Iridesse continues national rollout
New York—Iridesse, the cultured-pearl retail jeweler founded by Tiffany and Co., has added a 15th store to its growing portfolio, with its latest grand opening on Friday at the Westfield Garden...
N.J. used-jewelry law tabled
Newark, N.J.—Proposed legislation in New Jersey that would have required retail jewelers to keep records and photos of all jewelry they buy from consumers was tabled in the State Assembly, the...
Tiffany's Parsipanny treasure: Solar power
At a ceremony this past Monday, New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine sent his congratulations to Tiffany and Co. for developing the largest commercial solar electric project on the East Coast. Thirty...
Gold prices dominate spring buying plans
New York—Retailers strolling the aisles at the JA New York Winter Show presented a mixed picture of expectations for 2008, a year overshadowed by the threat of recession and increasing gold...
Multi-location independents trimming branches
The worldwide economic meltdown is forcing some long-standing independent jewelers to close branch locations in an effort to cut costs and streamline operations.
Hamilton Jewelers elected to Council for Responsible Jewellery Practices
Palm Beach, Fla.—Hamilton Jewelers has been elected to The Council for Responsible Jewellery Practices, an international non-profit organization that promotes responsible ethical, social and...
JSA: Authorities serious about unsolved jewelry crimes
New York—Three recent arrests involving jewelry crimes that occurred years ago illustrate the serious attitude of law enforcement in prosecuting industry-related crimes, according to the...
Maurice Lacroix relocates to New Jersey
Hackensack, N.J.—The U.S. subsidiary of luxury Swiss watch manufacturer Maurice Lacroix is relocating to Hackensack, N.J., after a 12-year stint in Encino, Calif.
Bernie Robbins to open Hearts on Fire store
Las Vegas—Bernie Robbins Fine Jewelers will open a Hearts On Fire store at the end of June in Atlantic City, N.J., via a partnership with the diamond company, National Jeweler has learned.
N.O.A. official timepiece for Tour GCX
Mahwah, N.J.—Swiss watch brand N.O.A. will supply the official timepiece for the Tour GCX golf series.
Roman Jewelers hosts 'Dress for Success' drive
Flemington, N.J.—Roman Jewelers is helping disadvantaged women get a new start in the working world.
JSA warns of gate-cutting burglaries in New Jersey
New York—The Jewelers' Security Alliance (JSA) has issued a warning to retail jewelers about a string of burglaries in New Jersey in which the perpetrators cut security gates to gain access to...
How will consumers spend tax rebate?
Basking Ridge, N.J.—More than 50 percent of consumers plan to use the government's proposed tax rebates to pay down debt, not shop.
Study: Wealthy U.S. households on the rise
New York—The number of wealthy American households has increased by more than 51 percent in the last four years, according to a new study by the Luxury Institute.
Breitling celebrates 2006 'Retailers of the Year'
New York—At a private luncheon held at Manhattan's exclusive Per Se restaurant on Jan. 13, Swiss watch brand Breitling honored a group of seven retailers as its 2006 "Retailers of the Year."
Fortunoff to relocate off Fifth, eyes expansion
New York—Fortunoff is reportedly moving from its Fifth Avenue location in New York City to a new spot on 57th Street, next to Bergdorf Goodman, according to "WWD."
Wal-Mart ranks romance, state by state
Bentonville, Ark.—Depending on the state they live in, women could be thrilled or disappointed this Valentine's Day, as Wal-Mart announced its list of the most romantic states based on sales...
Fortunoff taps Zale exec for top marketing post
Westbury, N.Y.—Fortunoff has appointed former Zale Corp. executive Bernie Sensale as its new chief marketing officer.
Foreign retailers bullish on U.S., despite slowdown
New York--The weak dollar and a series of bankruptcies among some of the country's largest jewelry retailers have opened the door to foreign-based retailers that have long sought entry into the U.S....
DTC sightholder LID names Lyle Rose CEO
New York—Lyle M. Rose has been named chief executive officer of LID Ltd., one of the world's largest manufacturers of polished diamonds and diamond jewelry, and a Diamond Trading Co. sightholde...