While reports from across the country indicate that Valentine’s Day sales were uneven for jewelers, those consumers who were buying went for lower price points, classic diamond pieces and skinny bracelets for stacking.
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The consulting company has added a program to help retailers integrate The Edge data with QuickBook as well as two mentoring programs.
The Berkshire Hathaway-owned manufacturer and marketer has inked a deal to scoop up Chrysalis, a line of stackable bangles adorned with talismans, good luck charms and spiritual symbols.

With the brand now under its belt, executives at Frederick Goldman Inc. are planning to propel the business’s bridal and fashion lines into a more high-end arena and access an expanded base of consumers.
Sales and profits rose in 2014 for the diamond miner and marketer due to ‘solid demand’ in key markets, particularly in the United States.
An article detailing a round of layoffs at Pandora Americas, which includes the U.S., Canada and Latin America, was the top story on National Jeweler last week.

When a customer loves working with a retailer, it means they trust them and most likely would recommend the retailer to their friends. Pat Henneberry shares seven rules for creating this kind of relationship.

Niche magazine has announced the winners of its awards for excellence in fine craftsmanship, including jewelry design.
Marketing tactics, social media strategies and e-commerce are among the topics that will be discussed at the Atlanta Jewelry Show’s University education series.

William Levine, Armenta and Beverly K, along with independent jewelers from New York to Florida, were among the winners at the Scottsdale show.
How about a little love just before Valentine’s Day? Here’s Amazon’s annual list of America’s most romantic cities, based on residents’ purchases of romance-related paraphernalia.
The National Retail Federation predicts that economic growth and lower unemployment rates will help retail industry sales climb 4 percent in 2015, a very slight improvement over last year.
Last year, my trip to Tucson was the first work trip I took as part of the National Jeweler team, and boy was it a quick crash course in colored stones. Since then, I’ve been to a few other places, including Las Vegas, of course, for market week, and San Diego last year for Conclave, all of which were a blast. But Tucson is still one of my favorite trips to take because of all the cool things it has to offer and the massive amounts of stones you can see.

Owner Roberto Chiappelloni said opening a store in New Canaan, Conn. not only brings him closer to many of his clients but allows him to offer a Rolex counter as well.
Jewelry supply distributor Halstead Inc. is calling for applications for its Halstead Grant, which awards new designers with money to help get their business going.

Pantone Color Institute has named the 10 shades that will be standouts in fashion, design and technology this fall, pulled straight from the runways.

Watch and jewelry house Stephen Silver Fine Jewelry has named Andrew Block to the newly created role of president, effective immediately.

After 111 years in business, the Oklahoma City jewelry store is closing its doors.

The president emeritus of Schiffman’s Jewelers died Monday at his home in Greensboro, N.C. following a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.
The Seattle-based e-tailer plans to open a standalone store in one of the country’s “top malls” where customers can see and try on its rings, though they will still have to buy them online.

Fruchtman Marketing is introducing a program at the Smart show this April that gives pre-qualified retailers a free 90-minute strategy session on marketing, digital programs and media planning.

Pat Henneberry, the “Jewelry Coach” who is now a vice president at Hearts on Fire, shares four takeaways on customer service gleaned from time recently spent in the hospital with a loved one.

Fashion Group International recognized the jewelry designer as an emerging talent in the fashion industry at an awards ceremony held Friday.

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council held its annual India Gem & Jewellery Awards in late January, recognizing Indian jewelry companies for excellence.

A story examining the current supply and demand trends for turquoise topped National Jeweler last week in terms of site traffic.