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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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Feb- 2024 -13 FebruaryManufacturers
Cockpit names new CEO
Cockpit, London’s leading centre for contemporary craft, has announced the appointment of Jonathan Burton as its new CEO. He replaces Annie Warburton, who stepped down in December 2023, and will assume his role at Cockpit in late April 2024. His experience and engagement in the arts and culture sector is…
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9 FebruaryRetailers
Diamonds Factory opens its first Glasgow store
UK-based jewellery brand Diamonds Factory has launched its first Glasgow store. The store, which officially opened on 1 December 2023, is located at 52 Argyll Arcade, Glasgow, G2 8BA and is open 10am-5pm on weekdays and Saturdays and 11:30am-5pm on Sundays. Diamonds Factory said that the new store joins its…
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6 FebruaryRetailers
Maya Gemstones launches new Très collection
Maya Gemstones has launched its new Très collection which features three wheels, three meanings and conceptualised in the three days it took Olga Pekarevskaia, the brands founder, to complete Kailash Kora on her trip to Tibet and through the Himalayan mountains. According to Maya, the new collection channels “the power…
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6 FebruaryNews
Karina Krafts Ltd acquires key business assets from Potters London
Karina Krafts Ltd, a leading independent supplier of jewellery and gift and presentation packaging, recently announced the strategic acquisition of key business assets from Potters London. Karina Krafts, established in 1978, is known for providing high-quality packaging solutions throughout the UK and beyond. Potters brings 175 years of experience and…
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5 FebruaryRetailers
Cassia launches new Sunray Letter and Sunbeam Heart collection
British fine jewellery designer and goldsmith Cassia Smith-Bingham has just unveiled her stunning new Sunray Letter and Sunbeam Heart collection. Each initial pendant in the Sunray Letter collection is adorned with champleve enamel, hand engravings and diamonds. With a wide array of luxurious enamel colours to choose from – including…
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1 FebruaryTrade Organisations
François Delage appointed to GIA board of governors
The board of governors of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has appointed François Delage as its newest member on January 25, 2024. Delage brings a wealth of experience in global luxury, fashion and jewellery retail garnered over a more than three-decade international career. Delage has more than 35 years…
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Jan- 2024 -29 JanuaryRetailers
Ingle and Rhode to enter liquidation
Ethical jewellery business Ingle and Rhode has announced that the business is preparing for liquidation as a result of recent rising costs and lower turnover. The company was incorporated in 2007 and traded from premises at 14 Gees Court (just off Oxford Street) London W1 and via their website. The…
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29 JanuaryRetailers
Lily Arkwright to open new Birmingham showroom
Ethical jewellery brand Lily Arkwright is set to open a new showroom in Birmingham building on its 2023 London showroom opening. The new showroom will be located in the “renowned” Mailbox development, the UK’s “largest” mixed use destination outside of London The opening of the Birmingham showroom in February 2024…
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25 JanuaryRetailers
Storm Isha dampens early week footfall
Battering winds from Storm Isha hit retail over Sunday and Monday with footfall across all UK retail destinations down -4.6% on the week previous and down -5.1% on 2023 levels, according to the latest data from MRI Springboard. Against 2023 levels, footfall on UK high streets slumped by -14.4% on…
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25 JanuaryRetailers
Graff unveils Paris Haute Couture-inspired collection
British multinational jeweller Graff has launched its new jewellery collection representing a selection of “contemporary” designs in celebration of Paris Haute Couture Week. The collection is designed with “intricate” modern design motifs featuring graphic, abstract lines and asymmetrical arrangements. Featuring necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings, the collection boasts rare stones,…
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