Could the GIA’s diamond detector save the diamond industry?

The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has created a new device which it says is more effective than anything else…

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Janet Fitch- Earrings jump through hoops

The popularity of earrings has swung throughout history, from being important in antiquity to times when they were not worn…

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The rise of wearable tech – how the market turned luxury

Wearable tech has in recent years become mainstream, but it doesn’t always look great as a fashion item. As more…

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Voice on the High Street – Annie Haak

NAME: Annie Haak Designs LOCATION: Petersfield, Hampshire   YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2009 NUMBER OF STAFF: 16-20 WEBSITE: www.anniehaakdesigns.co.uk When was Annie…

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Pearl Corner – Four Pearl Trends

Pearls have been around virtually forever and what is so unique about them is that they are still relevant for…

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Amazon is coming Part II

And they never seem to stop. They just announced a $5 billion investment in a second headquarters in the US…

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Design-Nation to showcase designers at Top Drawer Spring 2018

Design-Nation, the UK’s membership portfolio for contemporary craft and design will return to Top Drawer Spring in January 2018. It…

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CBI announce retail sales rise in Christmas run-up

Retail sales rose in the year to December, building further on November’s solid performance, according to the latest monthly CBI…

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Joanna Hardy reveals ‘world’s first’ foundation course in jewellery

Independent fine jewellery consultant, Joanna Hardy, has announced an online foundation course offering access to workshops and opportunities to work…

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Pure London launches ‘Accessories Concept’

Fashion buying event Pure London has announced the launch of ‘Accessories Concept’ at the AW18 show. The new area aims…

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