29/07/2014
• Stephanie Chan • Staff Journalist
A number of new visitor initiatives have been announced for this year’s Sydney trade fair, including events for manufacturing, bench jewellers and a presentation by high-profile jeweller Nic Cerrone.
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29/07/2014
Selling jewellery these days takes a lot more than a pretty face. In an era where social media reigns supreme, the job of a brand ambassador is far more complex than simply looking good.
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16/07/2014
• Megan Austin
When rotated in the hand, star gemstones seem to follow the bearer in an unblinking gaze. It’s easy to see why they were once used as guiding stars by ancient travellers and seekers. Megan Austin reports.
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15/07/2014
• Stephanie Chan • Staff Journalist
A number of international gemstone and jewellery experts will be in Adelaide next week as part of an industry-based conference.
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15/07/2014
• Stephanie Chan • Staff Journalist
Jewellery brand Thomas Sabo has launched its new season collections into the local market at a lavish event held in Sydney.
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11/07/2014
Apple poaches giant Swiss watchmaker executive, which begs the question: will the iWatch be more jewellery than tech? Kate Middleton’s sought after style and complementary jewellery always creates buzz, but which other royal is her biggest bling contender? Sarah Jessica Parker collaborates with Cindy Chao, jewellery designer to the stars, on a ballet-inspired butterfly brooch valued at around US$750,000, and Italian jewellers continue to stun with innovative designs.
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08/07/2014
• Stephanie Chan • Staff Journalist
In a cautionary tale for the industry, a couple has reportedly been robbed of jewellery valued at $100,000 after being targeted at a jewellery fair.
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08/07/2014
• Stephanie Chan • Staff Journalist
A collection of rare gemstones – which includes one of the world’s largest sapphires as well as eight other world record-holding specimens – has been offered for sale.
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25/06/2014
• Chris Botha
Amid the ever-changing uncertainty of the jewellery trade, one thing is certain: CAD/CAM is no longer the exception; it’s the rule. CHRIS BOTHA reports.
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25/06/2014
• Ian Altman
How can businesses stand out from competitors? How will the economy impact business growth? Ian Altman predicts the trends that will shape sales and business development for retailers.
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