http://www.retail-jeweller.com http://www.retail-jeweller.com http://www.retail-jeweller.com/magazine/graphics/logo.png http://www.retail-jeweller.com http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/richemonts-watch-and-jewellery-sales-grew-by-18-and-13-respectively-this-year/5049197.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/richemonts-watch-and-jewellery-sales-grew-by-18-and-13-respectively-this-year/5049197.article The luxury conglomerate achieved these results despite the continuing strength of the Swiss Franc and the high cost of precious metals and stones Thu, 16 May 2013 15:03 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/uk-jewellery-awards-tables-selling-out-fast/5049313.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/uk-jewellery-awards-tables-selling-out-fast/5049313.article Make sure you book now to ensure your place at the industry event of the year, which has been relocated to the stunning environs of the Natural History Museum. Tue, 21 May 2013 11:15 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/bulova-to-open-in-beaverbrooks/5049312.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/bulova-to-open-in-beaverbrooks/5049312.article The luxury watch brand will be going into eight stores, including Westfield London, York, Chester and Trafford Tue, 21 May 2013 11:05 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/stephen-webster-wins-andrea-palladio-designer-award/5049310.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/stephen-webster-wins-andrea-palladio-designer-award/5049310.article Internationally acclaimed luxury jeweller was named Best International Jewellery Designer 2013 at the Spring Edition ofhte VicenzaOro trade fair on May 18. Tue, 21 May 2013 11:01 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/the-jewellery-show-london-grows-loose-gem-and-diamond-area/5049219.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/the-jewellery-show-london-grows-loose-gem-and-diamond-area/5049219.article The forthcoming Jewellery Show London will play host to a loose gems area this year and will also introduce a loose diamonds area, helping to ensure that the show is the most comprehensive go-to destination in the jewellery buying calendar.For the first time the Jewellery Show London, organised by i2i events, which takes place on June 11-12 at London’s Somerset House, will house a selection of loose diamonds exhibitors including Windiam, Nasielski Diamonds, Arcadia Diamonds, HRA Group, Fri, 17 May 2013 13:28 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/1m-worth-of-jewellery-stolen-from-cannes-film-festival/5049215.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/1m-worth-of-jewellery-stolen-from-cannes-film-festival/5049215.article According to report on the BBC’s website, the jewellery was taken from a safe in the room of an employee of Chopard. Fri, 17 May 2013 12:38 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/garrard-to-unveil-sentebale-charity-bracelet-at-the-chelsea-flower-show/5049193.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/garrard-to-unveil-sentebale-charity-bracelet-at-the-chelsea-flower-show/5049193.article The piece of jewellery will be shown on the first day of the show and has been specially designed to support the work of the charity, which helps vulnerable children in Lesotho, Africa. Thu, 16 May 2013 13:16 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/two-time-bafta-winner-olivia-colman-chooses-carat/5049192.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/two-time-bafta-winner-olivia-colman-chooses-carat/5049192.article The actor, who took home the awards for best supporting actress for Accused and best female in a comedy programme for Twenty Twelve, picked the luxury fashion jeweller for the event Thu, 16 May 2013 13:05 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/india-and-china-drive-global-demand-for-gold-jewellery/5049191.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/india-and-china-drive-global-demand-for-gold-jewellery/5049191.article The latest World Gold Council Demand Trends report has shown that this market has grown by 12% in the period from January–March 2013 Thu, 16 May 2013 12:54 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/greubel-forsey-educational-project-has-reached-its-second-year/5049159.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/greubel-forsey-educational-project-has-reached-its-second-year/5049159.article Called Le Garde Temps, la Naissance d’une Montre, it was devised as a way of preserving and perpetuating traditional watchmaking techniques and expertise for future generations. laura.mccreddie@emap.com (Laura McCreddie) Wed, 15 May 2013 13:52 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/pandora-reports-group-revenue-increase-of-40/5049157.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/pandora-reports-group-revenue-increase-of-40/5049157.article The luxury fashion jewellery brand released its Q1 results today, revealing that group revenue was up to DKK 2,002m Wed, 15 May 2013 13:04 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/richard-mille-becomes-the-official-timing-partner-for-the-lotus-f1-team/5049120.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/richard-mille-becomes-the-official-timing-partner-for-the-lotus-f1-team/5049120.article The two-year deal will see the luxury timepiece maker’s branding appear on the team’s Formula 1 challenger, as well as on the driver overalls from the Spanish Grand Prix onwards. Tue, 14 May 2013 11:59 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/seven-rock-vault-designers-to-showcase-at-the-couture-show-in-las-vegas/5049123.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/seven-rock-vault-designers-to-showcase-at-the-couture-show-in-las-vegas/5049123.article The British Fashion Council (BFC) made the announcement today that the designers will take part in the show from May 30–June 3 Tue, 14 May 2013 12:16 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/monica-vinader-to-launch-high-end-collection-in-june/5049121.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/monica-vinader-to-launch-high-end-collection-in-june/5049121.article The range has been created in collaboration with Gemfields, the world’s leading producer of ethically-sourced natural precious coloured gemstones Tue, 14 May 2013 12:06 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/lolagrace-launch-concessions-in-house-of-fraser-stores-nationwide/5049119.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/lolagrace-launch-concessions-in-house-of-fraser-stores-nationwide/5049119.article The fashion jewellery brand, and a brand of the house of Swarovski, will open 10 concessions across the country from May 15 Tue, 14 May 2013 11:37 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/ck-watch-and-jewelry-co-ltd-has-rebranded/5049118.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/ck-watch-and-jewelry-co-ltd-has-rebranded/5049118.article The joint venture between Calvin Klein Inc and Swatch Group will now be known as Calvin Klein Watches & Jewelry Tue, 14 May 2013 11:29 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/kenneth-cole-launches-automatic-watch-to-benefit-the-foundation-for-aids-research-amfar/5049116.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/kenneth-cole-launches-automatic-watch-to-benefit-the-foundation-for-aids-research-amfar/5049116.article The Geneva Watch Group, Kenneth Cole’s licensee partner, will donate at least $25,000 to the charity from the sale of the limited edition timepiece, which is called Powered by You Tue, 14 May 2013 11:13 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/pandora-sponsors-the-10th-annual-glamour-women-of-the-year-awards/5049093.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/pandora-sponsors-the-10th-annual-glamour-women-of-the-year-awards/5049093.article This will be the third year that the luxury fashion jewellery brand has supported the awards, which will take place on June 4 in Berkeley Square Gardens Mon, 13 May 2013 15:26 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/emozioni-opens-115-independent-doors-in-10-weeks/5049066.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/emozioni-opens-115-independent-doors-in-10-weeks/5049066.article The Hot Diamonds interchangeable coin concept has been a success with retailers. Mon, 13 May 2013 12:02 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/nicholas-james-creates-sterling-silver-mens-range/5049065.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/nicholas-james-creates-sterling-silver-mens-range/5049065.article The award-winning contemporary British jeweller has based the designs on existing designs in the brand’s collection. Mon, 13 May 2013 11:56 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/uk-luxury-sector-to-double-in-size-in-next-five-years/5049062.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/uk-luxury-sector-to-double-in-size-in-next-five-years/5049062.article According to the annual report into the luxury sector done by the Walpole British Luxury in collaboration with Ledbury Research, the sector will grow from £6.6bn to £12.2bn by 2017. laura.mccreddie@emap.com (Laura McCreddie) Mon, 13 May 2013 11:43 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/leading-watch-brands-choose-the-watch-salon-as-launch-platform/5049004.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/leading-watch-brands-choose-the-watch-salon-as-launch-platform/5049004.article Launching in June as part of The Jewellery Show London at Somerset House, The Watch Salon is proving the London show of choice for premium brands looking to launch their latest collections laura.mccreddie@emap.com (Laura McCreddie) Fri, 10 May 2013 11:28 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/w-hamond-has-been-selected-to-exhibit-at-the-royal-horticultural-societys-tatton-park-show-in-july/5049008.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/w-hamond-has-been-selected-to-exhibit-at-the-royal-horticultural-societys-tatton-park-show-in-july/5049008.article The jet jewellery brand will create a garden entitled “Whitby Jet – A Journey from Jurassic to Gemstone”, which will be designed by Fiona Alexander. Fri, 10 May 2013 12:10 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/bouton-to-launch-into-world-duty-free-this-month/5049007.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/bouton-to-launch-into-world-duty-free-this-month/5049007.article The premium British sterling silver brand will be available at WDF Heathrow Terminal 5 and Birmingham’s airport locations and will launch into Gatwick and Heathrow Terminal 3 next month. Fri, 10 May 2013 11:59 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/concept-store-uniform-in-berlin-to-exhibit-gina-melosis-new-collection/5049006.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/concept-store-uniform-in-berlin-to-exhibit-gina-melosis-new-collection/5049006.article The store, which is dedicated to fashion and exploring its relations with other forms of expression, such as art and music, with collaborate with the British designer for its fourth exhibition. Fri, 10 May 2013 11:44 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/georg-jensen-has-acquired-danish-silver/5049005.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/georg-jensen-has-acquired-danish-silver/5049005.article Danish Silver is a globally recognised and authorised dealer of Georg Jensen antique hollowware, jewellery and watches and holds the world’s largest collection of antique Georg Jensen silver available for sale. Fri, 10 May 2013 11:34 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/hugh-rice-group-awarded-architectural-award/5049003.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/hugh-rice-group-awarded-architectural-award/5049003.article The retailer’s Beverley town centre store has received the “Built Heritage” development of the year in the East Riding of Yorkshire Council Chairman’s Awards for architectural excellence. Fri, 10 May 2013 11:20 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/events/brown-and-newirth-to-sponsor-holts-academy-graduation-awards/5048443.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/events/brown-and-newirth-to-sponsor-holts-academy-graduation-awards/5048443.article Brown & Newirth London will sponsor the Holts Academy Graduation Awards. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:32 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/a-z/trollbeads/trollbeads-launches-aurora-bangle/5048427.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/a-z/trollbeads/trollbeads-launches-aurora-bangle/5048427.article Trollbeads has launched a special, limited edition Aurora Bangle Set. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 09:00 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/watches/the-works-bremont/5048359.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/watches/the-works-bremont/5048359.article Bremont’s stylish new headquarters is a slice of the Swiss Jura in the British countryside, and the brand has plans to make its own movements there. Retail Jeweller gets the guided tour Fri, 26 Apr 2013 09:00 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/designers/imogen-belfield-collaborates-with-made-on-capsule-collection/5048423.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/designers/imogen-belfield-collaborates-with-made-on-capsule-collection/5048423.article British jewellery designer Imogen Belfield is collaborating with ethical jewellery brand Made to create capsule collection – Imogen Belfield for Made. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:19 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/taste-of-the-orient-hong-kong-jewellery-show/5048354.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/taste-of-the-orient-hong-kong-jewellery-show/5048354.article The Hong Kong International Jewellery Show is becoming the go-to fair for brands wanting to access the Asian market and for retailers seeking high-quality jewellery, as Laura McCreddie discovers laura.mccreddie@emap.com (Laura McCreddie) Thu, 25 Apr 2013 09:00 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/georg-jensen-adds-to-its-forget-me-knot-collection/5048506.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/georg-jensen-adds-to-its-forget-me-knot-collection/5048506.article The Danish jewellery and lifestyle brand’s collection will now include a bracelet, which will launch in stores in June Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:11 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/georg-jensen-grows-its-rose-gold-options/5048419.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/georg-jensen-grows-its-rose-gold-options/5048419.article Georg Jensen will launch the rose gold, pavé-set Fusion collection and add rose gold options to its Magic collection. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 11:20 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/watches/panerai-launches-luminor-marina-1950-3-days-automatic/5048438.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/watches/panerai-launches-luminor-marina-1950-3-days-automatic/5048438.article Officine Panerai has released the Luminor Marina 1950 3 Days Automatic – the first from the watch brand to introduce a combination of the  Luminor 1950 case, 42 mm diameter and a white dial. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 10:00 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/crystal-clear-baccarat-focus/5048352.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/crystal-clear-baccarat-focus/5048352.article Baccarat celebrates 250 years in business in 2014. Kate Donovan finds out how time-honoured techniques and values have shaped its past and are driving its future Wed, 24 Apr 2013 09:00 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/wewood-takes-the-uk-watch-market-by-storm/5048505.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/wewood-takes-the-uk-watch-market-by-storm/5048505.article Since the eco-friendly watch brand launched in the UK in 2012, it has sold 10,000 watches in the UK. RJtemp1@emap.com (Skyler Still) Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:55 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/a-z/domino/naomi-newton-sherlock-promoted-at-domino/5048415.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/a-z/domino/naomi-newton-sherlock-promoted-at-domino/5048415.article Naomi Newton Sherlock has been promoted to creative director for all Domino brands by WB The Creative Jewellery Group. Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:30 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/news-analyis-has-hong-kong-lost-its-allure/5048342.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/news-analyis-has-hong-kong-lost-its-allure/5048342.article The year began with experts claiming that Hong Kong’s luxury market was set for a decline in 2013. A few months on, Laura McCreddie heads to the city to find out if these forecasts are ringing true laura.mccreddie@emap.com (Laura McCreddie) Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:00 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/the-watch-salon-at-the-jewellery-show-london-partners-with-the-british-jewellers-association/5048507.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/the-watch-salon-at-the-jewellery-show-london-partners-with-the-british-jewellers-association/5048507.article The partnership has arisen in conjunction with the launch of The Watch Salon London, for which Retail Jeweller is the trade media partner. This newly dedicated area will feature premium watch brands such as Seiko, Breil, David Mason Watches and Bering Time. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:34 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/hermes-acquires-watch-case-maker/5048472.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/hermes-acquires-watch-case-maker/5048472.article The Swiss brand has acquired a majority stake in Joseph Erard, according to Reuters. This is just another example of a consolidations happening in the watch industry with key players being integrated into larger luxury houses. laura.mccreddie@emap.com (Laura McCreddie) Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:52 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/watches/lord-alan-sugar-wears-piagetaltiplano-in-teaser-for-the-apprentice/5048411.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/watches/lord-alan-sugar-wears-piagetaltiplano-in-teaser-for-the-apprentice/5048411.article Lord Alan Sugar can be seen wearing a Piaget Classic Altiplano in a teaser for the 2013 series of The Apprentice. RJtemp1@emap.com (Skyler Still) Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:26 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/events/backes-and-strauss-and-maison-waskoll-celebrate-partnership/5048434.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/events/backes-and-strauss-and-maison-waskoll-celebrate-partnership/5048434.article Diamond specialists Backes & Strauss and third generation jewellers Maison Waskoll celebrated their partnership at an exclusive cocktail party at the British Ambassador’s Residence in Paris, on April 11. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:00 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/multiples/one-to-one-mark-adlestone/5048347.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/multiples/one-to-one-mark-adlestone/5048347.article Beaverbrooks chairman Mark Adlestone tells Kate Donovan how he has created a culture of active listening that retailers far and wide aspire to Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:00 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/independents/cmj-suppliers-support-buying-groups-efforts-in-leslie-cass-liquidation/5048428.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/independents/cmj-suppliers-support-buying-groups-efforts-in-leslie-cass-liquidation/5048428.article Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ) suppliers have supported the action of the buying group in the liquidation of Sheffield retailer Leslie Cass. Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:12 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/in-business/people/allan-leighton-to-take-top-job-at-pandora/5048413.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/in-business/people/allan-leighton-to-take-top-job-at-pandora/5048413.article Former Asda boss Allan Leighton will succeed Bjørn Gulden as Pandora CEO on July 1, 2013. kate.donovan@emap.com (Kate Donovan) Fri, 19 Apr 2013 10:43 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/watches/bremont-wins-hsbc-global-connections-regional-final-award/5048399.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/watches/bremont-wins-hsbc-global-connections-regional-final-award/5048399.article British watch brand Bremont has triumphed as a winner of HSBC’s South West and Wales Regional Global Connections initiative, which seeks out the UK’s most innovative and forward-thinking companies.  kate.donovan@emap.com (Kate Donovan) Thu, 18 Apr 2013 17:05 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/multichannel/retail-sales-slip-05-as-wintry-weather-leaves-non-food-out-in-the-cold/5048393.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/multichannel/retail-sales-slip-05-as-wintry-weather-leaves-non-food-out-in-the-cold/5048393.article Retail sales volumes slipped 0.5% in March as the cold conditions pulled down the performance of non-food. Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:42 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/in-business/uk-consumer-price-inflation-holds-firm-at-28-in-march/5048303.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/in-business/uk-consumer-price-inflation-holds-firm-at-28-in-march/5048303.article UK consumer price inflation held steady at 2.8% for the second month running in March, according to the Office for National Statistics. Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:24 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/in-business/retail-park-vacancy-rate-rises-rapidly-following-administrations/5048302.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/in-business/retail-park-vacancy-rate-rises-rapidly-following-administrations/5048302.article Empty space on retail parks increased by its fastest rate for four years last year due to casualties in the retail sector, according to new research. Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:23 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/awards/ukja-shortlist-party-the-photos/5048260.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/awards/ukja-shortlist-party-the-photos/5048260.article See photos from the glamorous party, held on Thursday. Tue, 16 Apr 2013 12:58 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/gold/gold-price-slumps-to-lowest-in-two-years/5048266.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/gold/gold-price-slumps-to-lowest-in-two-years/5048266.article Panic selling saw the price of the precious metal drop to under $1,400 (£913) an ounce. Tue, 16 Apr 2013 12:06 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/swarovski-to-launch-new-fascia-cadenza-at-westfield-stratford/5048199.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/swarovski-to-launch-new-fascia-cadenza-at-westfield-stratford/5048199.article Jewellery retailer Swarovski is launching a new branded jewellery fascia in the UK with the first store due to open at Westfield Stratford. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:15 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/in-business/footfall-plunges-52-as-march-cold-snap-keeps-shoppers-away/5048198.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/in-business/footfall-plunges-52-as-march-cold-snap-keeps-shoppers-away/5048198.article Footfall plunged 5.2% in March as the cold snap put shoppers off hitting the high street, according to the BRC Springboard Footfall Monitor. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:11 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/watches/watchwarehouse-expands-to-accommodate-growth/5048237.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/watches/watchwarehouse-expands-to-accommodate-growth/5048237.article Independent watch retailer WatchWarehouse has expanded its premises and systems to accommodate company growth. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 16:42 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/designers/arabel-lebrusan-adds-to-wedding-jewellery/5048229.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/designers/arabel-lebrusan-adds-to-wedding-jewellery/5048229.article Designer Arabel Lebrusan is expanding her wedding jewellery collection with the launch of six additional ethical wedding rings. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:11 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/watches/asprey-bond-street-store-given-redesign/5048216.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/watches/asprey-bond-street-store-given-redesign/5048216.article The watch and jewellery departments at Asprey’s Bond Street store have been redesigned by luxury retail design consultancy Gpstudio. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:07 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/cmj-steps-in-to-help-its-suppliers-as-sheffield-retailer-leslie-cass-goes-into-liquidation/5048163.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/cmj-steps-in-to-help-its-suppliers-as-sheffield-retailer-leslie-cass-goes-into-liquidation/5048163.article This is an unprecedented move for the buying group and is a result of CMJ chief executive Willie Hamilton and CMJ chairman Stephen Hughes’s negotiations with the retailer’s liquidator, after it was revealed that the retailer’s debts was a six-figure sum. laura.mccreddie@emap.com (Laura McCreddie) Fri, 12 Apr 2013 15:48 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/breaking-news-uk-jewellery-awards-full-shortlist-announced/5048153.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/breaking-news-uk-jewellery-awards-full-shortlist-announced/5048153.article The announcement was made at glamorous party hosted at London’s Groucho Club and sponsored by Tresor Paris and supported by Pursuit Software Thu, 11 Apr 2013 20:07 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/smashing-pumpkins-violinist-ysanne-to-release-song-inspired-by-british-jeweller/5048149.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/smashing-pumpkins-violinist-ysanne-to-release-song-inspired-by-british-jeweller/5048149.article Russell Lownsbrough created the mermaid ring and swan-maid pendant that feature in the lyrics of the song and in the short film that accompanies it. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 13:31 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/dower-and-hall-redesigns-its-spitalfields-store/5048148.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/dower-and-hall-redesigns-its-spitalfields-store/5048148.article The shop, which is on Brushfield Street, has been newly refurbished and reflects the brand’s focus on its standalone stores. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 13:11 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/devon-launches-the-transparent-tread-1-exoskeleton/5048146.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/devon-launches-the-transparent-tread-1-exoskeleton/5048146.article The Californian-based manufacturer of cutting-edge time pieces will be exhibiting its latest creation at this year’s Baselworld, which starts on April 24. laura.mccreddie@emap.com (Laura McCreddie) Thu, 11 Apr 2013 12:30 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/harry-winston-unveils-its-wallpaper-commissioned-jewellery-box/5048123.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/harry-winston-unveils-its-wallpaper-commissioned-jewellery-box/5048123.article The box, which is a one-off, was requested by the magazine for its annual Handmade issue. Wed, 10 Apr 2013 16:29 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/iwc-launches-pop-up-exhibtion-of-the-ingenieur-watch-at-selfridges/5048122.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/iwc-launches-pop-up-exhibtion-of-the-ingenieur-watch-at-selfridges/5048122.article The Swiss watch brand will take over the British luxury department store’s Wonder Room from June 24 for two weeks with a pop-up that will celebrate its latest watch designs as well as its new engineering partnership with Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula One TM team Wed, 10 Apr 2013 16:07 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/emeli-sand-launches-gucci-timepieces-and-jewellery-s-uk-music-fund/5048120.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/emeli-sand-launches-gucci-timepieces-and-jewellery-s-uk-music-fund/5048120.article The multi-award winning British singer hosted the event alongside Radio 2 DJ Jo Whiley to launch the fund, whcih seeks to discover and promote young music talent worldwide Wed, 10 Apr 2013 15:55 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/gecko-relaunch-website/5048057.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/gecko-relaunch-website/5048057.article The jewellery brand decided to revamp its online presence in order to make its new collections more accessible. Tue, 9 Apr 2013 12:13 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/fraser-hart-to-introduce-pursuits-systems-to-37-stores/5048039.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/fraser-hart-to-introduce-pursuits-systems-to-37-stores/5048039.article The jewellery retail systems company will supply sales, stock control and back-office management systems for the multiple retailer following its success with Anthony Nicholas Group’s 14 Fields locations in Ireland. Mon, 8 Apr 2013 16:42 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/tw-steel-is-the-uk-watch-partner-for-upcoming-man-of-steel-movie/5048036.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/tw-steel-is-the-uk-watch-partner-for-upcoming-man-of-steel-movie/5048036.article TW Steel is the official UK watch partner for Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures’ upcoming Superman film “Man of Steel.” Mon, 8 Apr 2013 15:39 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/omega-signs-rory-mcilory-as-ambassador/5047993.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/omega-signs-rory-mcilory-as-ambassador/5047993.article The Northern Irish golfer will join celebrities such as Daniel Craig and Nicole Kidman as an endorser of the Swiss watch brand. Mon, 8 Apr 2013 09:46 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/accurist-appoints-a-new-national-accounts-manager-and-new-creative-agency/5047982.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/accurist-appoints-a-new-national-accounts-manager-and-new-creative-agency/5047982.article The British-based watch brand appointed Anthony Robins as national accounts manager and Edge Design as their new creative agency. Fri, 5 Apr 2013 16:26 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/another-uk-jewellery-awards-category-announced/5047979.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/another-uk-jewellery-awards-category-announced/5047979.article The shortlist for the Independent Retailer of the Year was announced today ahead of the Shortlist party, which takes place on April 11 Fri, 5 Apr 2013 16:08 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/robert-downey-jr-attends-press-conference-in-jaeger-lecoultre/5047977.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/robert-downey-jr-attends-press-conference-in-jaeger-lecoultre/5047977.article The actor was seen wearing a Jaeger-LeCoultre watch at a press conference held in South Korea for the release of “Iron Man 3” RJtemp1@emap.com (Skyler Still) Fri, 5 Apr 2013 15:57 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/lucy-q-designs-piece-exclusively-for-the-jewellery-show-london/5047942.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/lucy-q-designs-piece-exclusively-for-the-jewellery-show-london/5047942.article The designer, who is known for her “dripping silver” designs has created a necklace that will only be available as a bespoke piece Thu, 4 Apr 2013 12:09 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/hot-diamonds-announces-end-of-year-sales-results/5047941.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/hot-diamonds-announces-end-of-year-sales-results/5047941.article The silver jewellery brand reported that domestic sales for the brand increased by 29% during 2012-13, while export sales grew by 16%. Thu, 4 Apr 2013 12:00 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/alex-monroe-and-tatty-devine-make-the-natwest-uk-fashion-and-textile-awards-shortlist/5047940.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/alex-monroe-and-tatty-devine-make-the-natwest-uk-fashion-and-textile-awards-shortlist/5047940.article The two businesses are finalists in the Designer Business of the Year and Accessories Business of the Year respectively Thu, 4 Apr 2013 11:57 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/bonhams-to-auction-jewellery-belonging-to-wife-of-the-late-oswald-mosley/5047939.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/bonhams-to-auction-jewellery-belonging-to-wife-of-the-late-oswald-mosley/5047939.article The auction house will be offering a number of pieces of jewellery that once belong to Cynthia Mosley (née Curzon), including a double-row pearl necklace, and are expected to fetch as much as £80,000 each. Thu, 4 Apr 2013 11:48 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/designers/holts-academy-rolls-out-apprenticeship-scheme/5047838.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/designers/holts-academy-rolls-out-apprenticeship-scheme/5047838.article Holts Academy of Jewellery is rolling out its Apprenticeship Scheme, in partnership with the Birmingham School of Jewellery, for first national pilot. kate.donovan@emap.com (Kate Donovan) Tue, 2 Apr 2013 11:15 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/watches/bremont-announces-basel-2013-launches/5047856.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/watches/bremont-announces-basel-2013-launches/5047856.article British watch brand Bremont has unveiled its latest models, which will launch at Baselworld at the end of April, the ALT1-B2 and the U-2/BL. kate.donovan@emap.com (Kate Donovan) Tue, 2 Apr 2013 15:14 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/a-z/swag/coeur-de-lion-launches-in-three-swag-stores/5047822.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/a-z/swag/coeur-de-lion-launches-in-three-swag-stores/5047822.article Retail jeweller Swag is adding the Coeur de Lion brand to three of its stores in the South of England. kate.donovan@emap.com (Kate Donovan) Tue, 2 Apr 2013 10:55 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/multichannel/technology/baselworld-2013-app-launches/5047801.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/multichannel/technology/baselworld-2013-app-launches/5047801.article The Baselworld 2013 App is now available for downloading, offering help for those negotiating the new hall layouts. kate.donovan@emap.com (Kate Donovan) Tue, 2 Apr 2013 10:21 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/a-z/omega/omega-releases-animated-3d-film-for-global-campaign/5047858.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/a-z/omega/omega-releases-animated-3d-film-for-global-campaign/5047858.article Omega has released a 3D animated short film, which features the brand’s co-axial mechanical watch movement. Tue, 2 Apr 2013 16:34 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/in-business/inquiry-into-the-retail-sector-to-look-at-business-rates-impact/5047799.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/in-business/inquiry-into-the-retail-sector-to-look-at-business-rates-impact/5047799.article Tackling the business rates burden is likely to be a major part of the recently-launched inquiry into the UK retail sector. Tue, 2 Apr 2013 10:05 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/in-business/retailers-hit-by-business-rates-increase/5047797.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/in-business/retailers-hit-by-business-rates-increase/5047797.article Retailers’ costs will be squeezed further as the new business rates increase came into force yesterday, hitting the sector with an additional £175m business rates bill this year. Tue, 2 Apr 2013 10:00 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/multiples/early-reveal-ukja-boutique-and-multiple-shortlists-announced/5047767.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/multiples/early-reveal-ukja-boutique-and-multiple-shortlists-announced/5047767.article The UK Jewellery Award finalists for the Best Boutique and Best Multiple categories have been unveiled ahead of the other categories. kate.donovan@emap.com (Kate Donovan) Thu, 28 Mar 2013 11:27 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/in-business/gfk-consumer-confidence-measure-remains-flat-for-third-consecutive-month/5047783.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/in-business/gfk-consumer-confidence-measure-remains-flat-for-third-consecutive-month/5047783.article Research body GfK has said the public’s mood has improved on the “deep trough” experienced last year as its monthly consumer confidence measure held steady. Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:05 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/watches/boss-watches-to-reward-holes-in-one/5047763.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/watches/boss-watches-to-reward-holes-in-one/5047763.article Boss Watches is launching an hole-in-one prize for golfers who make the difficult shot in club competitions and giving away approximately £1,000,000-worth of exclusive Boss Watches as a reward. Thu, 28 Mar 2013 11:02 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/in-business/people/duncan-groves-to-leave-fish-brothers-group/5047740.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/in-business/people/duncan-groves-to-leave-fish-brothers-group/5047740.article Fish Brothers Group director Duncan Groves has decided to leave the company, following a restructure. Wed, 27 Mar 2013 16:58 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/multiples/tomassa-to-make-high-street-debut-at-goldsmiths/5047742.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/multiples/tomassa-to-make-high-street-debut-at-goldsmiths/5047742.article Fine jewellery brand Tomassa will be sold at Aurum Holdings retailer Goldsmiths, from June. kate.donovan@emap.com (Kate Donovan) Wed, 27 Mar 2013 17:20 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/gemstones/goldsmiths-centre-kicks-off-masterclass-series-with-optical-diamond-setting/5047726.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/gemstones/goldsmiths-centre-kicks-off-masterclass-series-with-optical-diamond-setting/5047726.article  The Goldsmiths’ Centre has launched its series of technical master classes for trade professionals, starting with a session focusing on Optical Diamond Setting. kate.donovan@emap.com (Kate Donovan) Wed, 27 Mar 2013 11:36 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/staff-changes-at-fraser-hart/5047704.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/staff-changes-at-fraser-hart/5047704.article The multiple retailer has made the changes as part of its continuing marketing, digital marketing and e-commerce strategy Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:33 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/jose-torrens-to-head-up-the-uk-subsidiary-of-audemars-piguet/5047708.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/jose-torrens-to-head-up-the-uk-subsidiary-of-audemars-piguet/5047708.article Torrens will take up his appointment at the Swiss watch brand’s UK office from April, having previously been brand manager for Latin America Tue, 26 Mar 2013 15:52 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/independents/retailers-meet-with-government-to-debate-high-streets-future/5047692.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/independents/retailers-meet-with-government-to-debate-high-streets-future/5047692.article The Government’s new Future High Streets Forum, co-chaired by Alliance Boots’ health and beauty boss Alex Gourlay, met for the first time yesterday to attempt to plot a course for the high street’s recovery. Tue, 26 Mar 2013 10:43 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/celebrity-endorsements/tresor-paris-spotted-on-stars-at-empire-awards/5047690.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/celebrity-endorsements/tresor-paris-spotted-on-stars-at-empire-awards/5047690.article Tresor Paris sponsored the Best British Film category at the Empire Awards, which took place at The Grosvenor House Hotel in London on Sunday evening. Tue, 26 Mar 2013 10:33 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/in-business/march-retail-sales-flat-but-retailers-confident-of-rise-in-april/5047710.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/in-business/march-retail-sales-flat-but-retailers-confident-of-rise-in-april/5047710.article Retailers are confident sales will grow next month despite recording flat sales in March and bringing six months of growth to an end, according to the CBI Distributive Trades Survey. Tue, 26 Mar 2013 15:55 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/multichannel/technology/green-benz-and-hd-join-up-to-launch-design-your-ring-online-system/5047654.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/multichannel/technology/green-benz-and-hd-join-up-to-launch-design-your-ring-online-system/5047654.article Independent jewellery retailer Green + Benz and fine jewellery manufacturer Henrich & Denzel (H&D) have joined forces to launch the Design Your Ring online service. kate.donovan@emap.com (Kate Donovan) Mon, 25 Mar 2013 12:19 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/laurent-feniou-takes-appointment-at-cartier-uk/5047658.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/news/laurent-feniou-takes-appointment-at-cartier-uk/5047658.article He has accepted the position of managing director with the fine watch and jewellery house Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:44 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/watches/rjc-certifies-ralph-lauren-watch-and-jewelry-co/5047647.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/watches/rjc-certifies-ralph-lauren-watch-and-jewelry-co/5047647.article Ralph Lauren Watch & Jewelry Co is the latest company to be certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC). kate.donovan@emap.com (Kate Donovan) Mon, 25 Mar 2013 10:07 GMT http://www.retail-jeweller.com/multichannel/4g-to-boost-retail-spend-by-18bn-a-year-says-ebay/5047643.article?referrer=RSS http://www.retail-jeweller.com/multichannel/4g-to-boost-retail-spend-by-18bn-a-year-says-ebay/5047643.article The arrival of universal 4G in Britain could boost the retail economy by around £1.8bn a year, according to new research by online giant eBay. 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