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The National Jeweler editors discuss the hot topics, best jewels, and current trends that stood out during Jewelry Market Week.
On June 11, three of the four National Jeweler editors Michelle Graff, Lenore Fedow, and Lauren McLemore came together to recap the trends, education sessions, hot topics (like lab-grown diamonds and the price of gold), and more.
The team also shared perspectives from the notes of first-time show attendee Natalie Francisco, who joined the National Jeweler team in March and is covering fashion.
Graff discussed her interview with De Beers CEO Al Cook and the miner’s mid-show announcement, while Fedow shared an update from her conversation with another executive, Watches of Switzerland CEO Brian Duffy.
McLemore broke down the color trends seen throughout the show floor, and the editors together highlighted their favorite appointments and the jewels they’re still thinking about post-show.
Watch the full episode above or on the National Jeweler YouTube channel.
“My Next Question” will take a summer hiatus, returning with all-new guests and topics in September.
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