A challenging retail environment was offset by selective price increases and source improvements in the supply chain to slightly bump sales for Movado in its second quarter.
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For many of us, Lego bricks were a part of our childhood, affording us fond memories of immense discomfort and pain after stepping on a loose one buried in the carpet.

The WJA’s annual event will offer attendees not only the chance to network, but also apply for or renew their memberships for the one-time price of $99.
Fedesmeraldas, the Colombian Emerald Federation, is organizing the first international gathering of emerald-producing countries this fall to address issues facing the industry.

Displaying the best part of your brand, building trust and providing value are essential to making social media profitable, Likeable Local’s Evan Seto explains.
Market research company Emarketer said retail sales could reach $885.7 billion in the U.S. in November and December, a nearly 6 percent increase year-over-year.
Upcycling used objects isn’t exactly new or groundbreaking, but when one company finds a way to do it that not only makes cool jewelry but brings together a few things that I think almost everyone loves--music, fashion, sustainability and giving back--I’m all about it.

London Jewelers named a new SVP of business development while the DDC re-elected President Reuven Kaufman for another term.

Called “Seize the Day,” the marketing campaign will use simple taglines and diamond imagery to urge men to buy diamond jewelry as gifts.

With the deadline approaching for retailers to switch their credit card readers to accept the new EMV chip cards, National Jeweler speaks with one expert about what retailers need to do to prepare.

Jacqueline Stone asked a Facebook forum of jewelers if they would outsource their work to companies overseas, and shares the range of responses it drew.
The ASA’s webinar will explore “archaeogemology,” while the CGA’s annual conference focuses on synthetic and enhanced gemstones and their detection.

The jewelry brand has introduced a range of new products for the coming season, including new leather designs and a silver bracelet created by brand ambassador Jennifer Lopez.

Here are the top five stories on NationalJeweler.com from Aug. 16 to 22, 2015, according to Google Analytics.

The manufacturer’s new blog will be regularly updated with content that includes technical tips, how-to videos and look books.
The marketing firm now is an official partner for the technology company, and also has launched a web-based data service called “Stream My Brands.”
The Antiques Young Guns U.S.A. program has added an inaugural award to its offerings, which will be handed out in November during the Pier Antique Show.

Deborah Finleon of DJF Appraisal Services was appointed to associate director of the chair of education at the organization this week.

The retailer will open a new store in a historic building in Auckland, New Zealand late next year, marking the company’s first entry into the country.
All week my best friend, who is six months pregnant and pretty much confined to her home due to the 90-degree-plus heat, has been eagerly texting me links to stories that have been published online following The New York Times article on the workplace culture at Amazon.
An increase in foot traffic helped boost same-store and total sales for Target, Walmart and T.J. Maxx’s parent company in the second quarter.
A recent computer glitch caused the retailer to accidentally issue thousands of dollars in store credit to those in its loyalty program; one customer cashed in on the mistake with jewelry.

Berger & Son has hired a jewelry store designer to help enhance its brand presence and make room for new merchandise as it opens a new, larger store in Sin City.
I love meeting and learning about new designers and collections; it’s one of my favorite parts of this job.
Jewelers Mutual Insurance Co. has updated JM University, the online safety and security training resource first launched in 2005.