From influential executives to innovative designers, we pay tribute to the people we said goodbye to this year.
Simon G. Jewelry is ‘Committed’ This Year
The jewelry brand has launched a year-long marketing initiative that includes an influencer campaign and social component.

Glendale, Calif.—Simon G. Jewelry is showing its customers its commitment to celebrating what’s important to them with the launch of an ad campaign this spring.
Through “Committed,” Simon G. said it’s expressing its commitment to quality, love, unity, kindness and more.
Designed to have a bold, modern aesthetic that “illustrates Simon G.’s pride in sophisticated style, high-design and unique brand positioning,” the campaign features fashion-forward videos and photographs.
It also will include an influencer campaign—in which the brand will partner with a variety of influencers in the fashion, beauty and design space and ask them to share something special to which they’re committed—and content on the Simon G. Jewelry website and social media platforms.
The direction of the campaign was spearheaded by creative director Amir Zia, who also has worked with the repositioning of such brands as David Yurman, Stuart Weitzman and, most recently, Ippolita and its campaign featuring Kendall Jenner.
“Through ‘Committed,’ I wanted to embrace the passion and creativity behind Simon G. Jewelry and showcase a fresh take on the brand that hasn’t been exposed,” he said.
The first images appeared in the April issue of Marie Claire. They also appear in the May issue and will show up in a few more throughout the remainder of the year.
The campaign will run for a year and is available for retail partners to use.
“My father established Simon G. Jewelry as a leader in the industry, widely known for its timeless, exceptional jewelry,” CEO Zaven Ghanimian said. “It’s important to me that we build upon that foundation by continuing to evolve, break the mold and remain leaders in our industry. We’re proud to share this campaign with our dedicated customers, retailers and peers.”
The Latest

The retailer is expanding into areas with large Indian and South Asian populations.

The Italian brand has opened its first flagship amid the peaks of the Dolomites in Madonna di Campiglio, Italy.

How Jewelers of America’s 20 Under 40 are leading to ensure a brighter future for the jewelry industry.

The new curation at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County showcases rare gem and mineral specimens in their uncut, natural state.


The couple pleaded guilty to concealing at least $127 million in cash transactions at its precious metals businesses.

Consumers shared concerns about prices, inflation, tariffs, trade, and politics in the survey’s write-in response section.

Roseco’s 704-page catalog showcases new lab-grown diamonds, findings, tools & more—available in print or interactive digital editions.

In February 2026, the auction house will move its headquarters to the former Steinway Hall, a neoclassical landmark on Billionaires’ Row.

The new show will take place Jan. 23-25, 2026.

The former BHP Billiton leader and Gemfields chairman is remembered for his influential leadership throughout his 50-year mining career.

The LVMH-owned brand has partnered with the costume design union to revamp its award for 2026.

The luxury titan inked a deal to acquire an initial minority stake in the jewelry manufacturer with a pathway to full ownership by 2032.

The company’s curation of unsigned vintage and estate jewelry debuted at the Bloomingdale’s in Costa Mesa, California.

In the recent multi-shipment seizure, CBP also found counterfeit Audemars Piguet, Moncler, and Chrome Hearts items.

Helzberg’s Chief Retail Officer Mitch Maggart shared details about its tests of a new store concept rooted in an elevated luxury experience.

Jewelers of America execs and National Jeweler editors discuss tariffs, the sky-high gold price, and the engagement that broke the internet.

The luxury goods company said founder Ippolita Rostagno will remain at the brand’s helm.

Laura Burdese, who joined the Italian luxury brand in 2022, will take on the role in July.

The National Jeweler editors revisit the most noteworthy industry happenings and design trends from 2025.

Need a gift for the cat lover who has everything? Look no further than our latest Piece of the Week.

It purchased the “Grosse Pièce,” an ultra-complicated Audemars Piguet pocket watch from the ‘20s, for a record-breaking price at Sotheby’s.

The lab-grown diamond grower now offers custom engagement and fashion jewelry through its Kira Custom Lab Jewelry service.

Chandler got his start at Michelson Jewelers and has served as DCA president and CEO since 2001. He will retire at the end of the month.

The boutique is slated to open this week inside Terminal 8, offering pre-owned Rolex watches and more to international travelers.

Sponsored by Digital Monitoring Products

The special-edition egg pendant ingested in a New Zealand jewelry store was recovered after a six-day wait.





















