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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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Jul- 2017 -25 JulyAuctions
Largest ever Andrew Grima jewellery collection comes to auction
The largest private collection of jewels by Andrew Grima ever to appear at auction will go under the hammer at Bonhams this September. The Anglo-Italian jeweller was regarded one of the 20th Century’s most imaginative designers and he was the go-to jeweller for royals, celebrities, socialites and artists. The collection,…
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24 JulyCurrent Affairs
Vincenzaoro to host seminar on impact of new EU regulation on jewellery trade
The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) and the Italian Exhibition Group, will present a seminar on the EU’s new regulation on conflict minerals at this year’s Vincenzaoro show. The new legislation is expected to impact the operating procedures of both jewellery companies in the European Union and those supply them from…
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19 JulyEvents
Yoko London to return to IJL after six-year hiatus
Luxury pearl jeweller Yoko London by Euro Pearls returns to IJL this year for the first time in six years. The return to the show is part of the firms renewed focus on the UK market, which includes the appointment of two new UK sales agents – Travis Burne and…
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18 JulyEvents
Hatton Garden to host two-day summer festival open to public
Summer 2017 sees the Hatton Garden BID host a public event celebrating all things bridal on July 21. The Hatton Garden Festival will consists of two days packed with entertainment, competitions, talks, workshops and the big ‘Diamond Hunt’ – perfect for those who are thinking of popping the big question or…
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14 JulyEvents
‘A ring is a ring is a ring’ exhibition to launch
A new exhibition entitled ‘A RING IS A RING IS A RING’ will launch at the London Design Festival. The exhibition is the result of a yearlong project between three European jewellery schools. Students from the hosting institution, the British Academy of Jewellery based in London, United Kingdom; the Department…
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13 JulyDesigners
Weston Beamor offers ‘Bespoke in Action’ at IJL
Weston Beamor will be demonstrating its services by creating customers’ bespoke pieces using CAD design, 3D printing and traditional hand finishing, live, at this year’s International Jewellery London (IJL). Richard Vinten, a specialist CAD designer, will be working on the stand throughout the show to demonstrate how a rough sketch…
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12 JulyDesigners
Nadine Aysoy to build on success with IJL debut
Fine jewellery brand Nadine Aysoy is preparing to build on its success with an appearance at International Jewellery London (IJL) this year. Founder, Nadine Aysoy, will be bringing her debut collection Tsarina to the event which is inspired by the fact that no two snowflakes are identical. The range incorporates…
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10 JulyEditor's Blog
Watch out for those toxins
Rules can seem boring but rarely do they exist for no reason. In recent weeks, a study found some low cost necklace jewellery had excessive levels of lead, cadmium or nickel release. The study, carried out by London Trading Standards on low-cost necklace jewellery found (in the worst cases) parts…
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5 JulyDesigners
Nambé celebrates successful UK launch
Designer lifestyle brand Nambé hosted its official UK launch on 29 June at the Hoxton Hotel in Holborn, London. Retailers, buyers, journalists and social influencers were invited to have an exclusive look at the American brand’s range. Among the range was Nambé’s sterling silver collection which was showcased at JCK…
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5 JulyDesigners
Daisy London launches Good Karma rings
Wellness-focused jewellery brand Daisy London has added to its Good Karma range with the release of new ring designs. Describing the rings as jewellery made “with meaning”, the pieces are made of sterling silver and come in a range of well known wellness symbols such as the Hamsa hand and…
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