Bridal focus
Bridal focus
Bridal trends 2011/12: The finishing touches
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
This year's love: The RJ bridal focus
It’s only one day, but get the service right for a client’s wedding and you could have a customer for life. Opening our bridal special, we take a look at this year’s trends
Ringing the changes: Bespoke rings
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
Heavenly match: Bridal fairs
Bridal shows act as the perfect matchmaker for retailers looking to boost sales, and clients keen to splash out on their big day. James Knowles reports
On a shoestring: Budget options
With the economy under strain, not all couples have money to burn on their wedding. We look at how you can offer them something special that won’t break the bank
Decent proposals: Engagements
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
Purpose maid: Bridesmaids' gifts
A silver bracelet just won’t suffice for a bridesmaids’ gift anymore. Laura McCreddie explores alternative options for the entourage
Bridal jewellery news
Gecko Jewellery promotes pearls for bridal attire
Gecko Jewellery presents pearls in its Spring Wedding Belles collection.
Catherine Jones to give away £2,000 ring at Royal Wedding-related fair
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.
Retail Jeweller celebrates best in class at UK Jewellery Awards 2010
Retail Jeweller recognised the best of the UK watch and jewellery industry at the UK Jewellery Awards 2010 last night.
Nicholas James to host Jewellery Week events
Nicholas James will showcase its Embrace collection during Jewellery Week, June 7 to 13.
European demand for platinum and palladium buoyed by bridal market
Demand for platinum and palladium in Europe was buoyed in 2009 by their increasing popularity as metals used to produce wedding bands.
Brides invest in rings despite recession
Jewellery retailers have reported that brides are bucking the trend for trading down in the credit crunch and are still opting for investment wedding rings.
