Setting
Settings are a critical element of jewellery design, influencing both aesthetics and functionality. For UK jewellers, designers, and manufacturers, mastering setting techniques and understanding emerging trends is key to creating pieces that resonate with consumers. Jewellery Focus explores the world of jewellery settings, from traditional methods to innovations in CAD and 3D printing, as well as insights into consumer preferences and production challenges. Our coverage helps trade professionals stay ahead in design and craftsmanship.
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Sep- 2023 -15 SeptemberFeatures
How UK jewellers can champion sustainable sourcing in their business
An increasing number of UK jewellery brands are adopting sustainable sourcing due to a boost in customer demand. Since the explosion of climate change activists inspired by Greta Thunberg in August 2018, customers have become attuned to the environmental impact of material sourcing. As such, demand has risen for companies…
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4 SeptemberRetailers
Pandora launches new Diamonds For All campaign
Pandora has launched its new Diamond For All campaign featuring Pamela Anderson, Grace Coddington, Justina Miles and more. The new campaign coincides with the launch of its three lab-grown diamonds collections. The three collections include Pandora Nova, Pandora Era and Pandora Talisman. Pandora Nova features round brilliant or princess cut…
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Aug- 2023 -31 AugustManufacturers
Armitage Tools partners with Jura Tools
Armitage Tools has announced a new strategic partnership with fellow family-run business Jura Tools. The two companies said that the partnership will offer customers a “new and expanded product selection”. The partnership will offer customers access to the “most sought-after diamond setting products” in the industry. It will also offer…
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16 AugustTrade Organisations
Scottish jewellery school secures £45k loan for expansion
Scottish independent jewellery school Vanilla Ink CIC has received a £45,000 loan from Social Investment Scotland. As a result the company has added a new studio space at its Brook Street Studios which has increased its capacity. It now has dedicated teaching space for its 10-month INKubator Programme, as well…
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15 AugustRetailers
Pandora launches three new lab-grown diamond collections
Pandora has announced the expansion of its lab-grown diamonds assortment with the launch of three new collections. The new collections include Pandora Nova, Pandora Era and Pandora Talisman. Pandora Nova features round brilliant or princess cut stones and introduces a proprietary four-prong setting that reveals more of the diamond. Pandora…
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4 AugustDesigners
Geoffrey Good launches bespoke services
Fine jeweller Geoffrey Good has announced the launch of a new bespoke service. As part of the service the jeweller will be offering both in person and virtual services to help customers find the right piece. The jeweller will utilise high carat gold, platinum and responsibly sourced coloured gemstones and…
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Jul- 2023 -31 JulyRetailers
GemCastLive launches new online store
GemCastLive has announced the launch of its new online store which will offer an exclusive range of shipping benefits for customers in the UK, EU, and US. The online store will feature fashion jewellery and a curated selection of “affordable” jewellery for all occasions in sterling silver and genuine gemstones.…
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20 JulyRetailers
Steven Stone launches new Barbie collection
Fine jewellery and diamond expert Steven Stone has launched its new Barbie collection inspired by the Barbie movie releasing on 21st July 2023. The collection features a pendant, a pair of earrings and an infinity ring and has been designed by Maxwell Stone, creative director of Steven Stone. The first…
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14 JulyManufacturers
Hickman Shearer to auction off final assets of Vashi
Equipment sales specialists Hickman Shearer has been commissioned to auction off the final assets from Vashi’s West End headquarters and workshops. The news comes after Vashi fell into administration earlier this year and its online operation, which accounted for 80% of Vashi’s business, was sold to Queensmith, a Hatton Garden-based,…
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11 JulyDesigners
Repossi unveils Antifer 10th Anniversary collection
Repossi has created five new pieces and an exclusive set of high jewellery to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Antifer. According to Repossi, The Antifer collection draws its inspiration from contemporary art and architecture, both of which are “rooted in the house’s genes”. It features “minimalist”, “radical” lines and “sharp”…
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