SurveysFeb 06, 2016
What Sold in Jewelry Stores the Week of ChristmasTen retailers from five different sections of the country share with National Jeweler what sold, or didn’t sell, in those last few important days before Dec. 25.
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IndependentsFeb 06, 2016
Why a Maryland jeweler is now selling scootersIn addition to jewelry, Baltimore-based Smyth Jewelers carries a variety of gifts to bring in more traffic and increase profits. The latest addition? A self-balancing, two-wheeled scooter called the Cyboard.
Events & AwardsFeb 06, 2016
7 Market Updates from AGTA GemFairThe two-tier gemstone market, trending colors, and best-selling gemstones were all addressed by Richard Drucker of GemWorld International in a recent seminar at AGTA GemFair.
TechnologyFeb 02, 2016
Tacori Now Selling Direct to Consumers OnlineThe brand has made its men’s and women’s fashion jewelry available for purchase on its website while its bridal lines remain exclusive to retail partners.
TechnologyFeb 02, 2016
Kassoy Launches Latest Resource NewsletterThe jewelry supplier has released the most recent version of its Jeweler’s Resource newsletter to highlight its new products for the trade.
SourcingFeb 01, 2016
Kiran Gems Opens New Diamond Polishing PlantLocated in Surat, the 500,000-square-foot facility will help the company streamline its manufacturing process, Kiran said.
IndependentsJan 20, 2016
Another plan for pulling in customers on Black FridayForget the electronics. One retailer in the Northeast said it is making its Black Friday offerings on point for the climate this year, giving customers who spend more than $1,499 a snow blower.
IndependentsJan 20, 2016
NY retailer gets practical for Black FridayAfter a harsh winter last year, Lily & David Fine Jewelry in Saratoga decided it was going to boost its Black Friday promotions by giving customers things they not only want, but likely need.
TechnologyJan 20, 2016
Martha Stewart’s ‘American Made’ Moves to AmazonThe marketplace is jumping from Ebay over to Handmade by Amazon as the e-commerce giant continues to grow its presence in the handcrafted goods marketplace.
OtherJan 20, 2016
Jewelers of America Launches New WebsiteThe redesigned site, which debuted Friday, has expanded consumer education features as well as additional resources for the trade.
OtherJan 20, 2016
GIA Digitizes 101 Rare Gem and Jewelry BooksThe historically significant books about gems and jewelry now are available to the public online following their digitization by staff at the GIA’s Richard T. Liddicoat Library.
OtherJan 20, 2016
British Designer Expands to Tackle US MarketIn 2016, Polly Wales will move her studio, workshop and core team of artisan wax-workers and goldsmiths to a new space in downtown Los Angeles as she eyes growth in the United States.
EditorsJan 12, 2016
T.I.A., Part 1: Shopping for Rough in KenyaAssociate Editor Brecken Branstrator reports live from East Africa, where she is exploring the colored gemstone market with a group from the industry.
EditorsJan 04, 2016
January Birthstone BaublesThis month celebrates the popular gemstone that was named for its resemblance to the pomegranate seed and which, according to lore, balances energy.
EditorsDec 23, 2015
The Top Gems of 2015After a year of attending gem shows, press previews and looking at a lot of jewelry, Associate Editor Brecken Branstrator talks about which gemstones rocked 2015.
EditorsDec 16, 2015
Another Ideal Holiday Gift ListIt’s Associate Editor Brecken Branstrator’s turn to pick out what she would get her family and friends for the holidays if money were no object. Here are the pieces she’s got in mind.
EditorsDec 02, 2015
December Birthstone BaublesThe last month of the year is lucky enough to have three birthstones--turquoise, tanzanite and zircon. Here are 10 pieces of jewelry that show off this month’s star stones.
TechnologyNov 23, 2015
5 tips on getting more sales out of social mediaLikeable Local’s Vice President of Marketing Nicole Kroese and National Jeweler Editor-in-Chief Michelle Graff give advice on how retailers can best use their social media channels to optimize sales this holiday season.
EditorsNov 16, 2015
Jewelry that takes me backSee the whimsical, colorful pieces created by two Czech designers using colored pencils. They have Associate Editor Brecken Branstrator smiling.
EditorsNov 03, 2015
November birthstone baublesCitrine and topaz are the birthstones for November babies. Here are 10 pieces of jewelry centered on these two colored gemstones.
EditorsOct 30, 2015
Five finds at SpectrumA few days after the AGTA revealed the winners of its annual Spectrum Awards design contest, Associate Editor Brecken Branstrator highlights a few of her own favorites from the contest.
EditorsOct 14, 2015
An editor’s top 10 picksAfter an afternoon spent perusing jewels at Jewelers of America’s annual press preview, Associate Editor Brecken Branstrator presents her (non-exhaustive) list of favorites.
EditorsOct 05, 2015
October birthstone baublesOctober is the first of three months in a row with two dedicated birthstones. They are opal, the stone of hope, and tourmaline, the stone of strength.
TechnologySep 29, 2015
This holiday season, it’s all about omnichannel‘Tis the season for holiday surveys, with a recent one indicating that in order to be successful this holiday season, retailers are going to have to offer a consistent shopping experience across all channels.
EditorsSep 21, 2015
One jeweler’s anatomical inspirationWhen it comes to jewelry, art, home décor and the like, I can really appreciate a skull motif. When it’s done right, and especially with interesting materials or play with colors and accents, it can be edgy without being too moody.
