Retail Jeweller
Kate Donovan

Kate Donovan is online editor of Retail Jeweller.

Cardiff jeweller reveals Breitling window display

21 May 2012
Parkhouse the Jeweller has launched a striking Breitling window display.
Lord Sutherland to become Goldsmith's Company's Prime Warden

21 May 2012
Lord Sutherland of Houndwood is named as the Goldsmith’s Company’s new Prime Warden.
Gc Westfield to feature special Queen's Jubilee watches

18 May 2012
Watch brand Gc has created two special edition watches for the Queen’s Jubilee, which will feature in the Westfield boutique.
CMJ to sponsor E-tailer category at UK Jewellery Awards

18 May 2012
The Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ) has been confirmed as sponsor of the E-tailer of the Year category at Retail Jeweller’s UK Jewellery Awards 2012.
Catherine Jones Jewellery to co-host platinum event

17 May 2012
Cambridgeshire retailer Catherine Jones Jewellery will be co-hosting an event showcasing two platinum dresses and a collection of platinum jewellery.
Mon Bijoux's first in-store event a success

17 May 2012
London jewellery boutique Mon Bijoux held a Meet the Artist event to launch a gold and silver collection by local artist RME.
Shaun Leane to release capsule collection for Diamond Jubilee

16 May 2012
Shaun Leane is releasing a capsule range of his iconic interlocking rings and bangles, in celebration of the upcoming Diamond Jubilee.
Cred launches Jubilee collection

16 May 2012
Cred Jewellery is tapping into the fervour for all things Brit with the launch of its Jubilee collection.
Pandora opens at Coopers Square

16 May 2012
Pandora opened a store at Coopers Square shopping centre in Burton-on-Trent on May 12.
RJ to run Editor's Pick at The Jewellery Show London

16 May 2012
Retail Jeweller is encouraging brands and designers taking part in The Jewellery Show London (JSL) in June to make themselves eligible to be selected as the Editor’s Pick.
Watches and jewellery aid Richemont profit hike

16 May 2012
Profits at Swiss luxury goods group Richemont increased 43% last year, with jewellery sales soaring by 32% and watches by 31%.
Houlden Group adds Fossil to its fashion credentials

15 May 2012
Fossil has joined the Houlden Group as an official supplier, adding to the buying group’s fashion brand partners.
Chisholm Hunter to begin expansion with Bluewater store

15 May 2012
Scottish independent diamond merchant Chisholm Hunter is planning to break into the London market, with the launch of a store at Bluewater.
Birmingham Assay Office shortlisted for Birmingham Best Brand award

15 May 2012
The Birmingham Assay Office has been shortlisted for an award for Best Midlands Brand by Idea Birmingham, along with iconic brands including Marmite, Cadbury, Jaguar and Paul Smith.
Diamdel sales of rough diamonds hold firm in April

15 May 2012
Diamdel has reported that demand for rough diamonds held firm during its April 2012 auctions.
Annoushka Ducas and John Ayton accept MBEs from Queen at Buckingham Palace

14 May 2012
Jewellery designer Annoushka Ducas and luxury entrepreneur John Ayton were awarded their MBEs on May 10.
Three jewellers to win pop-up space in June

14 May 2012
Three jewellers will win the opportunity to host a pop-up shop in Greenwich throughout June 2012.
JeDeCo wins bid for space in Oxo Tower

14 May 2012
JeDeCo Jewellery Designers’ Collective has won the bid for a prime retail showroom and studio space in London’s Oxo Tower.
Pranda UK to enter blogosphere and re-vamps website

8 May 2012
Pranda UK is launching a blog to provide customers with more brand information.
Claudia Schiffer in Missoma jewellery

8 May 2012
Supermodel Claudia Schiffer wore Missoma jewellery out in Paris last night.
NAG's AGM to take place at Lord's Cricket Ground

8 May 2012
The National Association of Goldsmiths’ (NAG) Annual General Meeting will take place on the June 26, 2012, at Lord’s Cricket Ground.
Pursuit launches tablet system for portable sales

2 May 2012
Jewellery software specialist Pursuit presented its tablet-compatible, all-in-one stock presentation, till and card transaction tool called Lifestyle at a special event, which took place on Monday
Tatesossian celebrates opening of workshop boutique

27 April 2012
Jewellery brand Tateossian celebrated the opening of its fifth London standalone store located in Chelsea Harbour, Imperial Wharf, yesterday.
Her Royal Highness Princess Alexandra opens Goldsmiths' Centre

27 April 2012
The new Goldsmiths’ Centre was officially opened on Wednesday by Her Royal Highness (HRH) Princess Alexandra.
White Pine launches consumer diamond-selling website

27 April 2012
Recycled diamond trading company White Pine Trading has launched a website allowing consumers to sell their diamonds.
Molly Brown to launch Molly B Couture

27 April 2012
Molly Brown London is launching jewellery collection Molly B Couture and a revamped website.
Simon Carter to launch women's watches

27 April 2012
British menswear brand Simon Carter is launching its first collection of women’s watches in 18 years.
The Houlden Group announces dates of Summer meeting

25 April 2012
The Houlden Group will be holding its Annual Summer Management & Buying Event from 18 to 21 June at the East Sussex National Golf & Spa Resort.
Claire Perkins promoted to Jorg Gray UK chief operations officer

24 April 2012
Claire Perkins has been promoted to chief operations officer (COO) at American watch brand Jorg Gray UK.
Taylor Schilling steps out with Zac Efron in Van Cleef & Arpels

24 April 2012
Actress Taylor Schilling graced the red carpet in Van Cleef & Arpels at the premiere of her film The Lucky One, with actor Zac Efron yesterday in London.
Going for Gold: A gold focus

23 April 2012
Gold has certainly been the metal dominating the headlines. Retail Jeweller takes a look at what’s going on with the prices, how that is affecting the industry and what is happening in the ethical sector a year on from the launch of the Fairtrade Fairmined mark
Citizen unveils Kim Clijsters and Kevin Pietersen adverts

13 April 2012
Citizen Eco-Drive has unveiled its latest adverts, which feature tennis star Kim Clijsters and cricket ace Kevin Pietersen respectively.
GE Capital to provide £2.5m package to Brown & Newirth

13 April 2012
GE Capital will provide a £2.5m financing facility to Hertfordshire based jewellers Brown & Newirth, to support the company’s future growth plans.
Domino holds platinum bridal collection launch event

12 April 2012
Domino welcomed more than 40 guests from 25 different UK retail outlets to the launch of its latest 32-piece platinum bridal collection, on March 27.
Bering named as a Houlden Group supplier

12 April 2012
Bering has become an official Houlden Group supplier.
Boss Watches unveils QR code window promotion

12 April 2012
Boss Watches is launching a customer promotion that uses mobile-device friendly QR codes.
Guess Watches launches global blogger search

11 April 2012
Guess Watches is launching a global blogger search to find two representatives from every country in the world to become official bloggers on the Guess Watches website.
Jason Holt urges jewellers to contribute to government apprenticeships review

10 April 2012
Hatton Garden jewellery business CEO Jason Holt is urging jewellers to have their say in his government review on how apprenticeships can be made more accessible to Small and Medium Business Enterprises (SMEs).
So Jewellery ends year with sales up 30%

5 April 2012
So Jewellery has reported that its sales were up 30% for the financial year 2011/12, which ended March 31.
First photos from UKJA 2012 shortlist party

5 April 2012
The shortlist for Retail Jeweller’s UK Jewellery Awards 2012 was revealed last night at a party at No. 11 Cavendish Square, attended by retailers, designers, brands and other industry insiders. Here are the first photos from the event.
Finalists for UK Jewellery Awards 2012 announced

4 April 2012
Read the shortlist here
Maurice Lacroix to open eight boutiques worldwide and grow in Europe

4 April 2012
Maurice Lacroix is investing in the expansion of the brand and plans to open a total of eight exclusive stores in Asia and Europe in 2012.
Paul Spurgeon to lead bike ride for Cornerstone project

4 April 2012
Designer Paul Spurgeon is organising a sponsored bike ride from London to Paris to help raise funds for the Cornerstone project.
UKJA finalists to be revealed this evening

4 April 2012
The finalists for the Retail Jeweller’s UK Jewellery Awards 2012 will be announced tonight at an exclusive party at No. 11 Cavendish Square, central London.
Domino appoints European sales manager

3 April 2012
Domino has announced the appointment of Laurent Nicollier as its sales manager for Europe, with a view to him growing the company’s sales across Europe.
Folli Follie Group appoints Declan Delanty as CFO

3 April 2012
The Folli Follie Group has appointed Declan Delanty as chief financial officer for Links of London and Folli Follie, from April 3.
Tateossian launches re-vamped online store

3 April 2012
Tateossian has launched a re-vamped online store, with an entirely new look and the ability to buy online.
The Jewellery Show to sponsor Designer of the Year at UKJA 2012

30 March 2012
The Jewellery Show has confirmed that it will once again sponsor the Jewellery Designer of the Year category at Retail Jeweller’s UK Jewellery Awards 2012.
John Lunn appointed as Lunn's managing director

29 March 2012
John Lunn has been appointed as managing director of Lunn’s, taking over from Peter Lunn who becomes executive chairman of the Board.
Dower & Hall completes Twenty-Twelve collection

29 March 2012
Dower & Hall has added to its Twenty-Twelve collection and the range is now complete.
Domino wins PGI award at BaselWorld 2012

29 March 2012
Domino won third prize in the Bridal Jewellery (innovative design) category of the Platinum Guild International’s Platinum Design Awards competition, at Baselworld 2012.
One to One: Stephen Urquhart

28 March 2012
The Olympics are set to become part of Omega’s legacy. President Stephen Urquhart tells Kate Donovan about the brand’s pioneering history and exciting future
Trollbeads launches first seasonal beads

28 March 2012
Trollbeads has introduced its first seasonal collection, celebrating spring with its Universal Easter Eggs.
CMJ urges members to support Independent Retailer Month UK

28 March 2012
The Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ) has become an official campaign supporter of Independent Retailer Month UK, which promotes independent retail.
Tateossian to open bespoke boutique in Chelsea Harbour

27 March 2012
Tateossian is set to open a store in Chelsea Harbour, Imperial Wharf, London. The store will be the brand’s fifth standalone store and will debut a new bespoke concept.
Management people: Getting to know you

27 March 2012
Finding out what makes employees tick as individuals will benefit the team. Kate Donovan looks at how personality profiling can help managers manage
Swarovski launches limited edition Erika & Eliot Around the World pieces

27 March 2012
Swarovski has launched the limited edition Erika & Eliot Around the World collection, on the back of the success of the Erika & Eliot pendants.
Hot Diamonds signs travel distribution agreement with Scorpio

26 March 2012
Hot Diamonds has announced a travel retail distribution agreement with travel retail market specialist Scorpio.
Richemont appoints Van Cleef & Arpels CEO as new Cartier CEO

26 March 2012
Richemont has announced the appointment of Stanislas de Quercize as the chief executive officer of Cartier to succeed Bernard Fornas, by the end of this calendar year.
Organisers prepare for fifth British Silver Week

22 March 2012
British Silver Week 2012 will take place from May 12 to 16.
Actor Luke Evans named as Police brand ambassador

22 March 2012
Italian lifestyle brand Police has chosen Hollywood actor Luke Evans as its brand ambassador for 2012.
Hot Diamonds’ latest launches drive 130% year-on-year growth for February 2012

21 March 2012
Hot Diamonds’ sales growth at independent stores of 130% year-on-year in February 2012 has been largely attributed to the launch of four Spring/Summer collections.
PGI creates role to help grow the use of platinum in jewellery globally

20 March 2012
Platinum Guild International (PGI) has appointed Nicholas Graham Smith as regional director – developed markets, as part of its strategy to integrate PGI’s operations more closely and to further progress the use of platinum in the jewellery sector.
Fabergé to launch online transactional boutique

20 March 2012
Fabergé is launching an online boutique on April 16, 2012, where customers will be able to browse and buy products.
Holts Academy and BJA launch jewellery business courses

20 March 2012
Holts Academy of Jewellery and the British Jewellers’ Association (BJA) have launched a series of jewellery-specific business training courses.
Lapponia introduces its latest launches and asserts its ethical credentials

19 March 2012
Finnish brand Lapponia will introduce three diamond rings designed by artist and Lapponia designer Björn Weckström this spring, while also focusing on ensuring the ethical nature of its supply chain.
Swarovski HQ relocates to Chiswick Park

19 March 2012
Swarovski has relocated its head office to the more accessible location of Chiswick Park, as part of its expansion.
Casio's G-Shock works with RAF to create watch

19 March 2012
G-Shock Premium has partnered up with the Royal Air Force (RAF) to create the G-Shock Premium Gravity Defier GW-A1000RAF-1AER.
Bremont wins Breakthrough Brand at Luxury Briefing Awards 2012

16 March 2012
Bremont Watch Company won the award for Breakthrough Brand at the 2012 Luxury Briefing Awards, which took place on March 14 2012, at the Corinthia Hotel,London.
The Houlden Group to sponsor marketing category in UK Jewellery Awards 2012

13 March 2012
The Houlden Group has been confirmed as sponsor for the new Marketing Campaign of the Year category at Retail Jeweller’s UK Jewellery Awards 2012.
Chopard achieves RJC certification

13 March 2012
Chopard has achieved certification by the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) for meeting the ethical, social and environmental standards established by the RJC’s Member Certification system.
Laura Strand wins silver at Goldsmiths' Craftsmanship and Design Awards

13 March 2012
Laura Strand, head designer at retailer PureJewels, received a silver award in the Goldsmiths’ Craftsmanship and Design Awards, last week.
Garrard to launch Diamond Jubilee pendant

12 March 2012
Jewellery house Garrard has announced the launch of its Diamond Jubilee pendant.
Bremont announces launch of HMS Victory watch at Basel 2012

12 March 2012
Bremont Watch Company took the opening evening of BaselWorld 2012 as its opportunity to reveal its work with the National Museum of the Royal Navy to create a limited edition watch that will feature original parts of the HMS Victory.
Theo Fennell craftsmen pick up awards

6 March 2012
Two Theo Fennell craftsmen walked away from the Goldsmiths Craftsmanship and Design Awards as winners, last night.
Fairtrade and Fairmined gold celebrates its first birthday

6 March 2012
Fairtrade and Fairmined gold is celebrating its first anniversary this fortnight.
Luminox to partner with commercial spaceliner

5 March 2012
Watch brand Luminox will announce a partnership with commercial spaceliner SXC during BaselWorld, which starts on Thursday and finishes on March 15.
Goldmajor combines cognac tones with purple hues

5 March 2012
Goldmajor has combined the Spring purple of amethyst with the cognac of amber in its latest pieces.
RJC launches its Chain-of-Custody Standard for precious metals

5 March 2012
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has launched its Chain-of-Custody (CoC) Standard for the precious metal supply chain, following approval by the RJC Board.
Ti Sento to sponsor Jewellery Brand of the Year at UK Jewellery Awards 2012

5 March 2012
Jewellery brand Ti Sento has been confirmed as sponsor for the prestigious Jewellery Brand of the Year category at the Retail Jeweller UK Jewellery Awards 2012.
Winner of £6,000 Clive Ranger Welsh Cake revealed

5 March 2012
Mary Sullivan from Canton has been revealed as the winner of the Clive Ranger Welsh cake, valued at over £6,000.
Asics launches watches for runners

1 March 2012
Sports equipment manufacturer Asics has branched out into the watch world, launching watches designed to suit the needs of runners.
Houlden Group embraces fashion brands by appointing advisor

1 March 2012
The Houlden Group has appointed Ashley Pugh as its brand development advisor, to ensure that the buying group is fully supporting its members by helping to advise them on the introduction and successful stocking of fashion jewellery brands.
Fei Liu appointed design consultant for PGI China

29 February 2012
Designer Fei Liu has been appointed as design consultant for the Platinum Guild International (PGI) China.
F Hinds raises £18,140 for Macmillan Cancer Support

29 February 2012
The combined efforts of retail jeweller F Hinds’s 110 stores and its head office in Uxbridge have raised £18,140 for Macmillan Cancer Support.
Hussein Chalayan teams up with the International Palladium Board

29 February 2012
The International Palladium Board has announced a partnership with fashion designer Hussein Chalayan for 2012, as part of its bid to make palladium “thecontemporary precious metal of the future”.
Sarah Jordan to launch anniversary pieces at CMJ meeting

29 February 2012
Sarah Jordan is launching her 25th Anniversary Silver Collection at the Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ) spring buying meeting, which runs from March 4 to 5.
Kat&Bee stocked in Japan and US stores

29 February 2012
Kat&Bee jewellery is now being stocked in fashion store Opening Ceremony, in the US and Japan.
Still time to enter the UK Jewellery Awards

29 February 2012
The deadline to enter Retail Jeweller’s UK Jewellery Awards has been extended until March 9.
Lola Rose to launch diffusion line: image gallery

28 February 2012
Lola Rose is launching a diffusion line for the first time ever, offering consumers more affordable pieces.
Armenta collaborates with designer Christian Blanken

28 February 2012
US-based jeweller Emily Armenta has collaborated with womenswear designer Christian Blanken to create a collection of exotic skinned accessories to accompany his autumn/winter 2012 collection.
Rising star: Firouzeh by Touran Reddaway

28 February 2012
Touran Reddaway has been conjuring up beautiful jewellery since the tender age of eight
One to one: Barry Cohen

28 February 2012
Barry Cohen has no regrets about turning his back on an acting career. He tells Kate Donovan why creating Luminox has been an enlightening experience
Baselworld jewellery: Time out

27 February 2012
If you can tear yourself away from the watches at BaselWorld 2012, you will find the jewellery equally captivating. We predict what’s likely to catch your eye
Kate Winslet wears Van Cleef & Arpels for Césars

27 February 2012
British actress Kate Winslet chose to wear Van Cleef & Arpels when she received her honorary César award for the 37th edition of the Césars ceremony, on Friday.
Links of London launches jewellery with McLaren

24 February 2012
Links of London has teamed up with McLaren to create a designer collection of men’s jewellery and accessories, which will launch in April.
Gemex to sponsor Retail Employer category at UK Jewellery Awards

24 February 2012
Gemex has been confirmed as sponsor of the Retail Employer of the Year category at Retail Jeweller’s UK Jewellery Awards 2012.
Adele sparkles at The Brit Awards 2012

22 February 2012
Adele wore stunning Van Cleef & Arpels earrings and rings by De Beers for her double win at The Brit Awards 2012, which took place last night.
Designers collaborate on seasonal pop-up project

22 February 2012
Six designer jewellery brands are joining forces to open a series of seasonal pop-up shops during 2012, under the title, Most Wanted.
Kevin Charles LDN launches latest cuffs

20 February 2012
Kevin Charles LDN has launched its latest cuff range for those seeking a glamorous look.
Theo Fennell adds Shaka Zulu and Cleopatra to skull portrait brooches

20 February 2012
Theo Fennell has added to its collection of one-off skull portrait brooches with pieces inspired by Shaka Zulu and Cleopatra.
So Jewellery is Highly Commended at Gift of The Year 2012 awards

17 February 2012
So Jewellery’s Snow White ring was honoured with a Highly Commended accolade in the Premium/Luxury Category of the Gift Of The Year 2012 Awards, run by the Giftware Association.
White Pine Trading opens in Birmingham as part of UK plans

16 February 2012
Recycled diamond trading company White Pine Trading has opened a UK office in Birmingham, as part of its continuing expansion into Europe.
Retailers urged to embrace change at Houlden Group meeting

15 February 2012
Stuart Laing urged members to embrace change at the Houlden Group Member’s Day, yesterday.
TH March launches policy for designers

15 February 2012
Jewellery Insurance specialist TH March has unveiled its Jewellery Designer Makers Combined insurance policy, to cater for the needs of designers.
Pandora named as headline sponsor of The Jewellery Show London

15 February 2012
Pandora will be the headline sponsor at The Jewellery Show London, which launches at Somerset House on June 12 to 13, 2012.
Raw Pearls launches website

15 February 2012
The Raw Pearls website has launched, providing visitors with an overview of the company’s capabilities as a pearl specialist and offering existing customers sales support.
Holts Academy and Tresor collaborate on design competition

13 February 2012
Holts Academy of Jewellery has joined forces with Tresor Paris to launch a competition for students, called Raw.
Monica Vinader launches first marketing campaign

10 February 2012
Monica Vinader launched it first marketing campaign, called This is Me, on February 1.
CW Sellors granted UK patent for backing Blue John with Mother of Pearl

10 February 2012
Jewellery brand CW Sellors has been granted the sole UK patent for the backing of Blue John with mother of pearl.
Kalevala Koru and Lapponia Jewelry announce new managing director

9 February 2012
Finnish jewellery brand Kalevala Koru, and its subsidiary Lapponia Jewelry, have named Riitta Huuhtanen as its managing director, effective from the beginning of this month, when Laura Lares stepped down.
Links of London to open St Pancras International store

9 February 2012
Links of London will open a store in St Pancras International station on February 17.
Dower & Hall celebrate best of British

8 February 2012
British jewellery brand Dower & Hall is embracing a big year for Britain with a range of limited edition charms, which are currently being launched during The Jewellery Show.
BJA launches membership awards

2 February 2012
To celebrate its 125th anniversary the British Jewellers’ Association (BJA) has launched a membership awards programme to recognise the efforts and contribution that BJA members and its suppliers make to the UK jewellery industry.
Breil's latest wraps around wearer's wrist

2 February 2012
Breil is channeling the sexual passion symbolised by snakes in its latest timepiece that wraps around the wearer’s wrist.
Brown & Newirth collaborates with Cred Jewellery

1 February 2012
British bridal jewellery manufacturer Brown & Newirth has signed an exclusive manufacturing and licensing partnership with ethical jewellers Cred Jewellery.
ODM launches the Quadtime DD128

1 February 2012
Fashion watch brand ODM has launched the Quadtime DD128 in the UK and Ireland, the first of its spring 2012 offering.
Valentine's Day: Love is...

1 February 2012
…all manner of things this Valentine’s Day, judging by designers’ latest heartfelt collections
Bransom and Pay4Later offer credit terms at point of sale

1 February 2012
Bransom Retail Systems has partnered with Pay4Later to offer jewellery retailers an integrated point of sale finance solution.
Shaun Leane joins the Company of Master Jewellers

1 February 2012
British jewellery designer Shaun Leane is the latest supplier to join the Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ).
NAG to launch Olympics related campaign at The Jewellery Show

31 January 2012
The National Association of Goldsmiths (NAG) will officially launch its Olympics-inspired 2012 campaign at The Jewellery Show, which begins on Sunday in Birmingham.
GIA exhibit showcases gem and jewellery rare books

31 January 2012
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) is showcasing more than 26,000 pages from rare books on gems, minerals, and natural science dating back to the 15th century, at a museum exhibit in Carlsbad.
Roberto Coin introduces silver range to reach more people

27 January 2012
Fine jewellery brand Roberto Coin has launched a silver collection that it says is more affordable and will reach a wider market.
Exelco certified by RJC

26 January 2012
Global diamond manufacturer and DTC Sightholder Exelco has been certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC).
George Clooney wears Omega in The Descendants

26 January 2012
Omega brand ambassador George Clooney wore an Omega De Ville Prestige in his performance as Matt King in film The Descendants.
New president for Links of London and Folli Follie in North America

26 January 2012
The FF group has appointed Robert Dundon as president for Links of London and Folli Follie in North America, with effect from January 30, 2012.
G-Shock delivers again on big case design

25 January 2012
G-Shock is introducing the GA-110FC Hypercomplex watch in two new contrasting colour ways for spring/summer 2012.
Alesha Dixon wears Links of London at Britain's Got Talent debut

25 January 2012
Alesha Dixon made her debut appearance on television talent show Britain’s Got Talent wearing jewellery from the Links of London Entwine collection on Friday.
Independent Emson Haig joins CMJ

25 January 2012
Independent retailer Emson Haig has become a member of the Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ).
Claudia Bradby introduces jewellery to mark Queen's Diamond Jubilee

25 January 2012
In celebration of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee this year, Claudia Bradby has designed a collection that features the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee hallmark.
Magelluna channels inspiration from the moon

24 January 2012
The dome-shaped, space travel-inspired Magelluna from Megellan Swiss watches plays homage to the moon.
Allumer's match necklace has Valentine's appeal

24 January 2012
Allumer has introduced the Match Royale necklace, which it is marketing as a his and her option for Valentine’s Day gifts.
Tateossian's latest celebrate the Chinese Year of the Dragon

20 January 2012
Tateossian is celebrating the Chinese Year of the Dragon with a selection of cufflinks and pins.
Ti Sento and a raft of other brands adopt Pursuit SmartLinks

20 January 2012
Ti Sento is one of the suppliers that has recently adopted Pursuit SmartLinks, which automatically feeds product information to retailers.
Pursuit to unveil latest sales-booster software at The Jewellery Show

19 January 2012
Jewellery business software company Pursuit will unveil its latest online, targeted sales generator and other system enhancements at The Jewellery Show at Spring Fair, next month.
Fabergé launches Oeuf Cadeau for Valentine's

19 January 2012
Jeweller Fabergé has launched a limited edition Valentine’s Day collection.
Chamilia launches Valentine’s Day beads

18 January 2012
Personalised jewellery brand Chamilia has entered into the spirit of romance with the launch of its Valentine’s Day beads.
Fossil set to acquire Skagen

18 January 2012
Fashion accessories brand Fossil has entered into an agreement to acquire Skagen Designs.
Nomination celebrates 25 years with silver launch

17 January 2012
Nomination is celebrating its 25th birthday by launching the latest collection of Composable Links, which will feature silver instead of gold.
Q4 watch and jewellery sales increase at Richemont

17 January 2012
Sales at constant exchange rates increased by 24% at Swiss luxury goods group Richemont for the three months ended December 31, 2011, with watch and jewellery sales also showing growth.
Fei Liu wins Harper's Bazaar China design award

16 January 2012
British designer Fei Liu has won consumer magazine Harper’s Bazaar China’s Designer of the Year award.
Gemma J to team up with Britain and Ireland's Next Top Model finalist at The Jewellery Show

16 January 2012
Designer silver brand Gemma J has teamed up with this year’s Britain and Ireland’s Next Top Model finalist Kimberleigh Spreadbury to promote its new lines, to be launched at The Jewellery show at Spring Fair in February.
Shop the show and more articles: The Jewellery Show 2012

Februray 2012
The Jewellery Show at Spring Fair is the place to see what the industry has to offer for 2012. Retail Jeweller looks at the trends, brands and designers you won’t want to miss
Point of difference: The Jewellery Show 2012

Februray 2012
Although brands have been dominating the retail horizon, there is still customer demand for unusual jewellery from designers who do things a bit differently
Show me the money: The Jewellery Show 2012

Februray 2012
Pandora, Ti Sento and Trollbeads will be ports of call for retailers at the show but they aren’t the only brands tipped to have tills ringing in 2012
Tiffany US and Europe sales weaken over Christmas

11 January 2012
Tiffany & Co has announced that its worldwide net sales in the two months ended December 31, 2011, increased 7% over the previous year but that sales weakened in the US and Europe over the Christmas period.
Weston Beamor announces finalists of annual student award

11 January 2012
Students Hannah Kimber, Sophie Newman and Sophie Symes have been shortlisted for Weston Beamor’s annual student award.
Elizabeth Galton Studio adds Imogen Belfield to its portfolio

11 January 2012
Jewellery etailer Elizabeth Galton Studio has welcomed designer Imogen Belfield as its latest addition.
DM London acquires The Watch Gallery and The Watch Hut

10 January 2012
UK independent specialist watch retailer DM London has acquired both The Watch Gallery and The Watch Hut and their respective websites.
Houlden Group to launch Designs of Excellence at The Jewellery Show

10 January 2012
The Houlden Group will be returning to The Jewellery Show in 2012 to launch its Designs of Excellence initiative.
Swatch Group reports record December despite currency battles

10 January 2012
The Swatch Group has reported that December 2011 was its strongest month in turnover in the history of the Group, despite the “catastrophic currency situation”.
Weston Beamor to support Cornerstone launch at The Jewellery Show

10 January 2012
Weston Beamor will welcome UK designer Paul Spurgeon and Soweto-born Nqobile Nkosi onto its stand at this year’s The Jewellery Show, where the duo will launch their Cornerstone jewellery brand.
CW Sellors named an official Houlden Group supplier

9 January 2012
British Gemstone jewellery designer and manufacturer CW Sellors has become an official supplier to the Houlden Group.
KickStart 2012 launches

9 January 2012
The KickStart competition for new designers has opened for 2012 entries.
Trollbeads seeks next People's Bead

9 January 2012
Trollbeads has launched the People’s Bead 2012 competition, with a spiritual theme.
Royal London confirmed as headline sponsor of Time at The Jewellery Show

6 January 2012
Watch brand Royal London has been confirmed as the headline sponsor of the new dedicated watch section of The Jewellery Show 2012.
So Jewellery shortlisted for Premium/Luxury award

5 January 2012
So Jewellery’s Snow White ring has been shortlisted for the Giftware Association’s Gift of the Year 2012 Award in the Premium/Luxury category.
Tresor Paris designs for X Factor judge Kelly Rowland

5 January 2012
Glitter ball-bracelet brand Tresor Paris is continuing to build on the success it has seen with its X Factor bracelets by creating a special piece for American judge and pop star Kelly Rowland.
Mastercut launches Diamond Jubilee competition

4 January 2012
Mastercut Diamonds is launching a Diamond Jubilee Design Competition at The Jewellery Show 2012, in celebration of the Royal Diamond Jubilee.
Annoushka Ducas and John Ayton awarded MBEs

3 January 2012
The husband and wife team that founded jewellery brand Annoushka have both been awarded MBEs for their contribution to the British jewellery industry. The accolade was announced in the 2012 New Year’s Honours list.
BJA celebrates 125th anniversary with special logo

3 January 2012
The British Jewellers’ Association (BJA) is marking its 125th anniversary in 2012 with a new commemorative logo, which will feature in all BJA publicity material.
Swarovski chooses The Jewellery Show for its latest UK showcase

29 December 2011
Swarovski will be among the exhibitors featuring at The Jewellery Show 2012.
Clogau Gold to work with former Royal Harpist on latest campaign

28 December 2011
Clogau Gold is planning to work with harpist Claire Jones on a variety of projects in the coming months, including the launch of the brand’s Heartstrings collection.
Glacier launches website

23 December 2011
Jewellery brand Glacier has launched its retail website this month.
Guess launches Valentine's Day friendship bracelets

22 December 2011
Guess Jewellery is introducing a special Valentine’s Day inspired collection of friendship bracelets for 2012.
Jewellery tops Christmas list for one in 10 British women

22 December 2011
One in 10 British women think that jewellery is the best present to receive for Christmas, according to research by television and online retailer QVC.
Solange opens first Hong Kong boutique

21 December 2011
UK fine jeweller Solange has opened her first Hong Kong boutique in the IFC Mall.
Alpha introduces Jewel Lok security system

20 December 2011
Alpha has introduced a product called Jewel Lok, which attaches directly to jewellery merchandise rather than the packing.
The Jewellery Show 2012 to expand with watch area

20 December 2011
The Jewellery Show 2012 is building on last year’s 10% rise in footfall with the introduction of a watch area called Time.
IWC Schaffhausen awards first Volvo Ocean Race trophy

19 December 2011
As official timekeeper of the round-the-world Volvo Ocean Race 2011-2012 IWC Schaffhausen awarded the first trophy in its 24-hour Speed Record Challenge.
Laings of Glasgow opens Robert Stewart store in Argyll Arcade

19 December 2011
Laings of Glasgow has brought Scottish jewellery shop Robert Stewart back to the Argyll Arcade as part of the retailer’s ongoing expansion.
G-Shock opens its first pop-up

16 December 2011
G-Shock has launched its first pop-up store at Selfridges in the Trafford Centre in Manchester.
Vacheron Constantin opens in Harrods Fine Watch Room

16 December 2011
Vacheron Constantin is making the most of Harrods’s new Fine Watch Room by selecting it for the opening its first dedicated space in the UK with an in-store boutique.
The year that was

16 December 2011
Laura McCreddie and Kate Donovan pick their favourite launches of 2011.
Elizabeth Taylor auction totals £87,830,832 after day two

15 December 2011
Day two of the Elizabeth Taylor jewellery auction has brought the combined total for the sales of fine jewellery from the collection fetched to $137,235,675 (£87,830,832) making it the most valuable sale of jewellery ever offered at auction.
In-depth: Highs and lows of 2011

14 December 2011
Negotiating their way through 2011 has not been easy for designers, retailers or brands. Retail Jeweller asks for everyone’s best and worst bits, and how they plan to ensure 2012 is a great year all round.
Elizabeth Taylor jewellery auction breaks records

14 December 2011
A collection of actress Elizabeth Taylor’s jewellery has fetched $116m (£74.9m) at a New York auction, breaking records.
Tendence to bring its oversized watches to the UK

8 December 2011
Watch brand Tendence will launch in the UK in February following its international success.
Houlden Group and GIA sign for reduced education rates

8 December 2011
The Houlden Group has signed an agreement with the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) to offer a reduced rate to its members for the Institute’s gemmological courses.
Fable Trading brings Buddha to Buddha to UK

7 December 2011
Dutch jewellery brand Buddha to Buddha is being introduced in to the UK by distributor Fable Trading.
Rox re-launch leads to 65% increase in like-for-like sales

7 December 2011
Scottish jeweller Rox has reported that like-for-like sales in its flagship Argyll Arcade store have increased by 65% since its £1 million re-launch in November 2010.
Founding party Global Witness leaves Kimberley Process

7 December 2011
Campaign group Global Witness has announced that it has left the Kimberley Process (KP), leading to a surge in UK jewellers seeking more assurances from their dealers on the provenance of the goods being imported.
Ute Decker among the female makers supporting the National Museum of Women in the Arts

6 December 2011
Designer-maker Ute Decker is one of the jewellers supporting the National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) as part of the museum’s Silver Anniversary – Silver Sale, in February.
Stoners presents charity diamond to quadriplegic girl

6 December 2011
Harrogate-based Stoners Jewellers presented a diamond to a young girl who was tragically left quadriplegic after falling off a climbing frame a year ago.
Pandora opens two more House of Fraser concessions

6 December 2011
Pandora is building on its partnership with department store House of Fraser with the opening of two more concessions.
Three new categories for UK Jewellery Awards 2012

5 December 2011
The UK Jewellery Awards 2012 launched on December 2 with three new categories added to the awards list.
Tresor Paris designs special edition bracelet for CWAC

1 December 2011
Tresor Paris is designing a special edition bracelet for the Children With Aids Charity (CWAC) to commemorate World Aids Day.
The finer things: Luxury products

December 2011
Sales of luxury products are soaring and consumers are increasingly happy to splash their cash online as brands begin to master premium web retailing
Mozafarian party showcases Vendorafa

30 November 2011
Luxury jewellery brand Vendorafa held a prestigious invitation-only party at London’s contemporary five-star, Grange St Paul’s Hotel in London recently.
EC One clinches Best Women's Boutique award

30 November 2011
London boutique EC One was awarded the title of London’s Best Women’s Boutique at The London Magazine Awards, last night.
Dower & Hall introduces proposal ring for women to do the asking

29 November 2011
British jeweller Dower & Hall has launched its Take the Leap proposal ring, helping women to take the plunge and propose to their partner in 2012.
Fei Liu showcases British talent in Beijing

29 November 2011
British jewellery designer Fei Liu invited eight selected British jewellery designers to showcase at his gallery in Shin Kong Place department store in Beijing from November 7 to 13, with some designers being kept on until the end of November.
Claudia Bradby launches Male Helpline

28 November 2011
Claudia Bradby has launched a Male Helpline for shoppers who are struggling to select a Christmas gift for the special people in their lives.
Tissot to open Brent Cross kiosk

28 November 2011
Tissot will open its first boutique kiosk at Brent Cross, this week.
X Factor's Marcus performs Wham in a Guess watch

28 November 2011
X Factor finalist Marcus Collins was spotted wearing a Guess watch during his live performance on Saturday.
CMJ launches gift card option for retailers

28 November 2011
The Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ) is giving retailers the opportunity to offer their customers gift cards.
EC One revamps website

25 November 2011
London retailer EC One has launched a revamped website, which offers its visitors more than just a space for shopping.
More than stones: Lola Rose's metal-based rings

25 November 2011
Jewellery brand Lola Rose’s spring/summer 2012 offering features its first ever collection of completely metal-based rings.
View the Clogau Gold campaign coming together

24 November 2011
Clogau Gold’s latest campaign will launch at The Jewellery Show at Spring Fair.
Fabergé returns to London with Mayfair boutique

24 November 2011
Fabergé, known primarily for its fine jewellery egg, is opening a London store for the first time in almost a century, with the opening of a Mayfair boutique on November 21.
TechnoMarine's advertising campaign wins award

24 November 2011
TechnoMarine has won the Best Watchmaking Campaign 2011 category within the film and cyber section at the Montres Passion prize giving ceremony, held in Geneva on November 11.
Lapponia's guest designer revealed

24 November 2011
Lapponia Jewelry has revealed its guest designer for 2012 as Mari Isopahkala.
Leicester Square to house iconic Swiss Railway Clock

24 November 2011
An iconic Swiss railway clock will be unveiled at London’s Leicester Square, outside the W Hotel, on November 28.
Clarice Price Thomas wins EC One competition

24 November 2011
Clarice Price Thomas has been announced as the winner of London retailer EC One’s graduate jewellery design competition, EC One Unsigned.
Links of London to open Covent Garden store

21 November 2011
Links of London is opening a Covent Garden store, adding to its 60-strong portfolio of retail outlets.
Design Space secures presence in Birmingham's Mailbox

21 November 2011
The Design Space scheme collective is now available to see and purchase in the Jewellery Box in Birmingham’s Mailbox shopping and lifestyle destination.
Laings of Glasgow launches TV advertising campaign

21 November 2011
Scottish family jeweller Laings of Glasgow is today launching its first TV advertising campaign in 20 years.
Oris launches the Chet Baker timepiece

17 November 2011
Oris has launched its Chet Baker limited edition timepiece, which features a silhouette of Baker with his trumpet.
Citizen adverts to appear during X Factor

16 November 2011
Citizen Watches will feature on the small screen during prime time X Factor airing.
Chamilia poppy bead to support Royal British Legion

16 November 2011
Chamilia is the latest jewellery brand to form a partnership with the Royal British Legion and will donate 10% of its net sales of the Blooming Poppy Bead to the charity.
Clogau Gold sales on The Tallink Group ferries start strongly

16 November 2011
Welsh gold jewellery brand Clogau Gold can now be found on The Tallink Group of cruise ferries, operating in the Baltic Sea.
Stephen Webster launches Eve-inspired cocktail rings: SEE PHOTOS

16 November 2011
Jewellery designer Stephen Webster today held a breakfast event to launch his It Started with Eve… collection of couture cocktail rings.
Carat* branches out into watches

14 November 2011
Carat* is set to launch a range of watches this December.
Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels perform well for Richemont

11 November 2011
Specialist watchmakers’ sales increased by 30% and jewellery sales grew by 34% at Richemont, for the six month period ended 30 September 2011.
Salon QP launches in style at The Saatchi and Saatchi Gallery: SEE PHOTOS

11 November 2011
Prestigious annual watch event Salon QP kicked off last night in elegant style at The Saatchi and Saatchi Gallery.
Garrard designs £25,000 poppy brooch

10 November 2011
British jewellery house Garrard has designed and created a poppy brooch for auction at this year’s Poppy Ball in aid of The Royal British Legion.
Watchfinder revamps its website

10 November 2011
Online luxury watch retailer Watchfinder has revamped its website and expects more than 500,000 visitors in November.
Weston Beamor launches website

9 November 2011
Weston Beamor has launched a new website showcasing the breadth of the jewellery making services it offers its customers.
Fope runs competition to reward retailers

9 November 2011
Fope Gioielli has entered all of its UK stockists into a Dream Ticket prize event, in which one retailer will have the chance to choose a prize from 10 options.
QVC raises £100,000 for Royal British Legion with sales of Buckley poppy pin

8 November 2011
Shopping channel QVC has raised £100,000 for the Royal British Legion through the sell-out of the Buckley crystal poppy pin.
The Rolling Stones's Ronnie Wood collaborates with Bremont

8 November 2011
Musician and artist Ronnie Wood is collaborating with British watch brand Bremont to create 14 Art Clocks.
Treasure to host Jewellery on Screen exhibition

8 November 2011
Treasure will host a Jewellery on Screen exhibition to celebrate jewellery in the movies and on television and to mark its move to Somerset House, during Jewellery Week.
X Factor 2011 contestants and judges wear latest in Kleshna poppy evolution

7 November 2011
The contestants and judges on X Factor 2011 have been proudly wearing their eye-catching Kleshna poppy brooches and rings as the jeweller develops her range, providing a contemporary way to support the Poppy Appeal.
World Diamond Council welcomes Kimberley Process plenary results

7 November 2011
The World Diamond Council has welcomed the agreements on Marange and measures on reform made at the Kimberley Process (KP) plenary in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which took place on November 1 to 3.
AnchorCert celebrates 10 years in the company of James Corden and X Factor's One Direction

7 November 2011
Watch the AnchorCert 10th Anniversary celebrations featuring boy band One Direction and comedian James Corden.
Fabergé launches first ever advertising campaign

4 November 2011
International jewellery house Fabergé has launched its first advertising campaign, shot by Mario Testino.
X Factor's Kelly Rowland steps out in Van Cleef & Arpels

4 November 2011
X Factor judge and popstar Kelly Rowland wore Van Cleef & Arpels jewellery at the Cosmopolitan Woman Of The Year Awards, which took place last night.
CW Sellors Christmas showcase this weekend

3 November 2011
CW Sellors is gearing up to its annual winter showcase, which will take place at Chatsworth House in Derbyshire on November 5 and 6.
Jeweller Mays gives prize of £200 to spend on jewellery

3 November 2011
One lucky shopper has won a £200 prize to spend on jewellery at Oldham pawnbroker and jeweller Mays.
Pandora plans next West Midlands store

1 November 2011
Pandora is planning to open a store in Solihull, its third in the West Midlands.
Cambridge jeweller reaches wider audience with own radio show

1 November 2011
Radio programme the Star Fashion Show, hosted by Vanessa Burkitt, MD of jewellery retailer Catherine Jones of Cambridge, launched on Star Radio last night.
Undiscovered treasures: found objects

November 2011
Everyday items are being transformed into something special. Kate Donovan looks at how designers are using found objects to create pieces with sentimental significance
Pedal to the metal: News analysis

November 2011
With the cost of gold continuing to climb and the public becoming increasingly aware of the shifts in metal prices, retailers need to react fast to changing consumer behaviour, finds Kate Donovan
W&W to transform into Laura Gravestock pop-up over Christmas

26 October 2011
Jewellers W&W is transforming its Battersea studio at 19 Webbs Road into a Christmas pop-up shop exclusively stocking jewellery by Laura Gravestock.
Office opening is part of Sequel's expansion plans

26 October 2011
Guess and Gc watches distributor Sequel has opened its new offices in Zug in Switzerland, as part of its future expansion plans.
Voting for EC One Unsigned winner 2011 now open

25 October 2011
EC One is currently seeking votes via Facebook for its Unsigned competition, to decide which new talent will win space in the two-store retailer and general business support.
Tiffany & Co to expand into Eastern Europe with Prague opening

24 October 2011
Tiffany & Co has announced plans to open a store in Prague, its first retail location in Eastern Europe.
Domino expands in London with opening of trade counter

21 October 2011
Domino has moved to a larger London site with the opening of a trade counter that allows it to hold a greater level of stock than before, as part of its London expansion.
Links of London launches FEED collaboration friendship bracelets

21 October 2011
Links of London has collaborated with the charity FEED to launch a collection of bracelets to raise money to help fight world hunger.
Tiffany & Co and Swarovski achieve top ranking in online study

19 October 2011
Tiffany & Co, Swarovski and Jaeger-LeCoultre were the three highest ranking brands in an index of watch and jewellery websites and online presence, while others were found to be “running out of time online” according to the L2 Digital IQ Index.
W&W holds official Battersea Studio launch party

19 October 2011
Bespoke British Jeweller W&W has officially launched its Battersea studio.
LVMH watch and jewellery sales up 26%

18 October 2011
Luxury products group LVMH has reported a revenue of €16.3 billion (£14.3 bn) during the first nine months of 2011, an increase of 15% over the same period in 2010, with watches and jewellery recording organic revenue growth of 26%.
Prestons of Bolton to dedicate entire lower ground floor to Pandora

18 October 2011
Retailer Prestons of Bolton has partnered up with jewellery brand Pandora to transform the entire lower ground floor of the iconic jewellery store into the Floor of Pandora.
Trollbeads introduces charity coin bead

14 October 2011
Charm bead brand Trollbeads has introduced a coin bead, which is dedicated to raising funds for charitable causes worldwide.
Jewellery brands help QVC raise over £500,000 for charity

14 October 2011
Shopping channel QVC raised over £500,000 in three hours for Breast Cancer Care during its dedicated Be Aware, Show You Care broadcast featuring jewellery brands Clogau Gold and Lola Rose, which took place on Wednesday.
Jersey Pearl and Cred Jewellers combine ethical forces

14 October 2011
Jersey Pearl is now available in Cred Jewellers, bringing together the pair’s focus on ethical sourcing.
Kleshna Jewellery to donate 15% of Valentine's sales to the British Heart Foundation

13 October 2011
Designer Kleshna will donate 15% of sales to the British Heart Foundation from her 2012 Valentine Heart collection.
Aurum Holdings launches Watches of Switzerland transactional site

13 October 2011
Aurum Holdings has launched a transactional website for Watches of Switzerland as part of the Group’s multichannel growth.
Team behind Viventy UK plans serious growth over next three years

12 October 2011
Viventy UK is set for “serious growth” over the next three years under the leadership of experienced business partners John Start and Jonathan Ralston.
QVC finds that 80% of British women are happy to wear fake diamonds

12 October 2011
When asked to compare a real diamond ring and an imitation diamond ring, 65% of British women could not tell the difference, according to research by shopping channel QVC.
Hartmanns of Galway sponsors Connacht Rugby Player of the Month award

12 October 2011
Hartmanns of Galway will present a Tag Heuer watch to the Connacht Rugby Player of the Month on an ongoing basis for the 2011/2012 season.
Chamilia launches ribbon bead with Breast Cancer Care

12 October 2011
Personailsed jewellery brand Chamilia has teamed up with Breast Cancer Care UK to launch a ribbon bead, featuring a pale pink crystal to highlight breast cancer awareness.
So Jewellery launches Orb Collection

10 October 2011
The Orb Collection from So Jewellery builds on the success of its Crystal Pearl.
So Jewellery appoints three more agents as part of growth

10 October 2011
So Jewellery has appointed three agents to look after existing and prospective customers in the North East of England, North West of England and Republic of Ireland.
Alex Monroe at Premiere Classe

7 October 2011
Spotted at Premiere Classe last week: Alex Monroe’s latest, see here.
Hot Diamonds reports 134% increase in sales to independents

7 October 2011
Hot Diamonds has reported a successful start to its A/W 2011 season boosted by the launch of five collections and new packaging and point of sale displays.
QVC to open Diamonique pop-up

6 October 2011
QVC has created a diamond pop-up shop in Hatton Garden for its simulated diamond collection Diamonique.
De Beers and Holition collaboration allows people to "try on" diamonds virtually

4 October 2011
De Beers diamond brand Forevermark has collaborated with augmented reality software specialist Holition to launch a virtual diamond trying-on facility.
Condor Group to launch Boutique @ Royal London Watches website

4 October 2011
Condor Group is soon to launch its dedicated consumer facing website Boutique @ Royal London Watches, to which Royal London stockists will potentially be able to directly link their websites.
Sally Hoban joins Birmingham Assay Office as heritage and training officer

3 October 2011
Sally Hoban has joined the Birmingham Assay Office as heritage and training officer.
Albemarle & Bond reports full year gross profit of £61.1m

29 September 2011
In its full year trading results the pawnbroker has reported a gross profit of £61.1m, which was an improvement on the £53.6m recorded in 2010.
Mistresses actress Sarah Parish to be face of Ortak

29 September 2011
Mistresses actress Sarah Parish has been named as the new face of Ortak, see her campaign images here.
Laings of Glasgow to expand into new unit in Argyll Arcade

29 September 2011
Scottish jewellery retailer Laings of Glasgow has acquired another retail unit in the Argyll Arcade and plans to expand and open it as a new flagship store by the end of the year.
Holts Academy and Cookson get involved with World Skills event

28 September 2011
Holts Academy of Jewellery and Cookson Precious Metals are presenting sponsors and official suppliers of international skills competition World Skills, which takes place in October.
Goldsmiths' Fair starts well for exhibitors

27 September 2011
Week one of Goldsmiths’ Fair started yesterday with a combination of designer-makers who were exhibiting there for the first time and those who have sold to the public at the event for a number of years.
Coronation Street actress at Mays opening in Oldham

26 September 2011
Coronation Street star Shobna Gulati, who plays the Street’s Sunita Alahan, attended the opening of Mays Pawnbrokers and Jewellers Oldham store last Saturday.
Rotary celebrates Ultra Slim range with TV campaign

22 September 2011
This autumn will see Rotary Watches hitting the small screen with a television advertising campaign for the new Ultra Slim collection.
Cate Blanchett attends Van Cleef & Arpels Hong Kong Maison opening

22 September 2011
Actress Cate Blanchett was among the stars who attended the opening of the Van Cleef & Arpels Hong Kong Maison last week.
Andrew Marshall steps down as Links CEO

22 September 2011
David Riddiford has been appointed chief executive officer for Links of London globally and Folli Follie in the UK as Andrew Marshall steps down.
White gold popular for engagement rings in Greater Manchester while platinum dominates in London

15 September 2011
White gold is most popular for engagement rings in Greater Manchester while platinum is most popular in London, according to research by The Diamond Store.
Ortak to stock Jo for Girls

15 September 2011
Scottish retailer Ortak is now stocking jewewllery brand Jo for Girls following discussions at International Jewellery London (IJL).
Bell & Ross collaboration

15 September 2011
Swiss watch specialists Bell & Ross have collaborated with Japanese luxury performance automotive brand Infiniti to create the limited edition BR02-8 Infiniti Carbon Case Purple 8 Pro Dial wristwatch.
Nomination for Big Brother VIPs

15 September 2011
Jewellery brand Nomination hit the small screen at the launch of the latest series of reality television show Big Brother last week.
Bridal trends 2011/12: The finishing touches

October 2011
Bridal trends are taking inspiration from celebrities and royalty alike and jewellery choices are adapting to match. Kate Donovan finds out what pieces will be on wedding wish lists
Sales at Richemont increase 35%

14 September 2011
Sales at Richemont for the five months ended August 31 2011 increased by 29% at actual exchange rates and by 35% at constant exchange rates.
Tateossian focuses on wrist wear for autumn

13 September 2011
Jewellery brand Tateossian has expanded its product portfolio with the introduction of new range of stylish watches as part of its autumn focus on wrist wear.
Boutique by Goldsmiths launches at Westfield Stratford City opening: see photos

13 September 2011
Goldsmiths plans to roll out its boutique concept, which debuted today at Westfield Stratford City’s opening.
Eastern Mystic launches Divine Deco

12 September 2011
Eastern Mystic’s latest offering is a collection of spiritually-inspired pendants called Divine Deco.
Research reveals why men are slow to buy jewellery for their partners

12 September 2011
British women wait an average of 32 months into their relationship to be gifted with a piece of jewellery by their partners, according to new research.
Birmingham Assay Office employee earns FGA status

12 September 2011
Cheryl Owen, a member of the hallmarking team at The Birmingham Assay Office has achieved her FGA status with the Gemmological Association of Great Britain.
IJL reports 2% increase in visitors

12 September 2011
The organisers of trade show International Jewellery London (IJL) have reported a 2% increase in visitors for 2011 compared to the year before.
BAFTA beauties to shine in Carat* again

9 September 2011
Carat* has announced that it will be the official jewellery partner of the British Academy Television Awards 2012.
International Jewellery London confirms venue for 2012 and 2013

9 September 2011
The show organisers have confirmed that the International Jewellery London (IJL) show will again take place at Earls Court 2 in 2012 and 2013.
Links of London takes part in Vogue's Fashion Night Out

9 September 2011
Links of London was one of the retailers that took part in yesterday’s Vogue’s Fashion Night Out event.
Goldmajor introduces tribal designs

9 September 2011
Goldmajor has combined yellow and cognac amber with citrine and gold fresh water pearls from the JWdesign collection to create pieces with a tribal quality.
Emerging designers must compromise to make collections commercial

8 September 2011
Up-and-coming designers must be prepared to compromise on design elements to ensure their collections have commercial appeal, according to a panel of young designers speaking at International Jewellery London (IJL) yesterday.
IJL Boulevard Runway give jewellery full airing

6 September 2011
Giving International Jewellery London (IJL) an extra fashion fix, the Boulevard catwalk is traversed twice-daily by models in black leotards and gold masks giving an array of jewellery time in the spotlight.
Fei Liu, Sarah Jordan and Dennis & Lavery triumph at the Platinum Trail awards

6 September 2011
The winners were announced at a party last night at The Worx in South London.
Chamilia reveals exciting developments at IJL

5 September 2011
Personalised jewellery brand Chamilia has reported a positive response from retailers to its new shop-in-shop concept, revealed at IJL.
Sarah Ho expands with Aurora couture pieces and scarf

5 September 2011
Sarah Ho of SHO Fine Jewellery has revealed her couture necklace and earrings at IJL today and announced a diversification of products beginning with a scarf.
Lonmin Innovation Awards winning designs sparkle at evening event at IJL

5 September 2011
A colourful line-up of IJL evenings began with the Lonmin Design Innovations Award 2011 event last night.
International Jewellery London starts with positive reports from exhibitors

5 September 2011
International Jewellery London (IJL) kicked off at Earls Court yesterday with positive feedback from its exhibitors.
Links of London partners charity FEED in friendship bracelet designs

2 September 2011
Links of London has joined up with charity FEED to produce a collection of friendship bracelets.
PureJewels to launch first Platinum Heritage Collection diffusion range at IJL

1 September 2011
East London retailer PureJewels will launch the Luminous fine jewellery collection by Cindy Dennis Mangan to retail stockists at International Jewellery London (IJL), which starts this Sunday.
John Greed Jewellery grows its portfolio

31 August 2011
Retailer John Greed Jewellery has developed its offering with a re-vamped website, and the introduction of additional brands and an own-label collection.
Adele at 2011 MTV VMAs in Harry Winston earrings

31 August 2011
Popular singer Adele was spotted wearing Harry Winston jewellery at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards (VMT), last week.
Online store The Cufflink Gallery set to launch

31 August 2011
Online store The Cufflink Gallery will launch on September 20, offering consumers independently designed cufflinks.
Goldmajor to take part in charity night walk

31 August 2011
Supplier Goldmajor has signed up for charity event The Big London Night Walk.
Bertie Browns launches website with personal shopper facility

30 August 2011
Jewellery boutique Bertie Browns has launched a new website that features high quality imagery, improved navigation and a personal shopper facility.
Houlden Group reconsiders turnover criteria to support smaller retailers

30 August 2011
The criteria for joining buying group the Houlden Group, including turnover and buying commitments, have been lowered in recognition of smaller, quality, independent operators.
Choices by DL introduces Fly Me To The Moon

30 August 2011
Choices by DL has launched its latest collection of jewellery called Fly Me To The Moon, into the UK market.
Latest Kevin Charles cuffs

30 August 2011
Designer Kevin Charles continues to combine elegance and fashion in his latest cuffs.
Starter's orders: IJL Kickstart

September 2011
If it’s new talent you seek at IJL, then the Kickstart stand is for you. From vintage styles to imaginative contemporary pieces, these up-and-coming stars have got it all covered
The sacred day: Sunday parking

September 2011
As local authorities are driven to increase parking revenues, the business community is standing up for free Sunday parking. Kate Donovan reports
UPDATED: Industry response to the survival of hallmarking

25 August 2011
The industry has welcomed the Government’s decision not to scrap hallmarking after nearly 6,000 people registered their support.
Sian Hughes and Rosie Velk win F Hinds and IJL design competition

23 August 2011
F Hinds and International Jewellery London (IJL) have announced the two winners of the High Street By Design (HSBD) 2010/2011 jewellery design competition.
Rihanna opts for vintage at fragrance launch

22 August 2011
Rihanna wore vintage jewellery to her perfume launch at department store House Of Fraser on Friday.
Get tickets to an exclusive event at the Embassy of Peru

22 August 2011
The Embassy of Peru will be hosting an evening to promote contemporary Peruvian jewellery design on September 12.
Links of London to enhance Manchester Selfridges store revamp

19 August 2011
Links of London is opening a concession in the new Destination Beauty area of Selfridges’ Manchester Exchange Square store, on September 16.
Princess Catherine Doll's jewels replicate Clogau, Robinson Pelham and Dower & Hall designs

18 August 2011
Clogau Gold, Dower & Hall, Robinson Pelham and Babette Wasserman all played their part designing the jewellery that has been replicated on the Princess Catherine Wedding Doll, launching today.
Tateossian to open standalone store in Armenia

18 August 2011
Tateossian is opening a standalone store in Yerevan in Armenia in October.
Inbetweeners star to wear Dower & Hall at premiere

17 August 2011
At tonight’s premiere of the school-day high-jinx Inbetweeners movie, actress Emily Head will reportedly be wearing jewellery from Dower & Hall.
Message in a key from Clogau Gold

16 August 2011
Clogau Gold has launched its imaginative Key Notes collection of pendants in which stunning jewellery combines with penned sweet nothings.
Retail Jeweller launches job site

16 August 2011
Retail Jeweller has launched a website solely dedicated to helping people find jobs in jewellery and watches.
Pay4Later approved by CMJ

15 August 2011
Point of sale finance provider Pay4Later has been given approved supplier status by The Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ), to provide in-store and online consumer finance solutions to the buying group’s member retailers.
Demo of App that estimates carat weight of gemstones

15 August 2011
The AnchorCert Gemstone Certification Service has introduced a Gemstone Carat Weight Estimator App for smart phones.
ToyWatch launches online store

15 August 2011
ToyWatch has launched its UK online store, expanding its potential audience.
Argent of London reports 5.6% increase in first-half year sales

12 August 2011
British based jeweller Argent of London has reported that its first-half year sales were up by 5.6%.
F Hinds latest to be certified by RJC

12 August 2011
Multiple F Hinds has been certified against the Responsible Jewellery Council’s (RJC) ethical, social, environment and human rights standards, as established by the RJC’s Member Certification Standard.
NAG to host community and security seminars at IJL

12 August 2011
The National Association of Goldsmiths (NAG) will run three seminars that will open discussions about the security of businesses and their involvement in their local community at International Jewellery London (IJL) in September.
Jewellery Connections new designers to feature at Platform

11 August 2011
Small jewellery business development programme Jewellery Connections will host its first full showcase for up-and-coming designers at the Platform Gallery in Hatton Garden from August 18-19.
The Watch Hut runs television advert

11 August 2011
Watch website The Watch Hut launched its first ever television advertising campaign this month.
So Jewellery adds to its John Lewis cufflink designs

11 August 2011
So Jewellery is continuing to build on its partnership with department store John Lewis by introducing 12 new silver cufflink designs across the store nationwide.
Claudia Bradby launches Arctic Fox collection

11 August 2011
Designer Claudia Bradby has unleashed a glamour onslaught with her autumn/winter Arctic Fox collection.
Kleshna friendship bracelets will be a Christmas winner

11 August 2011
Kleshna has introduced a Swarovski Element crystal range of friendship bracelets for under £10 each that are likely to be a Christmas hit.
Norwich retailer to open larger store

11 August 2011
Independent Norwich jeweller Sonkai is set to open a larger store as the business grows.
Links of London to extend its offering to the Danes

10 August 2011
Links of London will open a concession in Copenhagen department store Illum later this month.
Birmingham Jewellery Quarter shutter-up acts as deterrent to rioters

10 August 2011
The preventative measures taken yesterday by the Birmingham Jewellery Quarter helped jewellery retailers in the area remain relatively unscathed in last night’s ongoing riots, according to Birmingham insiders.
Shutters to go down in the Birmingham Jewellery Quarter this afternoon

9 August 2011
The Birmingham Jewellery Quarter will shut down at approximately 1pm today in a united front to prevent any further damage by rioters.
Fears for Birmingham Jewellery Quarter following riots

9 August 2011
As the aftermath of a third night of riots, which spread to Birmigham, is assessed retailers in the West Midlands have been urged to continue with business as usual.
Cowboys & Aliens actress steps out in Carrera y Carrera

9 August 2011
Actress Olivia Wilde has been photographed wearing a Carrera y Carrera ring and bracelet to the Cowboys & Aliens film premiere in Germany.
Two openings for Links of London

2 August 2011
Links of London will open a store in Westfield Stratford City and a concession in independent department store Elys of Wimbledon.
Markus Lampe takes on role of Baccarat CEO

1 August 2011
Markus Lampe has taken on the role of chief executive officer at jewellery brand Baccarat, where he will use his knowledge of product development and international growth.
Swarovski theme for Christmas 2011 at Harrods

1 August 2011
Iconic department store Harrods will join forces with Swarovski this Christmas to deliver its infamous festive decorations to lure both locals and international tourists.
Retail Jewellers of Ireland in watch recycling drive

28 July 2011
The Retail Jewellers of Ireland (RJI) have joined forces with Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment compliance scheme (WEEE Ireland) to launch a major watch recycling drive among its members in Ireland.
Guess Jewellery A/W 11 range exclusive to Selfridges for 2 weeks

27 July 2011
Guess Jewellery is launching its autumn/winter 2011 collections exclusively at Selfridges online and in the department stores from August 1 for two weeks.
Dazzle celebrates 30 years

27 July 2011
Contemporary jewellery selling exhibition Dazzle will celebrate its 30th anniversary and will take up home at George Square in Edinburgh, from August 5 to 29.
Argor-Heraeus certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council

27 July 2011
Argor-Heraeus is the latest company to have been certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC).
Sustained diamond jewellery demand leads to record H1 results at De Beers

26 July 2011
Strong price growth and sustained demand for diamond jewellery have resulted in record first-half results for De Beers.
Restructure at Nuval

25 July 2011
Nuval, the UK distributor for TechnoMarine, has undergone a restructure with Jurek Piasecki taking over the role of managing director.
Senior management shake-up at Brown & Newirth

25 July 2011
British commitment ring company Brown & Newirth has undergone a restructuring of the senior management team to focus on its sales and marketing strategies.
Fei Liu shares his experience with young designers in Birmingham

25 July 2011
Designer Fei Liu shared his experience of how to run a commercial business with young designers at a talk in Birmingham last week.
EC One seeks new talent for Unsigned competition

22 July 2011
EC One, London retailer and winner of the Boutique of the Year category at the UK Jewellery Awards 2011, is again on the hunt for talented new graduate designers to enter its Unsigned competition.
Andrew Geoghegan to return to IJL following 5-year absence from UK shows

22 July 2011
Jewellery designer Andrew Geoghegan is returning to International Jewellery London (IJL) after five years absence from UK trade shows.
R Steinmetz & Sons NV certified by the RJC

22 July 2011
Antwerp-based diamond company R Steinmetz & Sons NV has been certified against the ethical, human rights, social and environmental standards of the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) Member Certification System.
NAG to take JET 2 online

21 July 2011
The National Association of Goldsmiths (NAG) education department will offer its JET 2 course online following the success of JET 1 online.
Alex F launches friendship bracelets with interchangeable flower

21 July 2011
Alex F has launched a line of friendship bracelets featuring an interchangeable gold plated and diamond flower.
Clogau Gold sponsors Welsh polo match

20 July 2011
The Clogau Gold International Polo Match saw Wales take on Ireland at Glanusk on Saturday July 9.
Hugh Rice joins Houlden Group

20 July 2011
Hugh Rice is the latest jeweller to become a member of Houlden Group.
'Tis the season to prepare: Christmas 2011

August 2011
Crank up the air con and start thinking snowfall. Kate Donovan looks at how preparation is your polar express to a very merry Christmas in 2011.
Website of the month: www.lasenza.co.uk

August 2011
This month, rather than focusing on La Senza’s main website, my attention has been lured to the lingerie retailer’s Facebook store.
Piaget to support Only Watch 2011

19 July 2011
Piaget is supporting the Only Watch charity auction for the fourth consecutive time.
Wolf London enters market with women's cufflinks

19 July 2011
Wolf London, a luxury jewellery brand, has launched with a debut collection of four women’s cufflinks designed by Hannah Martin.
Baby-G launches blogzine

19 July 2011
Watch brand Baby-G has launched female blogzine G Mag, providing fashion fans with tips and advice.
UKJA 2011 in photos: part 4

15 July 2011
Even more photos from the UKJA 2011 as the dancing and socialising continued into the night.
UKJA 2011 in photos: part 3

15 July 2011
More photos from the UKJA 2011, where the industry’s finest were toasted in style.
UKJA 2011 in photos: part 1

15 July 2011
Check out the photos of a glittering evening at the UK Jewellery Awards 2011, hosted by model and radio DJ Lisa Snowdon.
UKJA 2011 in photos: part 5

15 July 2011
The pictures from the UKJA 2011 continue….
UK Jewellery Award winners 2011

15 July 2011
Find out the winners of the UK Jewellery Awards 2011.
Winner of Ingle & Rhode-founded award announced

7 July 2011
Ethical jeweller Ingle & Rhode and farmer-owned Fairtrade company Divine Chocolate have named the winner of the inaugural Divine Women Awards as Carline Ikoroha.
Industry celebrates hallmark for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee

7 July 2011
The UK jewellery and precious metals industry celebrated the launch of the commemorative hallmark for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in 2012 on Tuesday.
Ellicott presents Prince Charles with watch

7 July 2011
English watchmakers Ellicott presented HRH The Prince of Wales with a Majesty MG3 watch on June 16.
Shawish named LJW's Outstanding International Fine Jewellery Brand

6 July 2011
Shawish has been named as its Outstanding International Fine Jewellery Brand by the governing body of London Jewellery Week (LJW).
The Goldsmiths' Company gives awards at New Designers 2011

6 July 2011
The Goldsmiths’ Company distributed two awards at graduate designers showcase event New Designers 2011, which took place June 30 to July 2.
UK students urged to apply for GIA scholarship

5 July 2011
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) is appealing for more UK applications to its 2012 scholarship programme.
London Pearl is set for further UK growth

4 July 2011
London Pearl has expanded rapidly in the UK since a management buyout 10 months ago and is set for further UK growth.
Clogau Gold to sponsor Welsh polo

4 July 2011
Clogau Gold will sponsor the international polo at Glanusk in South Wales this weekend.
So Jewellery appoints sales agent for South East England

1 July 2011
So Jewellery has appointed Faye Miller as its first sales agent to look after existing and prospective customers in the South East of England.
Departing the norm: Department stores

July 2011
Shifts in consumer behaviour have boosted department stores’ sales of watches, and jewellery looks set to follow suit. Kate Donovan finds out what’s pulling in the customers.
Store of the month: Mawi

July 2011
Beyond the crowded hustle of Old Street, London, Mawi’s first store nestles in Calvert Avenue, a haven of calm for the fashionista of Shoreditch and where a cosmopolitan cafe culture has spilled out onto the street.
Guess teams up with Breakthrough Breast Cancer and Too Many Women

29 June 2011
Guess Watches is sparkling onto the charity scene with its limited edition Breast Cancer Awareness Sparkling Pink watch.
A Lange & Söhne opens Hong Kong boutique

29 June 2011
A Lange & Söhne has opened a store in Hong Kong, extending its international presence and enhancing the brand in the region.
Rare Patek Philippe on display at retailer Michael Spiers

29 June 2011
Retailer Michael Spiers welcomed an appearance by a rare example of the Patek Philippe lady’s Twenty-4 wristwatch.
Swatch collaborates with Japanese artist over watches with "pow" appeal

28 June 2011
Swatch has teamed up with Japanese artist Hiroyuki Matsuura to produce six New Gents, which feature bold colours and memorable characters.
Bell & Ross opens in Paris

27 June 2011
Watch manufacturer Bell & Ross has opened its first store in Paris as part of the brand’s continued international development.
Argos "disappointed" with staff inaccuracy about gold sourcing to be featured on Ch 4 programme

27 June 2011
High street retailer Argos has said that it was “disappointed” that a member of its staff gave inaccurate information about gold sourcing, which will feature on tonight’s Channel 4 Dispatches programme.
Richemont results boosted by record jewellery and watch sales

27 June 2011
Luxury goods group Richemont has reported a 33% increase in sales to €6,892 million (£6,123 million) and a 63% increase in operating profit to €1,355 million (£1,204 million) in its annual report and accounts for the year ended 31 March 2011.
High Street jewellers under fire over ethical gold sourcing in Dispatches programme

27 June 2011
The ethical sourcing of gold by high street jewellers will be under the spotlight on tonight’s Channel 4 Dispatches programme.
Latest home valuation service specialises in luxury brands

24 June 2011
Subrosa Exchange has launched a bespoke jewellery valuation and exchange service, which specialises in luxury jewellery brands.
Dower & Hall launches proposal ring concept

24 June 2011
British jeweller Dower & Hall has introduced a Marry Me proposal ring, helping along the process of popping the question and providing the receiver with an additional keepsake.
Houlden Group celebrates 35 years and bids farewell to Peter Lunn

17 June 2011
The Houlden Group celebrated its 35th anniversary and announced co-founder Peter Lunn’s retirement from the Group at the Summer Management and Buying Event, which ended today.
Sales through CMJ up 70%

17 June 2011
The Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ) has reported that sales through the buying group were up 70% on the previous year, rising from £45.27million to £76.88million.
The Goldsmiths' Company to sponsor Jewellery and Precious Metalwork Zone

8 June 2011
The Goldsmiths’ Company is sponsoring the Jewellery and Precious Metalwork Zone at the New Designers Exhibition, which takes place at the Business Design Centre in Islington, for the ninth consecutive year.
Gemfields acquires 75% interest in Mozambican ruby project

8 June 2011
Gemfields has entered into a conditional agreement to acquire a controlling interest in a ruby deposit based in the Montepuez district of the Cabo Delgado province in Mozambique.
EC One invites designers to present work at open call

7 June 2011
London-based retailer EC One is hosting a Designer Open Call event on June 26 at its flagship store at Exmouth Market, in a bid to uncover more talented designers for its stores.
Where you need to be during London Jewellery Week

6 June 2011
The fourth annual London Jewellery Week launches this week bringing consumers and industry insiders together for a taste of just what the world of jewellery has to offer within the capital city.
Ana De Costa to design couture platinum piece for PureJewels collection

1 June 2011
Designer Ana De Costa will design and make a couture platinum piece of jewellery for the London brand PureJewels Platinum Heritage Collection 2011.
PureJewels to launch platinum collection at Hilton Park Lane

27 May 2011
London brand PureJewels will launch its couture Platinum Heritage Collection at an exclusive VIP reception with a Bollywood flavour at the Hilton, Park Lane on June 10 during London Jewellery Week 2011.
IJL unveils KickStarters for 2011

26 May 2011
International Jewellery London has announced the KickStart designers for the September 2011 event.
NAG to attend The Jewellery Show Salon trade day

26 May 2011
The National Association of Goldsmiths (NAG) will be attending The Jewellery Show Salon trade day, which takes place during London Jewellery Week 2011.
Beyond the website: Retail-jeweller.com mobile

June 2011
Retail-jeweller.com has just gone mobile, but how many high street jewellers are alive to the opportunities that m-commerce brings, asks Kate Donovan.
Style counsel: Store design

June 2011
From the colour of the walls to the LED lighting in the display cases, how your store is designed can make the difference between customers stepping in on impulse and walking straight past. The next eight pages are dedicated to inspirational stores, whatever their wares, and ways to perk up your retail environment
Website of the month: Innocentdrinks.co.uk

June 2011
From the quirky to the classy, the range of websites vying for consumers’ attention seems infinite, making it quite a task for them to choose which to focus on. For the first of these website spotlights, I’m going back to basics to a site that, through its simplicity, is exemplary when it comes to branding.
Bell & Ross's latest website enhances brand community

19 May 2011
Bell & Ross has launched the latest version of its website, which promotes brand community.
Silversmith Miller made Goldsmiths' Company's prime warden

19 May 2011
British silversmith Hector Miller has been made the Goldsmiths’ Company’s new prime warden.
Gc Watches sponsors Tunnel of Love party

18 May 2011
Gc Watches was one of a range of fashion contributors to sponsor last night’s Tunnel of Love event, in support of the British Heart Foundation (BHF).
Trollbeads announces People's Bead winner

16 May 2011
Trollbeads has announced the winner of its annual People’s Bead competition as Densie Tong from Hong Kong for her Rolling Waves design.
Cookson Precious Metals launches website

13 May 2011
Cookson Precious Metals has launched a new website as part of its growing digital presence and to meet users needs.
UK Jewellery Awards 2011 shortlist announced

13 May 2011
The much anticipated shortlist of finalists for the UK Jewellery Awards 2011 has been announced.
Nathan & Stock launches with three brands and sets its sights on IJL

12 May 2011
Jewellery company Nathan & Stock has launched three brands into the UK, which will exhibit at International Jewellery London (IJL) in September.
Tissot appoints Moto2 racer Bradley Smith as brand ambassador

12 May 2011
Moto2 racer Bradley Smith has been appointed as a Tissot brand ambassador for the UK.
Johnny Depp and Penelope Cruz given Gc watches at latest Pirates of the Caribbean premiere

12 May 2011
Actor Johnny Depp and actress Penelope Cruz were given GC Watches for the red carpet premier of the latest Pirates of the Caribbean film today.
Garrard invites consumers to "try on" tiara using 3D technology

11 May 2011
Augmented reality and 3D solutions company Holition is giving visitors to the Garrard Albemarle Street shop opportunity to “try on” a tiara using augmented reality technology as part of UK Vogue’s Street Lights event.
Lilly Hastedt opens Chelsea boutique

11 May 2011
Jeweller Lilly Hastedt has opened a jewellery boutique in London’s Chelsea to showcase her work.
Bremont launches pilot watch the BC-Solo

11 May 2011
Bremont continues to embrace its aviation expertise with the introduction of classic pilot’s watch the BC-Solo.
Ogden of Harrogate to take part in Fashion Joins Forces event

11 May 2011
Retailer Ogden of Harrogate is taking part at a fashion event at Bramham Park with Harvey Nichols and Coutts & Co, in aid of the Yorkshire Regiment Charitable Trust and the Household Cavalry Operational Casualty Fund (HCOCF).
Storm to auction vintage timepieces

11 May 2011
Storm is inviting consumers to take part in online bidding wars for two limited edition vintage watches in its annual charity auction.
British Silver Week turns the spotlight onto silversmiths

10 May 2011
The British Silver Week Festival of Silver launched yesterday at Pangolin London fine art gallery in London’s King’s Cross.
Charles Fish to celebrate re-launch of Canary Wharf salon with LJW party

28 April 2011
Contemporary jewellers Charles Fish will celebrate the re-launch of its Canary Wharf salon with a London Jewellery Week party on June 9.
Sho Fine Jewellery to launch new look website

28 April 2011
Sho Fine Jewellery will launch its new look website to reflect the brand image, during London Jewellery Week 2011.
Cat Deeley and Kate Middleton wear Links of London before Royal Wedding

28 April 2011
Cat Deeley has been wearing jewellery from Links of London for the CNN Royal Wedding coverage and will continue to do so for the wedding tomorrow.
Phillips de Pury & Company to hold London Jewels auction

26 April 2011
International art specialist Phillips de Pury & Company will hold the London Jewels Auction on June 7, 2011.
Mappin & Webb and SafeGuard Independent Jewellery Valuation service offer valuation event

26 April 2011
Mappin & Webb and SafeGuard Independent Jewellery Valuation service will present a Jewellery, Watch and Silverware Valuation event during London Jewellery Week.
Café Luc and Piaget to give watch prize for Royal Wedding

26 April 2011
To celebrate this Friday’s Royal Wedding, Marylebone brasserie Café Luc is offering customers who order a glass of Louis Roederer Champagne over the weekend the opportunity to win a watch worth over £9,000 supplied by Piaget.
Dower & Hall embraces gold vermeil this summer

26 April 2011
Dower & Hall’s latest 22ct gold vermeil collection incorporates summer-friendly floral designs.
Catherine Jones to give away £2,000 ring at Royal Wedding-related fair

21 April 2011
Retailer Catherine Jones Jewellery will give away a £2,000 Fei Liu engagement ring at the Anstey Hall and Star Radio wedding fair on May 1 to one lucky winner.
A retro summer vibe courtesy of Kit Heath

18 April 2011
Kit Heath has extended its Beachcomber Collection with the addition of some beach-inspired pebble beads.
Van Cleef & Arpels displays young talent at event

18 April 2011
Van Cleef & Arpels will be displaying the works of young designers from the Richemont Group’s arts and design school at the Salone Internazionale del Mobile.
The Israeli diamond industry shows full signs of recovery in Q1 2011

15 April 2011
The Israeli diamond industry has seen double-digit growth in exports and imports of both polished and rough diamonds in the first quarter of 2011, according to figures published by the Israel Ministry of Industry, Trade and Labor’s diamond controller Shmuel Mordechai.
Message on a bracelet from Azuni

15 April 2011
Azuni has introduced a range of friendship bracelets that feature a range of life affirming messages.
G-Shock opens temporary retail space in Covent Garden

15 April 2011
Casio watch brand G-Shock has opened a temporary retail space on Neal Street in Covent Garden, London.
G-Shock collaborates on graffiti culture-inspired watch

15 April 2011
Watch brand G-Shock has teamed up with artist Krink to produce the G-Shock DW-6900KR.
Trollbeads distributor raises £2,950 for tsunami victims

15 April 2011
Distributor of Trollbeads, Fable Trading, successfully raised enough money for five Shelterboxes to help towards the Japanese earthquake and tsunami relief effort.
Nomination introduces Royal Collection

15 April 2011
Nomination is the latest jewellery brand to come up with its take on Catherine Middleton’s engagement ring and has launched its Royal Collection in time for the Royal wedding.
Ingle & Rhode launches Fairtrade and Fairmined gold competition

15 April 2011
Jewellers Ingle & Rhode and fashion designer Ada Zanditon are giving away a £3,000 pendant to celebrate the launch of Fairtrade and Fairmined gold.
Kiki McDonough launches the Eve Collection

14 April 2011
Jewellery designer Kiki McDonough has released the Eve collection, which was inspired by nature and features butterflies, flowers and four-leaf clovers.
Department for Business urges retailers to comment on hallmark status

12 April 2011
A Department for Business spokesperson has contacted Retail Jeweller following the publication of its ‘Hallmarking under threat in red tape review’ story to say that that while the Government is not necessarily intending to scrap hallmarking if it is working, it is seeking retailer feedback on whether it is as efficient as possible.
Hallmarking under threat in red tape review

12 April 2011
The Birmingham Assay Office is urging jewellery industry insiders to act now to save hallmarking, which is under threat of abolition by default as part of the Government’s move to reduce regulation.
Tissot features its latest 3D reality installation at Harrods

6 April 2011
Tissot has launched its latest bespoke augmented reality installation at Harrods, where it is part of the luxury department store’s one-month Swiss focus.
CMJ launches specialist jewellery company

4 April 2011
A company specialising in marketing, branding, press and publishing for the UK watch and jewellery industry called CMJ Media has launched under The Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ) umbrella.
Teah-Wilson Jewellery opens pop-up on Columbia Road

4 April 2011
Teah-Wilson Jewellery is the latest brand to open a pop-up shop on the trendy Columbia Road in Shoreditch, London.
Trollbeads asks fans to design bead for 2011

1 April 2011
Trollbeads is asking fans from all over the world to submit their own bead designs for the People’s Bead 2011 competition.
Retailer holds event and encourages local talent following Mary Portas business lesson

1 April 2011
The owner of Sevenoaks jewellery shop Sashani held a champagne evening and encouraged local talent to dress his shop window following a masterclass inspired by retail guru Mary Portas.
TH March awarded corporate Chartered Insurance Brokers status

31 March 2011
Jewellery insurance broker TH March has been awarded the corporate Chartered Insurance Brokers status for the professional advice given to its customers.
Milena Kovanovic is fourth PureJewels platinum designer

31 March 2011
Milena Kovanovic is the fourth jewellery designer to have been chosen by East London retailer PureJewels to create a couture piece for the Platinum Heritage Collection 2011.
Dower & Hall launches silver tusk pendant for Tusk Trust

30 March 2011
Dower & Hall has launched its limited edition silver tusk pendant to help raise funds for Tusk Trust.
WatchShop.com and Casio to donate to Japanese tsunami relief efforts

30 March 2011
Online watch retailer WatchShop.com has partnered up with Casio to help raise funds for the Japanese earthquake and tsunami relief effort.
Tateossian opens its first pop-up

28 March 2011
Tateossian has opened its first pop-up shop in Westfield Shopping centre, with customers being offered discounts and gifts.
Ti Sento to open in 69 additional stores following The Jewellery Show

25 March 2011
Following on from the popularity of its stand at The Jewellery Show 2011, Ti Sento is set to become available in 69 additional jewellery shops.
Links of London experiments with materials

25 March 2011
Predominantly silver and gold brand Links of London has embraced colours and is experimenting with different materials, as revealed at Baselworld 2011.
Swarovski Gems launches Zirconia Diamond Colors at Baselworld

24 March 2011
Swarovski Gems has launched its Zirconia Diamond Colors collection on the opening day of Baselworld 2011, addressing the popularity of coloured stones.
Hamilton launches impress on first day of Baselworld

24 March 2011
Hamilton watches is looking to expand its brand within the UK and is moving in the right direction with a plethora of launches on the first day of Baselworld 2011.
Federal Councillor Didier Burkhalter to open Baselworld

23 March 2011
Baselworld 2011 will be opened tomorrow by Federal Councillor Didier Burkhalter.
All that glitters: Shaun Leane's Maybell collection

22 March 2011
Shaun Leane’s latest fine jewellery collection captures the elegance of the Maybell woodland flower.
Sophie Ellis-Bextor wears Kleshna daffodil brooch

21 March 2011
Pop star Sophie Ellis-Bextor is the latest celebrity to be seen wearing a Kleshna daffodil brooch for the Marie Curie Great Daffodil Appeal.
Astley Clarke and the Goldsmiths' Company's mentee completes collection

18 March 2011
Young jeweller Elizabeth Humble will launch her jewellery collection, which is the result of a mentoring programme with the Goldsmiths’ Company and Astley Clarke, next month.
Daisy Knights launches in Urban Outfitters

17 March 2011
Designer Daisy Knights has launched some exclusive pieces in fashion retailer Urban Outfitters.
Swatch collaborates on its art, fashion and sport pillars

16 March 2011
Swatch has unveiled its Art, Fashion & Sport Collection, which has been born from a series of collaborations.
Chamilia produces The Infinite Love for Mother's Day

16 March 2011
Chamilia has released a limited edition 2011 Mother’s Day bead called The Infinite Love.
Stand scheme impresses at CMJ meeting

16 March 2011
The Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ) introduced a new stand scheme at its spring trade event, which took place on March 13 to 14 in Birmingham.
Tomasz Donocik and Baccarat scoop CMJ meeting awards

16 March 2011
Designer Tomasz Donocik was voted winner of the best designer collection, and Baccarat winner of the most impressive stand, by retailers attending the Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ) meeting, which took place on March 13 and 14 in Birmingham.
Kit Heath to launch its gold plated pieces on House of Fraser website

15 March 2011
Kit Heath will feature on the House of Fraser website from this month, making a splash with its gold plated spring collection.
Trollbeads's distributor donates to Japanese earthquake appeal

15 March 2011
The UK and Ireland distributor of Trollbeads, Fable Trading, is donating 50p from the sale of each limited edition Kimono bead towards helping victims of the Japanese tsunami.
Security: Daylight robbery

April 2011
Jewellery thieves are no longer operating under the cloak of darkness. Kate Donovan investigates how you can protect your business against robberies during operating hours
Baselworld launches app

11 March 2011
A Baselword app for smart phones is now available providing show information and helping visitors navigate the event.
Joanna Dahdah opens Beirut store

11 March 2011
Designer Joanna Dahdah has launched a flagship store in downtown Beirut, taking some well known European brands to the region.
Van Cleef & Arpels supports children's charity at Dubai fair

10 March 2011
Van Cleef & Arpels is participating in Art Dubai for the third consecutive year, presenting its Les Voyages Extraordinaires collection and supporting charity Smart.
The Swatch Group signs contract with Liquidmetal

10 March 2011
The Swatch Group has signed an exclusive licensing agreement allowing it to use Liquidmetal alloy technology worldwide.
Taline Temezian collaborates with Bond Street retailer on Love Collection

10 March 2011
Taline Temezian has designed the cage-incorporating Love Collection, which will be available at Bond Street retailer Bentley & Skinner from April.
Anthony Roussel to design for PureJewels Platinum Heritage Collection 2011

9 March 2011
Anthony Roussel is the third named designer who will create a piece of platinum jewellery for the PureJewels Platinum Heritage Collection 2011.
Tiffany appoints Frederic Cumenal as executive vice president

9 March 2011
Tiffany & Co has named Frederic Cumenal as executive vice president, effective from this month.
Trollbeads captures a taste of Japan

9 March 2011
Trollbeads has encompassed the beautiful detail of traditional silk kimonos in its Kimono Kit of six Japanese glass beads.
IDI to launch latest marketing campaign at Baselworld

9 March 2011
The Israeli diamond industry will have a strong presence at Baselworld 2011 and the Israeli Diamond Institute (IDI) will use the event as a platform from which to launch a marketing campaign.
Jennifer Hudson steps out in David Morris

8 March 2011
American songstress and actress Jennifer Hudson wore an array of David Morris jewellery to a cocktail reception and dinner at the American Ambassador’s house last night.
Silver outshines gold and platinum as an asset in 2010

8 March 2011
Precious metals were the best performing investment for the second year running and silver outperformed other precious metals with prices rising by 80%, according to research on asset performance published by Lloyds TSB.
The Alternative Wedding Show focuses on reworked heirlooms

8 March 2011
The Alternative Wedding Show has a Rock Revival focus this year, addressing the trend for working heirlooms into contemporary designs.
DTC open to registration for Sightholders

8 March 2011
The Diamond Trading Company (DTC) has opened registration for the 2012-2015 Supplier of Choice contract period and is inviting interested businesses to register.
Beaverbrooks in "the elite top 20" of The Sunday Times Best Companies list

7 March 2011
Multiple jeweller Beaverbrooks ranked 17 overall in The Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For 2011 survey, published yesterday.
Jennifer Lopez drips in Stephen Webster on American Idol

4 March 2011
Actress and pop star Jennifer Lopez wore a plethora of Stephen Webster items when she hit the small screen in her role as a judge on American Idol on Wednesday night.
Soley Fine Jewellery introduces website

4 March 2011
Soley Fine Jewellery has launched a website as part of the celebrations of its 110th anniversary.
MSS Watch Company to distribute Smarty Love watches

4 March 2011
MSS Watch Company has become the sole distributor of teen watches Smarty Love in the UK, marking its move into higher volume sales items.
Roamer watches re-enter the UK via Azendi's flagship

4 March 2011
Timepieces from Swiss watchmaker Roamer are now available in Azendi’s flagship store in Westfield, London, marking a re-entry into the British market for the watch company.
Diamond By Appointment launches latest version

3 March 2011
In-store online service Diamond By Appointment has launched the 2011 version of its business model.
Watchshop.com supplies watches to team behind X Factor

3 March 2011
Online watch retailer watchshop.com is supplying the X Factor production team with Casio Retro Chronograph watches for the singing talent show’s auditions, which start in London this weekend.
Seiko named official partner of FC Barcelona

3 March 2011
Seiko has been appointed the official watch partner of football club FC Barcelona.
Claudia Bradby relaunches Kate Middleton collaboration

3 March 2011
Designer Claudia Bradby will re-launch a necklace that she designed in collaboration with Kate Middleton to mark the royal wedding.
ChangeActShare appoints Latiénne to help business growth

3 March 2011
Camden Council’s multifaceted jewellery sector development project ChangeActShare has appointed Latiénne to help create business growth opportunities for Hatton Garden jewellers.
Mad Men actress named as face of Vivienne Westwood palladium jewellery

2 March 2011
Vivienne Westwood and Palladium Alliance have revealed Mad Men actress Christina Hendricks as the official face of the Vivienne Westwood Get a Life palladium jewellery collection.
York jewellers undergoes rebrand

2 March 2011
Jewellery design workshop Werk by TCJ Designs in York has extensively renovated its store and brand in order to refresh the company image.
Rotary named as a 2011 Superbrand

2 March 2011
Rotary Watches has been named as a Consumer Superbrand of 2011, further endorsing its strong position in the UK market.
Guess steps in to spring with its Mini White Spectrum

2 March 2011
The Mini White Spectrum is one of the white watches from Guess that will be hitting stores this month.
IJL launches e-commerce site competition for UK jewellery businesses

2 March 2011
International Jewellery London (IJL) has teamed up with internet marketing agency Adaptive to offer retailers or designers the opportunity to enter a prize draw to win the design of a new e-commerce site.
Inhorgenta 2011 receives a very international audience

1 March 2011
Inhorgenta 2011 has reported a record number of visitors from across the globe and a positive response to its new structure.
Piaget hosts Film Independent Spirit Awards lunch

25 February 2011
Swiss jewellery and watch brand Piaget hosted an intimate lunch with Hollywood at Soho House, Los Angeles, to celebrate its partnership with the Film Independent Spirit Awards.
Cara Tonkin to design for the PureJewels Platinum Heritage Collection

24 February 2011
Designer Cara Tonkin will design a couture platinum piece of jewellery for the PureJewels Platinum Heritage Collection 2011.
Jorg Gray to exhibit at Baselworld for the first time

23 February 2011
Jorg Gray will be exhibiting its timepiece collection for the first time at Baselworld 2011, where it is hoping to meet more UK retailers.
Humberstones opens Pandora store

23 February 2011
Lancashire jeweller Humberstones has opened a Pandora store in Blackburn.
Karen Morrison to launch pop-up boutique

21 February 2011
Jewellery designer Karen Morrison is hosting a jewellery pop-up boutique from March 15 to 20.
DeJoria Diamonds signs up to charity consortium

18 February 2011
DeJoria Diamonds is the first jewellery brand in the UK to sign up to new charitable fundraising venture, Give Change Make Change.
Royal London presents staff performance awards

17 February 2011
Watch and silver jewellery specialist Royal London named Dean Craske Area Sales Manager of the Year at its inaugural staff awards held at the end of last month.
Burrells opens second store in Tunbridge Wells

17 February 2011
Burrells the Jewellers has opened a second store in Tubridge Wells.
Power of the unknown: Technology focus and links to full interviews

16 February 2011
From jewellery design to online sales and store operations, technology can do wonders for every aspect of your business. Kate Donovan explains why all jewellers should be embracing technology
De Grisogono delivers on colour

16 February 2011
De Grisogono is celebrating 10 years of its Instrumento NoUno with pop art inspired timepieces.
IJL celebrates record bookings

16 February 2011
International Jewellery London (IJL) is now 70% booked, which is a 10% increase in bookings compared to this time last year.
The Houlden Group lists latest supplier partnerships

14 February 2011
The Houlden Group will welcome a host of new suppliers to its forthcoming members’ Management and Buying Event.
Fei Liu named in Birmingham City University's end of year honours

4 February 2011
Fei Liu is one of five graduates to be named in Birmingham City University’s end of year honours.
HiHo Silver expands into wholesale

3 February 2011
Somerset silver jewellery designer and retailer Hiho Silver will launch its first wholesale range at The Jewellery Show next week, in response to demand.
Museums collaborate with jewellers

2 February 2011
The Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art (Mima), The Dorman Museum and The Captain Cook Birthplace Museum have commissioned Dutch and UK jewellers to take part in an exhibition project called Museumaker.
Kit Heath expands into gold jewellery

1 February 2011
Kit Heath has launched its first gold plated range, tapping into the continuing popularity of gold.
Horology course to run again in March

1 February 2011
The Counter Service Course run by Horology Consulting will take place again in March following its initial success last year.
Breitling equips Montbrilliant with Caliber 01 movement

1 February 2011
Breitling is equipping its Montbrilliant chronograph with its Caliber 01 high-performance movement for the first time.
Retailer profile: PureJewels

1 February 2011
While some retailers operate within traditional realms keeping their business a closed book from the “prying eyes” of competitors, others have taken on the role of industry ambassador, embracing the importance of the greater good.
2010 Platinum Heritage designers to create diffusion lines

31 January 2011
The six designers who created pieces for East London retailer PureJewels’s Platinum Heritage Collection in 2010 will create new collections for launch at London Jewellery Week.
Sarah Ho is first to sign up for Platinum Heritage Collection 2011

28 January 2011
Designer Sarah Ho has accepted an invitation to create a piece of jewellery for the showcase of East London retailer PureJewels’s Platinum Heritage Collection 2011.
Signet restructures brand marketing teams

25 January 2011
Signet has created roles and restructured its brand marketing teams for H Samuel, Ernest Jones and Leslie Davis to help differentiate the brands and enhance supplier relations.
IWC entertains the stars at SIHH event

19 January 2011
Entertainment and sports stars joined the watch elite at the Salon International del la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH), which is currently in full swing in Geneva.
Dower & Hall introduces Memento

19 January 2011
Dower & Hall’s Memento collection comprises weighty silver jewellery with each piece intricately engraved with the sentiment ‘always close to my heart’.
CMJ to launch best product award at The Jewellery Show

19 January 2011
The Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ) will launch an award for the best new jewellery collection at The Jewellery Show at Spring Fair International next month.
Watch sales up in 2010 but growth slow in December

19 January 2011
The total watch market in 2010 was worth £912.1m but snow stalled sales growth in December, according to market research company GfK Retail and Technology UK.
Recruitment: One in a million

February 2011
Finding staff who can add value to your business is crucial to its success. From CVs to interviews, Kate Donovan finds out how to pick the best candidate for a role
Golden Globes actresses opt for platinum

18 January 2011
Platinum was the jewellery metal of choice for many of the stars gracing the red carpet at the 68th Annual Golden Globe Awards, which took place in America on Sunday.
CMJ reports record breaking 2010 and appoints Lucy Hill

17 January 2011
The Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ) has reported that in the nine months of trading since April 2010 it has exceeded the entire year’s turnover for the 2009/10 financial year by over 30%.
Paddy Byng named managing director of Asprey

17 January 2011
Paddy Byng has been appointed as managing director of Asprey Holdings and will take up the role from February 1.
Links of London launches Love Note collection

12 January 2011
Links of London is unveiling its Love Note collection for Valentine’s Day 2011.
Storm founder made patron for Everywoman's Modern Muse

11 January 2011
Storm founder Anna Lee has been appointed a patron of Everywoman’s Modern Muse initiative.
Kit Heath shoots S/S 2011 collection at Hartland Abbey

11 January 2011
Sterling silver jewellery brand Kit Heath shot its spring 2011 campaign at Hartland Abbey.
Kleshna launches Prism pieces for S/S 2011

11 January 2011
Kleshna’s Prism Collection for spring/summer 2011 comprises crystal encrusted pieces.
Mr Green from Ladoire Genève makes its debut

11 January 2011
The Mr Green watch is part of the Black Widow watch collection from Ladoire Genève and is designed to emit a dark ambience.
Renaissance Life available at Selfridges

10 January 2011
Jewellery brand Renaissance Life is now available at London department store Selfridges.
PureJewels seeks designers for 2011 Platinum Heritage Collection

6 January 2011
East London retailer PureJewels is looking for six designers to collaborate with on the 2011 Platinum Heritage Collection.
Latest from Gecko at The Jewellery Show

6 January 2011
Gecko is set to reveal a variety of pieces ranging from Hummingbirds to the latest in girls’ watches At The Jewellery Show 2011 at Spring Fair International.
British designers to feature at Inhorgenta 2011

5 January 2011
British jewellery design will be well represented at Inhorgenta 2011 with 14 UK companies exhibiting in national trade association the British Jewellery & Giftware International’s area.
McLarty and Decker to open Fairtrade pop-up

5 January 2011
Designer-makers Linnie McLarty and Ute Decker are opening a pop-up shop during February to celebrate the launch of Fairtrade gold and to coincide with Valentine’s Day.
British Silver Week to return to Inhorgenta

5 January 2011
British Silver Week has been invited by Inhorgenta 2011 to feature 20 of the UK’s best contemporary silversmiths.
Sarah Ho to exhibit at Inhorgenta for first time

4 January 2011
Designer Sarah Ho will exhibit at Inhorgenta for the first time this year.
AWDC expands its support of the Antwerp Diamond Trade Fair

4 January 2011
The Antwerp World Diamond Diamond Centre (AWDC) will be the main sponsor and patron of the Antwerp Diamond Trade Fair 2011.
British Silver Week 2011 to launch at the Pangolin London

4 January 2011
The British Silver Week 2011 Festival of Silver will launch at the Pangolin London fine art gallery and will take place from May 9 to 13.
Monica Vinader delivers bracelets for Valentine's Day

31 December 2010
The Monica Vinader Gem Fiji bracelets are being launched in time for Valentine’s Day 2011.
So Jewellery adds to shortlisted collection

28 December 2010
So Jewellery is adding gold and silver Spheres Earrings to its Spheres range.
Three major retailers join Jewelers of America

23 December 2010
Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and Ultra Diamonds have joined Jewelers of America (JA) as retail members.
Jewellery designers well represented on Project Artisan site

23 December 2010
Fashion and e-commerce website Project Artisan has launched with jewellery as its largest category.
Domino seeks international buyers at Baselworld

22 December 2010
Domino will be exhibiting at Swiss watch and jewellery show Baselworld next year in a bid to introduce more international buyers to its product ranges.
Phillip Stoner the Jeweller opens flagship in Manchester

21 December 2010
Phillip Stoner the Jeweller is opening a flagship store in Manchester’s luxury shopping quarter, The Avenue, Spinningfields.
Retailers urged to check insurance policies for extra stock implications

20 December 2010
A global insurer has warned UK retailers to check the limits on their insurance cover as they hold stock for the Christmas trading period.
Ti Sento takes underwater inspiration for Aqua

20 December 2010
Ti Sento Milano is on a mission to redefine nature as jewellery with its Aqua collection for spring/summer 2011.
Missoma to see international growth with IBB partnership

15 December 2010
Jewellery brand Missoma has forged a partnership with international jewellery supplier IBB, helping to grow Missoma as an international business.
UK Jewellery Awards 2011 launch with boutique category

14 December 2010
The UK Jewellery Awards 2011 are now open for entries and will recognise those making waves in the industry, from talented designers to successful businesses.
Versace opens jewellery boutique in Beijing

13 December 2010
Versace opened a jewellery boutique in Beijing last week, furthering the brand’s expansion into China.
Retail Jeweller launches themed e-newsletters

13 December 2010
From January 2011 you will be able to receive e-newsletters, which will contain news and articles that focus on your specific areas of interest.
Applications for KickStart 2011 now open

9 December 2010
Up and coming designers can now apply for KickStart 2011, which will take place at next year’s International Jewellery London (IJL).
H Samuel pop-up shop opens in Westfield

8 December 2010
H Samuel opened its latest pop-up shop in Westfield shopping centre on Monday.
Nomination to distribute Italian band's album

8 December 2010
Jewellery brand Nomination has collaborated with Italian pop and dance music duo Paola & Chiara, helping style them and selling their album in stores.
Actress Neve Campbell shows off her Tateossian necklace

6 December 2010
Actress Neve Campbell was spotted wearing Tateossian’s Silver Precious Skin Necklace at the Quentin Tarantino Friars Club Roast.
Tissot enables women to virtually try on ladies' watches from home

6 December 2010
Tissot has launched its second virtual campaign to showcase its ladies’ collection, allowing women to virtually ‘try on’ watches at home.
Trollbeads helps donate £71,862 to Cancer Research UK

2 December 2010
Fable Trading has donated £71,862 to Cancer Research UK with support from Trollbeads.
Cheryl Cole and Sienna Miller spotted wearing Daisy Chakra bracelets

1 December 2010
Pop star Cheryl Cole and actress Sienna Miller are the latest recognisable faces who have been papped wearing bracelets from the Chakra collection by jewellery brand Daisy.
Wallis Simpson collection fetches £8m at auction

1 December 2010
The 20 exceptional jewels and precious objects that formerly belonged to Duchess of Windsor, Wallis Simpson, sold for a double-estimate total of £8m at Sotheby’s last night.
Guess to launch 2011 spring pendants

30 November 2010
Guess Jewellery will launch a pendant collection for Spring 2011 with 12 eye-catching styles.
C W Sellors Christmas event entertains and helps charities

30 November 2010
Derbyshire fine jewellers C W Sellors welcomed surprise guest comedienne Joan Rivers at its recent Yuletide treats and shopping idea event, Christmas Wishes Fine Jewellery & Watch Showcase.
What's in a number? Independents vs multiples

January 2011
Niche independents are a very different beast from mighty multiples, but both have their pros and cons. Kate Donovan weighs them up
Put your story across: public relations

January 2011
Whether you’re on a budget or poised for a blow-out, there’s a PR strategy that will boost your business profile and profits. Kate Donovan investigates
Ben Ryan wins Goldsmiths' Company's Young Designer Silversmith Award

29 November 2010
Ben Ryan has been named as winner of the Goldsmiths’ Company’s Young Designer Silversmith Award 2010.
RJC urges members to be vigilant about KP status of diamonds

25 November 2010
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has advised its members to be vigilant about trading diamonds that do not carry the full authority of the Kimberley Process.
Monochrome styling from Storm's Quadron

25 November 2010
The Quadron from Storm is a multifunctional watch that combines modern sophistication with quality design.
Daisy products now available in Harrods

25 November 2010
Jewellery brand Daisy is now available in luxury department store Harrods in London.
Elodie re-launches website with increased support for stockists

24 November 2010
Sterling silver jewellery company Elodie has re-launched its website in line with its new brand image.
Ernest Jones to rent jewels to Royal wedding "golden ticket" winners

24 November 2010
Following media reports that approximately 100 tickets will be given to members of the public to attend next year’s Royal wedding, high street retailer Ernest Jones is offering to rent jewellery out to those lucky enough to be guests.
GFMS expects silver jewellery fabrication to rise by 3%

24 November 2010
GFMS stated in its Interim Silver Market Review that it expects silver jewellery fabrication to rise by approximately 3% this year because of high gold prices.
Jewellery and watch PR consultancy officially launches

24 November 2010
Latiénne Communications, a strategic marketing and communications consultancy devoted exclusively to the watch and jewellery industry, has officially launched from its London headquarters.
Ogden of Harrogate celebrates opening of The Little Diamond Shop in York

23 November 2010
Retailer Ogden of Harrogate opened sister jewellery store The Little Diamond Shop in York on Saturday.
PureJewels-sponsored wedding exhibition pulls in the crowds

23 November 2010
Green Street retailer PureJewels sponsored the annual Asian Wedding Exhibition, which took place this weekend at north London’s Alexandra Palace and welcomed between 8 to 10,000 visitors from across the UK.
Goldsmiths' Company scholarship awarded to silversmith graduate

22 November 2010
The Goldsmiths’ Company has chosen silversmith Jennifer Grey, a graduate of Glasgow School of Art, to receive its first Royal College of Art Scholarship.
Retail Jeweller buyersguide.com launches

22 November 2010
The Retail Jeweller Buyer’s Guide has launched allowing retailers to search online for suppliers, products and brands.
Watch BBC video of RJ editor Laura McCreddie commenting on Royal ring

22 November 2010
Retail Jeweller editor Laura McCreddie was last week interviewed by the BBC about the possible impact of the engagement ring given to Catherine Middleton by Prince William on the jewellery industry. If you haven’t already, see the video here.
BJA award deadline draws near

15 November 2010
Entry deadline for 2011’s British Jewellers’ Association (BJA) Award is just around the corner.
Retail Jeweller editor Laura McCreddie to speak at Salon QP tomorrow

12 November 2010
Editor of Retail Jeweller Laura McCreddie will tomorrow speak at prestigious watch event Salon QP about the watchmakers of Clerkenwell.
The Jewellery Show 2011 confirms exciting additions to Design Quarter line-up

12 November 2010
The Jewellery Show has confirmed six more influential designers who will feature in the expanding Design Quarter.
Trollbeads introduce festive collection

12 November 2010
Trollbeads has embraced the festive season with a Christmas collection that combines creativity with tradition.
Helena Bonham Carter wears Stephen Webster at Harry Potter premiere

12 November 2010
British Actress Helena Bonham Carter wore a selection of Stephen Webster jewellery on the red carpet at the world premiere of the latest Harry Potter Film last night.
Cheryl Cole attends Pride of Britain Awards wearing Garrard jewellery

9 November 2010
Cheryl Cole turned heads last night at the Pride of Britain Awards wearing a selection of Garrard jewellery.
Swatch goes back to black with Chrono Black Collection

9 November 2010
Five new timepieces have entered the market, courtesy of the Chrono Black Collection by Swatch.
Out of Peru awarded for its ethics

8 November 2010
Silver brand Out of Peru has been given the Ethical Award by the Ethical Company Organisation and is donating pieces to charity auction.
Diamond Empowerment Fund charity evening takes place tonight

8 November 2010
The Diamond Empowerment Fund (DEF) benefit and auction takes place in London tonight, raising awareness and funds to empower economically disadvantaged people in African nations where diamonds are a vital natural resource.
Gc holds glam London event to celebrate Smart Luxury signature

5 November 2010
A select audience of international guests gathered at the Vinyl Factory Gallery in London’s West End to mark Swiss watch brand Gc’s inauguration of its new signature ‘Gc - Smart Luxury’ last night.
Elena Canter introduces more pieces

5 November 2010
Spanish designer Elena Canter has added some pieces to her collection, which is currently stocked at Liberty and independent stores across the UK.
Autore takes its pearls online

4 November 2010
Australian South Sea pearl and jewellery design company Autore has launched a new website so that visitors can gain insight into its pearl jewellery online.
Design magazine launches online shop of hard-to-find watches

4 November 2010
Design website Dezeen has launched online retail site the Dezeen Watch Store because watch stories on its website are the most popular.
Birmingham Assay Office on consumer campaign trail

4 November 2010
Throughout November and December the Birmingham Assay Office is running a consumer hallmarking campaign in the Midlands to help shoppers feel confident that they are getting what they pay for this Christmas.
Goldsmiths' Company's Getting Started open for applications

3 November 2010
The Goldsmiths’ Company’s business course Getting Started is celebrating its 30th year and is open for applications.
Survival international to protest for boycott of Botswana diamonds

2 November 2010
Survival International will tomorrow call for a boycott of Botswana diamonds, which the charity says is because of the Botswana Government’s treatment of the Kalahari bushmen.
PureJewels to sponsor Asian Wedding Exhibition

2 November 2010
Green Street retailer PureJewels will be the official headline sponsor at the Asian Wedding Exhibition in London, which takes place later this month.
Revised Hallmarking Dealers notice compulsory from January

1 November 2010
The revised Hallmarking Dealers Notice will be compulsory from January 1, 2011.
Designer creates earthquake inspired collection

1 November 2010
Holly Budge, of Spirit Midas, has launched a jewellery collection based on her recent experience of the 7.1 Richter earthquake, which hit Christchurch in New Zealand on September 4.
Argento to open first London store

1 November 2010
Retailer Argento is continuing its expansion with a store opening in London’s Brunswick Centre this month.
Myia Bonner wins EC One Unsigned competition

29 October 2010
Retailer EC One announced Myia Bonner as the winner of its new designer EC One Unsigned competition.
Birmingham School of Jewellery graduate wins Olympic coin challenge

28 October 2010
Birmingham City University graduate Jonathan Olliffe has won a national competition to design a commemorative coin celebrating the 2012 Olympics.
Inhorgenta reports strong exhibitor bookings and registration numbers for 2011

28 October 2010
The organisers of Inhorgenta 2011 have reported strong pre-event registration figures and booked exhibition space.
Alex Monroe supports charities with product launches

28 October 2010
Alex Monroe is busy this Autumn with charity related product launches, which will separately benefit an African community and The British Beekeepers Association (BBKA).
Steffan's the Jewellers to sponsor Sir Elton John concert

28 October 2010
Steffan’s the Jewellers will sponsor one of next year’s Sir Elton John concerts, which will take place at Northampton’s County Cricket Club (NCCC) on June 25.
Video: See Clogau Gold’s first TV ad

27 October 2010
Clogau Gold’s first television advert is now available to view.
Molly Brown hires new UK sales manager

26 October 2010
Girl’s jewellery brand Molly Brown has hired Jenny Alderton to head the Southern sales territory. Alderton’s previous roles were at Fraser Hart and Links of London.
Little 15 Jewellery and La Diosa collaborate to produce exclusive range

25 October 2010
Little 15 Jewellery has collaboration with luxury jewellery brand La Diosa to create and sell an exclusive Autumn/Winter 2010 range.
Rex Johnson Online wins NPA award

25 October 2010
Midland jeweller Rex Johnson Online has been named Independent Employer of the Year at the National Pawnbroking Association (NPA) Annual Awards.
Dame Helen Mirren wears Chopard at Red premiere

22 October 2010
Dame Helen Mirren wowed the crowds wearing sparkling Chopard jewellery at the UK premiere of her latest film Red last night.
Hamilton's latest offering celebrates its first LED digital watch

22 October 2010
Watch brand Hamilton is marking this, the 40th year of the world’s first LED watch, with its Hamilton Pulsomatic range.
Bulova UK appoints new marketing manager

22 October 2010
Watch brand Bulova UK has appointed Liam McAllister as product marketing manager, to further strengthen the company’s presence in the UK.
Trollbeads introduces Picasso jasper beads

22 October 2010
Trollbeads has introduced a limited edition collection of Picasso jasper beads.
Lorus Watches celebrates collaboration with The Blades

22 October 2010
Lorus Watches celebrated its sponsorship of civilian formation aerobatic display team The Blades by taking a group of buyers to spend the day with The Blades at the Sywell Aerodrome.
Brilliantly Birmingham is back for its 11th year

22 October 2010
International jewellery festival Brilliantly Birmingham returns this November, showcasing the city’s jewellery making.
The Birmingham Assay Office to support the Centrepiece exhibition

21 October 2010
The Birmingham Assay Office will be supporting the Centrepiece Christmas jewellery selling exhibition this year at Symphony Hall in Birmingham.
Coleman Douglas Pearls to auction pearl decorated wellies for charity

21 October 2010
Coleman Douglas Pearls has worked with Rockfish wellington boots to produce pearl-embellished wellies for the Wellies in Pearls collection, which will be auctioned in aid of the Too Many Women breast cancer charity.
Rox named winner of Small/Medium Online Retailer in Scottish awards

21 October 2010
Scottish diamond and watch specialist Rox has been named Small/Medium Online Retailer of the Year at the Scottish Retail Excellence Awards.
X Factor Finalists wear Links of London

20 October 2010
A number of the X Factor finalists were wearing Links of London items as they battled it out on stage at the live shows last weekend.
Amelia Bainbridge appointed as Argent of London marketing director

20 October 2010
Argent of London has appointed Amelia Bainbridge to the board as marketing director.
Molly Brown London to launch in Japan

20 October 2010
Girls’ jewellery brand Molly Brown London is launching in three Sayegusa children’s department stores in Tokyo, marking its expansion into the Far East.
Baby G concession launches in flagship Topshop store

20 October 2010
Baby G has launched a concession in the flagship Topshop store on Oxford Street where the watch brand will be able to reach its key demographic consumers.
Clogau Gold supports retailers with Xmas TV ad

18 October 2010
Clogau Gold is expanding its marketing reach and supporting retailers with its first television advert, which will be shown between November 8 and December 19.
Harry Winston launches latest advertising campaign

18 October 2010
Harry Winston will be running a new print advertising campaign that celebrates the personal, meaningful moments of customers’ lives, from November 2011.
More gem course dates announced

18 October 2010
AnchorCert Independent Diamond Certification Service is following up the success of its recent diamonds and coloured gemstones training courses by adding two more dates in 2011.
Storm presents its latest offerings

13 October 2010
Storm has launched a plethora of pieces, from its colour-fuelled Pop X watches to the elegant but fun Pixie charm watch.
Blacklock Jewellery collaborates with Laura Jayne Strand

13 October 2010
Blacklock Jewellery has collaborated with jewellery designer Laura Jayne Strand to create a diamond and Tahitian pearl pendant as part of the Xanadu collection.
Casio G-Shock introduces Premium G collection

13 October 2010
Casio G-Shock has introduced the Premium G collection, which upholds the brand’s focus on high standards of engineering and rigorous testing.
House of Fraser gives its jewellery counters a make-over

12 October 2010
Department store House of Fraser has revamped its jewellery counters to make statement jewellery more prominent and to make the store “the ultimate jewellery destination”.
Finalists of EC One competition chosen via Facebook

11 October 2010
Retailer EC One has announced the finalists of its EC One Unsigned competition, voted for by supporters via EC One’s Facebook page.
Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair attendance reflects business recovery

11 October 2010
Attendance at the September Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair was the strongest it has been for several years, signifying the emergence of businesses from the recession.
Bransom sponsors a free place at IRV Conference

8 October 2010
Sharon Lee from Norwich attended a weekend of speeches, workshops and dinners at The National Association of Goldsmiths’ (NAG) Institute of Registered Valuers (IRV) Conference for free after winning sponsorship from Bransom.
World's most expensive Barbie to be auctioned

8 October 2010
Fine jewellery designer Stefano Canturi has produced a custom designed Barbie featuring a vivid pink diamond to be auctioned at Christie’s in New York in support of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Kiki McDonough products available at Matches.com

6 October 2010
Jeweller Kiki McDonough’s latest collection is now available to consumers at luxury online boutique Matches.com.
Trollbeads' collection supports Cancer Research UK

6 October 2010
Trollbeads is supporting Cancer Research UK with its exclusive collection of Empowerment Beads.
Assay Office London prepares for Fakes & Forgeries Seminar

6 October 2010
Places can now be booked on the Assay Office London’s Fakes & Forgeries Seminar.
Second week of Goldsmiths' Fair gets underway

5 October 2010
A second group of leading and up-and-coming jewellers and silversmiths will feature during week two of the Goldsmiths’ Fair 2010, which launches today.
Trollbeads creates gothic skeleton piece

5 October 2010
Trollbeads has embraced the gothic with its limited edition Skeleton necklace.
Basketball star named as Tissot international ambassador

1 October 2010
Tissot has announced French professional basketball player Tony Parker as one of its global ambassadors.
McKenzie introduces charm watches

1 October 2010
McKenzie has launched its charm watch, extending its selection of composable jewellery.
Boxing clever: Stock management

October 2010
Analysing trends, market conditions and sales data will put you on the path to effective stock management. Kate Donovan reports
Decent proposals: Engagements

October 2010
Just sometimes, a diamond ring casts its spell and you’re treated to an in-store marriage proposal. Make sure the champagne is on ice for that special occasion, says Kate Donovan
Charity dog tag necklace available online

29 September 2010
Designer Claudia Bradby has created a charity dog tag necklace in support of Canine Partners.
Fossil president to step into Signet CEO role

29 September 2010
Signet CEO Terry Burman will be succeeded by Fossil president Mike Barnes.
Cred introduces Fair Trade bridal jewellery

29 September 2010
Fair Trade jewellery brand Cred has entered the bridal market with its collection of wedding bands and engagement rings.
Designers proud to be on display at prestigious Goldsmiths' Fair 2010

28 September 2010
Jewellers and silversmiths on show at the opening day of Goldsmiths’ Fair 2010 were delighted to be exhibiting at the prestigious event.
Dower & Hall celebrates 20 years with VIP guests

28 September 2010
Dan Dower and Diane Hall, founders of Dower & Hall, hosted their 20th anniversary party at their Princes Square store in Glasgow last week.
Tateossian graduate winner to be announced at exclusive event

27 September 2010
The winning graduate of the Tateossian Central Saint Martin’s competition has been decided and will be announced on November 22 at an event hosted at Christie’s.
Weir & Sons and Dower & Hall sign up for Pursuit software

17 September 2010
Retailers Weir & Sons and Dower & Hall are among the latest to install Pursuit networked sales and management software networks.
Westwood Rocks plans store opening in Bath

17 September 2010
Westwood Rocks is opening its third store within 12 months, continuing its ambitious plans for growth.
Zeon partners with Vivienne Westwood on watch collection

17 September 2010
Zeon has signed a worldwide licensing agreement with British luxury fashion brand Vivienne Westwood to design, market and distribute a collection of watches under the Vivienne Westwood brand name.
Director of Lebeado clinches entrepreneur award

15 September 2010
Lebeado director Kate Watkin was announced as winner of the Entrepreneur of the Year Award category at the Specsavers Every Woman in Retail Awards last night.
Diamonds and Pearls rebrands as Victoria and plans aggressive growth

15 September 2010
The accessories, jewellery and gift retailer has rebranded as Victoria and has plans for numerous store openings before Christmas.
Upper Street Dinny Hall raided for second time in 18 months

13 September 2010
Dinny Hall in Upper Street, London, has been raided for the second time in 18 months.
Clogau Gold enters Asian market with airline listings

13 September 2010
Clogau Gold has entered the Asian market with airline listings with both China Airlines and Dragon Air.
Tube strike did not stop serious buyers attending IJL

8 September 2010
Visitor numbers to International Jewellery London (IJL) were down yesterday due to the tube strike action but the disruptions did not prevent important orders being taken and relationships being forged, according to exhibitors.
Fresh design talent impresses on the first day of IJL

6 September 2010
International Jewellery London (IJL) opened at Earls Court yesterday with an 11% increase in exhibitors and a positive reaction from retailers, designers and suppliers.
Retailers advised to explore story behind brands

6 September 2010
Retailers have been urged to look beyond a brand name and icon to the story behind the products at International Jewellery London (IJL).
Alice in Wonderland continues to influence at IJL

6 September 2010
Bold colours and the fantasy embodied in Alice in Wonderland were just some of the trends making an appearance on the stands at International Jewellery London (IJL) yesterday.
So Jewellery launches latest freshwater pearl designs

1 September 2010
So Jewellery is adding two designs of silver set with fresh water pearls to its pearl jewellery range this autumn.
So Jewellery helps John Lewis in Kingston celebrate 20 years of trading

1 September 2010
So Jewellery will be supporting John Lewis in Kingston when the department store celebrates its 20th anniversary of trading.
All's fair at work: Disabilities

September 2010
Accessibility is just one of the issues employers should be thinking about when accommodating staff with disabilities in the workplace. Kate Donovan investigates
The gift of giving: Staff rewards

September 2010
Never underestimate the power of a pat on the back - simple reward and recognition measures can boost employee productivity and overall profits. Kate Donovan reports
Industry will be urged to use Fairtrade and Fairmined gold at IJL

27 August 2010
The jewellery industry will be urged to use Fairtrade and Fairmined gold to do its bit towards improving the lives of disadvantaged miners and their communities at an International Jewellery London (IJL) debate.
Dower & Hall launches Liberty Winter Bloom collection

26 August 2010
Dower & Hall is celebrating its 20th anniversary with the creation of its Liberty art fabric-inspired Odaline collection, exclusive to Liberty.
Linde Werdelin makes first foray into women's watches

24 August 2010
Watch brand Linde Werdelin has delved into new territory with the launch of its first women’s watch.
Clogau Gold prepares for brochure launch

24 August 2010
Clogau Gold is set to launch its Autumn and Winter 2010 brochure, featuring its new brand image, this September.
Gabriella Cilmi wears Raymond Weil watch in latest video

23 August 2010
Australian-Italian singer-songwriter Gabriella Cilmi can be seen wearing the Raymond Weil Ladies Freelancer watch in her latest music video Defender.
The botanical and fashionable combine with the Amarna collection

18 August 2010
Fashion jewellery collection Amarna has a botanical focus incorporating three themes: From the Earth; From the Sea and From the Heart.
Trollbeads introduces Zodiac beads and glass bead kits

17 August 2010
The 12 signs of the zodiac have been given the Trollbeads treatment for the company’s autumn collection.
Casio vamps up its fashion fix

17 August 2010
Casio’s latest fashion offering are some vibrant, on trend additions to its core ranges.
Casio welcomes some new faces

17 August 2010
Casio has added to established collections with its Winter 2010 models, which join the Edifice and Pro Trek collections.
Jewellery raid at Royal Exchange could have been 'inside job'

16 August 2010
The smash-and-grab raid on De Beers and Omega, which took place at the Royal Exchange shopping centre on Saturday night, may have been an inside job according to a former Scotland Yard commander.
Tateossian supports Terrence Higgins trust with charity bracelet

13 August 2010
Tateossian is supporting HIV and sexual health charity Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) for World AIDS Day by producing a limited edition unisex bracelet.
Nomination in the running for two awards

9 August 2010
Jewellery brand Nomination has been short-listed as Best Fashion Retailer and Best Accessory at Company magazine’s Fashion Awards.
Mounir embraces autumn look

9 August 2010
Mounir has launched its sophisticated autumn look incorporating autumnal hues and focusing on volume.
Kimberley Process agreement will enable Marange diamond exports

9 August 2010
The Kimberley Process has reached an agreement that will enable the renewal of rough diamond exports from the Marange diamond fields in Zimbabwe.
Autore introduces Doge Palace Reflection Ring

9 August 2010
Autore has added this Doge Palace Reflection Ring to its Venezia collection.
Carol Smillie and daughter to star in Ortak campaign

3 August 2010
Scottish television presenter Carol Smillie and her daughter Christie Knight have been signed up to front Ortak’s new Autumn/Winter 2010 campaign.
NAG chief exec accepts honorary IofAM president role

2 August 2010
The National Association of Goldsmiths’ (NAG) chief executive Michael Hoare has accepted an honorary role as the president of the Institute Association Management (IofAM) at the Annual General Meeting, which took place in July.
The Birmingham Assay Office's Celebration of Silver is a success

2 August 2010
The Celebration of Silver event staged by the Birmingham Assay Office proved popular at the recent Antiques for Everyone show at the NEC.
Old Spitalfields jewellery market to draw visitors throughout August

2 August 2010
Eclectic East London market Old Spitalfields will be home to a large jewellery market every Tuesday throughout August.
Garrard presents sterling silver cup to Royal Thames Yacht Club

2 August 2010
Garrard has made and unveiled The Royal Thames Cup to be awarded to the winner of the Round the Island Race.
A very multichannel Christmas

August 2010
It may not be a white Christmas this year but, if you are to maximise festive sales, it should certainly be an online Christmas. Kate Donovan reports
Guess Watches expands its range of men's watches

29 July 2010
Guess Watches has launched four new divisions in its men’s series.
Damiani enters partnership with Galliano

29 July 2010
The Damiani Group has entered a partnership with fashion brand Galliano to develop a jewellery range that reflects the style synonymous with the famous fashion house.
Stephen Webster expands in US with planned Rodeo Drive opening

27 July 2010
Jewellery brand Stephen Webster is opening a flagship US store on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills.
Pixie Lott wears Baby G watch in latest video

27 July 2010
Pop star Pixie Lott can be seen sporting the Baby G MSG-300 watch in her new video.
Widdop Bingham offers open house

26 July 2010
Widdop Bingham is opening its four showrooms at its headquarters in North Manchester for anyone who misses out on seeing its giftwear products at Autumn Fair.
EC One launches Unsigned design competition

23 July 2010
Retailer EC One is launching its first graduate design awards called Unsigned.
Richard Mille's colours parade at the Le Mans Classic car event

21 July 2010
As the main partner of the fifth edition Le Mans Classic car event, Richard Mille attended the Le Mans circuit to share his love of motor racing.
British Hallmarking Council launches website

21 July 2010
The British Hallmarking Council (BHC) has launched a website, which sets out the key facts about hallmarking in the UK and details the activities and members of the council.
SaferGems helps retrieve ring

20 July 2010
SaferGems has helped a jeweller in South East London recover an eternity ring.
So Jewellery tightens its terms in relation to online retailers

12 July 2010
So Jewellery is changing its Terms and Conditions to state that retailers must have prior written consent from the company before they engage in any online sales of So Jewellery products.
Cox & Berry launches Berry collection

9 July 2010
Cox & Power will introduce its Berry collection in October 2010.
Links of London to launch viral gnome campaign

9 July 2010
Links of London is embarking on a viral campaign where the internet will be used to spread the word about strategically placed coloured gnomes, which when located could secure the finder a reward.
IWC Schaffhausen to partner Vintage at Goodwood

9 July 2010
IWC Schaffhausen will be the official partner of the Vintage at Goodwood festival, which runs from August 13 to 15.
Hiho raises over £7,700 for Help for Heroes

8 July 2010
Somerset based jewellery company Hiho has raised over £7,700 for Help for Heroes in just six months through sales of its specially designed Heroes range.
NAG to launch online training courses at IJL

7 July 2010
The National Association of Goldsmiths (NAG) plans to launch its training courses online with a champagne reception at this year’s International Jewellery London (IJL) show in September.
Romancing the stone: Gemstone focus

July 2010
Gemstone jewellery continues to lure customers, but it doesn’t always sell itself. Learning a little more about your gemstone offering can make all the difference, writes Kate Donovan
Girl group The Saturdays wear Ice-Watches for video

29 June 2010
The five members of girl group The Saturdays each wore a different colour of the silicon Ice-Watches while recently filming the video for their new release, Missing You.
Industry mourns death of "the saviour of Swiss watchmaking" Swatch founder Nicolas Hayek

29 June 2010
The watch industry has been paying tribute today to Nicolas Hayek, chairman and delegate of the board of directors of the Swatch Group, who suffered heart failure while at work yesterday.
Deco from Julie Sandlau combines classic and vintage

28 June 2010
The Deco Collection from Julie Sandlau made from black onyx and cubic zirconia will soon be available in the UK.
Goldmajor introduces classic amber trio

28 June 2010
Goldmajor has introduced a classic trio of bracelet, earrings and pendant made from mosaic cognac amber, nestling in sterling silver.
Argent of London gets colourful for summer

28 June 2010
Getting in the summer sprit, Argent of London has launched its brightly coloured enamel and sterling silver range of stacking rings and bangles.
Obaku Harmony collaborates with celebrities to support refugee charity

28 June 2010
Watch brand Obaku Harmony by Ingersoll has teamed up with British celebrities including Jade Jagger, Yasmin Le Bon, Sadie Frost and Jo Wood to createa range of Obaku Harmony Obaku-Refugee watch dial designs for charity.
Jewellers prepare for 20% VAT rise

22 June 2010
Retailers are unsurprised by today’s Budget announcement from chancellor George Osborne that VAT is to be increased to 20% from January 4.
So Jewellery's Spheres Collection shortlisted for Giftware Association award

21 June 2010
So Jewellery’s Spheres Pendants collection has been shortlisted for the Gift of the Year 2010 Award by the Giftware Association.
Cartier offers placements to students at the Birmingham Jewellery School

18 June 2010
Luxury Jewellery brand Cartier, which is part of Richemont, has offered students at the School of Jewellery at Birmingham City University work placements, as well as providing assistance with studio and equipment.
Trollbeads launches earrings that consumers can customise

15 June 2010
Danish design company Trollbeads has launched an earring range, which allows individuals to create their own look by combining and layering accessories on earring hooks.
Kiki McDonough to launch e-commerce website

14 June 2010
Designer Kiki McDonough’s new e-commerce website will go live June 25, allowing customers to view and buy a specially selected collection of her jewellery.
Michele launches Tahitian Jelly Bean collection

14 June 2010
Michele has launched its Tahitian Jelly Bean sporty watch collection.
IJL announces its 2010 KickStarters

14 June 2010
International Jewellery London (IJL) has announced the designers to feature in the KickStarters bursary scheme for 2010.
Argent of London launches knitted silver range

10 June 2010
Argent of London has launched its knitted silver range.
Commemorative design is first item hallmarked at The WB Group's Sub-Assay Office

10 June 2010
A commemorative platinum and diamond pendant designed by Manoj Parmar was the first piece of jewellery to be hallmarked at The WB Group’s recently opened Sub-Assay Office.
Industry urged to get behind London Jewellery Week

10 June 2010
Retailers and designers taking part in London Jewellery Week events have urged other jewellery professionals to get behind the jewellery-dedicated week to ensure its future success.
Silversmiths attend the launch of British Silver Week in Birmingham

10 June 2010
Silversmiths from across Britain attended the launch event of British Silver Week, which took place at St Pauls Gallery in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter on June 7.
CL Edwards & Sons to distribute Acctim products

7 June 2010
Branded clock design company Acctim has chosen CL Edwards & Sons to distribute its products to the UK independent jewellery sector.
Frederique Constant official Peking to Paris Motor Challenge timekeeper

7 June 2010
Frederique Constant has been named the official timekeeper of the Peking to Paris Motor Challenge, which will take place September 10 to October 16, 2010.
Latest Jada range hails from Istanbul

7 June 2010
Jada has launched its Fair trade gemstone and precious metal collection designed by Ceyda Gungor.
Intellectual property rights initiative to be promoted at IJL

4 June 2010
The Promoting Intellectual Property Rights (PIPR) initiative will launch at the International Jewellery London (IJL) 2010 trade show in September to help protect jewellers’ designs.
Finalists of Supplier of the Year UK Jewellery Awards category announced

3 June 2010
The supplier shortlist for the UK Jewellery Awards has been announced and tables are selling quickly.
Ingersoll 2010 product launch ties in with brand revamp

2 June 2010
Ingersoll has launched its latest collection of timepieces for 2010, which is part of the brand’s “rejuvenation”.
Kabiri robbery update: jeweller suggests items stolen to order

25 May 2010
As reported yesterday by Retail Jeweller, Kabiri’s Marylebone High Street store was the latest London jewellery store to be targeted by armed thieves in a robbery, which took place on Sunday.
Nicholas James to host Jewellery Week events

25 May 2010
Nicholas James will showcase its Embrace collection during Jewellery Week, June 7 to 13.
GIA London to host open day for London Jewellery Week

19 May 2010
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) London will host an open day on June 11 at the GIA London campus to commemorate London Jewellery Week.
European demand for platinum and palladium buoyed by bridal market

17 May 2010
Demand for platinum and palladium in Europe was buoyed in 2009 by their increasing popularity as metals used to produce wedding bands.
Celebrity shine

June 2010
Celebrity endorsements have the potential to add sparkle to a brand or leave it tarnished. Kate Donovan explores the pros and pitfalls of taking on a famous face
Daisy launches online stacking ring design tool for consumers

14 May 2010
Daisy has launched an online tool that allows consumers to select stackable rings and preview how they will look together before buying.
Results for Inspiring Independents are in

13 May 2010
The results are in for the Inspiring Independents competition so make sure you check out the list next week in the magazine and online.
Prestons of Bolton joins CMJ

12 May 2010
Prestons of Bolton has joined buying group The Company of Master Jewellers.
Jewellery sales boost Bulgari profits and Basel pays off

11 May 2010
Improved market conditions have led to a higher profitability for Bulgari in the first quarter of 2010, with jewellery sales increasing by 11%.
Damiani expands internationally with boutique openings in Singapore and Lebanon

11 May 2010
Damiani is expanding internationally with the opening of boutiques in Singapore and Lebanon.
Storm to run online charity auction

11 May 2010
Watch brand Storm is running an online charity auction, which will allow two consumers to obtain one of two one-off vintage timepieces, and will provide retailers with an additional selling aid.
Kabiri introduces New York Metalskin designs

10 May 2010
Kabiri will exclusively distribute the US Metalskin contemporary jewellery designs in the UK.
Birmingham Assay Office to display silver at Antiques for Everyone

10 May 2010
As part of the Antiques for Everyone silver anniversary celebrations The Birmingham Assay Office will be showing important pieces from its private silver collection.
Bell & Ross introduces the BR02 diving watches

5 May 2010
Bell & Ross has launched the BR02 collection of diving watches
Jewellery stolen in Westfield Centre raid

5 May 2010
Early this morning a gang raided branches of De Beers and Tiffany & Co in the Westfield Centre in London and stole hundreds of thousands of pounds worth of jewellery.
Winner of Trollbeads Lucky Knot bead receives her prize

5 May 2010
Trollbeads has announced Eva Smithers of Sanderstead in Croydon as the first winner of a Lucky Knot bead worth £264 in its Chinese Collection competition.
Tateossian debuts Rare Stone Capsule collection at Las Vegas shop

5 May 2010
Tateossian’s Rare Stone Capsule collection will be available for the first time in the Fred Leighton store in Las Vegas.
Simon Carter in Mayfair exceeds sales expectations by 25%

29 April 2010
Sales at Simon Carter’s Mayfair shop have been 25% higher than expected in its first year and the shop has been in profit from its first month.
Argos to update its jewellery displays

29 April 2010
Argos plans to update is jewellery displays to reflect its new brand identity.
Alex Monroe launches bicycle designs for Fight for Sight

27 April 2010
Alex Monroe has launched a set of designs for the Fight for Sight charity.
Stephen Webster launches site to cement global status

27 April 2010
Luxury jewellery brand Stephen Webster has officially launched a website that encompasses the brand’s style and cements its international status.
Second Indo Euro Summit set to unite Indian and European jewellery industries

26 April 2010
The second Indo Euro Jewellery Summit is set to attract new segments of the European jewellery retail market.
Babette Wasserman designs volcano-inspired cufflinks

23 April 2010
Inspired by the recent volcanic activity in Iceland, jeweller Babette Wasserman has designed two sets of limited edition cufflinks.
Trollbeads launches its Debut and Style collections

21 April 2010
Trollbeads has launched its Debut and Style bracelet collections, which are set to make an impact this Spring/Summer season.
Birmingham Assay Office to host workshops during London Jewellery Week

21 April 2010
The Birmingham Assay Office will host three workshops and Jewellery Clinics during the Treasure Exhibition as part of London Jewellery Week.
Birmingham jewellers reminded of hallmark obligations

20 April 2010
Trading Standards at Birmingham City Council has warned Asian buyers in the city to be cautious about the quality of the gold jewellery they are buying, and has conducted a number of visits to retail jewellers in Birmingham to remind them of their hallmarking obligations.
Graff robbery trial begins

20 April 2010
The trial of those accused of the armed robbery of Graff jeweller’s New Bond Street store, in which £40 million of jewellery was stolen, kicked off yesterday.
A Jewel Veronika launches in UK to selected retailers

19 April 2010
A Jewel Veronika, the distributor of pendants, miniature charms and earrings produced by Alfa Jewel in St Petersburg in Russia, is launching in the UK to a limited number of retail jewellers.
Dinny Hall showcases popular designs at John Lewis

16 April 2010
British jewellery brand Dinny Hall is now available in 12 John Lewis department stores, expanding its customer base in the UK.
More gold was recycled than mined in the first quarter of 2009

16 April 2010
More gold was recycled than mined in the first quarter of last year for the first time on record, and the price of gold continues its steep increase.
Collaborations at Blacklock Jewellery coincide with rebrand

14 April 2010
Blacklock Jewellery has collaborated with designers Sophia Chalklen and Laura Strand to create two ready-to-wear fine jewellery collections, coinciding with the launch of the jeweller's new e-commerce website.
Additional sales representative appointed at Widdop Bingham

14 April 2010
Giftware supplier Widdop Bingham is recruiting an extra regional representative to its existing 11-strong team of sales representatives.
Grenchen Time appointed as UK and ROI Porsche Design Timepieces distributor

13 April 2010
Grenchen Time has been appointed as the UK and Republic of Ireland sole distributor for Porsche Design timepieces.
Ribbon and Roses website launches

13 April 2010
The newly launched website www.ribbonandroses.com features a range of exclusive jewellery, clothing and homeware.
Signet has appointed Ronald Ristau as its chief financial officer

13 April 2010
Ronald Ristau will take up the appointment as Signet’s chief financial officer with effect from June 26, 2010.
First women-only watches by Yvan Arpa for Artya

7 April 2010
The Coup de Foudre collection from Artya includes the first women-only watches designed by Yvan Arpa.
Tiffany disputes eBay decision

6 April 2010
Tiffany & Co. has criticised the decision by the US Court of Appeals that eBay has not facilitated trademark infringement by allowing the sale of counterfeit Tiffany products on its site.
De Grisogono launches special edition Instrumento N° Uno watches to mark 10 years

6 April 2010
For its 10th birthday de Grisogono is launching special edition coloured versions of the Instrumento N° Uno watch.
Joule opens in Hampstead Village

29 March 2010
The new Hampstead village shop from Joule Jewellers opened its doors to the press on Friday with a champagne and diamonds party.
British Jewellery Week to launch at Furr & Co

18 March 2010
The first British Jewellery Week will take place from June 16 with the national tour beginning at jewellery retailer Furr & Co in Berkshire.
Baselworld opens its doors to 100,000 buyers

18 March 2010
Watch and jewellery extravaganza Baselworld has opened its doors today and will feature 1,915 exhibitors and be attended by nearly 100,000 buyers.
Fairtrade and Fairmined gold standards launch

17 March 2010
Fairtrade Labelling Organisations International (FLO) and the Alliance for Responsible Mining (ARM) have launched a third party independent certification for gold.
Bulgari jewellery and watch sales fall in 2009

16 March 2010
Jewellery sales at Bulgari fell by 14.4% in 2009 while sales of watches fell by 24.5% as the luxury goods company reported that sales last year were still being influenced by the economic downturn.
Jewellers are making the most of the rise of spinel

16 March 2010
Spinel could be the hot trend of 2010 and beyond, and retail jewellers should be looking to stock more pieces using the gemstone, according to a Swiss gem expert.
Two directors leave Hamilton & Inches

16 March 2010
Two senior directors have left Edinburgh and London-based jeweller and silversmith Hamilton & Inches to “pursue other interests”.
High buyer and exhibitor numbers at Hong Kong Jewellery Show mark growth in retail confidence

11 March 2010
Buyer numbers were up 9% to 32,000 at the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, marking a growth in retail confidence.
Beaverbrooks named third best company to work for

7 March 2010
Beaverbrooks the Jewellers has come third in The Sunday Times Best Companies to Work For survey.
Jewellery shop owner awarded for bravery in armed attack

2 March 2010
Charmian Beaton, Don Beaton and Andy Blair have been awarded an area commanders' certificate of merit for bravery after they took on a gunman as he tried to rob contemporary jewellers Charmian Beaton Design.
Tateossian celebrates 20 years by reinventing classics

2 March 2010
Tateossian is celebrating 20 years of design by reinventing some of its classic pieces in its The Best Of limited edition collection.
CL Edwards & Sons bought from Signet Group by management team

1 March 2010
The management team at CL Edwards & Sons has bought the company from the Signet Group.
Jewellery by Design named most loved jewellers

1 March 2010
Jewellery by Design in Hitchin has been named as the most loved jewellers in the UK in a survey by TheBestOf.
Weak eBay sales prompt Ancient and Modern Jewellers to launch site

1 March 2010
Sales via eBay for retailer Ancient and Modern Jewellers were down 40% from last year in December and January, prompting it to launch its own online auction site.
City prepares for London Jewellery Week

26 February 2010
Events at London Jewellery Week will support new designers, feature established names and provide insight into two of London’s traditional jewellery quarters.
Sotheby's to auction 5.16 ct blue De Beers diamond

26 February 2010
Sotheby's has put a 5.16 carat De Beers blue diamond ring on sale in Hong Kong, which has been estimated to fetch up to £3.8m at auction.
Jewellers urged to extend opening hours and trade online

25 February 2010
Retail jewellers should extend their opening hours and get themselves a transactional online site, according to a major buying group chief executive.
Graff opens its first store in mainland China

25 February 2010
Graff has opened its first shop in mainland China extending the company’s presence in the Asian market.
De Grisogono on the catwalk at Naomi Campbell’s Haiti relief fashion show

24 February 2010
Pixie Geldof, Freddie Flintoff and Jo Wood were among the celebrities wearing de Grisogono pieces at Naomi Campbell’s Fashion For Relief charity fashion show for Haiti.
Ortak launches range to support Maggie's Cancer Caring Centres

24 February 2010
Scottish jewellery designer and manufacturer Ortak has launched its Maggie’s collection to help raise money for Maggie’s Cancer Caring Centres.
Gemfields discovers 6,225 carat rough emerald

24 February 2010
Gemfields has discovered a 6,225 carat rough emerald at its Kagem mine in Zambia.
F Hinds Sovereign Centre staff clinch safety award

24 February 2010
Staff at F Hinds at the Sovereign Shopping Centre in Weston-super-Mare recently received an annual safety award.
Daisy Jewellery at the Brit Awards

24 February 2010
Daisy Jewellery was just one of the brands being worn at the Brit Awards by a host of celebrity trend setters.
Inhorgenta Europe 2010 reports higher visitor numbers and happy exhibitors

24 February 2010
Inhorgenta Europe 2010 received almost 15% more visitors than the 2009 show and exhibitors reported a productive few days.
Porsche Design launches its P’6530

24 February 2010
Porsche Design has re-issued its classic 1980 titanium chronograph in the shape of the new P’6530.
Online auction sites cause concern around lack of hallmark

18 February 2010
The sale of non-hallmarked jewellery items on some online social auction sites is a pressing concern for the industry, according to Birmingham Assay Office chief executive and assay master Michael Allchin.
Tateossian to debut at London Fashion Week in Elliott J Frieze Show

17 February 2010
Tateossian will collaborate with British designer Elliott J Frieze at London Fashion Week.
Tiffany & Co launches its latest bridal jewellery

15 February 2010
Tiffany & Co has launched a new range of bridal jewellery, which includes engagement rings and celebratory gifts.
Despite a stronger second half of 2009 De Beers remains cautious in 2010

12 February 2010
Following a stronger second half of 2009, De Beers anticipates a steady recovery of the diamond industry in 2010 but will continue to take a cautious approach to production, sales and cost management.
Police issue CCTV footage of knifepoint robbery

12 February 2010
Police have issued CCTV footage and an artist's impression of suspects wanted in connection with a robbery that took place at a City jewellers last Wednesday by knifepoint.
Enter the 2010 UK Jewellery Awards now

11 February 2010
The 2010 UK Jewellery Awards have been revamped and are now open for entries with even more categories for you to enter.
Buyers and exhibitors upbeat at The Jewellery Show

11 February 2010
The atmosphere at The Jewellery Show at Spring Fair was upbeat as both exhibitors and buyers enjoyed trading and networking in the glamorous jewellery-dedicated environment.
Signet jewellers launch pop-up shops for Valentine’s Day

11 February 2010
Signet Group jewellers Ernest Jones and H Samuel are taking advantage of the Valentine’s Day rush on jewellery by opening pop-up stores in London train stations.
Clogau Gold launches personalised locket and charm products

11 February 2010
Taking personalised jewellery to the next level Clogau Gold has launched its Inner Charm collection, which allows the consumer to have some control of their locket design.
Protestors demonstrate outside Tiffany & Co

5 February 2010
Protestors from Survival International made a stand outside Tiffany & Co stores in London, San Francisco, Madrid, Paris and Berlin. The protesters claim that the international jeweller funds water boreholes for game animals on Bushman land where the people are forbidden access to their own borehole.
Damiani and Sharon Stone collaborate to launch charitable collection

4 February 2010
The Maji collection, co-designed by actress Sharon Stone and Damiani, is a unisex offering of engagement rings and bands, tennis bracelets, pendants and earrings.
Jewellery Show pre-registration up 15%

2 February 2010
The Jewellery Show has reported that visitor pre-registration is 15% up on last year and that jewellery buyer the Houlden Group will once again be present at the show following a 20 year absence.
Jewellers advised to use music ombudsman

1 February 2010
Jewellery retailers may be unaware that an ombudsman has been set up allowing them to complain if they believe they have been unfairly treated by the Performing Rights Society (PRS), or to seek guidance, when paying to legally play music in their shop.
Jewellers advised to protect their brand with a trade mark

29 January 2010
Jewellers are among those putting their brand at risk by failing to register a trade mark.
Nick Ede and Hiho launch second collaboration

25 January 2010
Style expert and television presenter Nick Ede has teamed up with Hiho to create a jewellery collection called Love Letters.
Which? Money report highlights pitfalls of TV gold for money exchanges

22 January 2010
Companies that encourage people to sell their unwanted gold via the post are offering consumers bad value and should be avoided, according to consumer watchdog Which? Money.
Swatch Group emerges from 2009 in “excellent shape”

21 January 2010
The Swatch Group has reported an improvement in sales towards the end of 2009 and expects growth in 2010.
Boom in fob watch sales since release of Sherlock Holmes

21 January 2010
Jewellers have reported a sudden increase in enquires about fob watches since Guy Richie’s movie Sherlock Holmes hit the cinema screens.
Richemont Q3 sales boosted by luxury buying

21 January 2010
Sales of Cartier watches have contributed to Richemont’s better-than-expected sales over the Christmas period as people increase their spend on luxuries.
Clogau Gold to launch new range at the Jewellery Show

20 January 2010
Clogau Gold is unveiling its new “more contemporary” collection at Spring Fair International 2010 in Birmingham.
The Birmingham Assay Office opens to the public

20 January 2010
On three upcoming dates the Birmingham Assay Office will open its doors to the general public and offer limited places on its Silver Collection Visits programme.
The Fashion and Textile Museum and Clothes Show London launch award for young accessory designer

20 January 2010
The Fashion and Textile Museum is working in partnership with the Clothes Show London to launch a Young Accessory Designer of the Year competition.
Online jewellery e-register reaches £1bn of jewellery

11 January 2010
The secure online jewellery database e-register now has £1 billion of jewellery registered on it.
Love Hearts collection launches at Selfridges

8 January 2010
The Love Hearts jewellery collection from CW Sellors in Derbyshire is being stocked in Selfridges.
Links of London CEO denies flotation speculation

6 January 2010
Links of London CEO Andrew Marshall has said that press reports speculating on the possible float of the jewellery chain are “pure media and financial industry speculation”.
Bransom and GfK offer jewellers access to market intelligence

6 January 2010
Bransom Retail Systems and GfK Retail and Technology UK have joined forces to offer jewellers the opportunity to receive valuable market intelligence on the industry.
Icecool Diamonds launches website for investment diamonds

6 January 2010
Icecool Diamonds has launched a website for investment diamonds and bespoke diamond jewellery.
RJC Certification System now fully operational

6 January 2010
The Responsible Jewellery Council's (RJC) Certification System is now fully operational to certify its members for responsible ethical, social and environmental practices throughout the diamond and gold jewellery supply chain.
LeJu pieces to be sold at the Royal Academy of Arts

5 January 2010
Pieces from LeJu, the vegetable ivory jewellers, will be sold at the Royal Academy of Arts for a select time period where they will complement a Van Gogh exhibition.
Palladium hallmark becomes compulsory

5 January 2010
The UK hallmark for palladium has been made a legal requirement for all articles of the precious metal weighing more than 1 gram.
New York Christie’s sale demonstrates strength of diamond market

14 December 2009
The combined total for Christie’s New York Jewels and Magnificent Jewels from a Distinguished Private Collector sale was £15,474,414, compounding the strength of the diamond market despite continuing financial concerns.
Clogau Gold's Ben Roberts named Bangor University Business Person of the Year

9 December 2009
Clogau Gold managing director Ben Roberts, has been named Bangor University Business Person of the Year. Roberts also predicted that continuing economic challenges will make next year 'interesting'.
Pursuit becomes an approved Company of Master Jewellers supplier

8 December 2009
The Company of Master Jewellers has made jewellery retail sales, stock control and management software specialist Pursuit, an approved supplier.
IDI posts more YouTube footage as part of social media marketing

23 September 2009
The Israel Diamond Institute Group of Companies (IDI) has launched a second round of YouTube videos as part of its social media marketing campaign.
Updated diploma launches with Christmas message

23 September 2009
The re-launched and updated Professional Jeweller Diploma was the topic of conversation at the NAG’s Christmas themed IJL stand.
Clogau Gold creates 2010 Ryder Cup range

23 September 2009
Clogau Gold is creating a range of jewellery and luxury giftware in association with the 2010 Ryder Cup.
Folli Follie opens concession in House of Fraser

22 September 2009
Folli Follie is opening its first ever concession store in House of Fraser, Belfast which marks the beginning of further expansion plans in the UK.
Casio launches Formula One inspired timepiece

22 September 2009
Casio has created a motorsport-inspired Edifice watch that should appeal to fans of the sport.
AstleyClarke.com re-launches website and opens refurbished showroom

22 September 2009
AstleyClarke.com has re-launched with three newly established jewellery departments.
The Diamond Store introduces 3D online viewing facility

18 September 2009
The Diamond Store is launching a new online 3D facility that shows exactly what the jewellery will look like when being worn.
Flik Flak creates Hello Kitty range

16 September 2009
Flik Flak, the Swiss made watch for children, has created a new Hello Kitty range.
New I-Gucci launches

14 September 2009
The new I-Gucci has launched with a striking white rubber strap featuring Gucci’s GG pattern and the iconic green and red stripes.
Clogau Gold appoints David Butler to head-up global sales

14 September 2009
Clogau Gold has announced the appointment of David Butler as its new head of global sales.
Belong jewellery in the spotlight at MOBOs

14 September 2009
Belong Jewellery will supply jewellery and handmade silk scarves to attendees at the upcoming prestigious MOBO awards.
Giovanni Corvaja creates envelope for auction

14 September 2009
Jewellery designer Giovanni Corvaja is one of numerous famous names supporting the charity auction Pushing the Envelope by creating a personalised envelope for auction.
Clogau Gold launches new e-commerce site

9 September 2009
Clogau Gold has launched a new and improved e-commerce site which showcases more than 450 pieces of jewellery and gifts.
Table sales for Retail Trust ball fastest selling yet

9 September 2009
Table sales for the Retail Trust London Ball 2010 are the fastest selling to date.
Chez Bec branches out into wholesale

9 September 2009
The Chez Bec AW09 collection of bridal jewellery has launched with a plethora of delicate necklaces, chandelier earrings and charm bracelets, now available for wholesale.
Pandora marks store opening with lucky dip

8 September 2009
To mark the launch of its new store in Westfield, Pandora will be offering passers-by the opportunity to win prizes from a life-sized gold jewellery box.
H Samuel introduces Chamilia range

8 September 2009
H Samuel has introduced popular American brand Chamilia which is in keeping with this year's beads and charms trend.
De Grisogono opens at Harrods

7 September 2009
Jewellery house De Grisogono has opened at luxury department store Harrods in London.
Theo Fennell posts £3m loss

7 September 2009
Theo Fennell has posted an annual loss of £3.3m as a result of the impact of the economic downturn on consumer spend on luxury goods and 'unwise management decisions'.
Donald Edge to design Chambord bottle

4 September 2009
Chambord, the French black raspberry liqueur, has commissioned jeweller Donald Edge to recreate the iconic Chambord Royal orb bottle encrusted in diamonds, pearls and gold to mark the new stage adaptation of Chambord Presents Breakfast at Tiffany's.
IJL to open with a bang on Sunday

4 September 2009
International Jewellery London 2009 (IJL) kicks off this Sunday at Earls Court and the great and good of the international jewellery industry are expected to attend.
West Yorkshire jewellers achieves double award success

2 September 2009
Stoners Jewellery in Shipley, West Yorkshire, has been named Brand Ambassador of the Year for Hot Diamonds and has also won a merchandising award from Thomas Sabo.
V&A winning designs now available internationally

2 September 2009
The winning designs of the V&A/Ancestors Student Jewellery Design Competition 2009 are now available internationally.
Kabiri relaunches online shop

1 September 2009
Kabiri has relaunched its online jewellery store with dedicated sections for men's jewellery and wedding jewelley.
Finesse launches costume jewellery range

1 September 2009
Finesse is launching a bespoke, luxury costume jewellery line called Lilli & Koe.
H Samuel launches gold recycling service

26 August 2009
H Samuel has launched a new gold recycling service giving consumers the opportunity to recycle their unwanted white, yellow and rose gold jewellery for cash.
Klaus Kobec advert said to “glamorise gun crime”

26 August 2009
An advert campaign for Klaus Kobec watches that features a man pointing a small gun towards the reader has been removed from all future editions of the London Evening Standard.
Man in burka part of robbery gang

26 August 2009
A man wearing a burka was part of a gang of armed men being sought by police after approximately £150,000 worth of watches was stolen from Michael Jones Jewellers in Banbury yesterday.
New F Hinds store in High Wycombe

26 August 2009
The opening of a new F Hinds store in High Wycombe was marked with a ribbon cutting attended by various generations of the family.
American public to vote on new setting for Hope Diamond

25 August 2009
The Hope Diamond will undergo a special redesign in honour of the 50th Anniversary of its donation to the Smithsonian Institution National Museum of Natural History.
Winner of Fope prizedraw presented with bracelet

25 August 2009
Jayne Morris has been announced as the winner of a bracelet worth £1,000 in Fope's prizedraw.
New area for jewellery suppliers at Spring Fair International

25 August 2009
Jewellery suppliers will take a prominent position at Spring Fair International 2010 with the launch of a new group stand.
Investment demand for gold robust but overall demand falls

19 August 2009
Total demand for gold in the second quarter of 2009 was down 9% on the levels of a year earlier as a result of weak economic conditions and high gold prices but investment demand remained strong, according to the World Gold Council (WGC).
Increasing demand for white precious metal jewellery

19 August 2009
Palladium is adding to the demand for white precious metal for jewellery after just weeks of its status being made 'official'.
University engineers help solve jewellery problem

17 August 2009
Engineers from Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) have helped jewellery designer Samantha Mills to retain the spun gold look she was aiming for.
Glitzy Secrets to launch new-look website

12 August 2009
Glitzy Secrets is launching a new-look website with a range of additional features to enhance its online store.
The Laboratory is given UKAS accreditation for lead safety

12 August 2009
The Laboratory at The Birmingham Assay Office is the first UK testing house to become UKAS accredited to the new lead safety standard.
Hamilton & Inches to co-sponsor Scottish Ballet tour

11 August 2009
Hamilton & Inches is co-sponsoring the Scottish Ballet’s 40th anniversary tour as well as adding a silver shoe charm to its collection.
Jolyon Marshall launches new recruitment business

11 August 2009
After more than 20 years specialising in recruitment for the UK watch and jewellery trade, Jolyon Marshall has launched his own business.
Daks and Tateossian collaborate on cufflink collection

3 August 2009
Daks teams up with Robert Tateossian to create an exclusive range of cufflinks
The Vivid Pink set for sale at Christie's

3 August 2009
A rare 5ct-cut pink diamond will be the centrepiece at auction house Christie’s autumn sale of jewels in Hong Kong

Retail JewellerKate Donovan

Retail Jeweller
Kate Donovan