a steady decline.
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12 JulyEvents
New capital venue for Desire 2013
The organisers of the Desire Jewellery and Silversmithing Fairs have announced a new venue for their London event.
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11 JulyTrade Organisations
Goldsmiths’ Company gives awards at New Designers 2012
The Goldsmiths’ Company recently gave two awards at the annual showcase of Britain’s leading graduate designers, New Designers.
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6 JulyEconomy
Jubilee lifts early-June footfall
The Queen's Diamond Jubilee provided an increase in footfall for non-food stores, according to the latest Retail Traffic Index (RTI).
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4 JulyDesigners
IJL KickStarter lands prize at Treasure
Up-and-coming jewellery designer Lestie Lee has won the 'Designer of the Year' award at the recent Treasure event.
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