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- 2019 -12 SeptemberBrand Profiles
Beaverbrooks: Celebrating 100 years
What started out with three brothers moving to Belfast with just a suitcase full of silverware and a dream of selling fine jewellery and gifts has ended up as a thriving business celebrating a century of trading this year. Founded by Isaac, Harry and Maurice Adlestone, Beaverbrooks now operates some…
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6 SeptemberTrade Organisations
NAJ launches new initiative to promote UK jewellery
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has launched its “long-awaited” campaign to promote jewellery and allied products made in the UK. The scheme entitled ‘Created in the UK’ champions British manufacturing, and is designed for both suppliers and retailers, whether NAJ members or not. Launched at the International Jewellery London…
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5 SeptemberProduct Launches
Carat London launches new lab grown diamond platform
Carat London has launched Gentle Diamonds, its new lab grown diamond platform. Carat London said it is “proud” to be the first national retailer to offer this product in the UK. In 2004, Scott Thompson, founder of Carat London first invested with Gemesis, one of the early pioneers of diamond…
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Aug- 2019 -27 AugustRetailers
FF Group searching for Links of London buyer
Links of London owner Folli-Follie Group (FF Group) has confirmed that it has appointed firms Deloitte and Savigny to the potential sale of the retailer. Last week Sky News reported that the group had been looking for a new owner, with sources telling the broadcaster it was “almost inevitable” a…
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21 AugustSponsored
Inverness Ear Piercing announces new UK partnership with Goodman Bros.
Inverness, maker of the world’s safest & gentlest ear piercing system*, is pleased to announce that Goodman Bros, a leading distributor of Connoisseurs and Lox, has signed on to distribute the company’s ear piercing products to jewellery retailers throughout the UK. The partnership will launch formally at IJL September 1-3,…
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20 AugustE-Commerce
Taylor & Hart raises £3.6m for latest funding round
London-based e-jeweller Taylor and Hart has completed a landmark funding round led by Active Partners, the total round amounts to just over £3.6m participation from existing investors Launchub Ventures. With this latest round of funding, the jeweller will continue working towards a vision of ‘disrupting’ the process of buying fine…
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20 AugustRetailers
EC One becomes B-Corp certified
London based jewellery boutique EC One has become the second jeweller in the UK to become B-Corporation Certified. The accreditation process to become a B-Corp involves an in-depth analysis of the business’ entire social and environmental performance, to assess its impact on its workers, community, environment and customers. Other well-known…
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Jul- 2019 -30 JulyProduct Launches
Spencer Matthews launches new Eden Rocks diamond jewellery business
TV celebrity Spencer Matthews has officially launched a bespoke luxury diamond jewellery business Eden Rocks. The former Made in Chelsea personality turned businessman was inspired to start Eden Rocks when working with jeweller Neil Duttson on the engagement ring for his now-wife, TV presenter Vogue Williams. Spencer was “so impressed”…
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29 JulyTrade Organisations
London Diamond Bourse agrees 5-year lease to stay in Hatton Garden
The London Diamond Bourse (LDB) has announced it has agreed and signed a new lease on their current premises which will see them continue to trade in Hatton Garden for the next five years. The London Diamond Bourse, a member of the World Federation of Diamond Bourse, and is located…
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17 JulyRetailers
Watches of Switzerland sees profits surge 181% in FY results
Watches of Switzerland has reported a 181% rise in profits before tax to £20.1m, in its first set of results after the company was floated on the London Stock Exchange. For the year ending 28 April 2019, the group also revealed its revenues surged by 22.5% to £773.5m during the period, and…
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