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- 2021 -19 AugustAppointments
Lucy Quartermaine appoints new head of retail
Lucy Quartermaine, a contemporary jewellery brand, has announced the appointment of Louise Coleman as head of retail. The eponymous jewellery brand said the appointment follows a recent “overwhelming demand” for its silver jewellery collections. Coleman will be based in the South of England and will be responsible for all of…
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10 AugustEvents
British Academy of Jewellery announces Final Show winners
The British Academy of Jewellery has announced the names of students who won awards at the opening night of its Final Show 2021 in London. Hosted at exhibition space Koppel 540, this year’s show featured pieces produced by students at the academy’s London campus over the last 12 months, with…
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10 AugustProduct Launches
Tatty Davine launches David Bowie collection
London-based jewellery company Tatty Devine has launched a new collection that reimagines David Bowie’s “iconic” moments in jewellery. The Tatty Devine x David Bowie pieces are designed to pay homage to the artist by taking inspiration from his lyrics, costumes, makeup, and the man himself. Featuring, brooches, earrings, necklaces, and…
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9 AugustDesigners
The Alkemistry adds three designers to jewellery brand curation
London-based fine jewellery and multi-brand store, The Alkemistry, has announced the addition of three designers to both its Covent Garden and online curation of fine jewellery brands. Some 80 designs from the three brands will be launched to align with The Alkemistry’s own-brand range of personal luxury jewellery. Available from…
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6 AugustProduct Launches
Lebrusan launches cluster engagement rings collection
Lebrusan, an ethical jewellery brand, has announced the launch of its new Daisy collection of cluster engagement rings. Designed to be “lightweight and affordable”, the pieces have been inspired by the Edwardian daisy ring. Customers can choose between 100% recycled platinum or 18ct gold, with each ring encrusted with conflict-free…
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5 AugustRetailers
Astley Clarke to open flagship London store this Autumn
British jewellery brand, Astley Clarke has announced that it will debut its first UK flagship store at Seven Dials’ Monmouth Street, London, this Autumn. Spanning just over 900 sq ft, the jeweller’s first bricks and mortar home will stock fine and demi-fine elevated jeweller. Founded in 2006 by Bec Astley…
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2 AugustRetailers
Myne London partners with Octavia Elizabeth on sustainable emeralds
Myne London has announced a new partnership with Octavia Elizabeth to supply the brand with ethical, sustainable and traceable emeralds. The jeweller currently offers a traceable route to market for emeralds from Swat Valley, Pakistan, whilst providing opportunities for women local to the region within the gemstone trade. The business…
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Jul- 2021 -20 JulyRetailers
Gembridge raises £368k in funding
Gembridge has announced that it has raised $500,000 (£368,000) from professional investors in a second fully funded round of Convertible Note financing. The funds pave the way for further developments that will enable the group to process up to $1bn (£735m) in transactions each year. This is the second time…
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13 JulyDesigners
Kim Styles joins JewelStreet
JewelStreet, a global lifestyle marketplace, has announced that Kim Styles, founder of Kim Styles Jewellery, has joined the platform. Styles’ works centre around the use of metal, creating botanical designs through hammering techniques that form intricate details designed to reflect the natural world. She recently featured on the BBC’s All…
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9 JulyRetailers
Theo Fennell takes control of namesake company
Founder, Theo Fennell, has taken control of his jewellery and silverware business and its name for the first time in 40 years. Despite always being at its creative heart, Fennell has not been in control of the firm and its name. Over the last four years, private equity firm Endless…
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