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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May- 2018 -21 MayNews
RECRUITMENT: Ingle & Rhode (London, West End)
Graduate level, well spoken, responsible candidate needed to be our front of house presence and grow into the role of Client Relationship Manager over a two year period. Ingle and Rhode is London’s leading ethical jewellery brand, with a focus on outstanding client service. We are offering the successful candidate…
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14 MayRetailers
Wet start to April dampens retail footfall
Footfall in April decreased by 3.3%, which is a significant decline compared to the 1.6% increase seen the previous year. New data from retail intelligence firm Springboard revealed that there has been no growth in footfall for any UK region for two consecutive months. Most regions saw a slower rate…
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10 MayAppointments
London Diamond Bourse announces ‘revitalised’ management board
Diamond trading association London Diamond Bourse has appointmented new staff to its council of management and its executive committee. The council of management appointments include: Katherine Chappell – Chappell has worked in the gemstone business for over 20 years. She emigrated to Canada as a child in 1965, settling in…
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8 MayFeatures
Voice on the High Street – Comfort Station
What is the backstory of the company? I first started Comfort Station back in 2000 just after having left the Ruskin School of Art in Oxford as a part-time way of funding my art practice. I started selling pieces I’d made at Portobello Market, five mins away from where I’d…
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2 MayEvents
London Watch and Jewellery Week to return to The Royal Exchange
Luxury shopping destination The Royal Exchange has announced its fifth annual Watch and Jewellery Week, a five-day event honouring the London’s watch and jewellery collections. During the week, which will run from the 21-25 May, visitors can enjoy the craftsmanship of ‘some of the world’s most sought after timepieces and…
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1 MayDesigners
Victoria Barker Jewellery creates necklace inspired by Tim Powers
Goldsmiths’ Craftsmanship and Design Council Award winning designer Victoria Barker has launched her latest piece of jewellery inspired by her literary hero Tim Powers. Created in 18 carat yellow gold and foxglove tourmaline, ‘Her Regard’ is a fine art jewel inspired by Barker’s favourite novel, “The Stress Of Her Regard,”…
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1 MayAppointments
London Diamond Bourse names Alan Cohen as new president
Diamond trading association London Diamond Bourse has named Alan Cohen as the president of the company, succeeding Menachem Prager. Cohen started his career in diamonds in 1971 when he trained as a rough and polished diamond sorter. He has been a member of the group since 1976 and took over…
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Apr- 2018 -30 AprilAuctions
London Diamond Bourse to hold diamond tender
The London Diamond Bourse (LDB) has been named the sole industry representative to officiate and run a tender on behalf of an anonymous vendor. A range of rough diamonds will be presented for a trade sale with closed bids from 29th May – 12th June 2018. The collection includes one…
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26 AprilDesigners
Osylia reports strong year of growth
Jewellery designers Osylia London has revealed an increase in the company’s visibility over the past year. The group uses a combination of both modern technology and traditional craftsmanship, and their portfolio features a range of earrings, rings and necklaces in a variety of precious metal finishes. Laura and Cemal, founders,…
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26 AprilAuctions
Historic emerald and diamond collection sells for £1.9m
Three pieces of Art Deco diamond and emerald jewellery attributed to famous jeweller Hennell, have been sold for over £1.9m The collection caused a stir when it went under the hammer at Bonhams London this week as all three pieces exceeded their pre-sale estimates. The jewels, which were offered by…
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