BridalIconic bridal retailer to host market discussionNew York--Kleinfeld Bridal co-owner Mara Urshel and bridal fashion editor Juli Alvarez will host a discussion on Nov. 11 detailing bridal gown fashions, bridal market practices, how the economy affects the bridal market and the role of print and digital publishing in this retail category. Read More 
Smashing tungsten, Scott Kay intros cobalt bridalDesigner Scott Kay has presented a new cobalt alloy called "SK Cobalt" in a men's wedding band collection, saying he was inspired by the bright white look, durability and affordability of the alloy--and also by anger, because his research into another lower-priced bridal band material, tungsten carbide, showed it was much less durable than claimed. Read More 
Cushion cuts a sleeper hit in bridalSomething old is finding a new place in the bridal market. The cushion, which became the name for imperfectly cut rounds back in the 1800s, is making the rounds. Read More 
Yurman bows to bridal with new collectionNew York--As bridal increasingly appears to be the go-to category for U.S. jewelers looking for the recession-proof sale, David Yurman is among those wooing the soon-to-be-wed set with fresh offerings. Read More Unique Settings to host Webinar on bridal programNew York--Unique Settings of New York will host a free Webinar for retailers nationwide to discuss the details of its Unique Advantage bridal program on Oct. 14, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Read More WJA San Diego, GIA to host PGI seminarSan Diego--The Women's Jewelry Association (WJA) of San Diego and the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) San Diego Alumni Chapter are partnering to host a Platinum Guild International (PGI) seminar on bridal sales and current jewelry trends. Read More 
PGI, Elle magazine partnerNew York--Platinum Guild International USA (PGI-USA) and ELLE magazine have announced a new partnership that includes a comprehensive in-book advertorial and a series of Webisodes featuring a real-life couple planning their wedding. Read More 
Ritani, TheKnot.com launch engagement e-cardsNew York--Bridal jewelry designer Ritani and wedding Web site TheKnot.com have partnered to launch an online video application that allows newly betrothed couples to announce their engagement to friends and family via personalized, animated e-cards. Read More 
Stuller's Diamond Try-On app for iPhone goes liveLafayette, La.--Let the virtual diamond-ring try-ons begin: Live Diamond Try-On, Stuller's new iPhone application, is now available for download from Apple's App Store. Read More 
Winner chosen in Love Story photo contestLos Angeles--The Leading Jewelers Guild has selected Adam Marotte of Chicopee, Mass., as the winner of the Love Story Wedding Photo contest, a competition in which customers and fans of Love Story Diamonds were asked to share their favorite wedding snaps. Read More Zale debuts online custom engagement ring serviceZale Corp. has launched The Prestige Diamond Collection, an online custom engagement ring service that gives consumers access to thousands of diamonds and settings. Read More 
Celebrity bridal designer opens shop on eBayCelebrity engagement ring designer Jean Dousset has opened a store on Internet auction site eBay. Read More Michael C. Fina holding bridal sample saleNew York--Michael C. Fina will host its first-ever designer engagement ring and wedding band sample sale next week, the Manhattan retailer just announced. Read More 
Bridal revisitedAs a category, wedding jewelry continues to defy the recession, luring retailers as well as designers from the more fashionable side of the business. Read More Martin Flyer, KGK Group partnerNew York--Martin Flyer Ltd. and KGK Group, an international diamond trading company and Diamond Trading Co. (DTC) sightholder, have formed a partnership to give Martin Flyer access to additional diamond supplies to fulfill the company's needs and grow its brands. Read More ArtCarved designs 'Modern Bride' collectionAustin, Texas--As the exclusive jewelry sponsor of Modern Bride magazine's annual "Modern Bride of the Year" event, ArtCarved has launched a "Modern Bride of the Year" engagement ring and wedding band collection. Read More Martin Flyer president announces retirementNew York--Gary Flyer, president of bridal manufacturer Martin Flyer, has announced his retirement from the business. Read More 
Today show bridal party bedecked in De BeersNew York--Last week, Today show viewers nationwide chose De Beers wedding rings for the couple getting married on the annual "Today Throws a Wedding" segment. But the couples' fingers weren't the only places sparkling with the brand's jewelry. Read More Study: 20 percent spend more on bridal than plannedNew York--Eighty percent of couples are not downsizing their engagement ring as a result of the current economy, according to The Knot 2009 Jewelry Study. Read More 
Viewers pick De Beers bands for 'Today' show coupleThe votes are in and viewers of the Today show think De Beers wedding bands are best for the couple featured on the show's annual "Today Throws a Wedding" segment. Read More Study: Bridal market recession-proof?Paso Robles, Calif.--The bridal market, often deemed "recession-proof," is starting to feel the effects of the current economic downturn, according to the latest report from the Jewelry Consumer Opinion Council (JCOC). Read More SES Creations Web site calls out to bridesNew York--SES Creations has launched a new Web site that is designed to be a tool for both retail jewelers, who can now find the company's entire collection online, and for bridal customers, who can track down local jewelers via the Web site. Read More 
Rounds, white metals hold sway in bridalThe economy might be in the dumps, but the bridal market has always been perched above it all in terms of consumers' willingness to spend. Read More 
Regional report on bridal: How big is the diamond?For bridal, what size diamonds are customers asking for, on average? National Jeweler asked jewelers around the country to weigh in for our Regional Report. Read More 
PGI-USA offers insight into male bridal consumerNew York--Communicating platinum's intrinsic value and inherent characteristics can make the difference in whether or not men purchase platinum bridal jewelry, according to the latest research from Platinum Guild International USA (PGI-USA). Read More |
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