Watches
Watches hold a unique position in the jewellery trade, blending craftsmanship, design, and technology to create enduring appeal for consumers and lucrative opportunities for retailers. From luxury Swiss timepieces to emerging British watch brands, the sector continues to evolve with shifting trends, innovation in materials, and changing customer expectations. Jewellery Focus covers the watch industry from a trade perspective, offering news on brands and launches, market analysis, retail insights, and updates on supply chain and distribution. Our coverage equips jewellers, distributors, and suppliers with the intelligence needed to navigate this dynamic segment.
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Sep- 2023 -29 SeptemberE-Commerce
Ebay UK launches Authentication Guarantee for fine jewellery
Ebay UK has announced the expansion of its Authenticity Guarantee programme to fine jewellery, as customer demand for luxury items continues to gain momentum with double-digit growth. New and pre-loved fine jewellery sold for £500 and over will soon be eligible to be independently verified in collaboration with GIA, the…
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18 SeptemberRetailers
Beaverbrooks reports ‘record’ turnover of £225m
National family-owned jewellery, diamond and watch retailer, Beaverbrooks, has announced “record” turnover of £225m in its latest accounts (March 2022 to February 2023), an increase of 11.4% on the previous year. Its operating profit also amounted to £25.7m. Beaverbrooks said that despite the effects of the cost-of-living crisis and uncertain…
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7 SeptemberRetailers
Anna Blackburn celebrates 25 years at Beaverbrooks
Managing director Anna Blackburn is celebrating her 25th anniversary at Beaverbrooks. Blackburn joined Beaverbrooks as a graduate trainee sales assistant at Manchester’s The Trafford Centre store in 1998. It has also been 10 years since she joined the group’s board of directors as the first female CEO in 2013, and…
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5 SeptemberRetailers
Laings opens new Tag Heuer boutique in Glasgow
Family-owned luxury jewellers Laings has opened a new Tag Heuer boutique on Buchanan Street on Glasgow’s Style Mile. The opening marks the first boutique for the luxury company in Scotland. It further highlights Laings’ continued commitment and investment in a bricks and mortar presence and to cement partnerships with global…
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Aug- 2023 -18 AugustRetailers
Kiki McDonough partners with Harrods
British jewellery brand Kiki McDonough has partnered with Harrods to launch a selection of pieces on its online platform. The partnership will see Kiki McDonough offering its Grace, Cushions and Signatures collections on the Harrods’ website. The Cushions collection features cushion-cut gemstones ranging from fire opal to lavender amethyst. The…
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15 AugustRetailers
F.Hinds unveils Hertford branch refit
Family-run jeweller F. Hinds has unveiled the refit of its store in Hertford town centre. The new store refit features modernisation to match the current F.Hinds branding, new wall decoration, flooring, and a new seated area for serving customers. The store will continue to provide a large range of jewellery,…
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11 AugustRetailers
Mappin and Webb unveils refurbed Guernsey showroom
Luxury jewellers Mappin and Webb has unveiled its new refurbished showroom in Guernsey. The historic listed building has undertaken an “extensive” refurbishment to be the second showroom to implement the new interior design concept providing a light, bright luxury environment. Clients will now walk directly into the dedicated Rolex room…
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2 AugustRetailers
F.Hinds unveils Bracknell store refit
Family owned and run jeweller, F.Hinds, has recently refurbished its Bracknell branch at The Lexicon. F.Hinds first opened its doors in Bracknell nine years ago, in 2014. The new Bracknell F.Hinds store, which has around seven staff features modernisation to match the current F.Hinds branding, new wall decoration, flooring, and…
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1 AugustDesigners
Swarovski opens new concept store in Liverpool One
Luxury jewellery brand Swarovski has opened a new concept store in Liverpool One shopping centre. The new store showcases the brand’s new WonderLUX concept that spans 2,000 sq ft. The showroom interior has been decorated with metallic finishes, fluted glass, chrome, and silk accents throughout. Different areas of the store…
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Jul- 2023 -26 JulyNews
RJC officially launches first ESG toolkit
Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has officially launched its first ever ESG toolkit to members after it was exclusively launched on 23 June 2023 at Harvard University. The “State of the Art Jewellery” summit hosted by RJC, the Gemmological Institute of America (GIA) and the Mineralogical and Geological Museum at Harvard…
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