Events & Awards

16 New York City Jewelry Week Events to Check Out

Events & AwardsNov 08, 2023

16 New York City Jewelry Week Events to Check Out

From walking tours to design workshops, these are the can’t-miss NYCJW events.

New York City Jewelry Week 2023 logo
New York City Jewelry Week will be held from Nov. 13-19 at venues across the city.
New York—New York City Jewelry Week (NYCJW) kicks off next week, running from Nov. 13-19 at venues across the city.

Co-founders J.B. Jones and Bella Neyman launched NYCJW in 2018 as a way to bring the jewelry industry together and invite the public “behind the diamond curtain.”

The annual week-long event invites attendees into the jewelry world through exhibitions, panel discussions, retail collaborations, and celebrations, with most events available for free.

There are also virtual experiences available for those unable to join in person.

There’s a packed schedule of events this year, so National Jeweler has highlighted a few we think are worth adding to your list.

Monday, Nov. 13
Rago|Wright Auction Preview
Peninsula Hotel, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Auction house Rago|Wright is hosting an auction preview of its “Jewelry and Precious Objects” sale.

The sale, slated for Nov. 29, includes the fine jewelry collection of Hearst Magazines Editorial Director Ellen Levine, described as a “groundbreaking woman in magazine publishing.”

Highlights include jewelry and watches from David Webb, Chopard, Rolex, Burle Marx, Angela Cummings, Bulgari, and Tiffany & Co. objects.

What Makes A Jewelry Icon: (ICON)ography: Past, Present, Future
Museum of Arts and Design theater, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Stellene Volandes, editor-in-chief of Town & Country, will host a panel discussion about “how a piece of jewelry becomes an icon and what makes its creators legendary.”

The panel includes jewelers Solange Azagury-Partridge and Briony Raymond and stylist and editor Malaika Crawford.

Tuesday, Nov. 14
First-Class Trip in the “Made in Italy” Jewelry Tradition: Unlocking the Golden Legacy
The Jewelry Library, 10 to 11 a.m.

Laura Inghirami, a jewelry strategist, lecturer, and the founder of Donna Jewel, will host an in-person talk about the history of Italian iconography and jewelry, taking attendees on a “journey” through Italy’s goldsmith districts.

She will share stories of notable brands as well as emerging talents.

Upholding Traditions: A Conversation With Indigenous Jewelers
Museum of Arts and Design theater, 11 a.m. to 12:10 p.m.

Christian Allaire, an Ojibwe fashion writer for Vogue, will moderate a panel discussion about how contemporary Indigenous jewelers are incorporating their cultural traditions and values into their work.

The panel will include Tania Larsson (Gwich’in), Jennifer Younger (Tlingit), Jeremy Arviso (Diné/Hopi/Gila River Pima/Tohono O’odham), Nanibaa Beck (Dine), and Tiffany Vanderhoop (Haida/Aquinnah Wampanoag).

Women in Jewelry Who Rock: A Portrait Series
The Jewelry Library, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

This evening event will celebrate the “power and brilliance” of women in the jewelry industry who have been included in the portrait series book “Women in Jewelry Who Rock.”

The series was created and curated by Black in Jewelry Coalition co-founder and Vice President Elyssa Jenkins-Pérez and French portrait photographer Alice Prenat, who will sit down for a fireside chat with attendees.

Wednesday, Nov. 15
Jewelry with Purpose: Aligning the Sparkle with Sustainable Development
Consulate General of Peru, 3 to 4 p.m.

Reciprocity, a group of designers who have partnered a network of female artisanal miners in the Peruvian Amazon, has invited representatives from the Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference and the U.N. Fashion and Lifestyle Network to host a panel discussion on sustainability at the Peruvian Consulate.

NYCJW co-founder Jones will lead the talk, featuring panelists Lucie Brigham, chief of office at the UN Office for Partnerships; Susan Wheeler, founder of the Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference; Kerry Bannigan, executive director of the Fashion Impact Fund; and Andrea Jose Castro, jewelry designer and founder of Casa Collab.

Reciprocity will host a few of its own events throughout the week at the Peruvian Consulate.

The Power of Jewelry: A Conversation: Adornment, Expression & the Red Carpet
Gowanus Gallery by Larisa, Brooklyn, 6 to 8 p.m.

In this Brooklyn-based event, Kassandra Lauren Gordon, a London-based multidisciplinary artist, will explore the culture of jewelry, including how it has been used throughout history to express wealth, power, and style, and how it makes a statement on the red carpet.

“This event is perfect for anyone who loves jewelry, fashion, or pop culture. You’ll learn about the latest trends and get expert advice on how to choose and wear jewelry that complements your personal style,” said organizers.

 Related stories will be right here … 

Thursday, Nov. 16
The RealReal x Presley Oldham: An Exclusive In-Store Jewelry Preview
The RealReal at 80 Wooster St., 5 to 7 p.m.

Designer Presley Oldham has partnered with The RealReal on a second collection, taking materials from the retailer that were “unfit for sale” to create his own take on iconic jewelry styles, including a station necklace and a graduated pearl strand.

As part of NYCJW, the collection will be available at The RealReal’s SoHo location.

A display of goods from The RealReal curated by NYCJW co-founders Neyman and Jones will also be available to view.

Soho to Nolita Jewelry Walk: A 1.2-Mile Jewelry Jaunt
Soho and Nolita neighborhoods, 5 to 7 p.m.

Tour organizers will take attendees on a jewelry tour through these New York City neighborhoods, stopping at The RealReal, as well as Atelier D’Emotion, Esqueleto, Noel Guyomarc’h, Heidi Lowe, and Jill Platner.

View the walking tour map here.

(Another jewelry walking tour, this one through the West Village and Meatpacking District neighborhoods, is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 17.)

Friday, Nov. 17
How Precious UA: Coffee with Victoria Gomelsky
Mriya Gallery, 9 to 10 a.m.

Victoria Gomelsky, editor-in-chief of JCK, will host a morning exhibition, presented by The Strong & Precious Art Foundation, about the craftsmanship of contemporary Ukrainian jewelers.

The event features six jewels designed to reflect Ukraine’s current issues.

“It’s a remarkable example of how the traditional Ukrainian jewelry school’s heritage is reimagined through innovative, modern designs,” said organizers.

Jewelry journalist Melanie Grant will host a cocktail reception at the same venue from 6 to 8 p.m.

New York Jewelry Design Institute’s Ring Rendering Workshop: The Art of Basic Jewelry Rendering
New York Jewelry Design Institute, 2 to 3 p.m. and virtual

The New York Jewelry Design Institute is hosting a free one-hour workshop to teach students basic jewelry rendering techniques. It is also available virtually.

“This workshop is your gateway to gaining new skills and creating a portfolio that can help you get a job in the jewelry industry,” said organizers.

Saturday, Nov. 18
Museum Highlights: An Introduction to The Met Collection Journey Through Time
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is hosting a curated tour of its collection, including jewelry, metalwork, and other adornments.

Attendees will need a ticket for this event, which will grant them general admission to the museum for the rest of the day.

This event also takes place on Thursday, Nov. 16 from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m.

Documenting the Nameplate: Crafting an Iconic Jewelry Style
Bargain Bazaar Inc., Brooklyn, 1 to 3 p.m.

Authors Marcel Rosa-Salas and Isabel Attyah Flower will host this immersive event inside Downtown Brooklyn jewelry store Bargain Bazaar Inc., which organizers called “one of the first and last standing storefronts for hip-hop jewelry in New York City.”

Attendees can see how nameplates are created while learning about their history and evolution.

Meet the Artist: Ariana Embirikos
Fitzgerald Jewelry, Brooklyn, 3 to 6 p.m.

Jewelry designer Ariana Embirikos is showing her new collection at Fitzgerald Jewelry in Brooklyn’s Williamsburg neighborhood.

The “Why So Spicy” collection is “a statement collection announcing that timeless subtle elegance is enhanced with a little and sometimes a lot of spice.”

Embirikos was one of the designers featured in the collaboration between Muzo and NYCJW’s “Here We Are” initiative, which debuted at Greenwich St. Jewelers last year.

Sunday, Nov. 19
Brunch with the Curators of Adorning America
The Jewelry Library, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

“Adorning America: The History and Legacy of the Schreiner Jewelry Company” features jewelry by “one of North America’s foremost designers of high-end costume jewelry.”

The exhibition opens Friday, Nov. 17 during a separate event, but on Sunday, attendees can join co-curators Eve Townsend and Ariana Bishop for a discussion about collecting vintage costume jewelry and how these jewels can be used to study social history.

Bond Group Art Show + Free Piercings
Bond Hardware Studio, Brooklyn, 6 to 9 p.m.

Bond Hardware Studio is hosting a community gathering centered around art and design, showcasing local artists and designers. Attendees will be offered free piercings, flash tattoos, tooth gems, and other forms of body adornment and modification. 

This event is also taking place Saturday, Nov. 18 from 6 to 9 p.m.

For more information about NYCJW, visit the event website.

The Latest

Lugano Diamonds store in Greenwich, Connecticut
IndependentsMay 09, 2025
Lugano Diamonds CEO Resigns Amid Internal Investigation

Moti Ferder stepped down Wednesday and will not receive any severance pay, parent company Compass Diversified said.

Coeur Percé Scapular Necklace and Love Baby Locket
CollectionsMay 09, 2025
Pieces of the Week: Marie Lichtenberg’s Collaborations for Mother’s Day

Lichtenberg partnered with luxury platform Mytheresa on two designs honoring the connection between mothers and daughters.

Gemfields emeralds
SourcingMay 09, 2025
Gemfields Resumes Emerald Mining in Zambia

The miner announced plans to recommence open-pit mining at Kagem.

antique_Vegas_2024_by_headshot_stories_9454.jpg
Brought to you by
Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show: Showcasing the Most Collectible Merchandise from Across the Globe

Gain access to the most exclusive and coveted antique pieces from trusted dealers during Las Vegas Jewelry Week.

Stock image of a man’s hands in handcuffs
CrimeMay 08, 2025
Former NYC Jewelry Store Employee Arrested in 2017 Choking Death of Boss

Michel Desalles allegedly murdered Omid Gholian inside World of Gold N Diamond using zip ties and then fled the country.

Weekly QuizMay 08, 2025
This Week’s Quiz
Test your jewelry news knowledge by answering these questions.
Take the Quiz
2025 Met Gala jewelry
EditorsMay 08, 2025
5 ‘Superfine’ Met Gala Jewelry Moments

Associate Editor Lauren McLemore shares her favorite looks from a night of style inspired by Black dandyism.

instappraise-1.png
Supplier BulletinMay 08, 2025
Instappraise Introduces Game-Changing Trifold Appraisal Format

Sponsored by Instappraise

Supplier Spotlight -Recorded-Webinar.png
Brought to you by
Watch: The Winston Red: GIA Examines the Smithsonian’s Newest Addition

Supplier Spotlight Sponsored by GIA

Brilliant Earth three stone Sabine diamond engagement ring
FinancialsMay 08, 2025
Brilliant Earth Notes an Uptick in Engagement Ring Sales in Q1

CEO Beth Gerstein discussed the company’s bridal bestsellers, the potential impact of tariffs, and the rising price of gold.

Exterior of Margot McKinney Beverly Hills Location
IndependentsMay 08, 2025
Margot McKinney Lands in the U.S. With New Boutique

The brand’s first independent location outside of Australia has opened in Beverly Hills, California.

Cathy Marsh
IndependentsMay 08, 2025
Verragio Announces New Regional Sales Manager

Cathy Marsh will lead the jewelry company’s efforts in the upper Midwest and western United States.

Pandora gold and silver charm bracelet
FinancialsMay 07, 2025
Pandora Posts Strong Q1, Plans for Tariffs

The company has multiple strategies for dealing with tariffs, though its CEO said moving manufacturing to the U.S. is not one of them.

Headshot of Smart Age Solutions CEO Emmanuel Raheb
ColumnistsMay 07, 2025
The Smart Lab: Building a Seasonal Marketing Strategy for Mother’s Day and Beyond

Connecting with your customers throughout the year is key to a successful holiday marketing push.

Gemfields rough emeralds
SourcingMay 07, 2025
Gemfields Says Emerald Sales Improved in Latest Auction

Its commercial-quality emerald sale held last month totaled more than $16 million, up from about $11 million in September 2024.

Logo for “In the Loupe,” Punchmark’s podcast
TechnologyMay 07, 2025
Punchmark’s Latest Podcast Features a Very Special Guest

National Jeweler Editor-in-Chief Michelle Graff joined Michael Burpoe to talk tariffs, consumer confidence, and the sky-high price of gold.

Harwell Godfrey Met Gala brooch with Mediterranean Blue diamond
AuctionsMay 06, 2025
Harwell Godfrey Reimagines 10-Carat Blue Diamond for Met Gala-Ready Brooch

Designer Lauren Harwell Godfrey made the piece as an homage to the 2025 gala’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.”

Sissys Log Cabin Fort Smith Arkansas
IndependentsMay 06, 2025
Sissy's Log Cabin Opens New Store

Located in Fort Smith, it’s the Mid-South jeweler’s first store in Northwest Arkansas.

Gunderson’s Jewelers
IndependentsMay 06, 2025
Gunderson’s Jewelers to Be Featured on ‘World’s Greatest’ TV Series

The episode about the family-owned jeweler will premiere May 17.

Zadok Jewelers Austin store
IndependentsMay 05, 2025
Zadok Jewelers Opens Store in Austin

The Houston-based jeweler’s new 11,000-square-foot showroom will include a Rolex boutique.

Nancy Astor Cartier turquoise and diamond tiara
AuctionsMay 05, 2025
Nancy Astor’s Cartier Tiara Heads to Auction

The turquoise and diamond tiara hasn’t been on the market since it was purchased by Lord Astor in 1930.

David DeCook Crater of Diamonds State Park 3.81-carat brown Duke Diamond
SourcingMay 05, 2025
Crater of Diamonds Yields 4-Carat Brown Diamond

“The Duke Diamond” is the largest diamond registered at the Arkansas park so far this year.

Kraft Mac & Cheese x Ring Concierge Forever Macaroni Necklace
TrendsMay 02, 2025
Ring Concierge, Kraft Partner on Mother’s Day Macaroni Necklace

The childhood craft of making dried pasta necklaces for Mother’s Day is all grown up as the 14-karat gold “Forever Macaroni” necklace.

Angely Martinez emerald Promise ring
CollectionsMay 02, 2025
Piece of the Week: Angely Martinez’s Emerald Promise Ring

Set with May’s birthstone and featuring an earthworm, this ring is a perfect celebration of spring.

Stuller 2025-2026 bridal catalog
MajorsMay 02, 2025
Stuller’s New Bridal Catalog Is Here

“Bridal 2025–2026” includes popular styles and a dedicated section for quick pricing references of lab-grown diamond bridal jewelry.

Americut Gems
SourcingMay 01, 2025
Tariffs & Colored Gemstones: Relying on Stock, Considering the Ripple Effect

Though currently paused, high tariffs threaten many countries where gemstones are mined. Dealers are taking measures now to prepare.

Exterior of new David Yurman store in the Miami Design District
MajorsMay 01, 2025
Peek Inside David Yurman’s New Miami Flagship Store

Located in Miami’s Design District, the 4,000-square-foot store is an homage to David and Sybil Yurman’s artistic roots.

Oscar Heyman emerald and diamond necklace
TrendsMay 01, 2025
Amanda’s Style File: 20 Pieces of Emerald Jewelry for May

May babies are lucky indeed, born in a month awash with fresh colors and celebrated with one of the most coveted colored gemstones.

×

This site uses cookies to give you the best online experience. By continuing to use & browse this site, we assume you agree to our Privacy Policy