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Spring Fair returns to Birmingham in February

by Macarena Aguilera

Jewellery stalls inside exhibition hall. Spring Fair will return to the NEC Birmingham from 7–10 February 2027, offering the United Kingdom’s leading home, gift and fashion trade show to a broad range of international brands seeking exposure on a national stage. More than 40,000 visitors and over 1,500 exhibitors are expected across categories such as gift, home, fashion, jewellery and beauty, creating a busy marketplace where suppliers can meet buyers,…

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Photo © Fernando Gregory | Dreamstime.com. A vehicle-assisted robbery struck a jewellery shop on Derry Road in Mississauga at roughly 6:30 p.m. on October 18, according to a security report filed after the incident. Police reported that a white crossover-style vehicle was driven in reverse into the storefront, shattering the front barrier and creating an opening for as many as nine suspects to surge inside. The value of the items…

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Watches become silent storytellers in iconic films

by Constanza Contreras

In early Hollywood, accessories functioned as visual extensions of narrative themes. Hamilton watches have played a key role in defining some of cinema’s most memorable narratives, transforming timepieces from mere accessories into essential storytelling devices that heighten tension, shape character identity, and deepen emotional weight. Film storytelling treats time as a construct rather than a neutral passage. A character checking a wristwatch can stretch a scene’s duration, intensify suspense, or…

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Blackacre unveils sustainable Perennials jewellery collection

Sustainable jewellery takes center stage as Blackacre launches its Perennials collection in...

Macarena Aguilera • Nov 6, 2026 • Heirloom Stories

Blackacre unveils sustainable Perennials jewellery collection

J eweller crafting ring in studio. Blackacre, the award-winning B Corp-certified British jeweller, announced that its new collection Perennials will debut this November, marking the brand’s first launch in twelve months since the Origins line. New collection emphasizes timeless...

design The brand describes Perennials as a range of refined essentials meant for frequent wear and long-term enjoyment. Each item is intended to become a family heirloom, offering owners a piece that can be treasured across generations. Designers have incorporated...

Vicenzaoro 2027 Unites Global Jewellery Industry in Renovated Expo Centre

Vicenzaoro 2027 unites 1,300+ global jewellery brands at Italy’s renovated Expo Centre,...

Constanza Contreras • Nov 3, 2026 • Heirloom Stories

Vicenzaoro 2027 Unites Global Jewellery Industry in Renovated Expo Centre

A flat lay of a pocket watch and jewelry in a glass dish over vintage bird-patterned fabric. Photo: cottonbro studio/Pexels Vicenzaoro January 2027 returns to the renovated Expo Centre from January 15–19, launching the international jewellery and watch...

industry calendar. Organized by IEG – Italian Exhibition Group, the event includes three core shows: the main Vicenzaoro exhibition, T.GOLD for jewellery technologies, and VO Vintage, a public gathering for vintage watch and jewellery collectors. Unified supply chain under one...

Portrait design returns to jewellery scene

Portrait design makes a comeback in jewellery with personal and emotional significance,...

Agustina Tapia • Oct 30, 2026 • Event Sparkle

Portrait design returns to jewellery scene

C ynthia Renee, a custom jewellery specialist, recently created a pair of cufflinks featuring scenes from a client's home and images of his dogs. Portrait-inspired design is making a comeback in the world of jewellery, with many designers and...

customers drawn to its personal and emotional significance. Antique jewellery often featured portraits of loved ones and pets, serving as mementos, memorial pieces, or symbols of devotion. These portraits were typically carved, engraved, or painted on various materials, including precious...

Jewelry Appraisers Struggle with Evolving Trends and New Materials

Jewelry appraisal trends face challenges as the industry evolves with new materials...

Macarena Aguilera • Oct 27, 2026 • Designer Spotlight

Jewelry Appraisers Struggle with Evolving Trends and New Materials

M en’s jewelry expansion is reshaping appraisal demands in the evolving market. The jewellery industry has rapidly evolved alongside shifting fashion, technology, and consumer behaviour. This transformation has created new opportunities for retailers and designers but introduced significant challenges...

for appraisers. Today’s market is more diverse, trend-driven, and emotionally complex than in previous decades. Consumers’ purchasing choices will shape future appraisal demands, yet many professionals lack preparation for these changes. Men’s Jewellery Expansion Men’s jewellery has shifted from a...