Recession-minded jewelry designers get practical
New York--Jewelry has enjoyed quite a run on the Fashion Week catwalks for the last two seasons, but expect a bit of a retreat for fall 2009.
A 2009 prediction: Designers will drive palladium
New York--It's purely a matter of time: Palladium fashion jewelry will be the next designer darling.
Industry forecast 2009: Fashion
New York--It's difficult to discuss fashion these days without the conversation taking a sharp turn toward a much less exhilarating yet equally timely topic: the state of the economy.
Timeless jewels light up Globes
Los Angeles--Classic jewelry looks and beautifully structured gowns brought a bit of old Hollywood glamour to the 2008 Golden Globe Awards, held on Sunday night at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los...
Familiar themes, evolving trends at 'First'
Vicenza, Italy--The first of the year's major jewelry trade shows, the January Vicenzaoro show, or "First" as it has been called since last year, has long been considered a bellwether for trends.
Holiday shoppers stick with classic jewelry styles
New York--Contrary to constant reports of the country's economic ruin, jewelers nationwide who spoke to National Jeweler on Monday reported brisk sales over the weekend, with customers investing in...
Snow stalls jewelry sales, but men still buying
New York--The economic slowdown and severe snowstorms packed a one-two punch for jewelers this weekend, with many reporting slow sales despite new sales tactics, while others celebrated the last-minut...
Online voting begins for Couture Design Awards
New York--Online voting has begun for the 14th annual Couture Design Awards, a jewelry design contest presented by the Couture show that seeks to recognize and celebrate jewelry designers whose...
Rounds, white metals hold sway in bridal
The economy might be in the dumps, but the bridal market has always been perched above it all in terms of consumers' willingness to spend.
JA New York sets new dates for Winter Show
New York--JA New York and the National Jeweler Network have announced new dates for the 2010 JA New York Winter Show, now taking place from Feb. 28-March 2, 2010.
Leslie's releases 2009-2010 catalog
New York--Leslie's has released its 2009-2010 catalog featuring a multitude of new items, especially pieces with targeted price points given the current trends in the economy.
Judith Ripka crafts silver pendant for Autism Speaks
New York--To raise awareness for National Autism Awareness Month, which begins tomorrow, jewelry designer Judith Ripka has created a puzzle-shaped pendant that will benefit advocacy organization...