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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Dec- 2017 -1 DecemberAppointments
Buckley London expands its sales team
British fashion jewellery designer Buckley London has announced the appointment of Craig Sutherland as part of its sales team expansion. As international account manager, Sutherland will play a key part in the global business development strategy and market expansion of the Buckley London brand. He will be instrumental in developing…
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1 DecemberAuctions
‘Life-saving’ Peace Diamond to be auctioned by Sierra Leone
On Monday 4 December in New York the government of Sierra Leone will auction a 709 carat rough diamond, which it has named the Peace Diamond. The stone which will be sold for the benefit of 250,000 inhabitants of a region with no school, hospital, clean water, roads or electricity.…
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Nov- 2017 -30 NovemberRetailers
Watchfinder continues expansion with Brent Cross store opening
Watchfinder – the pre-owned watch specialist – is continuing its expansion across the UK by opening a seventh store at Brent Cross Shopping Centre. The Maidstone-based company currently has four central London stores in Canary Wharf, The Royal Exchange, Avery Row and Burlington Arcade – plus Bluewater in Kent and…
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28 NovemberDesigners
Annabella Diamonds launches in London
Annabella Diamonds, a fine jewellery house established in Monaco Monte-Carlo, is having its London launch party the Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel, Knightsbridge on 1 December. The former Miss Stockholm and Swedish model, Lady Milla Sommer and her business partner, the British entrepreneur and jewellery designer Carolyn Fisher are best friends…
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27 NovemberDesigners
Kendra Scott brings UK debut to Selfridges
American jewellery brand Kendra Scott has launched in the UK with its new ‘shop-in-shop’ concept opening in Selfridges. Kendra Scott’s first ever retail concept outside of the USA opened on 20 November. The Selfridges concept, ‘Color Bar’, will feature a personalised range of necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings. At the…
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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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