Jewelry Fashion Reports
'Harmony Silver' starts retail orbit on Earth DaySterling silver jewelry manufacturer NES Group is revving up for the launch of a recycled sterling silver jewelry collection just in time for Earth Day 2010 on April 22. Read More 
Swarovski 'crystal forest' takes root in NYCSwarovski is continuing to put its crystal footprint all over New York City, with the brand currently preparing to open two Swarovski stores in Manhattan. Read More 
Ivanka Trump fetes jewelry line at luxe NYC partyIvanka Trump officially launched her eponymous jewelry line in style Monday night with a party that drew fashion and jewelry industry members alike to a Manhattan penthouse to get a glimpse of the designs, which the company is making available to select retail jewelers worldwide. Read More CEO Summit for jewelry designers set for MarchThe Jewelers Resource Bureau (JRB) is inviting jewelry designers to attend the Designer CEO Summit, a designer-geared event intended to inspire creative-minded artisans to develop effective business strategies for running their own companies. Read More 
Forecast: Fashion gets less fickleFor better or worse, the fashion forecast for 2010 is decidedly straightforward. Expect this year's trends to look a lot like those in 2009. Read More Study: Women starting to buy apparel againThe women's apparel market in the United States declined in 2009, but the fourth quarter of 2009 showed a lesser dip of 3 percent, suggesting that the market momentum may be shifting, according to market research company The NPD Group. Read More 
Unexpected pairings make for eye-catching silverOver the last year, materials of a more untraditional bent--at least in the fine jewelry world--have infiltrated the market, with ceramics, wood and leather, among others, adding an unexpected edge to precious metals and diamonds. Read More JA New York show intros 'Eco-Chic' jeweler awardsThe "Eco-Chic Jeweler Awards," a new awards program to honor green-minded exhibitors, will be held at the upcoming JA New York Winter Show, taking place Feb. 28-March 2 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. Read More 
'Silver Seduction' to celebrate Antonio PinedaA museum in the Southwest is revving up for a new silver jewelry exhibit set to highlight the work of the late Antonio Pineda, a world-class designer and member of Mexico's famed Taxco school of silverwork. Read More Rosato taps Andrea Missiroli as new directorLuxury industry veteran Andrea Missiroli has been named the new worldwide commercial director for Rosato, the Italian jewelry company that currently owns the Rosato and Calgaro brands, as well as the unbranded goldsmith firm 7ar. Read More 
Endive, chocolate among Pantone's top fall huesTo coincide with New York Fashion Week, the color experts at Pantone have released their Fall 2010 Fashion Color Report, offering up a palette of vivid hues like Lipstick Red and soft neutrals such as Oyster Gray. Read More Global gold demand down 11 percent in '09Global demand for gold in terms of tonnage fell 11 percent in 2009, but rebounding demand in the jewelry sector throughout the year helped "rebalance" the market, the World Gold Council's (WGC) latest "Gold Demand Trends" report says. Read More 
Sung Woo Hong takes top prize in Schuetz contestThe Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has named the winners of the annual George A. Schuetz Jewelry Design Contest, an international competition recognizing the best original men's jewelry and accessory designs. Read More 
Italian brands Rosato, Calgaro mergeItalian jewelry brands Rosato and Calgaro have joined forces, merging as a means to help both companies ride out the challenging economic conditions that have battered the Italian gold industry, Rosato announced in a media release. Read More Christopher Cullen named Lagos presidentLagos, Inc. has named company veteran Christopher Cullen as president, effective immediately. Read More Cop charged after crash into Tiffany'sAn off-duty officer from the New York City Police Department has been charged with vehicular assault and driving while intoxicated after his car crashed into Tiffany and Co.'s Fifth Avenue flagship, according to a news report. Read More 
Designers aflutter over 'Swimsuit Issue' jewelryThe Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover may not typically get all that much attention from fashionistas---or jewelers--but this year, both parties might want to take note: The itsy-bitsy yellow bikini model gave fine jewelry some great exposure. Read More 
The bead creedAfter a tough year in which consumers downscaled their discretionary purchases, the traffic-building, margin-making opportunities offered by Pandora and a growing legion of jewelry brands offering component jewelry can't be ignored. Read More 
Portero taps jewelers for luxury, pre-owned goodsPortero Luxury, an online retailer of pre-owned luxury goods since 2004, has launched a new platform for guild retailers and respected dealers seeking to sell pre-owned and vintage luxury jewels and watches. Read More Donna Distefano teams with former Tiffany execDonna Distefano Ltd., the Manhattan-based jewelry design company known for its commitment to environmentally sensitive sourcing, has announced a new business partnership with Marissa Harvey, a former Tiffany and Co. vice president. Read More 
Ivanka Trump Fine Jewelry gets into wholesaleIvanka Trump Fine Jewelry, the diamond jewelry brand whose designs were previously only available through its own New York flagship store, has announced that it will be pursuing global expansion through a multichannel strategy of retail and wholesale operations. Read More 
The Knot reveals 2010's top wedding trendsThe world of weddings may be more infused than ever with new technology--remember the groom who interrupted his "I dos" to update his Facebook status?--but according to wedding trend forecaster The Knot, the biggest trends for 2010 are throwbacks. Read More Roberto Coin opens pop up, gets into rowingItalian jewelry designer Roberto Coin will test the "pop-up boutique" format during the 2010 FTI Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF), taking place now in Southern Florida. Read More 
Jewelers pitch in for Haiti reliefIn the jewelry industry, the season for giving didn't end with the holidays. As the recent massive earthquake's aftermath continues to devastate Haiti, jewelers from all sectors of the industry are pitching in to provide relief. Read More Martin Flyer unveils engagement social networkBridal jewelry manufacturer Martin Flyer is getting deeper into social networking, launching an online community for couples who are engaged or considering it. Read More |
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