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Signet Jewelers kicked off the year reporting a 5 percent increase in same-store holiday sales, driven by solid sales of diamond jewelry, particularly its two-stone “Ever Us” line.
Uniquely cut or shaped stones, black and white combinations, and mixed metals are among the trends expected to be prevalent in the new year. National Jeweler showcased 14 pieces to help retailers kick off 2016 right. Read more here.
The woman wanted for tying up jewelry store employees at gunpoint before emptying the showcases was at it again, this time at a jewelry store in North Carolina. As of Thursday, multiple news outlets had aired segments about her.
The first full work week of 2016 also brought predicted trends, as well as news of a new consumer-facing advertising campaign.
It’s the start of a new year, in photos.
Uniquely cut or shaped stones, black and white combinations, and mixed metals are among the trends expected to be prevalent in the new year. National Jeweler showcased 14 pieces to help retailers kick off 2016 right. Read more here.
The woman wanted for tying up jewelry store employees at gunpoint before emptying the showcases struck again this week, authorities believe, this time at a jewelry store in North Carolina. As of Thursday, multiple news outlets had aired segments about her.
Shortages in certain categories helped to boost polished diamond prices in December though they ended the year down, the Rapaport Group said. Read more here.
Eva-Lotta Sjöstedt is the new CEO of Georg Jensen, as outgoing CEO David Chu focuses on his already existing role of chief creative director. Read more here.
January celebrates the popular gemstone named for its resemblance to the pomegranate seed and which is said to balance energy. To ring in the month, National Jeweler showcased eight pieces of garnet jewelry. Read more here.
Signet Jewelers Ltd. reported a 5 percent increase in same-store holiday sales on Thursday, driven by bridal and fashion diamond jewelry, particularly “Ever Us.” Read more here.
The American Gem Society announced plans to introduce a new, consumer-facing advertising campaign to raise awareness about the American Gem Society and to drive consumers to AGS-member stores. Read more here.
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