Bochic is introducing its new Core collection and additions to its one-of-a-kind line for fall 2014, both of which will feature gemstone-laden pieces.

Brecken Branstrator

Events in the jewelry industry were all over the map this week, including a cocktail reception to launch a jeweler’s partnership with an art museum in Florida, a press preview in New York and a professional athlete stepping out at a Rado store in London.

Michelle Graff

Based in Boulder, Colo., designer Todd Reed is known for his unique and recognizable work with rough diamonds and gold. But he doesn’t stop there in paving a different path.

If there’s one thing we know about the Millennial bridal consumer, it’s the importance of personalization--having a unique piece of jewelry with a story behind it.

A gem-laden Easter egg hunt, a Farimined gold trophy by Chopard and jewelry at the MTV Movie Awards are among the jewelry-related events that happened around the globe this week.

Michelle Graff

Born and raised in Manhattan, Pamela Froman graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York before settling in Paris to design jewelry for top couturier salons.

Brecken Branstrator

The kickoff of Conclave, a Blue Book unveiling for Tiffany & Co. and a cruise for Pandora fans were among the jewelry-related events this week.

Michelle Graff

The jewelry industry was abuzz with events this week, spanning one coast to the other.

Michelle Graff

The Couture show includes nearly 60 new exhibitors this year, bringing in brands from cities and towns around the world.

The Kentucky Derby, the annual gala at the Met, a fundraiser in Los Angeles and a WJA Chat & Chill event made for a busy week.

Michelle Graff

In just a couple of weeks, the industry will converge on Las Vegas to view the latest trends and refresh their merchandise.

Members of the jewelry industry cleaning the streets, a fashion illustrator painting Jaeger LeCoultre’s new collection the way she sees it and a trunk show in Florida were among the visual highlights of the week.

Michelle Graff

Taking on an apprenticeship with tiara makers and jewelers when he was 15, the training designer Ray Griffiths received in his youth has translated into the “crownwork” style he incorporates into his jewelry today.

After gaining industry experience through her work at a major department store, the renowned Fred Joaillier of Paris, and David Webb, Katy Briscoe established her own full-service jewelry company in 1994.

Brecken Branstrator

For the past week and a half, the industry has been busy in Sin City.

Michelle Graff

Hearts on Fire introduced a range of new bridal and fashion platinum rings for 2014, many of which debuted at the recent Couture show in Las Vegas.

There aren’t many in the jewelry industry who can say they’ve met HRH the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton.

Michelle Graff

Design duo Dharmesh and Namrata Kothari launched Syna in 2003.

Brecken Branstrator

A luncheon with a famous designer, a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a Georgia jeweler and a corporate social responsibility promise in Mumbai are among the recent events in the industry.

Michelle Graff

Designer Katey Brunini is celebrating the 15th anniversary of her eponymous brand with the “Chains of Love” collection, which offers sterling silver and gold pieces textured to resemble twigs and includes earrings, rings, bracelets and necklaces.

From the red carpet to the streets of Manhattan, statement necklaces have been a hot trend as of late, adding pizzazz and oomph to all kinds of outfits, from cocktail dresses to office wear.

This week’s slideshow has an international, even universal, flair.

Michelle Graff

Award-winning San Francisco-based Yael Designs creates its standout pieces with recycled gold and designs them to be elegant and expressive pieces of fine jewelry, according to the company.

Brecken Branstrator

A jewelry show and an education program in India and viewings of new designs and 3-D printed jewelry in New York were among the happenings in the industry this week.

Michelle Graff

New York City dominates this week’s slideshow, as many in the industry flocked to Manhattan for the usual slate of summer events.

Michelle Graff