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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Jan- 2020 -6 JanuaryEvents
Desire Fair comes to London
The Desire Fair has announced that its 2020 show will be held in Chelsea, London, between 28 February and 1 March. Some 90 individual jewellers and contemporary silversmiths, selected for their “superb and innovative craftsmanship”, will be showcasing their work at the jewellery and silversmithing event. Visitors will also be…
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3 JanuaryRetailers
Boxing Day footfall falls to lowest level since 2010
Retail footfall decreased by 10.6% on Boxing Day in 2019, and marks the largest decrease in footfall since 2010. The research from Springboard found the decline to be larger than the last two years combined for the period. In 2018 footfall was 4.2% lower than in 2017 and in 2017…
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Dec- 2019 -16 DecemberUncategorized
Frost of London to make ‘world’s most expensive’ t-shirt
Frost of London has reportedly been commissioned to produce the “world’s most expensive t-shirt”, following a surge of publicity gained through Andy Ruiz Jr’s infamous boxing match. During the Andy Ruiz Jr vs Anthony Joshua rematch that occurred in Saudi Arabia last month, Frost of London was revealed as corporate…
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13 DecemberDesigners
Emila launches Knightsbridge boutique
Emila has announced the launch of a new boutique jewellery shop in Knightsbridge, London in the run up to Christmas. The boutique will feature a range of jewellery collections, as well as a smaller selection of evening wear. The luxury multi-brand jewellery and accessories platform was co-founded by Imren Guvener…
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13 DecemberDesigners
Lark & Berry launch collaboration with Alicia Agneson
Jewellery brand Lark and Berry has announced the launch of a new collection in collaboration with ‘Vikings’ actress Alicia Agneson. The 15-piece collection, entitled ‘Alice’, features jewellery crafted with 14k yellow gold, and 18k white gold with the brand’s cultured diamonds and sapphires. The collection is said to have been…
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11 DecemberDesigners
Purely Diamonds releases diamond-encrusted Christmas jumper
Purely Diamonds has released the “world’s first and only” diamond-encrusted Christmas jumper. The family-owned jewellers announced it has upgraded the classic Fairisle jumper design to be adorned in hundreds of hand-picked, loose diamonds. The jumper is set to go on sale for £2m. The unique piece was hand-crafted in a…
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6 DecemberFeatures
Innovative ways to bring people into your jewellery store
Running a jewellery business is no mean feat, not least because the advent of e-commerce means enticing customers into store is becoming an increasingly difficult challenge. Yet despite the popularity of online shopping, when it comes to the luxury jewellery sector a physical presence is still crucial, and valued. According…
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3 DecemberAdvice
How jewellery retailers can ride the Brexit storm
As we enter the next chapter of Brexit, and negotiations face the hurdle of a general election, how can UK jewellery retailers stay profitable and prepare themselves for the final outcome next year? We recently conducted research which found that there is already a great deal of uncertainty in the…
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3 DecemberAdvice
Innovative ways to bring people into your jewellery store
Running a jewellery business is no mean feat, not least because the advent of e-commerce means enticing customers into store is becoming an increasingly difficult challenge. Yet despite the popularity of online shopping, when it comes to the luxury jewellery sector a physical presence is still crucial, and valued. According…
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Nov- 2019 -29 NovemberDesigners
Tudor boutique launches in London
The Watches of Switzerland has partnered with Tudor watches to launch a Tudor mono-brand boutique in London. It is the first mono-brand boutique to be launched outside of Asia and the Middle East, and will be sited in the Westfield Shopping centre in Shepherd’s Bush, London. The boutique will feature…
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