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- 2019 -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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16 JulyAuctions
Graff diamond earrings to feature in Cheffins auction
A pair of emerald and diamond earrings made by London jewellers, Graff, is to feature at Cheffins’ Jewellery, Silver and Watches Sale on Thursday 1 August. Described as “a pair of asymmetric double clusters featuring 12.5cts of diamonds and 5cts of emeralds”, the earrings have been given an estimated price…
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15 JulyAdvice
Why the in-store shopping experience is irreplaceable
There’s no denying that the shopping experience has truly transformed over time. However, it’s also important to appreciate that the in-store shopping experience is irreplaceable to any online alternatives. A change in shopping habits More of us know what we want when we walk into a shop. In fact, 98%…
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12 JulyBrand Profiles
My Store: Alex Monroe Jewellery
Alex Monroe Jewellery was founded by its eponymous owner over 30 years ago after training at the Sir John Cass School of Art in London, launching his first collection in 1987. All of Monroe’s work is handmade in England from metals that are 60% recycled and 40% virgin, the virgin…
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11 JulyBrand Profiles
Ecommerce handbook: Atelier VM
Give me a brief description of your business? Atelier VM is an Italian contemporary fine jewellery brand which we, Marta Caffarelli and Viola Naj-Oleari launched back in 1998. The Atelier VM story initially began in NYC where we were creating pieces exclusively for the Barney’s customers. From there, we launched…
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10 JulyRetailers
Watches of Switzerland staff given £1,000 bonus following London IPO
Staff from the Watches of Switzerland Group at stores across the UK and US have been given a £1,000 bonus as a thank you following the company’s float on the London Stock Exchange. Around 2,500 employees from the group’s Mappin and Webb, Goldsmiths and its eponymous Watches of Switzerland stores…
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