York
York has a growing presence in the UK jewellery trade, with its mix of independent jewellers, heritage brands, and vibrant retail scene attracting both consumers and industry attention. For jewellers, suppliers, and designers, staying informed on developments in York helps identify regional opportunities and trends. Jewellery Focus covers the city’s jewellery sector in depth, including store openings, business updates, local market insights, and the role of York in the wider UK jewellery landscape.
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Feb- 2023 -20 FebruaryRetailers
Bradley’s Jewellers holds marketing weekend
Independent jeweller Bradley’s Jewellers has hosted a “successful” marketing weekend which led to higher-than-normal weekend footfall, significant growth in its email subscriber base, and local media attention. The jeweller participated in the annual York Ice Trail by installing a six-foot-tall ice sculpture of a diamond trilogy ring outside its store…
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Jan- 2023 -17 JanuaryDesigners
Samantha Siu jewellery launches on Selfridges
New York-based jewellery designer Samantha Siu has announced that its products are now available on Selfridges online store. A number of the brand’s gold earrings and gold necklaces ‘A Love Affair’ line from the have been made available on the retailer’s site. The range of earrings are handcrafted in Thailand…
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Dec- 2022 -23 DecemberDesigners
Fabergé announces exclusive collaboration with Yorkshire jeweller
Fabergé is set to launch a Yorkshire Rose egg pendant at Easter, designed exclusively by Yorkshire jewellery designer Kay Bradley who runs the independent boutique jewellery business Bradley’s Jewellers in York. The piece features a hand-enamelled Yorkshire Rose with a yellow sapphire centre in homage to the region’s heritage. Bradley…
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13 DecemberRetailers
Astrid & Miyu boosts revenue by 40% with revitalised loyalty programme
Astrid and Miyu has announced a 40% boost to total revenue after revitalising its loyalty programme with data-driven loyalty and engagement platform, LoyaltyLion. It has fifteen stores across London, Bristol, Manchester, Leeds and New York, all offering piercing, welding, jewellery recycling and engraving services as well as contemporary jewellery. This…
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Nov- 2022 -22 NovemberDesigners
Bradley’s Jewellers launches special edition christmas bangles
Independent jewellery retail business, Bradley’s Jewellers York has launched a new set of bangle designs ahead of Christmas. The special edition “Yorkshire Rose” bangle will be available from 1 December 2022, in a range of precious metals, including solid 9k and 18k white, yellow and rose gold, and a small…
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7 NovemberRetailers
Bradley’s Jewellers presents gemstone advent calendar
Independent jewellery retail business, Bradley’s Jewellers York has created a limited-edition advent calendar for Christmas, containing hand-picked precious and semi-precious gemstones. The calendar comprises 24 windows which open to reveal a loose gemstone that has been hand-selected by Bradley’s Jewellers’ owner, Kay Bradley. She has curated a range of gemstones…
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Oct- 2022 -20 OctoberRetailers
Bradley’s Jewellers expands Fabergé Yorkshire Rose collection
Bradley’s Jewellers York has added new designs to its Yorkshire Rose collection in collaboration with Fabergé, and the jeweller plans to continue developing the collection alongside its own-brand Yorkshire Rose bridal and fine jewellery offering. Its latest addition, the Fabergé Yorkshire Rose Egg Charm is crafted from 18k gold and…
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Sep- 2022 -30 SeptemberDesigners
Cartier International joins CIBJO as commercial member
Jewellery maison Cartier International has joined the World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) as a commercial member. Cartier operates over 200 boutiques in more than 60 countries, and three flagship stores, known as temples, in Paris, New York and London. Its revenues stood at approximately $12.4bn (£1.11bn) in 2022. The company, which…
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Aug- 2022 -31 AugustEvents
Vicenzaoro September: Over a thousand exhibiting brands and top industry voices
Over a thousand exhibiting brands will be from 9th to 13th September at Vicenzaoro September, the international gold and jewellery show organised by Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) to be held at Vicenza Exhibition Centre accompanied by VO Vintage (9th – 11th September). Speakers at the next edition will include key figures from the industry. The authoritative voices of entrepreneurs, institutions, thought leaders and key global…
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19 AugustRetailers
Astrid & Miyu opens first regional store in Leeds
Jewellery brand Astrid and Miyu has opened their first regional store in the UK, following a number of global and London-based openings in recent months. The store is located in the heart of the Victoria Quarter in Leeds. The two-storey space across 83 sqft including the ground floor and 1st…
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