Wholesale
Wholesale is the backbone of the UK jewellery supply chain, connecting manufacturers, distributors, and retailers with the products and materials they need to meet market demand. From precious metals and gemstones to finished collections and display solutions, wholesale operations shape the success of both independent jewellers and major retail chains.
Jewellery Focus covers the wholesale sector in depth, reporting on supplier innovations, market trends, pricing developments, and logistical challenges affecting the trade. We provide insights for retailers seeking reliable partners, as well as for wholesalers looking to adapt to shifting consumer behaviours, sustainability demands, and regulatory changes.
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Jan- 2018 -19 JanuaryRetailers
Tiffany & Co sees sales festive sales increase
New York based jeweller Tiffany & Co has reported a strong performance over the festive period as sales increased worldwide. Net sales increased by 8% over the two month period ending December 31 2017 taking the total to £720m. Comparable sales also rose by 5%. Tiffany & Co attributed the…
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Nov- 2017 -27 NovemberDesigners
Henryka throws party for store relaunch
British silver and natural gemstone jewellery brand Henryka threw a relaunch party for its Hereford own-brand boutique on 17 November. The store in the heart of Hereford city centre has been given a makeover to align with Henryka’s brand overhaul. Highlights include a new orange and black colour palette, nature…
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8 NovemberDesigners
Soru Jewellery launches at Fenwick London
Soru Jewellery will now be stocked at Fenwick stores in London. British-Sicilian sisters, Francesca and Marianna, used their love of travel and summer holidays spent in Sicily, to influence the brand’s designs. Since its launch four years ago, Soru has accrued a number of wholesale partnerships. This new partnership marks…
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7 NovemberDesigners
Henryka sales manager nominated for NAJ award
Silver and natural gemstone jewellery brand Henryka has announced that its sales and trade accounts manager, Hollie Francis, has been shortlisted for a National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) Award. Hollie started working with Henryka in August 2011 as its sales and marketing manager before transitioning to trade accounts manager in 2016.…
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Oct- 2017 -30 OctoberDesigners
Henryka unveils Hereford store redesign
Silver and natural gemstone jewellery brand Henryka has transformed the interior and exterior of its own-brand boutique on Widemarsh Street, Hereford, to accommodate its new brand identity. Unveiled earlier this year, Henryka refreshed its new brand strategy with a bohemian-inspired orange and black colour palette, new marketing materials, point-of-sale displays…
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Aug- 2017 -22 AugustEvents
Raw Pearls launches new brochure ahead of IJL
Wholesale supplier Raw Pearls has released its new brochure of fine pearl jewellery. The release coincides with International Jewellery London and incorporates the brand’s key 2017 pieces. Jonathan Raw, managing director, said: “The brochure showcases our best-selling lines, and reiterates our service commitment to our customers as we deepen long-established…
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Jul- 2017 -13 JulyDesigners
Natalie Perry Jewellery launches debut Fairtrade gold collection
A new British fine jewellery company, called Natalie Perry, launched this week with a debut collection, Floral Fragments. The collection is inspired by the disintegrating murals that adorn the walls of ancient Indian temples and is crafted in delicate 18-carat Fairtrade gold filigree, set with white diamonds and coloured gemstones.…
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5 JulyDesigners
Thomas Sabo and Peter Jackson partner for new store concept
Thomas Sabo has announced a unique retail offering and partnership with independent jeweller, Peter Jackson. As part of the new store concept, Thomas Sabo will open side by side within the Peter Jackson the Jeweller Boutique in St George’s Centre in Preston on 21 July. The concept is the first…
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May- 2017 -22 MayAdvice
Webinar recap: Alex Monroe’s team on their omnichannel retail success
With the team at Alex Monroe designing, making and selling high quality jewellery in large volumes in-house and grasping their hands on so much success; how do they keep on top of it all? What’s their secret of omnichannel retail success? Make your store reflect your brand – Everything in our…
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Apr- 2017 -7 AprilRetailers
UK retailers fail to lift sales despite higher footfall
Despite positive footfall levels in March, sales for UK retailers failed to grow. According to accountancy firm BDO’s High Street Sales Tracker (HSST), UK retailers have failed to grow sales for the fourth month in a row, with like-for-like sales flat (0%) in March despite warmer weather and Mother’s day…
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