The popularity of gemstone jewelry appears to be surging. While gorgeous on their own, some gemstone pieces are gaining visual interest through overlays of metal. In this Style File, we explore settings that don’t take attention away from the gemstones but rather add texture, visual interest, brand cohesiveness and/or improved functionality. The overlay trend is … Read More →
Hot Diamonds has seen an encouraging start to sell-through of its new brand Anaïs Paris with UK independents. Adryan Cresswell, head of commerce, said: “We dispatched the first Anaïs Paris orders to the UK independents sector at the start of July and are very excited indeed with the early sell-out reports to consumers.” He said … Read More →
Fine jewellery manufacturer Artinian Co Ltd earlier unveiled a collection focusing on the lush beauty of emeralds. In an interview with JNA, company president and CEO Arto Artinian talks about his long-standing love affair with the green gem, Artinian’s exciting projects in 2016 and his company’s customer service-focused culture. JNA: Please describe your latest fine emerald … Read More →
The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), organiser of the 33rd India International Jewellery Show (IIJS), signed three significant deals on the show’s opening day on August 4 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai. The three memoranda of understanding (MoU), inked with the De Beers Group of Companies, Guangdong Gems and Jade Exchange … Read More →
Taiwanese designer Ammie Kang has built a solid reputation in the world of coloured gemstone jewellery, thanks to her innate flair for beauty and artistry. With more than 22 years of experience in jewellery design, Kang has created countless dazzling collections of jewellery adorned with jadeite, opals, blue and fancy sapphires, emeralds and rubies, among … Read More →
Hong Kong-based Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group Ltd is still among the world’s top 10 luxury goods companies, earning US$8.29 billion in revenues in financial year 2014, data from the 2016 Global Powers of Luxury Goods report showed. The report, released by global business consultancy firm Deloitte, examined the 100 largest luxury goods companies globally … Read More →
Turkey is pulling out all the stops to remain a frontrunner in the global jewellery industry. Adding muscle to the country’s manufacturing expertise are major initiatives ranging from fiscal incentives to market expansion and gemstone-cutting skills upgrading programmes. In separate interviews with JNA, industry stakeholders share their views on how Turkey is moving ahead of … Read More →