Be it courtesy of a university degree in gemmology, a short course in retail selling or any of hundreds of educational offerings in between, staff members with extra knowledge at their disposal can present a significant value-add to employers. Aaron Weinman reports. Read more »

Australia’s two smaller, jewellery fairs have drawn to a close for 2012. Dean Millard reviews exhibitor and retailer sentiment across both boutique events. Read more »

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BaselWorld is the premier jewellery show and reports showed that 2011 was a big year for the Swiss watch industry, leading in to a big 2012 BaselWorld. Next year’s show is promising to be even bigger. Coleby Nicholson reports. Read more »

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A very interesting debate erupted last week over the definition of fine jewellery. Another questions was, at what point does something become fashion jewellery. Can ‘fine jewellery’ be defined? Read more »

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At a time when some jewellery suppliers are battening down the hatches in anticipation of a lean winter, Missardi is looking to build its brand awareness with a bold marketing move. Read more »

Ice-Watch keeps the inspired and colourful collections coming with its new Ice-World range. Read more »

Once the poor second cousin of gold, silver jewellery has become a cool, contemporary style icon in its own right. AARON WEINMAN reports how leading brands have to rethink how silver is used in designs.  Read more »

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Guess has launched a bold effort to find two people from over 100 countries to become bloggers for its website. Read more »

Danish company Nexo Watches is due to launch its colourful ranges to Australian retailers this month. Read more »

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Fashions come and go and then come back again. Could the latest ‘in thing’ be vintage-inspired jewellery? Read more »

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