Professional Jeweller

30/10/2024

Delivering the Autumn Budget 2024, Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves announced 40% relief on business rates for the retail, hospitality, and leisure sectors to help high streets and drive economic growth.

However, businesses will still face significant costs with employer National Insurance contributions rising to 15% to support a £40b rise in taxes.

The chancellor stated that these decisions factored into a "long-term modern industrial strategy" which will create "an economy that is growing"

29/10/2024

Has your business launched a new collection in 2024? Have you seen exceptional success with one of your jewellery ranges? If the answer is 'yes', then we want to hear from you!

Professional Jeweller is once again celebrating the bestselling ranges of 2024 with our annual Collections of the Year. We want to celebrate those collections that have exceeded expectations in terms of design, quality, and sales. We've extended the deadline to Sunday 3 November - so don't miss your chance to nominate for Collections of the Year 2024.

The 2024 nominations process for Professional Jeweller’s Collections of the Year has been extended to Sunday 3 November

09/09/2024

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09/09/2024

When in Vicenza, it’s a good idea to visit the Jewellery Museum which is located inside the Palladian Basilica.

This project was first developed by Italian Exhibition Group in partnership with the City Council of Vicenza. The Museum is curated by Alba Cappellieri. You‘ll find there an original, varied aesthetic and educational jewellery experience, enhancing items with ancient origins, deeply rooted in human culture.

07/09/2024

Novelties of Faberge: The ring is from the “Fabergé x Beetlejuice“ fine jewellery collection which was designed in partnership with Tim Burton and Colleen Attwood. The gorgeous jewellery watch is from Faberge‘s new „Color of Love“ watch collection.

23/08/2024

We are excited to welcome everyone to the PJ Awards on Sunday 1 September!

A Guest List will be in place so no need to bring anything else with you Just confirm your name and company name on entry!

20/08/2024

INNOVATION WEEK AW24: Hueb

Each piece of Hueb jewellery narrates a tale of tradition and creativity, crafted with boundless imagination and technical mastery



https://www.professionaljeweller.com/innovation-week-aw24-hueb/

12/08/2024

Spring & Autumn Fair are giving away £500 to spend with one of their incredible suppliers at Autumn Fair 2024!🤩

One lucky winner will receive a £500 voucher🎫, to use at Autumn Fair from 1st – 4th September. Your voucher will be redeemable with any supplier at Autumn Fair.

To stand a chance to win, simply register for your free ticket to Autumn Fair 2024 before midnight on 16th August 2024:

https://www.autumnfair.com/visitor-registration

08/08/2024

German jewellery and watch brand Thomas Sabo is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2024. CEO Bernd Stadlwieser sits down with Rebecca Butler to discuss the brand’s heritage, and how this is informing the future of the business…

PJ looks back at the heritage and history of THOMAS SABO, as the German brand celebrates four decades of jewellery design

07/08/2024

The Royal Mint’s latest business venture will see the company process up to 4,000 tonnes of printed circuit boards (PCBs) per year, recovering high purity gold from e-waste in a bid to establish more sustainable industry practices.

A pioneering new factory extracting gold from electronic circuit boards will reduce The Royal Mint's reliance on traditional mining

06/08/2024

The recently-renovated, state-of-the-art DMR Jewellery showroom on Railway Street in Altrincham offers bespoke services and solidifies the independent retailer’s position as a specialist in engagement and bridal on the high street.

The renovated David M Robinson (DMR) showroom in Altrincham, Manchester, brings bespoke services to the high street in a luxury setting

05/08/2024

Demi-fine jewellery brand Monica Vinader launches first fully traceable aquamarine collection in partnership with Zimbaqua.

Demi-fine jewellery brand Monica Vinader launches first fully traceable aquamarine collection in partnership with Zimbaqua

19/07/2024

Kiki McDonough celebrates 20 years of detachables with limited edition capsule



https://www.professionaljeweller.com/kiki-mcdonough-celebrates-20-years-of-detachables-with-limited-edition-capsule/

18/07/2024

For the first time in six years, Austen & Blake will offer an ethical range in five of its stores with the high street launch of Sacet ’s sustainable jewellery.

For the first time in six years, Austen & Blake will offer an ethical range in five of its stores with the high street launch of Sacet’s sustainable jewellery

17/07/2024

SWAROVSKI has appointed Grammy Award-winning singer and actress Ariana Grande as its new brand ambassador and face of the House.



https://www.professionaljeweller.com/ariana-grande-named-swarovski-brand-ambassador

Swarovski has appointed Grammy Award-winning singer and actress Ariana Grande as its new brand ambassador and face of the House

16/07/2024

Hugh Rice the Jewellers' Toll Gavel location will close its doors by the end of the year in a ‘strategic’ move for the retailer.

The retailer’s Toll Gavel location will close its doors by the end of the year in a ‘strategic’ move for Hugh Rice

15/07/2024

Marco Bicego enlists industry expert for newly-created brand director role

Romain Milaret has been appointed as Marco Bicego’s brand director for the UK and Ireland, following the company’s increased commitment to enhancing its commercial capabilities. Mr Milaret is a graduate of Brighton Business School’s Business Administration course, and has spent over 15 years i...

15/07/2024

Pandora’s net-zero climate goal gains validation

Jewellery giant hails significant milestone in its sustainability journey

Pandora’s target to become a net-zero business by 2040 has been validated by corporate climate action organisation Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The validation marks a significant milestone in Pandora’s sustainability journey. It affirms the company’s ambition to decarbonise at the ...

08/07/2024

LA start-up reveals deeply personal story behind jewelry venture

Founder of OliviaR is planning to grow product portfolio as she discusses the inspiration behind her first collection

Founder of OliviaR is planning to grow product portfolio as she discusses the inspiration behind her first collection

08/07/2024

Saks Fifth Avenue parent creates luxury retail beast with $2.65 billion Neiman Marcus Group deal

Monster transaction brings together three iconic luxury destinations supported by a portfolio of prime retail real estate assets in top-tier luxury locations

08/07/2024

Lunn's Jewellers eyes flagship store expansion in Northern Ireland

Third generation family business has submitted planning to expand its retail space in Queen's Arcade Belfast

Third generation family business has submitted planning to expand its retail space in Queen's Arcade

08/07/2024

Diamond prices drop as synthetics continue to take market share
Sales fell at a sharper rate due to weak demand, leading to an oversupply and pressure to sell



https://www.professionaljeweller.com/diamond-prices-drop-as-synthetics-continue-to-take-market-share/

08/07/2024

‘Broken’ business rates system the first retail test for Labour



https://www.professionaljeweller.com/broken-business-rates-system-the-first-retail-test-for-labour/

08/07/2024

💥PJ DE💥 July Cover Star

08/07/2024

💥PJ USA💥 July Cover Star Reinhold Jewelers is the MVP of Puerto Rico