Maya Magal to open third store in London ’ s King ’ s Cross
Advanced synthetic diamond seminar to come to London
JNA Awards and RJC partner for better practice in the industry
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Maya Magal to open third store in London ’ s King ’ s Cross
British jewellers Maya Magal London are to open their third store at Coal Drops Yard , the new shopping district at King ’ s Cross , in October 2018 .
Following recent openings in Islington and Marylebone , the shop will affirm the brand ’ s retail presence in the capital and provide a flagship location for the company in London ’ s new cultural quarter .
Maya Magal , the brand ’ s founder , established her line in 2013 . Based in Islington , her designs are targeted to be worn as accessible everyday luxury pieces that are “ versatile and durable , with a classic and minimal look focused on gold and silver ”.
Having started the brand in a Hatton Garden workshop following her training as a jeweller , Magal has maintained close links to the capital ’ s jewellery hub and hand-makes more than half of her pieces in London . The brand releases collections twice a year and presents globally at Paris , London and New York Fashion Weeks .
Maya Magal London ’ s design aesthetic is reflected in their retail interiors the stores are designed to encourage a tactile shopping experience , displaying the handmaking process . She said : “ At Coal Drops Yard , we want to create a truly unique and interactive jewellery store , celebrating our new home and affirming the brand ’ s DNA as we grow .”
LAB-GROWN DIAMONDS
Advanced synthetic diamond seminar to come to London
The Gemological Institute of America ( GIA ) will be offering new advanced synthetic diamond seminars in August in Mumbai and London .
Participants will have the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of advanced diamond identification techniques and to have hands-on experience with current production synthetic diamonds and the latest detection technology .
Taught by GIA research scientists and experienced classroom instructors , the seminars will combine lectures with practical lab instruction , including the latest GIA instrumentation for differentiating natural diamonds from CVD and HPHT synthetic diamonds and diamond simulants .
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ETHICS
JNA Awards and RJC partner for better practice in the industry
The Responsible Jewellery Council ( RJC ) and the JNA Awards will partner to promote sustainable and ethical business practices globally in the gemstone industry and international jewellery .
RJC , which has more than 1,100 member-companies in 75 countries that span the entire jewellery supply chain , will introduce to its members the platform of JNA Awards , a worldrenowned programme organised by UBM Asia .
The action is expected to reach a greater number of organisations by sharing success stories and inspiring others in ensuring responsible and ethical practices .
Letitia Chow , founder of JNA and director of business development of Jewellery Group at UBM Asia , said : “ RJC has been a global pioneer in safeguarding and standardising best business practices in the jewellery industry . Collaborating with the RJC reinforces the JNA Awards ’ resolve to promote excellence on every aspect of the supply chain .”
The executive director at RJC , Andrew Bone , added : “ We are always keen to recognise industry trailblazers who are making a real impact and through joining forces with the JNA Awards , I believe together we can further communicate the many benefits of responsible jewellery , globally .”
July 2018 | jewelleryfocus . co . uk JEWELLERY FOCUS 11