MONTH IN REVIEW
MAY
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JEWELLERY DESIGN
W&W Jewellery creates ring to mark 50th
anniversary of moon landing
The 3D star burst concept is inspired by traditional Victorian diamond
brooches and the distinctive design characteristics of Sputnik
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing, W&W Jewellery
has taken inspiration from antique jewellery and atomic post-war design to create
its new The Celestial Ring.
FOOTFALL
High street footfall drops 2.9% in April
Footfall fell by 2.9% year-on-year in April, quieter than the forecast of -0.3%,
according to the latest Ipsos Retail Performance Retail Traffic Index.
Footfall over the Easter fortnight was 8.5% lower than last year, despite falling three
weeks later this year. However, when compared with March, average weekly footfall
was 6.1% stronger, but this represented over 3 points lower than expected.
The firm said ordinarily Easter falling at this time would provide an 8% boost to
footfall compared with the same April fortnight of the previous year, but this year it
registered no growth.
JEWELLERY DESIGN
Swarovski launches new design initiative
with Central Saint Martins
Swarovski has launched its inaugural Conscious Design programme in collaboration
with Central Saint Martins, UAL.
Swarovski’s Conscious Design initiative is focused on how the company can “inspire
others to spark positive change in the world” by motivating the next generation of
designers to create their products and collections responsibly, and by integrating
sustainability into the creative learning projects supported by the brand.
COLLECTIONS
Nova Silver releases new ‘fast-selling’
collection
British designer and manufacturer Nova Silver has responded to “unprecedented
demand” to create a new range sterling silver jewellery collection.
Its new ‘Simply Silver’ range features a wide range of styles that offer affordable and
“fast-selling” options. Each piece is aimed at a gift price level, and with trade prices
starting at £1.20 for a simple pair of studs, room has been left for stockists to achieve a
healthy margin.
The newest collection includes classic hoop earrings, ball studs and band rings, as
well as simple jewellery that “appeals to a wide audience”.
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