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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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Nov- 2017 -24 NovemberDesigners
Roqaya’s Rocks launches new collection at Four Seasons
Roqaya’s Rocks new collection launched at the Four Seasons, Mayfair, garnering applause from London’s press, VIPs, fashionistas and style influencers. Inspired by the colours and movement of the ocean, this collection is crafted from unique gems, crystals and pearls. Each piece is made from inspiration and experience gained from Roqaya’s…
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24 NovemberDesigners
Lowry Hotel partners with Olivia Grace
Jewellery designer, diamond expert and Olivia Grace founder Helena Fine has returned to her Mancunian roots to partner with The Lowry Hotel on a VIP bespoke engagement and wedding ring service for 2018. Customers will be able to book a consultation with Olivia Grace’s CEO who will work with them…
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23 NovemberDesigners
Goldsmiths’ apprentices come out top at Worldskills UK
Three Goldsmiths’ Company apprentices have topped the medals table in the Fine Jewellery Making category at The Skills Show. The event, held at the NEC, Birmingham from 16-18 November, brought together young tradespeople and the next generation of skilled professionals. Jewellery Making category finalists included apprentices as well as students…
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23 NovemberAuctions
£1.4m Graff diamond up for Jewellery Quarter auction in ‘rare’ non-London sale
A fancy intense yellow and white diamond ring will be headlining Birmingham’s Fellows Antique & Modern Jewellery Sale. This yellow diamond is the centre piece of a ring created by Graff Diamonds and is estimated at between £900,000 and £1.4m. The auction house said that sale of a ring worth…
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21 NovemberUncategorized
Buckley London expands to the Americas
British fashion jewellery designer Buckley London has expanded to the Americas region with the announcement of a new retail partnership with distributor Trovari S.A. in Paraguay. Trovari S.A. has been bringing international brands to the Paraguayan market for more than 30 years and showcases brands in over 30 locations. After…
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17 NovemberDesigners
Citizen Watch UK launches TV campaign for A/W
Citizen Watch UK has launched its new in-store point of sale materials and extensive advertising campaign. The campaign will be featured across TV networks, lifestyle print titles, London Underground and social media for the new Citizen Promaster Collection and the ladies’ Diamond Collections. Highlights from the collection and timepieces featured…
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16 NovemberDesigners
Astrid and Miyu partner with Hero for live video shopping service
Astrid & Miyu has launched a new bespoke shopping service that will aim to make purchasing product on its website a ‘seamless experience’, in time for the busy Christmas period. ‘Hero’ is a brand new live video chat service that creates a hybrid between in-store and shopping online. The service…
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15 NovemberEvents
International Jewellery London launches IJL Talks
As part of its #withyou campaign and 365-commitment to the industry, International Jewellery London, has launched a new initiative – IJL Talks – a year-round platform for educational content. Starting with content drawn from speakers at the IJL 2017 Seminar Programme, essential learnings, insight, experience and advice will be available…
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14 NovemberCrime
Jewellery dealer loses £1m worth of precious stones in train theft
A jewellery dealer has lost a suitcase containing over £1m of precious stones, as it was stolen from a luggage rack on a Virgin train service. The 35-year-old dealer was travelling on the 7.03pm London Euston to Birmingham New Street commute on Wednesday 8 November, with the suitcase which contained…
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14 NovemberDesigners
Merci Maman launches limited edition Christmas collection
Personalised jewellery brand, Merci Maman, has announced the launch of a new and exclusive collection for the Christmas period. The Limited Edition Sparkling Gemstone Collection features two new necklace designs from the London-based brand. Starting at £89, each necklace features a druzy gemstone with the option of having a single…
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