Plating
Plating is a vital process in the jewellery trade, allowing jewellers, designers, and manufacturers to enhance the appearance, durability, and value of their pieces. From gold and rhodium to innovative eco-friendly alternatives, advances in plating techniques continue to shape production standards and consumer expectations. Jewellery Focus provides insights into plating technologies, supplier innovations, and best practices, helping trade professionals stay informed on developments that impact quality, sustainability, and operational efficiency.
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Jan- 2026 -8 JanuaryRetailers
Pandora to launch Bridgerton-inspired jewellery collection
Pandora is set to launch a new jewellery collection inspired by Netflix and Shondaland series Bridgerton, marking the brand’s latest collaboration with the streaming platform. The 14-piece collection, titled Rules to Love By, draws on visual and symbolic elements associated with the Regency era, reinterpreted into contemporary designs. Pandora said…
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Dec- 2025 -16 DecemberRetailers
Thomas Sabo to launch new SS26 jewellery collection
Thomas Sabo is set to launch its new Spring and Summer 2026 jewellery collection on 22 January 2026 in selected stores and online. The collection references 2026 as the Year of the Horse and spans three established lines: Sterling Silver, Rebel at Heart and Charm Club. The ranges are titled…
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Nov- 2025 -25 NovemberRetailers
Lily Charmed to enter Middle East through Rivoli Group stores
British jewellery brand Lily Charmed will enter the Middle East market in December through a partnership with retailer Rivoli Group, with its collections to be sold in 25 Hour Choice stores across the UAE, Qatar, Oman and Bahrain. The deal marks the next stage in the brand’s expansion following its…
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Oct- 2025 -21 OctoberRetailers
Thomas Sabo to launch Peanuts Christmas collection
Jewellery brand Thomas Sabo has announced that it is set to release a new Christmas collection in collaboration with the Peanuts comic series, featuring characters including Charlie Brown, Snoopy and Woodstock. The collection, part of the brand’s autumn/winter 2025 line, includes bracelets and necklaces designed with hand-painted enamel in red…
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Aug- 2025 -28 AugustRetailers
Pandora launches new Talisman and Minis charm collections
Jewellery brand Pandora has unveiled two new collections, Pandora Talisman and Pandora Minis, which update its signature charms with “contemporary” designs and “symbolic” motifs. The Pandora Talisman collection features 12 engraved medallions inspired by ancient coins. Each piece carries Latin inscriptions, including amor vincit omnia (‘love conquers all’) and per…
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Jul- 2025 -2 JulyRetailers
Thomas Sabo to launch new Elyndra collection
Thomas Sabo will launch its new signature jewellery range, the Elyndra collection, on 4 July 2025. The collection, which was developed under the creative direction of Aurore Melot and company founder Thomas Sabo, is inspired by ancient landscapes and classical symbolism, with designs that reference strength, freedom and timelessness. Central…
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May- 2025 -14 MayRetailers
Thomas Sabo launches new Charm Club Connect concept
Thomas Sabo has announced the launch of its new Charm Club Connect concept in addition to its Original Charms with a lobster clasp. The new Connect Charms feature a discreet loop, designed to be attached to special charm necklaces and bracelets: thanks to the new Connect Links, which can be…
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Mar- 2025 -19 MarchFeatures
Poppy Elder on trends shaping the bespoke engagement market
Engagement ring sales have grown by 14% annually, driven by a resurgence in marriages that has reversed years of decline in the UK, according to a new analysis by online diamond retailer 77 Diamonds. Exclusive insights from 77 Diamonds suggest that this post-pandemic wedding surge has continued since 2022. As…
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10 MarchAppointments
British Hallmarking Council appoints three new members
The Secretary of State for Business and Trade has appointed Kerry Gregory, Sally Leonard and Frederick Toye as the three new members to the British Hallmarking Council from January 2025 for a period of three years. They will work with the chair Noel Hunter, OBE and existing members of council…
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Nov- 2024 -28 NovemberRetailers
Armitage Tools expands Balco partnership
Armitage Tools has announced a significant expansion of its partnership with Balco to distribute Legor Solutions. Legor offers premium plating solutions including its r rhodium plating solution. This collaboration allows Armitage Tools to offer both Balco’s advanced engineering alongside Legor’s premium materials. Hannah Armitage, director of Armitage Tools, said: “At…
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