In the days when a watch is no longer a necessary part of daily attire, buyers continue to find strong reasons for purchasing timepieces.
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Today’s jewellery consumers are discerning and often make purchases based on sustainability, ethical business practices, and labour sourcing. Many who are purchasing gemstones, however, have misconceptions about the natural diamond industry, as the progress many countries have made within this field is not widely understood.
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More than anything, colour forecasting is a combination of in-depth research and flashes of intuition. A forecaster is constantly immersed in the world of colour; he or she lives, breathes, and dreams in colour.
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Social media channels have become a primary avenue for promotion. For the retail landscape, this means brands now possess the capability to market themselves directly to their target consumers.
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When Sonja Sanders graduated as a gemmologist, she assumed her years working as a goldsmith would give her a competitive edge in the world of appraisals. She soon learned this was not necessarily the case, as appraising encompasses a multitude of design and manufacturing knowledge.
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Most who work in the jewellery industry are familiar with the story of the first documented diamond ring used to signify engagement, presented by Archduke Maximilian of Austria upon his betrothal to Mary of Burgundy in 1477. The ring as a symbol of love and commitment, however, traces its...
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The information super-highway has completely and irrevocably changed the way merchants, including jewellers, interact with their marketplace.
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There is no doubt that Internet-based social networking sites have created a revolution in social connectivity. As we continue to openly embrace the benefits of these technological capabilities, we are also beginning to understand some of the real costs associated with this progress.
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The Tucson gem shows have yet again struck our hearts and wallets. Each February, the city comes alive with tourists and professionals alike, converging to gape at the fossils, crystals, jewellery, and oddities that line the streets in need of homes.
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While it is up to the design professional to guide a client to a pleasing result, there are still occasions where you, as the designer, must say ‘no.’
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