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![From left to right: A loose Montana sapphire from Kimberly Collins Colored Gems; the "Patchwork" earrings featuring sapphire, topaz and chrysoprase from designer Emily P. Wheeler; Jenna Blake's gold, diamond and turquoise bangle; a loose faceted chrysoberyl from B&B Gems, and a blue-green tourmaline pendant necklace by Lisa Nik colored gemstones](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/18e942ae42735e048483a14d2b5d5c6c.jpg)
Associate Editor Lauren McLemore shares her roundup of trending designs, vendors’ top picks and the unexpected color that made a statement.
![Jade Trau’s new “Billie” bangle in 18-karat yellow gold with round-, pear-, and marquise-cut diamonds totaling 1.72 carats ($22,600) Billie Bangle](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/9283ce5927cbdb1e24a1284caf4027b1.jpg)
Take a walk along this bangle’s diamond “cobblestone” made from round-, pear-, and marquise-cut diamonds.
![Graphic with headshots for My Next Question 2024 Las Vegas webinar](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/7726017f0495dee18fbf95a8bb83de62.jpg)
The National Jeweler editors discuss the hot topics, best jewels, and current trends that stood out during Jewelry Market Week.
![Peter Smith is an industry consultant, speaker, sales trainer, and author. He can be reached via email at TheRetailSmiths@gmail.com. National Jeweler columnist Peter Smith](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/291907a2143b601916626b3326bf8fac.jpg)
Fresh off Jewelry Market Week 2024, Peter Smith separates the positive—retail and product innovation—from the positively annoying.
![The new Inoveo Platinum (grain pictured at left) and insights into engagement ring and fashion jewelry trends were among the highlights at the Stuller booth at JCK Las Vegas 2024. Platinum grain, an on-trend diamond engagement ring, and on-trend gold hoop earrings](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/430856127c27800ffd788e8b8c08c4cc.jpg)
On-trend engagement rings, bold gold jewelry, and a new platinum alloy were on display at the company’s busy booth.
![The Natural Diamond Council’s new “Real. Rare. Responsible” campaign starring actress and NDC ambassador Lily James (“Cinderella,” “Downton Abbey”) was shot in Canada’s Northwest Territories, where the Northern Lights are visible more than half the year. (Photo courtesy of the Natural Diamond Council) Actress Lily James with a rough diamond and the Northern Lights](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/b7b93e1b15d468ef35e360cefae916ef.jpg)
Shot in Canada’s Northwest Territories in winter, the campaign features actress and NDC ambassador Lily James and the Northern Lights.
![Hearts On Fire’s new rebrand comes along with the announcement of its new signature “Barre” collection, styled in its “Light, Unleashed” campaign seen above. Models wearing the Hearts On Fire Barre collection](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/9e2d2d1ee933919f67bb98d06e41c534.jpg)
The rebrand includes a new visual identity, the opening of a retail concept, and the launch of the “Barre” collection.
![This necklace by designer Sevan Bicakci won a Couture Design Award in the “Best in Haute Couture” category. Sevan Bicakci Necklace](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/494b6beb43902828e3850a386b915f1a.jpg)
Held on Saturday in Las Vegas, the annual awards show recognized brands and designers across 20 categories.
![The exterior of De Beers Group’s diamond factory in Gresham, Oregon. The company announced last week that it is transitioning production at the facility from diamonds for jewelry to diamonds for industrial and technology uses. CEO Al Cook said the exterior of the factory, which currently reads “Lightbox,” will eventually be rebranded. Exterior Lightbox diamond factory Gresham, Oregon](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/3dc17575a2a3b534b61600d251057ce7.jpg)
The company is pivoting production at its factory in Oregon to industrial diamonds, while the future of Lightbox remains unclear.
![Francesca Villa’s “The Blink of an Eye” pearl pendant with a vintage VariVue lenticular image set in 18-karat yellow gold and framed by enamel, pearls, and diamonds totaling 0.98 carats. ($15,550) The Blink of an Eye pendant](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/14bc2e4840a841a0d521e65b33c1bb81.jpg)
Couture attendees should stop by booth 410 to see Francesca Villa’s rendition of antique “lover’s eye” jewelry.
![JCK Talks, the education sessions at JCK Las Vegas, run from Thursday, May 30 to Sunday, June 2. JCK Las Vegas show floor](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/e0dd6e607236d1c564c78a129ebc3d00.jpg)
From social media strategy to colored gemstone updates, these are a few of the sessions JCK Las Vegas goers should attend.
![The Couture Show will offer education sessions throughout the show in the Cristal Ballroom and in the Bandol Ballroom. Couture Show logo](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/136b7d20f36f4088fd85105edc3fa27f.jpg)
The programming topics include gemology, sustainability, artificial intelligence, and more.
![Shiona Turini, a consultant, stylist, and costume designer who works with Beyoncé, will be honored at the upcoming Diamonds Do Good gala. Shiona Turini](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/962727e1710341582b323dd2439e56e8.jpg)
Shiona Turini will receive the “Diamond Influence Award.”
![The Black in Jewelry Coalition’s BIJC Collective is returning to Las Vegas, including, from left to right, Mukosha Mulenga of Eleora Gems, Jessenia Landrum of Jevela, Simone Smith of Simone I. Smith, and designer Dorian Webb. Black In Jewelry Coalition Collective](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/afd58e8040fef50c2f81a7f4367337eb.jpg)
The Black in Jewelry Coalition will showcase four designers at JCK Las Vegas and JCK Luxury.
![The Natural Diamond Council is opening its “Natural Diamond Club,” inside the Yardbird Table & Bar Restaurant in The Venetian, as pictured in the rendering above, from May 30 to June 2. Natural Diamond Council club JCK Las Vegas](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/ed4ba59d551790dcae2b745be4046de9.jpg)
Appointments can be made ahead of time for access to exclusive events.
![Platinum Guild International USA is launching a new platinum alloy during the JCK Las Vegas show, which promises all the benefits of platinum with the workability of white gold. Inoveo Platinum](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/a785112d61deeb17ac07ea0dcee73c5e.jpg)
Inoveo Platinum will be distributed exclusively by Stuller in the U.S.
![Las Vegas Antique Jewelry and Watch Show Bracelets](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/466996083eba6fee3703d70636a83209.jpg)
Sponsored by the Las Vegas Antique Jewelry and Watch Show
![The program, now in its third year, tasked gold-focused designers with creating platinum pieces to exhibit during the Couture show in Las Vegas next month. Five Platinum Pieces](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/c3bb41c83ca8550c1dde8bf66519853a.jpg)
PGI partnered with four new and seven returning designers for its annual platinum capsule collection.
![Flo Rida, the artist behind hip-hop hits “Low [Apple Bottom Jeans]" and "Club Can’t Handle Me,” will headline this year’s JCK Rocks event on June 2. Flo Rida](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/ca95b55b19bb004a05bd08531e1aec9b.jpg)
The Grammy-nominated hip-hop artist will perform at Tao Beach on June 2.
![The 2024 JCK Show will return to the Venetian in Las Vegas. JCK jewelry trade show floor](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/ce52950f54a46ac7b823ba67be38011f.jpg)
This year’s show will include a new Sustainability Summit.