Retail Jeweller
Laura McCreddie

Laura McCreddie is managing editor of Retail Jeweller.

Rox opens first stores in England

18 June 2013
Scottish retailer Rox has opened a store in Leeds and is following up with a Newcastle branch later this year.
Second-hand watches and women self purchasing are pushing the watch industry forward

13 June 2013
These observations were made at a seminar as part of the Watch Salon at Somerset House on Tuesday
HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show 2014 to be split over two venues

13 June 2013
The show, which attracted 42,113 buyers from around the world this March, will be divided into a finished product event and one dedicated to loose stones, pearls and raw materials
Greubel Forsey educational project has reached its second year

15 May 2013
Called Le Garde Temps, la Naissance d’une Montre, it was devised as a way of preserving and perpetuating traditional watchmaking techniques and expertise for future generations.
UK luxury sector to double in size in next five years

13 May 2013
According to the annual report into the luxury sector done by the Walpole British Luxury in collaboration with Ledbury Research, the sector will grow from £6.6bn to £12.2bn by 2017.
Leading watch brands choose The Watch Salon as launch platform

10 May 2013
Launching in June as part of The Jewellery Show London at Somerset House, The Watch Salon is proving the London show of choice for premium brands looking to launch their latest collections
Taste of the Orient: Hong Kong Jewellery Show

25 April 2013
The Hong Kong International Jewellery Show is becoming the go-to fair for brands wanting to access the Asian market and for retailers seeking high-quality jewellery, as Laura McCreddie discovers
News analyis: Has Hong Kong lost its allure?

23 April 2013
The year began with experts claiming that Hong Kong’s luxury market was set for a decline in 2013. A few months on, Laura McCreddie heads to the city to find out if these forecasts are ringing true
Hermes acquires watch-case maker

22 April 2013
The Swiss brand has acquired a majority stake in Joseph Erard, according to Reuters. This is just another example of a consolidations happening in the watch industry with key players being integrated into larger luxury houses.
CMJ steps in to help its suppliers as Sheffield retailer Leslie Cass goes into liquidation

12 April 2013
This is an unprecedented move for the buying group and is a result of CMJ chief executive Willie Hamilton and CMJ chairman Stephen Hughes’s negotiations with the retailer’s liquidator, after it was revealed that the retailer’s debts was a six-figure sum.
Devon launches the Transparent Tread 1 Exoskeleton

11 April 2013
The Californian-based manufacturer of cutting-edge time pieces will be exhibiting its latest creation at this year’s Baselworld, which starts on April 24.
Bulgari responds to accusations of tax evasion

15 March 2013
The statement comes today after reports yesterday that €46m worth of assets have been seized, which included one of the jeweller’s properties in Rome, as part of a tax evasion probe.
W Motors partners with Cyrus

14 March 2013
The hypercar brand has entered into a partnership with the Swiss watch brand, which has created a watch dedicated to W Motors’ Lykan.
Tag Heuer and McLaren Group form exclusive partnership agreement

14 March 2013
The announcement that Swiss watch brand’s partnership with the Formula 1 team would be extended to include McLaren Automotive was made during the Geneva Motor Show, which took place at the Palexpo in Geneva from March 7–17.
Zone Creations and Comitti team up to create a Jubilee clock

14 March 2013
The cabinet was made by the award-winning Perspex furniture design company to commemorate the Queen’s Diamond Jubliee, which happened last year, and it houses an English regulator movement made by British clockmakers Comitti London.
Buyers flock to Hong Kong International Jewellery Show

13 March 2013
The total number of buyers was up 11% on last year at this year’s Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, which took place from March 5-9 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Redgrave Luxury announces plans to expand its client portfolio

1 March 2013
The UK-based distribution company, which specialises in prestige luxury products, has made this decision following the successful introduction of watch brand Richard Mille in Europe and the Middle East.
Ana de Costa gets reflected Oscar glory

25 February 2013
Pieces from the British designer’s latest collection were worn by Danielle Epworth, wife of producer Paul Epworth.
Wendy Laing puts on her dancing shoes for charity

25 February 2013
The director of Glasgow store Laings of Glasgow will be taking part in (A Little Less ) Strictly Come Dancing on MArch 16 to raise money for the Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice
Barbour to launch its first watch collection in 2014

22 February 2013
The British outdoor activity and country sport clothing brand has signed a worldwide licensing agreement with Zeon Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Herald Group.
Stephen Webster receives MBE

21 February 2013
The iconoclastic designer was part of the New Year’s Honours list in recognition for his services to training and skills in the British jewellery industry.
Armed robbers take €50m in Brussels airport raid

19 February 2013
Armed robbers made off with €50m (£43m) of diamonds following a raid at Brussels airport, according to bbc.co.uk
Catherine Jones turns 50

12 February 2013
The Cambridgeshire retailer, which set up business in 1963, celebrates five decades at the cutting edge of contemporary design
Charmian Beaton wins the 2013 Houlden Designer of Excellence award

5 February 2013
The Kent-based designer impressed the judges with her bold designs.
SIHH announces Asia event

25 January 2013
The exhibitor committee for the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) has annouced an Asia event.
Omega announces its anti-magnetic watch movement

18 January 2013
The Swiss watch brand has created a watch movement that is resistant to magnetic fields greater than 1.5 tesla far exceeding the levels of magnetic resistance achieved by any previous watches
Bremont opens Henley headquarters

17 January 2013
The oak-framed building will provide the ideal facility for the manufacture of the brand’s watches and marks a long-term investment programme to develop mechanical watch maufacturing expertise in the UK and will be where key movement and case components will be assembled and finished.
Accurist watches announces appointment of new CEO

11 January 2013
The British brand has appointed Jonathan Crocker as CEO as part of a major investment plan to boost its domestic and international business
Bremont to support transatlantic solo row

3 January 2013
The British luxury watch brand will be the official time keeper for British rower Charlie Pitcher’s mission to row 3000 miles, which will start this month.
Watch out: Looking back at the 2012 watch market

21 December 2012
We look back at the watch industry’s highs and lows of 2012 and ask what 2013 may bring
Sami Auvinen appointed as Lapponia's guest designer for 2013

20 December 2012
The in-house goldsmith was chosen following a design brief to celebrate Helsinki’s appointment as World Design Capital for 2012
Highs and lows: Looking back at gold and silver in 2012

18 December 2012
Retail Jeweller takes a look at how politics and recession sent gold and silver prices on a volatile course in 2012 and what 2013 might have in store for the metals
New focus: British watchmaking

18 December 2012
Many have been alarmed by the lack of new talent coming into British watchmaking. But a group of brands and businesses are working to address this through training. Laura McCreddie reports
In the pink: Argyle Pink Diamonds

14 December 2012
The Argyle pink diamond is one of the most sought-after in the world. Retail Jeweller learns the magic and mystery behind the stone
A. Lange & Sohne receives four awards at the Die Presse watch gala in Vienna

13 December 2012
The Swiss watch brand had two wins in two categories
Patrick Fuller given lifetime achievement award by the BJA

11 December 2012
The chairman of WB The Creative Jewellery Group, which includes Domino, Weston Beamor and recently Gecko, was presented with the trophy at a special awards ceremony.
PPR acquires Qeelin

10 December 2012
The international holdings company has acquired a majority stake in the Chinese fine jewellery brand.
Chisholm Hunter expands further

10 December 2012
Chisholm Hunter has opened a new store in the shopping centre Glasgow Fort.
MB&F launches its Horological Machine No5

4 December 2012
The iconoclastic Swiss watch brand has named it On the Road Again and its takes inspiration from the 1970s.
Georg Jensen reopens Selfridges concession in London

27 November 2012
The Danish luxury lifestyle brand has had its retail space designed by renowned British architects Mark Pinney Associates.
Pandora launches eStore in the UK

23 November 2012
For the first time customers will now be able to buy online direct from the brand.
Tag Heuer's Mikrogirder wins the 2012 Aiguille d'Or

23 November 2012
The Swiss watch brand took the top prize at this year’s Grand Prix de l’Horlogerie de Geneve, which took place last week.
MB&F pick up two awards at the Grand Prix de l'Horlogerie de Geneve

20 November 2012
The Swiss watch brand took home the accolade for Public Prize and Best Men’s Watch at the event, which was held on November 15 in Geneva
Online-only 5-minute Q&A: Stef Warde, founder of Peculiar Vintage

20 November 2012
The designer talks us through the inspiration for her collection
Karl Lagerfeld watches to launch globally next year

13 November 2012
The Fossil group announced today that the collection will go on sale on February 28 2013.
Harriet Kelsall opens revamped Hertfordshire studio

12 November 2012
The bespoke-only retailer has transformed its converted barn in rural Hertfordshire into a new concept in jewellery retail.
Mr Jones Watches launches first 24-hour watch

6 November 2012
The quirky British brand has announced the release of Satellite, which is the first model from its sixth series.
Shadestation.co.uk embarks in its first TV ad campaign

6 November 2012
The UK’s largest independent online watch and sunglasses retailer will launch the advert on November 11.
Updated: CEO Bjorn Gulden speaks to Retail Jeweller about Pandora's Q3 results

6 November 2012
A rise in revenue to DKK 1.7bn (£192m) is better than the DKK 1.56bn DKK (£167m) predicted by the luxury fashion jewellery brand.
One to one: Manfred Brassler

6 November 2012
MeisterSinger has made its name on the Continent with its singular approach to telling the time, and now it looks set to repeat its success in the UK. Laura McCreddie meets its founder Manfred Brassler
Time lords: Salon QP

5 November 2012
As Salon QP returns for its fourth show, Retail Jeweller finds out which brands will be exhibiting this year, and why the thriving event is a must for everyone in the watch industry
London Jewellery School founder a finalist in the NatWest Everywoman awards

2 November 2012
The 25-year-old is in the Artemis category, which is sponsored by Crystal Clear and recognises women running a business who are 25 and under.
Watchshop.com launches Christmas TV advert

2 November 2012
The new creative will run from November 5 across multiple digital channels.
Online-only five-minute Q&A: Guido Terreni, managing director of Bulgari Watch

1 November 2012
Guido Terreni talks about the latest Octo watch, which can be seen at Salon QP next week
Harrods celebrates one-year anniversary of its Fine Watch Room with one-off pieces

30 October 2012
A selection of eight watch brands will create unique timepieces, which will be previewed at Salon QP from November 8–10.
Hot Diamonds appoints major distributor Groupe TWC

29 October 2012
The distributor will be the exclusive distribution partner for the brand’s French Territory.
Clogau launches television advertising campaign

29 October 2012
The Welsh jewellery brand started its 9-week, pre-Christmas campaign on October 26 on ITV Wales.
Chisholm Hunter opens in Bluewater

29 October 2012
The diamond merchant and retailer will officially open its flagship store on October 31.
Bremont secures HSBC finance package to support its international expansion

29 October 2012
The award-winning luxury British watch brand will use the £700,000 fund to expand overseas and develop a production facility in the UK.
Ralph Lauren launches its Sporting World Time watch

23 October 2012
The luxury watch brand will be releasing the timepiece at SIHH 2013
G-Shock Premium launches limited-edition Frogman Divers Watch

19 October 2012
The timepiece was created to commemorate the brand’s 30th anniversary.
Gc celebrates its rising stars at a special exhibition last night

19 October 2012
Entitled “Moments of Smart Luxury Captured by Gc”, the event was marked with a photographic exhibition and a bespoke tasting menu at Gauthier Soho by award-winning Michelin-starred chef, Alexis Gauthier.
Rado launches two additions to its Hyperchrome collection

19 October 2012
The Swatch Group brand has released two models in rose and yellow gold coloured Ceramos
Retail Jeweller exclusive: Pandora to sponsor Girls Aloud reunion tour

19 October 2012
Speaking at a press conference today, the band revealed they will be touring next year and that the fashion jewellery brand will be the official sponsor.
Swiss watch exports declined in September

18 October 2012
According to the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry (FH), the 2.7% drop in value, although sudden, is not cause for concern because it follows 30 months of steady increase.
MB&F and Urwerk have collaborated on a timepiece

18 October 2012
Entitled C3H5N3O9 (which is the molecular formula for nitroglycerine) aka Nitro, the piece was created by Maximilian Busser and Serge Kirknoff from MB&F and Urwerk’s Felix Baumgartner and Martin Frei.
UK Fairtrade Foundation chooses Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery to design parting gift

18 October 2012
The Hertfordshire- and Cambridge-based jeweller presented the Foundation’s outgoing executive director, Harriet Lamb, with a pair of earrings made from Fairtrade Fairmined gold.
British Jewellers Association (BJA) to provide funded training for jewellery businesses

17 October 2012
The trade association, in conjunction with Birmingham City Council and supported by ERDF funding, has won a tender to provide a free business assists training programme
Consumer spending on engagement rings buoyant despite recession

17 October 2012
According to a survey by British retailer Nicholas James, 78% of customers were looking to spend upwards of £2,000 on the right ring.
Star quality: Collaboration

5 October 2012
Linking up with other carefully selected enterprises can catapult your business into the limelight and pay substantial dividends. Laura McCreddie reports
A triumph of engineering

5 October 2012
Stuart Moore made the unusual switch from engineering to jewellery design, specialising in platinum. No less impressive are his designs, or his win-win approach to wholesaling. Retail Jeweller meets him
Showing its metal: Platinum focus

4 October 2012
Expensive, rare and extremely durable, platinum continues to own the bridal market despite the recent Lonmin protests. Retail Jeweller investigates the metal’s enduring appeal
Online-only 5-minute Q&A: Katie Rowland

4 October 2012
The designer gives us an exclusive look at her latest collection
00/24 Watch World announces winners of its European Watches of the Year 2012

3 October 2012
The winners were revealed at a ceremony held at the May Fair hotel in London last night
Swiss investors' group takes over the companies of the Moser Group

28 September 2012
This move will secure the independence of the watch manufacture H.Moser & Cie
Theo Fennell to take part in post-Biennale exhibition at Harrods

28 September 2012
The luxury jeweller will be showcasing two one-off pieces in the store’s Fine Jewellery room
Mawi launches male jewellery range

28 September 2012
Sir by Mawi aims to turn classic pieces into modern cult items
Stephen Webster unveils A/W 2012/13 ad campaign

26 September 2012
The pictures were taken by world-renowned photographer Rankin/
Harrods celebrates the Biennale des Antiquaires with exclusive showcase

26 September 2012
The luxury department store will be bringing the international antiques and art fair to London for the first time.
Gang steals £500k of watches from Selfridges

20 September 2012
Three masked people took the timepieces from the retailer’s Manchester brand while the store was full of shoppers, according to the BBC
Heresy to launch trade services

20 September 2012
The Bristol-based gemstone and diamond advisory service and design bureau will offer specialist gemstone and design aids as part of its website relaunch
Frederique Constant launches men's Slimline Tourbillon Manufacture

19 September 2012
The limited edition timepiece was created in response to the successful launch of the women’s Slimline Collection
Goldsmiths announces support of The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

19 September 2012
The high-street jeweller has chosen to partner with the charity, which exists solely to support the work of The Royal Marsden, the cancer centre which is at the forefront of cancer research
Stephen Webster creates jewellery for Skyfall

12 September 2012
The fine jewellery designer has teamed up with Swarovksi to create pieces for the 23rd Bond film, out in October
Focus: Vladimir Markin

11 September 2012
Russian designer Vladimir Markin has built a name for himself crafting jewellery based on everyday objects, but he strives for nothing less than perfection. Retail Jeweller meets him.
CW Sellors has been shortlisted for the Manufacturing Excellence Award

10 September 2012
The award is a new category at the Midlands Family Business awards and is for family businesses across all maufacturing industries.
Treasure now open for online applications

10 September 2012
The forms for the Jewellery Week event went live today
Argyle Diamonds to curate a one-off exhibition of pink diamond jewellery

10 September 2012
The pieces will be designed by 11 jewellers who have been commissioned by Royalty in the past
White hot: palladium news focus

7 September 2012
Often perceived as an inferior relation to platinum, palladium is gaining prominence in the industry as a credible alternative. Laura McCreddie reports.
Holt review outlines need for more awareness about apprenticeships among SMEs

29 August 2012
The report, which came out today, outlined the need for the current apprenticeship programme to be reformed to help small and medium enterprises take advantage of the scheme.
Abigail Stradling to bring additions to her Time collection to IJL

29 August 2012
The winner of the 2011 IJL Editor’s Choice award for Overall Originality and Inspirational Craftsmanship, who made her debut at last year’s show, will be returning this year with pieces made from natural materials selected from some of Dorset’s beaches.
Channel 4 is looking for independent jewellery retailers for new expert-led series

24 August 2012
The television station is launching a programme geared towards helping businesses in different sectors improve profits and build a stronger customer base
Cartier to present high jewellery collection at the 26th Biennale des Antiquaires

22 August 2012
As well as 148 items of high-end jewellery, the fine jewellery and watch brand will also be showing 12 precious objects and a selection of pieces from the Cartier Tradition collection
IWC Schaffhausen opens boutique in Avenue at Etihad Towers in Abu Dhabi

14 August 2012
The Swiss watch house will join high-end brands such as Hermes, Manolo Blahnik, Panerai and Chloe in this latest addition to the UAE’s capital
Inspired by Brufords gets first Ice-Watch shop-in-shop

13 August 2012
The Eastbourne-based retailer has taken on the fashion watch brand shortly after its UK distributors, Peers Hardy, became a Houlden Group supply partner.
Tag Heuer launches its MikrotourbillonS

10 August 2012
The Swiss brand says that this is the first ever tourbillon on a 1/100th of a second chronograph.
William & Son to launch Laurent Ferrier in the UK

10 August 2012
The Mount Street store will be the UK’s only stockists of the Swiss watch brand
Fabulous at 40: Gucci

9 August 2012
As Gucci celebrates four decades in the watch industry, Laura McCreddie heads to Switzerland to find out why there is more to this brand than just its impressive name
Pandora expects 2012 single-digit revenue growth despite negative impact of its stock balancing campaign

8 August 2012
The fashion jewellery brand, which released its Q2 figures today, said that its reported numbers were in line with expectations.
Chamilia Europe has announced that it has chosen Bransom Retail Systems as its preferred partner

6 August 2012
This partnership will see the EPoS, stock, CRM and accounting systems company collecting sales information from stockists of the bead and fashion jewellery brand.
Hublot is certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council

6 August 2012
The Swiss watch brand is a recent addition to the Council’s Member Certification System
Harry Winston to open in Harrods

3 August 2012
The luxury diamond jewellery and watch brand will be opening its Salon on August 10 and it will be the 25th location in which the brand has opened
Zarafa Designs is one of the first jewellers in the country to be part of a pop-up shop initiative

3 August 2012
The scheme, called StartUp High Street, which is part of StartUp Britian’s campaign to help fledgling retailers, throws open empty shops to small businesses looking for an outlet
One to One: Alexandra Jefford

27 July 2012
Retail Jeweller talks to designer Alexandra Jefford about her artistic roots and why she’s sticking with fine jewellery
Three industry names on the 2012 Specsavers everywoman in retail awards finalist list

26 July 2012
Star of the Future (turnover under £200m), Innovator of the Year and Entrepreneur of the year categories all have names from the world of jewellery on the list
Philip Treacy to create bespoke ring collection for Voltaire Diamonds

26 July 2012
The milliner, who is known for his flamboyant creations, will create an exclusive collection of diamond engagement rings with matching wedding bands for the Irish diamond specialists
Swiss watch brand Hublot opens second boutique in Shanghai

24 July 2012
The boutique is situated in Shanghai’s Nanjing West Road and its opening was attended by Manchester United manager, Sir Alex Ferguson, and former Manchester United player Bryan Robson
Swatch Group half-year report shows double-digit growth in both sales and profit

24 July 2012
Sales in the watch and jewellery segment for the Swiss behemoth grew by 16.7% to CHF3,400m (£2,207m), while its gross sales were up 14.4% to CHF3,847m (£2,498m). The operating profit also increased by 19.4% to CHF903m (£586m).
Richard Mille partners with Manchester City football club

20 July 2012
The deal is the first of its kind for City and sees the Swiss watch brand becoming the club’s official timing partner
Perrelet launches in-house calibre

20 July 2012
It is the first step towards the Swiss watch brand’s goal to equip its entire range with manufacture-made movements in the future
Average watch price increases but market values remain buoyant, according to GfK

20 July 2012
The market research company has found that year-to-date there has been a volume sales decline of -11.5% and, despite the average selling price rising by 16.4% value growth has risen 2.9%
Jewellery designer Xiao Zi Yang wins the Swarovski Elements Jewellery awards at ITS

18 July 2012
The Shanghai-born designer was given the award for her piece using Swarovski Elements, which was inspired by Asian joinery used in timber architecture
Independent retailer Rox settles trade mark dispute with Rolex

16 July 2012
The retailer has had an application, filed by the Swiss watch brand, overturned allowing the retailer to use its “Rox” trademark on future own-brand watch launches.
Dash for colour: Colour gemstone options

11 July 2012
The jewellery industry is becoming more adventurous with the gemstones it uses. Retail Jeweller looks at what’s gaining popularity and issues surrounding the market
Counterfeiting in focus

10 July 2012
With online counterfeiting rife in the industry, Laura McCreddie finds out how brands are combating the menace of knock-off products.
The Jewellery Show London is a resounding success

13 June 2012
The trade-only show, which took place from June 12-13 attracted buyers from leading department stores such as Harrods, Fenwick, Matches Fashion and Mappin and Webb.
Lara Bohinc to collaborate with the International Palladium Board

1 June 2012
The luxury jewellery designer will create two collections, which will be available in July
Fly the flag: Best of British

30 May 2012
This summer all eyes will be on Britain for the Olympics and Diamond Jubilee, and the jewellery and watch industry is feeling inspired. Retail Jeweller finds out how it plans to celebrate
Sarah Jordan creates pendant for The Catherine Jones Memorial Foundation

18 May 2012
The piece is made from diamonds and platinum and will be auctioned to raise money for the Foundation on May 23 at a platinum dresses and jewellery event, which will be co-hosted by the eponymous Cambridgeshire jeweller set up by Catherine.
Daisy joins forces with International Bullion

18 May 2012
Fashion jewellery brand Daisy has formed a partnership with International Bullion to form Daisy Global Ltd.
Beaverbrooks awarded in Scotland's Best Workplaces' Awards

14 May 2012
Scottish branches of the multiple jewellery retailer Beaverbrooks have been named number one Best Medium/Large Workplace in Scotland in this year’s Scotland’s Best Workplaces’ Awards.
Pandora on track for 2012 despite revenue drop

10 May 2012
Pandora released its interim Q1 2012 results on May 8 with the fashion jewellery brand reporting revenue of 1,424mDKK (£153.8m), a decrease of 18.4% compared to the same period last year.
IWC launches its Pilot's Watch dedicated to Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

2 May 2012
The Swiss watch brand is using the anniversary of the novelist, poet and pilot’s first flight to create a limited edition piece
Laings of Glasgow becomes first Glaswegian stockist of Jaeger-LeCoultre

1 May 2012
The iconic Swiss watch brand will be sold at Laings’ recently refurbished store.
Lola Rose launches Miss Lola diffusion collection

1 May 2012
The range, created by Nikki Gewirtz the woman behind Lola Rose, is an exclusive for high street fashion retailer Debenhams.
Dreyfuss & Co awards car to retail competition winner

30 April 2012
David Evans from Shrewsbury-based store TH Baker won a brand new Renault Twingo in a competition organised by the Swiss watch brand.
Maurice Lacroix launches blogger competition called The French Job to tie into the launch of the Pontos S

30 April 2012
The luxury Swiss watch brand is looking for a team of four bloggers to travel with them to the Côte d’Azur to witness the attempt to break the freediving world record.
Pandora to open in Burton-upon-Trent

30 April 2012
The Danish jewellery brand’s latest store will be a 67sqm store in Coopers Square Shopping Centre and will open on May 12
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
Casio G-Shock Premium Mr G watch launches in the UK

18 April 2012
The launch is to coincide with the opening of the brand’s first concept store in London’s Covent Garden on April 21.
Hannah Martin wins the Mastercut Diamond Jubilee competition

18 April 2012
The designer won for her ring, which was called Ring of Fire
Casio gets a new managing director and announces growth plans

17 April 2012
Casio UK will now be headed up by Hiraoki Kubo, who was previously senior planning manager of the strategic planning division and has been with Casio since 1994
Online manager joins Laings of Glasgow

17 April 2012
The Scottish retailer has recruited Lauren Anderson in order to increase its web presence
Astley Clarke appoints Carmen Busquets to its board

17 April 2012
The online luxury jewellery retailer has recently secured a second round of investment from the luxury fashion entrepreneur taking her total investment in the company to $1.2m (around £752,000)
Tide Distribution takes on Time-It

13 April 2012
Tide Distribution has taken on Amsterdam watch brand Time-It.
Lonmin Design Innovation award open for entries

4 April 2012
The platinum jewellery design competition is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year with a “Red Carpet Glamour” theme, the first time it has set a theme in the competition’s history.
Daniel Brown takes over as CEO of Beaverbrooks

22 March 2012
The jewellery and watch retailer said that this appointment will “take the brand forward into a new era of customer service”.
Mixed reactions to Chancellor George Osbourne's 2012 Budget

21 March 2012
He announced his plans to “earn our way out” of trouble with measures including a cut in the top rate of income tax, cuts in corporation tax and increase in the personal tax allowance.
Tiffany & Co launches Swatch counter claim

16 March 2012
Tiffany & Co has issued a counter claim against Swatch Group for CHF541.9m (£374.4m).
Winner of Harriet Kelsall and University for Creative Arts competition announced

6 March 2012
Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery Design has announced the winner of the UK’s first bespoke jewellery design competition.
Cartier launches film, called L'Odyssee de Cartier, depicting the brand's history

2 March 2012
The film features the panther, an iconic animal for the brand, and looks at the key cultural influences and people that built the House.
Customers are "positive" about Fairtrade Fairmined gold, according to leading UK jeweller

2 March 2012
Harriet Kelsall, owner of Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery, which has locations in Cambridge and Hertfordshire, has completed over 35 commissions in the metal, which was launched on February 14 2011, including one for radio DJ and model Lisa Snowdon.
Lalique becomes a CMJ supplier

2 March 2012
The luxury crystal brand has joined the buying group and will be exhibiting at its Spring Trade event, which takes place on March 4–5.
BaselWorld women's watches: What women want

27 February 2012
From seriously complicated timepieces to fast fashion must-haves, Laura McCreddie looks at the women’s watch launches at this year’s fair
Precious metal market 'resilient' despite prices

9 February 2012
The UK precious metal market is very resilient, according to Michael Allchin, chief executive and assay master of the Birmingham Assay Office.
William Cheshire wins Houlden Group's Designer of Excellence award

8 February 2012
William Cheshire became the second designer to win the Houlden Group’s Designer of Excellence award, which was announced at The Jewellery Show at Spring Fair on February 7.
Winners of Hong Kong design competition announced

8 February 2012
The winners of the Hong Kong jewellery design competition were announced on February 7.
LVMH records 16% increase in revenue in 2011

3 February 2012
The luxury products group released its full year results yesterday, which showed that its watches and jewellery business had recorded organic revenue growth of 23% in 2011.
Watches and Art: Not just a pretty face

27 January 2012
Artists and brands are teaming up to produce desirable designs on timepieces with technical clout. Laura McCreddie looks at the latest partnerships in the world of watches
Pandora confirmed as headline sponsor of The Jewellery Show London

27 January 2012
The Danish jewellery brand will also build its annual retailer conference around the show, which takes place at Somerset House from June 12-13
Swatch launches Lacquered collection for men

23 January 2012
The Swiss watch brand’s latest range features 10 designs with deconstructed dials.
London Jewellery Week goes nationwide

23 January 2012
The previously capital-based initiative is looking to expand across the UK as part of the launch of its new parent company Jewellery Week Ltd
Digital Luxury Group unveils haute horlogerie World Watch Report results

23 January 2012
The leading market research for the luxury watch industry released its findings, based on analysis of consumer searches through engines such as Google, Bing, Yandex and Baidu, for the 15 high-end watch brands that participated in this year’s Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH).
Birmingham Assay Office is the first in the world to be certified by the RJC

13 January 2012
The Responsible Jewellery Council has certified the Assay Office after it met the ethical, human rights, social and environmental standards established by the Council.
BJA launches silver competition to celebrate its 125th anniversary

13 January 2012
The competition, which is sponsored by The Jewellery Show at Spring Fair and Cookson Precious Metals, is to create a commemorative silver desk accessory.
Prestons of Bolton to open Rolex boutique in Leeds

13 January 2012
This will be only the third stand-alone store in the UK for the Swiss watch brand.
Garrard to sponsor exhibition of The Queen's portraits at the V&A

12 January 2012
The British jewellery institution willl sponsor the showcase of highlights of Cecil Beaton’s pictures of Her Majesty, which will be held to celebrate The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.
MB&F opens its M.A.D gallery in Geneva

12 January 2012
The Swiss watch brand known for its three-dimensional high-end timepieces has opened the gallery to act as a creative platform for both MB&F’s own designs as well as other mechanical art devices from around the world.
Folli Follie UK's like-for-like sales up 64% for the five weeks to December 31

12 January 2012
The jewellery, watch and accessories brand also reported that the company was trading 35% up in the UK on last year.
Keeping it in the family: Zoe and Morgan

12 January 2012
Three siblings have followed in their father’s footsteps to create jewellery brand Zoe and Morgan. They tell Laura McCreddie how their family ties have been the key to success
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
Best of British: The Jewellery Show 2012

Februray 2012
Retail Jeweller profiles the designers taking part in this year’s Design Quarter Gems
Bremont launches its first world timer watch

11 January 2012
The British watch brand has released the timepiece, which it was commissioned to produce in 2010 for the crew of the military transport aircraft C-17 Globemaster.
Dower & Hall design feathers for Kasabian boxset

6 January 2012
The British brand has created four pewter feathers as part of a limited edition set, which has been created for the band’s fourth album Velociraptor!
TV ad campaign helps Prestons of Bolton enjoy a record Christmas

6 January 2012
The Northern store saw like-for-like sales increase by 19% during December 2011 compared with December 2010.
New CEO for Hublot

6 January 2012
Swiss watch brand today announced that Ricardo Guadalupe will be replacing Jean-Claude Biver.
Catherine Jones, founder of Catherine Jones Jewellery in Cambridge, passes away

4 January 2012
One of the jewellery industry’s much-loved figures died on December 21 surrounded by her closest family
Retail Jeweller exclusive: Joanna Dahdah designs collection for Jersey Pearl

4 January 2012
The Beirut-born designer has collaborated with the ethical pearl brand to create a diffusion range.
Double digit growth for Israel's 2011 diamond exports and imports

3 January 2012
The Israeli diamond industry finished 2011 with a double digit growth in both its import and export trade, despite a slowdown in activity reported in the global diamond trade in the fourth quarter of the year.
The year that was

16 December 2011
Laura McCreddie and Kate Donovan pick their favourite launches of 2011.
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.
Talking point: News analysis

9 December 2011
Following the furore surrounding Nick Fitch’s sovereign rings,Laura McCreddie looks at jewellery that has caused controversy.
Swatch awaits decision on limiting component supply

5 December 2011
Group hopes to stop the clock on huge distribution of movements and mechanisms to watch industry
Hip Hop launches Velvet collection

5 December 2011
Fashion watch brand releases its latest range to tap into one of this season’s biggest clothing trends.
Rising star: Sarah Ibrahim

December 2011
Sarah Ibrahim’s latest collection promises more East-meets-West masterpieces.
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
Ernest Jones and H Samuel launch apps

22 November 2011
The Signet Group stores have released tablet application software to appeal to the Christmas shopper.
Pandora still expecting to make full-year sales on par with 2010 depsite a 41% fall in net profit

22 November 2011
The Danish jewellery brand’s undertook a review of its corporate strategy in August following its second quarter results.
Hublot annouces tie-in with Ferrari

21 November 2011
The Swiss luxury watchmaking brand revealed its partnership with the Italian car brand at this year’s Guangzhou International Auto Show
Van Cleef & Arpels wins two watch prizes

21 November 2011
The French jewellery and watch house was awarded two accolades at both the Grand Prix du Public 2011 of Geneva and Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève 2011.
Holts Academy launches apprenticeship programme

18 November 2011
The Hatton Garden based school has teamed up with Coutts Bank to offer the first pilot of this scheme, which is backed by the BJA and The Goldsmiths’ Company.
Prestons of Bolton's "Floor of Pandora" has a successful first week

18 November 2011
The North Western store opened its dedicated Pandora floor last week and has made an “immediate impact” according to Prestons of Bolton’s group managing director Karl Massey.
Gwyneth Paltrow wears Annoushka to present Bambi award to Justin Bieber

11 November 2011
The US actress was sporting the British designer at the German awards ceremony.
IWC launches its most exclusive wristwatch

10 November 2011
The Swiss watch brand has launched its Portugese Sidérale Scarfusia, a timepiece that contains a star chart calculated to the wearer’s specifications.
IWC Schffhausen to "pop up" in Canary Wharf

4 November 2011
The Swiss watch brand will be doing some guerilla retailing in conjunction with its retail partner David M Robinson.
Shizaru gallery announces jewellery exhibition

4 November 2011
The Mayfair-based gallery will be staging Art Rocks: Contemporary Jewellery, an exhibition of 10 designers curated by jewellery specialist Joanna Hardy.
Harriet Kelsall Design has been certified by the RJC

4 November 2011
The Cambridge and Hertfordshire-based jeweller is the first UK independent retailer to achieve certification.
Allumer collaborates with children's charity Coram

3 November 2011
British jewellery brand Allumer has joined forces with children’s charity Coram to create a necklace.
Greubel Forsey launches GMT timepiece

3 November 2011
Swiss watch-makers Robert Greubel and Stephen Forsey have launched their first watch with a GMT complication
Nicholas King to create exclusive pieces for Freedom at Topshop

1 November 2011
Jewellery designer Nicholas King will be producing a series of his signature resin pieces for Freedom at Topshop’s designer jewellery boutique.
One to one: Philip Crangi

November 2011
When Philip Crangi’s jewellery ambitions took some knocks in the 1990s, he patiently waited for the world to catch up with his concepts.Laura McCreddie finds out how his business took off in the 2000s
US trade associations call for Kimberley Process improvement

28 October 2011
Jewelers of America (JA) and the Diamond Manufacturers and Importers Association of America (DMIA) are urging the Kimberley Process (KP) to make more progress on key reforms during the upcoming KP Plenary.
Vacheron Constantin to showcase decorative arts at Salon QP

27 October 2011
The Swiss luxury watch brand will be displaying three of its crafts in watchmaking and decorative arts.
Blancpain launches latest diving watch

27 October 2011
The Swiss watch brand Blancpain has unveiled its X Fathoms diving watch.
Garrard gives one designer a chance to shine in store

24 October 2011
This year’s UK Jewellery Awards Designer of the Year Tomasz Donocik has taken over a section of a Garrard store as part of an initiative to promote British design talent.
Master watchmaker George Daniels dies

24 October 2011
English watchmaker George Daniels died on October 21 2011 aged 85.
Piaget breaks another two watch records with its latest Altiplano

21 October 2011
Piaget has launched the Altiplano Skeleton, which at 5.34mm is the world’s thinnest self-winding skeleton model.
Longines launches latest in-store concept

21 October 2011
Swiss watch brand Longines has launched its “super corner” in-store boutique at Fraser Hart in Glasgow
Garrard chooses Tomasz Donocik to launch Tomorrow's Talent initiative

11 October 2011
UK Jewellery Awards Jewellery Designer of the Year Tomasz Donocik has taken over a section of Garrard’s Albermarle Street store as part of an initiative called Tomorrow’s Talent.
Linde Werdelin launches SpidoLite II

7 October 2011
The sports watch brand releases the successor to its SpidoLite and SpidoSpeed models.
Name change for the BJGFF

7 October 2011
The British Jewellery, Giftware and Finishing Federation will be changing its name to the British Allied Trades Federation (BATF) following a decision made at the Federation’s AGM on July 7.
Omega opens its largest boutique in Westfield Stratford

4 October 2011
Swiss luxury watch and jewellery brand Omega opened its largest boutique in Europe today at Westfield Stratford City.
Swatch launches Swatch Touch

28 September 2011
Swatch has launched Swatch Touch, a range of timepieces with big screen LCD dials and touch-sensitive zones to replace push buttons.
Clogau's Ben Roberts receives a highly commended at prestigious awards

28 September 2011
Ben Roberts, managing director of Welsh jewellery brand Clogau, received Highly Commended in the Family Business Director of the Year category at the Institute of Directors’ Director of the Year UK Final.
New launches put Goldsmiths ahead of the curve

23 September 2011
Goldsmiths’s plan to offer customers a point of differentiation from other multiples will be spearheaded with three new launches.
Correction

22 September 2011
In the October issue of Retail Jeweller we printed a story about the revised membership criteria for the Houlden Group
Solange Azagury-Partridge launches collection with film collaboration

21 September 2011
Jewellery designer Solange Azagury-Partridge has launched her latest collection with a short film directed by Turner Prize nominated artist and film director Sam Taylor-Wood.
Cambridge retailer comes top for customer service

20 September 2011
Cambridge jewellery store Catherine Jones has come out top for customer service in Cambridge according to a survey carried about by Skillsmart Retail.
Exhibitors and visitors at Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair positive about 2012

19 September 2011
80% of exhibitors and visitors to the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair were positive about the Chinese market in 2012 with more than 50% stating that the mainland Chinese market will have the highest growth among retail markets for watches and clocks next year.
British Museum adds Sima Vaziry jewellery to its range

19 September 2011
London’s British Museum has added designs from jewellery designer Sima Vaziry’s handmade Afghan and Persian inspired collections to its core range.
Harriet Kelsall named Woman of the Year

15 September 2011
Harriet Kelsall, managing director of Harriet Kelsall Jewellery Design, was awarded the accolade of Woman of the Year at the Specsavers everywoman in Retail awards on September 14 at a ceremony at the Savoy Hotel, London.
One to one: Tomasz Donocik

October 2011
He may have sought inspiration from a 19th century Russian literature hero but there is nothing outdated about Tomasz Donocik’s designs, as Laura McCreddie finds out
Products with benefits

October 2011
Brands and charities are increasingly working together on new launches. Laura McCreddie looks at why it’s a win-win situation for all concerned
Rising star: Elizabeth Humble

October 2011
Elizabeth Humble on turning the wilds of Scotland into wearable jewellery
Keys, tassels and gold feature at IJL

5 September 2011
Keys, tassels and lots of gold were the top trends spotted at IJL yesterday.
Move for London Jewellery Week 2012

2 September 2011
London Jewellery Week has announced its plans for 2012.
Gold demand in India could cause price hike

2 September 2011
Demand for gold in India could cause the price of the yellow metal to rise even higher, according to a report from Sky news.
Dead cool: Taxidermy in jewellery

September 2011
Animals are finding their way into jewellery in unusual styles, as Laura McCreddie discovers
One to one: Kleshna Handel

September 2011
It was an appearance on The X Factor that put Kleshna’s work in the spotlight but this isn’t a tale of fame found overnight, as Laura McCreddie discovers
Stores struggle to repair damage following riots

25 August 2011
A lack of contractors has delayed retailers reopening after the riots across the UK at the beginning of August.
Goldsmith’s to open boutique concept at Westfield Stratford

25 August 2011
Pandora joins Vogue's Fashion Night Out

23 August 2011
Pandora’s Oxford Street store will take part in Vogue’s Fashion Night Out
Give your opinion on London Jewellery Week

23 August 2011
London Jewellery Week’s directors are looking for feedback from the industry in order to make the 2012 event better than ever.
Michele Sofisti has been appointed as CEO of Sowind Group

18 August 2011
Michele Sofisti has been appointed as CEO of Sowind Group
Fei Liu to promote young British talent in China

16 August 2011
British jewellery designer Fei Liu has launched an initiative to promote young British design talent in China.
Retail Trust sets up twitter link to raise money for retailers affected by riots

12 August 2011
Retail Trust has kickstarted the #highstheroes campaign to raise money for retailers affected by the riots.
Folli Follie to open in Westfield Stratford

11 August 2011
Greek fashion jewellery and accessories brand Folli Follie be opening at Westfield Stratford on September 13
Cardiff retailers to close early tonight as a riot precaution

10 August 2011
Cardiff shopkeepers will close early again today as a precaution after riots spread from London across the UK last night.
Gold prices reach parity with platinum

9 August 2011
Gold prices reach parity with platinum for the first time since 2008
Cash Converters to share information with Met

4 August 2011
Cash Converters are to share information with the Metropolitan Police about gold and suspicious goods being brought into its stores.
Seiko launches 130th website

3 August 2011
Seiko has created a website to celebrate its achievements over its 130 years in the industry
Retailers blame sales tactics and a failure to replicate the bead phenomenon for Pandora’s shares slump

3 August 2011
Retailers unsurprised by Pandora’s sales decline and blame aggressive sales tactics and the tailing-off of the bead craze
Trollbeads launches autumn collection

3 August 2011
Trollbeads has launched its Debut bracelets for autumn.
Holition and Tatler collaborate

2 August 2011
Holition and Tatler collaboration allows readers to try on £10m worth of jewellery
Hallmarking to remain after widespread industry support

28 July 2011
Hallmarking will not be scrapped following massive support from the industry, according to the results of the retail section of the Government’s Red Tape Challenge announced today by business secretary Vince Cable.
Binda Group relaunches Hip Hop watches

27 July 2011
The Binda Group has relaunched its Hip Hop watches.
Harriet Kelsall gets her second award nomination of the year

26 July 2011
Harriet Kelsall, 2011 UK Jewellery Award winner for Business Initiative of the Year, is a finalist in the Entrepreneur of the Year category for the 2011 Specsavers Everywoman in Retail Awards.
Simon Carter launches platinum-plated women's collection

25 July 2011
Menswear and accessories designer Simon Carter has launched a platinum-plated women’s jewellery collection.
Clogau Gold shortlisted for travel retail awards

21 July 2011
Welsh jewellery brand Clogau Gold has been shortlisted in two categories for the 27th Frontier Awards 2011.
Ethical brand Chavin soon to launch

21 July 2011
Soon to be launched ethical brand Chavin is hoping to prove that ethics can be an integral part of large-scale jewellery manufacturing.
Pass it on: pre-owned market

August 2011
Pre-owned watches are flying out of retailers’ stores. Laura McCreddie looks at their appeal.
Gold breaks the $1600 barrier

19 July 2011
Gold has broken the $1600 barrier today when it went to a nominal peak of $1609.51 per troy ounce before settling back to $1603 by mid-morning.
WB Creative Jewellery Group launches new company Advalorem

18 July 2011
WB Creative Jewellery Group, which comprises fine jewellery and mount producer Domino and jewellery solutions company Weston Beamor, has announced the creation of new company Advalorem, within the group.
The big picture: product placement

July 2011
Wayne’s World may have satirised brands but getting yours on a film or TV show can give business a boost. Laura McCreddie looks at how jewellery and watch companies are gaining exposure.
If you're not on the list...

July 2011
Although an independent jeweller might be a customer’s retailer of choice, in the case of insurance claims they can’t always shop where they want. Laura McCreddie looks at the issue of ‘preferred suppliers’.
Rising star: Momoko Tamura

July 2011
Shot bats, handcuffed bears and beheaded rabbits - welcome to the wonderful world of Momocreatura.
Sekonda to feature on Britain's Next Top Model

27 June 2011
Sekonda has launched its first ever limited edition watch called Partytime to coincide with the next series of Britain and Ireland’s Next Top Model (BINTM).
Ganjam to host event at Platform

23 June 2011
Indian jewellery brand Ganjam will be hosting a two-day exhibition at Platform in London’s Hatton Garden.
Annoushka Ducas launches Art At Annoushka

8 June 2011
Last night Annoushka Ducas launched Art At Annoushka, debuting Precious, the first show in the exhibition series she is staging over the course of 2011 at her 41 Cadogan Gardens flagship.
London Jewellery Week kicks off with glamorous launch

7 June 2011
London Jewellery Week was officially launched at a glamorous cocktail party at The May Fair Hotel last night.
Her dark materials: Bjørg Nordli-Mathisen

June 2011
Bjørg Nordli-Mathisen’s gothic offerings are a stroke of genius from Norway. By Laura McCreddie.
Stone gods: Diamond trends

June 2011
While diamonds are being used in less classic settings, they remain one of the most desirable stones. Laura McCreddie looks at their allure, changing trends and the rise of synthetics.
Store of the month: Omega

June 2011
Oozing understated chic, Omega’s new flagship on Regent Street is a perfect example of how to represent the aesthetic of a brand in a store.
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
Challenging year for platinum to be offset by bridal demand

16 May 2011
Precious metals assayer Johnson Matthey has forecast another challenging year for platinum following the publication of its 2011 report.
Not Just A Label relaunches website

11 May 2011
Today fashion-forward e-tailer Not Just A Label has relaunched its website. There will be added features for improved navigation, an updated online shop and an enhanced directory make the new site a state-of-the-art resource for media, press, designers, consumers and aficionados.
One to one: Pippa Small

May 2011
She started out as an anthropologist and is now a renowned jeweller who helps indigenous communities become self-sufficient through their crafts. Laura McCreddie meets Pippa Small
London Diamond Bourse president dies

8 April 2011
Freddy Hager, World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) deputy treasurer general and president of the London Diamond Bourse died yesterday at his home.
BASELWORD 2011 PREVIEW: Women's watches

April 2011
From small and diamond-encrusted to larger than life, Laura McCreddie picks her choice of women’s watches to exhibit at this year’s fair
One to one: Juliet Hutton-Squire and Maia Adams (Adorn)

April 2011
Juliet Hutton-Squire and Maia Adams are on a mission to educate both consumers and the industry about the role fashion has to play in jewellery. They tell Laura McCreddie how Adorn is doing it
The sum of many parts: Lunn's

April 2011
Lunn’s has been a Belfast staple for years, and director John Lunn says it’s all down to teamwork
PICTURE GALLERY: The entirely transparent Quinting

11 March 2011
It took five engineers, seven years of research and development and over $15m of investment to get Quniting off the ground, but it was certainly worth it. The brand’s USP is it is entirely transparent.
LVMH to take control of Bulgari

7 March 2011
LVMH has announced today that it is to take control of the Italian family jewellery and luxury goods company Bulgari.
The Houlden Group lays out plans to be more than a buying group

23 February 2011
The Houlden Group chairman Stuart Laing started the Group’s 2011 meeting by urging members to start thinking of Houlden as more than a buying group.
Ahead of their time: SIHH Review

March 2011
We take a look at some of the trends that emerged from this year’s luxury watch show SIHH.
Bank of England holds interest rate

10 February 2011
The Bank of England decided not to raise interest rates today from their historic low of 0.5%.
Designers hit by copycats

February 2011
Intellectual property law is supposed to be there to protect designers, but many in the jewellery world are finding it difficult to fathom. Laura McCreddie investigates
Global markets: Brave new world

February 2011
Jewellery and watch brands are increasingly looking beyond their native countries when it comes to expansion. We pin down the markets that are driving growth in this sector
One to One: Peter Lang

February 2011
Peter Lang’s fashion jewellery brand is hot property in Australia, but in the UK market he is just starting out. Laura McCreddie talks to him
SIHH preview: Time is money

February 2011
As the 21st SIHH approaches, Laura McCreddie gets a preview of what some of the brands will be offering
Rare Tag Heuer smashes price estimate at Bonhams auction

24 December 2010
An extremely rare 1974 Monaco with black PVD coated case from Tag Heuer sold for £48,000 at Bonhams on December 15.
Abbeycrest warns of below expectation full year performance

17 December 2010
Jewellery group Abbeycrest has warned that its full year trading performance will be substantially lower that expected, meaning the company could breach present covenants with its senior lenders, Burdale Financial.
Experts decide winning cuff designs for The BJA Award 2011

8 December 2010
The two winning cuff designs for The British Jewellers’ Association’s (BJA) annual cuff competition have been chosen.
Hallmark design images in Retail Jeweller's January issue

1 December 2010
Please be aware that the shop interior images on p31 of the recent issue of Retail Jeweller were designed and constructed by Hallmark Design and Shopfitting Limited, not Miller Brown.
Stephen Webster previews his Seven Deadly Sins collection

30 November 2010
Stephen Webster gave a select group of people a preview of his Seven Deadly Sins ring collection at EC One on November 25.
In with the new: 2011 trends

January 2011
January is an ideal time to make changes to your business, so Laura McCreddie and James Knowles preview the trends for the year ahead to help you get it right
A history not to be repeated: Horology

January 2011
While British watchmaking is now enjoying a renaissance, its dramatic decline in the 19th century shouldn’t be forgotten. Laura McCreddie reprises her lecture on the topic from industry event Salon QP
One to one: Nicola Gewirtz

January 2011
Nicola Gewirtz’s 30th birthday marked the start of her business and, 10 years on, Lola Rose is still going strong. She tells Laura McCreddie how the brand came about
Rising star: Jasmine Alexander

January 2011
Jasmine Alexander uses her jewellery to challenge and subvert the conventional
Lola Rose brings back pendant in honour of Royal engagement

16 November 2010
In honour of the Royal engagement Lola Rose will be bringing back its Open Heart pendant.
Pandora's Q3 results exceed expectations

11 November 2010
Fashion jewellery and watch brand Pandora released its third quarter results today. The brand has reported an operating profit of 743m DKK (£85m), which exceeded consensus by 47% and the expectations of Nordic investment banking partnership ABG Sundal Collier by 102%.
Horological Directory 2011

1 November 2010
The absolutely definitive resource for anyone who has any connection to horology is back.
Style and substance: Fashion

November 2010
Knowing what is happening in the world of fashion could help you appeal to a wider client base. Laura McCreddie finds out how
BRC responds to Osborne's Comprehensive Spending Review

20 October 2010
Retailers demand more detail following Chancellor George Osborne’s Comprehensive Spending Review announced in a speech beginning today at 12.30 in the House of Commons.
London Pearl Company announces management buyout

13 October 2010
London Pearl Company, one of the industry’s largest pearl suppliers, has had a management buyout.
Pandora shares leap by 25% but analyst advises caution

7 October 2010
A financial analyst has advised investors not to sell too quickly after Pandora shares leapt by 25% on its first day of trading on the Copenhagen stock exchange.
One to one: Peter Stas

October 2010
Swiss watch brand Frédérique Constant has carved a niche in the market by staying true to the classic style it launched with in the 1980s. Laura McCreddie catches up with its founder Peter Stas
Purpose maid: Bridesmaids' gifts

October 2010
A silver bracelet just won’t suffice for a bridesmaids’ gift anymore. Laura McCreddie explores alternative options for the entourage
Ringing the changes: Bespoke rings

October 2010
Off the peg no longer suffices for wedding rings. A bespoke service, or something out of the ordinary, is what customers want. Laura McCreddie reports
Stock choices for hard times

October 2010
As the recession causes retailers to become more circumspect, some are using mass market names to draw in customers. But how do they ensure they still champion new designers? By Laura McCreddie
Pandora set to reposition as it eyes global expansion

23 September 2010
Fashion jewellery brand Pandora has set its sights on a global turnover of $2bn (£1.3bn) by 2013.
One to one: Dennis Perry

September 2010
Although it was started in 1875, Bulova is not an outmoded antiquity but a relevant, vibrant part of today’s watch industry. Laura McCreddie talks to its president, Dennis Perry
Rising star: Alexander Davis

September 2010
New Designer of the Year at the UK Jewellery Awards talks science, DNA and furniture
Selling strategies: Ticking boxes

September 2010
Appeal to a watch collector and you could have a client for life. Laura McCreddie finds out how
Best of British: British watches

August 2010
British watchmaking is making a comeback more than 150 years after its zenith, says Laura McCreddie
Different strokes: the past year's biggest shifts in watches

August 2010
Things are changing in the world of watches, allowing your customers to transform too. Jenni Middleton and Laura McCreddie look at the past year’s biggest shifts
Man who made Swatch no 1: Nicolas Hayek obituary

August 2010
Nicolas Hayek revived Swiss watchmaking and drove the Swatch phenomenon
Rising star: Katie Rowland

August 2010
Katie Rowland is living her girlhood dream, but she is still set on jewellery stardom
Theo Fennell aims to kick-start profits with affordable range

29 June 2010
Jeweller Theo Fennell is preparing to launch a cheaper line of jewellery, as part of its strategy to revitalise profits.
Coutts's withdrawal fails to damage London Jewellery Week

15 June 2010
Coutts’s decision to withdraw its financial backing from London Jewellery Week has actually made the event better, according to one of its directors.
Thomas Tompion pocket watch discovered

15 June 2010
A pocket watch by Thomas Tompion, the man considered to be the father of British horology, has been discovered.
QVC to air Rising Gems to coincide with London Jewellery Week

10 June 2010
TV shopping channel QVC will be airing its Rising Gems segment on Friday June 11 at 7pm to coincide with London Jewellery Week.
A trend for the sentimental?

2 June 2010
The recession has left consumers clinging to familiarity, which has translated to a sentimental influence in their shopping choices. So should jewellers be investing in this trend? Laura McCreddie investigates
LVMH reports first quarter growth

14 April 2010
LVMH Watches & jewellery revenues for the first quarter of 2010 Luxury goods group LVMH has recorded a first quarter revenues of €4.5bn.
Paloma Picasso celebrates with new collection

14 April 2010
Paloma Picasso celebrates 30 years of designing for Tiffany with the creation of a new collection.
RJ Baselworld blog update: Pocket watches

19 March 2010
Pocket watches look set to be a huge trend this year if what we're seeing at Baselworld is anything to go by.
Boucheron reveals its LadyHawk watch at Baselworld

19 March 2010
Boucheron has unveiled its latest watch using Girard-Perregaux movements at Baselworld 2010.

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