Wearable technology is evolving to look a lot like jewellery but should it be classified as such? COLEBY NICHOLSON asks if this expanding, fashion-focused category has a place in the industry.

Smartwatches and activity trackers are so last season. TALIA PAZ reports on the thriving category of smart jewellery and why retailers should pay attention.

Coloured gemstones are increasingly grabbing the attention of savvy consumers. In a particularly tricky retail climate, how can retailers best leverage this market trend and come up trumps?

It’s no secret that the watch market is saturated and gaining sales has become even more difficult with the advent of online and grey market retailing. EMILY MOBBS speaks with suppliers about how they are helping bricks-and-mortar jewellers improve service and win over consumers who are spoilt for choice.

A seminar will take place at the International Jewellery Fair (IJF) in light of an analysis recently conducted to determine if the jewellery industry should be included in the anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) regime.

A biennial opal jewellery design competition that encourages ‘unconventional’ use of Australia’s national gemstone has been well-received both locally and internationally. 

Local supplier Disney Couture has undergone a business overhaul that includes a change in trading name and logo, as well as a new jewellery range.

Anticipation is building for this year’s two jewellery design competitions with news that finalists have been selected for the inaugural Jewellery Design Awards (JDA) and judging is set to take place later this week.

A Swedish bracelet range that already boasts a strong online following in Australia and is expected to generate add-on watch sales for retailers in-store has arrived Down Under.

Following the abrupt departure of Frederic Cumenal earlier this year, Tiffany & Co has announced the appointment of a new CEO who will provide “deep luxury market experience”.

Michael Hill International (MHI) has released a 12-month trading update, showing a 6 per cent sales increase and the opening of 20 stores across Australia, New Zealand and Canada.