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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Jul- 2018 -27 JulyEvents
IJL to showcase first direct precious metal 3D printing system
International Jewellery London (IJL) will be showcasing the first direct precious metal 3D printing system which allows jewellers to quickly create complex jewellery. Known as 3D printing, or additive manufacturing, powdered precious metal is melted layer by layer using a laser. The technology is being developed by Cooksongold (part of…
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25 JulyVoice On The Highstreet
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 minutes away from where I’d…
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23 JulyAppointments
Fellows appoints new jewellery specialist
The jewellery and watch auctioneers Fellows has announced a further addition to its London team with the appointment of Francesca Garvey-Hughes. Garvey-Hughes has been appointed as Fellow’s new jewellery specialist, having previously been head of jewellery at Wright Marshall in Knutsford. Garvey-Hughes was also a junior jewellery and silver specialist…
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17 JulyDesigners
Daniel Wellington launches first regional store outside London
Independent financial consulting company St David’s Partnership has launched Daniel Wellington’s first standalone UK store outside of London. The new 430 sq ft store in located at St David’s, Cardiff and it offers an assortment of the brand’s classic accessories including classic cuffs and interchangeable watch straps in NATO, mesh…
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16 JulyAppointments
Victoria McKay to step down from London Diamond Bourse
Victoria McKay has given notice that she is stepping down as chief operating officer of London Diamond Bourse (LDB), after six years in the position. Bourse president Alan Cohen credited McKay with playing a key role in positioning the LDB as a progressive bourse worldwide transforming the “inwardly focused private…
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13 JulyRetailers
Bumper June footfall sees record increase of 11.4%
UK retailers benefited from record month-on-month growth in footfall for June, with a 11.4% increase in high street traffic compared with May. Compared with the same period last year, footfall was 7.8% lower, but June did deliver a reduction in the year-on-year deficit for the fourth successive month, data from…
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3 JulyDesigners
Second Ethical Gem Fair to take place in London
The success of the inaugural Ethical Gem Fair in early March 2018 has resulted in the organisation of a second fair, taking place on August 31 to September 1 2018. The two-day event will allow guests to purchase gemstones that offer full provenance, in addition to presentations from each of…
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Jun- 2018 -26 JuneProduct Launches
French Jewellers Jaubalet Paris expands presence to the UK
Independent French jewellers, Jaubalet Paris, has opened its first office within the UK. Based in London Mayfair, the new office is also the company’s first venture outside of France. The firm was first launched in 2008 aiming to provide high end custom luxury jewellery inspired by French artistry. Jaubalet Paris…
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25 JuneRetailers
Goldsmiths jewellers owner appoints banks ahead of IPO listing next year
The parent company of British jewellery retail chain Goldsmiths has appointed two banks to manage its flotation on the stock market next year. Aurum Holdings, which also owns Watches of Switzerland, has appointed Goldman Sachs and Barclays to aid with a public listing that may take place in London next…
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21 JuneProduct Launches
Savage & Rose launches one-of-a-kind collection for exclusive retail partner
London-based jewellery brand Savage & Rose has created a special collection of nine one-off designs, which it will be offering to one retailer on an exclusive basis. The nine-piece collection, comprising of diamond and 18ct gold designs from its Ornate range, features cuffs, rings and earrings that perfectly embody Savage…
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