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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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Jul- 2020 -28 JulyE-Commerce
Diamnet partners with Swarovski
Diamnet has partnered with Swarovski to launch a new offering of laboratory-grown diamonds to retailers across the UK. Its latest range will be offered alongside its natural-mined diamond list. Its e-commerce platform “clearly states” what natural or laboratory-grown diamonds are available for approval upon request. Following the surge in popularity…
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24 JulyCoronavirus
The Goldsmiths’ Company hosts first virtual freedom ceremony
The Goldsmiths’ Company hosted its first virtual freedom ceremony event on 22 July in the company’s 700-year-history. The company announced five new members took part in the ceremony, with the new Prime Warden, Richard Fox, also recently appointed company history by becoming the first to take office virtually – as…
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24 JulyTips
Jewellery businesses after lockdown -approaching communication
Following the announcement of the re-opening of non-essential shops around London, business owners must adopt a regular, clear, and succinct line of communication with returning staff. Beyond keeping business afloat, shop owners need to ensure that staff is well-informed regarding new protocols and that they can minimise the risk of…
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23 JulyAuctions
Christie’s Geneva sales total £45m
Christie’s luxury sales in Geneva, which took place over the course of July, realised a combined total of £45,885,630. This total included the sale of 195 pieces of jewellery, 226 watches, and 819 fine wines, with a combined sell through rate of 81%. Registered bidders came from 42 countries, across…
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22 JulyEvents
London Design Academy launches post-pandemic forums
The London Design Academy will launch this week, alongside the first in a series of online global forums, entitled ‘East and West Dialogue: One World One Dream’. The upcoming forums will focus on how education can provide a “better bridge between the jewellery sector and industry in the post pandemic…
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22 JulyRetailers
Rise in ‘Golden Age’ Hollywood-inspired rings
Vintage diamond engagement rings worn in the ‘Golden Age’ of Hollywood are reportedly making a comeback, according to a Mayfair jeweller. Hancocks London, situated in Burlington Arcade, has reported an “unprecedented” interest in couples seeking engagement rings inspired by the starlets and style of the era. The jewellers has charted…
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21 JulyAppointments
Diamnet founder joins London Diamond Bourse
Diamnet has confirmed its founder, Howard Levine, has joined the London Diamond Bourse senior management team. Levine has worked in the industry for almost 30 years, supplying jewellery retailers across the industry. Although he began his career by supplying pearls, Levine has worked exclusively with diamonds and diamond jewellery for…
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20 JulyCoronavirus
Footfall sees ‘most modest’ decline since lockdown
Footfall rose by 4.5% last week against the week prior, according to the latest figures from Springboard. The group said this rise was largely driven by high streets and shopping centres, where footfall rose by 6.8% and 4.7%, respectively, while slipping 0.7% in retail parks. While this recorded rise was…
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20 JulyFeatures
Make consumers feel like a million dollars again
On Thursday 19 March, I found myself driving as fast as I could up the A12 towards the Suffolk countryside. After a ‘hot tip-off’ that a lockdown was coming, we packed the cars, abandoned our London flat and decided to batten down the hatches amongst the green pastures of East…
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17 JulyDesigners
The Alkemistry launches craft concept
London-based fine jewellery brand, The Alkemistry, has announced the upcoming launch of a luxury craft concept that is set to “harnesses luxury, craft, mindfulness and sustainability”. From 17 July, customers will be able to weave their own piece of fine jewellery from 18-carat gold chains and vibrant silk. The concept…
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