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2 weeks ago | 
jewellermagazine.com | Samuel Ord
We all want something no one else has – it’s human nature. With younger consumers increasingly prioritising individuality and personalisation when purchasing jewellery products, it should be no surprise that colour gemstone jewellery sits firmly in the spotlight. Humans have always desired unique possessions. From an evolutionary perspective, rare and scarce resources mean power and a survival advantage.
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2 weeks ago | 
jewellermagazine.com | Samuel Ord
Blundy is the chairman of BB Retail Capital and launched Lovisa as a fashion jewellery chain in 2010 as an ‘extension’ of Diva. Today, Lovisa has nearly 1,000 stores worldwide and operates in around 50 countries. Now, Blundy is taking aim at the fine jewellery market with the launch of ‘Jewells’ in the UK, with seven stores expected to open in the coming weeks.
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2 weeks ago | 
jewellermagazine.com | Samuel Ord
Blundy is the chairman of BB Retail Capital and launched Lovisa as a fashion jewellery chain in 2010 as an ‘extension’ of Diva. Today, Lovisa has nearly 1,000 stores worldwide and operates in around 50 countries. Now, Blundy is taking aim at the fine jewellery market with the launch of ‘Jewells’ in the UK, with seven stores expected to open in the coming weeks.
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2 weeks ago | 
jewellermagazine.com | Samuel Ord
Richemont reported an 8 per cent increase in jewellery sales for the financial year, reaching €15.33 billion ($AUD26.77 billion). Rising revenue was noted in all regions except Asia. Sales among the company’s jewellery brands, which include Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Buccellati, were positive, offsetting declining revenue among watch brands.
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2 weeks ago | 
jewellermagazine.com | Samuel Ord
At the recent Kimberley Process intersessional in Dubai (12-16 May), the African Diamond Producers Association (ADPA) proposed a new definition. In a statement, World Diamond Council president Feriel Zerouki said that this new definition would include an understanding to encompass armed groups, individuals, and entities subject to United Nations Security Council sanctions. “This contribution opened a path forward and brought many stakeholders back to the table,” Zerouki said.
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2 weeks ago | 
jewellermagazine.com | Samuel Ord
Jeweller published a two-part report in April detailing Trump’s long-running association with branded watches. A surprising variety of Trump-inspired watches is available online, some dating back to 1984. More importantly, Trump personally promoted a new company selling branded watches during last year’s US Presidential Election. In recent weeks, a customer from Rhode Island has expressed dismay after purchasing a pink ‘Inauguration First Lady’ model from Trump Watches for $USD640.
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2 weeks ago | 
jewellermagazine.com | Samuel Ord
Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected the leader of the Catholic Church, adopting the chosen name of Pope Leo XIV. This follows the passing of Pope Francis, 88, in April. During his first public mass at St Peter’s Square, Pope Leo XIV received the Fisherman’s Ring as the continuation of a unique jewellery tradition. The Fisherman’s Ring is a signet ring worn by the Pope, a tradition which began in the 13th century.
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2 weeks ago | 
jewellermagazine.com | Samuel Ord
Among the titles are Best Newcomer, Transformation Award, Sales Growth Award, Most Improved, and the Store of the Year Award. Every member of Retail Edge’s Business Coaching program will be entered into the awards, with finalists to be announced on 24 July. Malcolm Scrymgeour explained the value of coaching by drawing a comparison with sports like tennis, where individual excellence is rarely achieved without the support of a strong team working behind the scenes.
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2 weeks ago | 
jewellermagazine.com | Samuel Ord
Earlier this year, Jeweller reported that Nationwide Jewellers, Showcase Jewellers, and the Independent Jewellers Collective have come together to address the shortage of apprentices in the local trade. As explained, the industry is struggling to meet the increasing demand for custom-made jewellery because it has an ageing workforce and an inadequate number of apprentices.
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3 weeks ago | 
jewellermagazine.com | Samuel Ord
Around 400 jobs are expected to be lost as a result of the collapse of Marquee Retail Group, the owner of retailers Colette by Colette Hayman and The Daily Edited. In April 2024, it was announced that Marquee Retail Group had been placed into voluntary administration. This was the second time in four years that administrators had been appointed to Colette, a chain that once had more than 100 stores across Australia and New Zealand.
