Sustainability
Sustainability has become a defining priority for the UK jewellery trade, influencing consumer choices and shaping business practices across the supply chain. For jewellers, designers, manufacturers, and suppliers, staying informed on sustainable materials, ethical sourcing, and environmental initiatives is critical to meeting market expectations and regulatory demands. Jewellery Focus offers in-depth coverage on sustainability, including case studies, industry innovations, certifications, and insights into how businesses are adapting to a more responsible future.
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Nov- 2023 -27 NovemberNews
Baekke partners with B-Corp platform Wolf & Badger
Baekke, the Danish sustainable jewellery brand, has announced its partnership with Wolf and Badger, the B Corp-certified platform curating over 2000 independent brands globally. Baekke’s jewellery, featuring interchangeable coloured beads, aligns with Wolf and Badger’s commitment to sustainability and ethical craftsmanship. Baekke said the collaboration marks a “significant step” as…
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20 NovemberRetailers
Lightbox partners with Roseate and The Future Rocks
Lab-grown jewellery brand Lightbox has announced its new design-driven partnerships with Roseate, pearl fine jewellery brand and The Future Rocks, the global online marketplace fully focused on lab-grown jewellery. According to Lightbox, its partnerships with Roseate and The Future Rocks will enable it to “broaden its product assortment, retail visibility…
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7 NovemberDesigners
Considered Jewellery launches debut ‘Created in the UK’ collection
Considered Jewellery, a new online jewellery brand, has announced the launch of its debut signature collection. The premium range of responsibly produced jewellery is made from recycled sterling silver with Fairmined gold vermeil and has been created entirely in the UK. The debut range has been produced in Hatton Garden…
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6 NovemberRetailers
Kiki McDonough receives RJC certification
Kiki McDonough Ltd has been recently certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC). As an RJC member, the brand commits to operating its business in accordance with the RJC Code of Practices Standard by integrating ethical, human rights, social and environmental considerations into its day-to-day operations, business planning activities and…
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Oct- 2023 -20 OctoberAppointments
Sandrine Conseiller appointed CEO of De Beers Brands
De Beers Group has announced the appointment of Sandrine Conseiller as CEO, De Beers Brands. Conseiller’s appointment follows Marc Jacheet’s decision to leave De Beers and she will join De Beers and become a member of the group’s executive committee on 1 December 2023. In her new role, Conseiller will…
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6 OctoberRetailers
Pandora raises revenue guidance amid strong store sales
Pandora has upped its revenue guidance for the year to between DKK 34-36bn (£4.2-4.5bn) after seeing a spike in store sales. As part of its Phoenix strategy, Pandora plans to scale up its investments to accelerate revenue growth, brand desirability and store network. This will include building its position as…
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Sep- 2023 -28 SeptemberDesigners
Chupi launches three new bracelets
Chupi has announced a new bracelet collection that includes three new signature fine jewellery bracelets. After four years in development, the collection is made up of The Hawthorn Twig Bracelet, North Star Bracelet and Lost Without You Bracelet. The Hawthorn Twig Bracelet, which retails for £489, comes in 14k recycled…
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26 SeptemberRetailers
Finematter secures £2.2m in seed round
Finematter, the circular marketplace with over 150 independent jewellers, has announced the successful second close of its seed round, bringing the total raised to £2.2m. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in London, the company empowers customers to order, repair, remodel, and recycle real jewellery, giving them access to work with…
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21 SeptemberRetailers
Vrai partners with Malaika and launches new Aura Solitaire Bracelets
Vrai fine jewellery has announced its partnership with Noella Coursaris Musunka and the non-profit she founded in 2007, Malaika. Malaika’s mission is to empower girls and their families through education and community transformation. Its community-led ecosystem provides clean water, vocational, agricultural, athletic, and health programmes. Both the Malaika School and…
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6 SeptemberRetailers
BAEKKE unveils new brand and website
BAEKKE has announced the launch of its brand-new Shopify website and new interchangeable coloured bead bracelets that click on and off, allowing wearers to customise their jewellery according to their mood. The brand said it has “remained true to its commitment to sustainability by embracing a ‘cradle-to-cradle’ philosophy”, which ensures…
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