Exceptional Stones launch and NYC salon: will US collectors follow?
London jeweler rumoured to be Zendaya’s favourite opens a New York salon and debuts an ‘Exceptional Stones’ collection — a targeted push into the US high‑jewellery market.
Category: Retail
Hailey Bieber’s diamond monogram trend tests US retail demand
Hailey Bieber’s diamond ‘B’ pendant and new anklet are increasing demand for small, personalized diamond pieces — a clear merchandising opportunity for US jewelers.
Gordon Brothers buys Lugano Diamonds — signals retail‑funding shift
Enhanced Retail Funding (Gordon Brothers) has purchased Lugano Diamonds after its Chapter 11 sale — a strategic inventory‑backed rescue with implications for US jewellery retail funding.
Rio Grande adds calibrated melee in fancy shapes — sourcing cue
Rio Grande now offers calibrated melee diamonds — natural and lab‑grown in fancy shapes — enabling trade customers to source ready‑to‑set melee online and rework inventory strategy.
KwaZulu-Natal Jewellery Market Shootout: What U.S. Retailers Must Know
KwaZulu‑Natal shootout tied to jewellery robberies raises insurance, provenance and supply risks for U.S. buyers and investors sourcing South African gems.
Gustavo Oro Jewelry — $1.2M Smash-and-Grab in 10 Seconds: Why?
Gustavo Oro jewelry shop in Jersey City lost $1.1–1.2M in a 10‑second smash‑and‑grab. Retailers face higher security and insurance costs in 2025.
Shimoon Jewellers $100K Daylight Heist — Is Retail Security Failing?
Two rapid smash-and-grab raids hit Calgary and Kitchener jewelers; about $100K stolen. Retailers and insurers must reassess security and inventory risk.
Stuller Picks Signature Red for 2026 — Will Retailers Profit?
Stuller names Signature Red for 2026 and forecasts strong demand for rubies, sapphires and emeralds—strategies U.S. retailers can use to capture higher margins.
KISNA Plans 1,200 Hires in FY26 — What Does This Mean for Growth?
KISNA will add 1,200 staff in FY26 to scale omnichannel retail across India—boosting store throughput, inventory velocity and investor visibility.
Taliban Glizzy: 219 Months for $3.83M Jewelry Heists — What’s Next?
Rapper Taliban Glizzy given 219-month sentence after a multi-state ring stole $3.83M in cash and gold—what U.S. jewelers must change now.
UPS Worker Busted in $174K Jewelry Theft — What Retailers Must Do
UPS employee convicted in a $174K jewelry theft tied to Saxon’s, Zales, Jared and Kay. Restitution ordered; a warning for U.S. retailers and insurers.
Cast Relaunches Compass Collection — Can It Reclaim US Retail?
Cast relaunches under cofounder Rachel Skelly with Compass collection, double-sided designs $850–$7,950. Selective trunk shows and cautious wholesale plans.