Though iolite is not as well-known as similar gems as supply of fine quality material remains an issue, a slight uptick in demand and its affordability could mean good things for the colored stone.
The luxury industry veteran, who has been named the company’s Northeast key account manager, has worked at Pandora, Lalique and Waterford.
In two weeks, all sectors of the industry will convene in Las Vegas to see what designers and brands have to offer for the coming seasons.
Since she began designing jewelry, Melbourne, Australia-born Katherine Jetter has made it her mission to elevate opals, incorporating the gemstone into one-of-a-kind pieces and pairing them with diamonds and other colored stones.
The American Gem Trade Association updated its Code of Ethics.
Designer Polly Wales likes to set her gemstones in precious metals.
It was a sad week with the loss of three major influencers in different segments of the industry
Though it can come in a vivid violet color and is readily available in large pieces, kunzite remains relatively low in demand in the market, keeping it at a more accessible price point.
Fifty-four West Point class rings have been donated for the 16th annual Ring Melt Ceremony, which is taking place at Pease & Curren.
In addition to opening new full-line stores across the country, Saks has announced that it will open single-focus concept stores, including one for jewelry and women’s clothing in Greenwich, Conn.
In its latest market brief, Synchrony Financial predicted that technology will shape eight of the top 10 trends expected to have the greatest impact on retail sales this year.
The Indian Diamond & Colorstone Association, New York, presented QVC, American Gemological Laboratories and IDCA veteran Kailash Jhalani with awards.
More and more, today’s consumer is looking for pieces that are rare and unique.
Douglas Brandenburgh and son Bryan Brandenburgh of Chancellor Jewelers in Dallas were arrested for their alleged connection to Texas’s “evening burglar.”
While Jocelyn Prestia’s journey into gemstones started as a way to learn about them in order to sell antique jewelry, her belief that she could tell their story through jewelry brought her into the design realm.
Gwen Myers says that she started her line, Eden Presley, one piece at a time.
The Takat family takes its gemstones seriously. The company’s founder, Haji Nisar Ahmed Takat, came from an old Indian family of precious stone craftsmen.
A player in the pearl industry for more than 100 years, Imperial Pearl continues to bring new and innovative designs into the fold.
The winners of the Centurion Design Awards were announced at a gala dinner held during the show, as were the Vendors’ Choice Retailer Awards and the newly added Showcase Awards.
As part of its “We Propose You Propose” Valentine’s Day promotion, Helzberg Diamonds told one man that he could have his engagement ring for free if he popped the question within 48 hours.
If the recently concluded trade shows in Miami are any indication, trendy diamond fashion jewelry will continue to be the hot item in the coming holiday season and beyond.
Jewelers of America now is accepting entries for its annual retailer design competition, the CASE Awards, which will be held at the JA New York Spring show in March.
The mining company is partnering with the organizers of New York Fashion Week to continue to raise awareness among consumers about colored gemstones.
The two companies have released CounterSketch Studio Version 5, with a number of additions to help enhance the custom design experience.
The Virtual Diamond Boutique is an app for smartphones and tablets that allows retailers to virtually source diamonds by price, availability and all four Cs.
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