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Top Story: Most buyers unaffected by diamond film

The latest research from the Jewelry Consumer Opinion Council (JCOC), shows that most consumers who have seen the film Blood Diamond will not let it influence their jewellery-buying. JCOC added that nearly three-quarters of those who saw the movie say their holiday diamond jewellery purchasing plans will not be affected by seeing this film. Also in the news De Beers’ marketing arm, the Diamond... find out more »

A Small World

The other highlight of the show was the International contingent, which featured designers hailing from Hong Kong, Israel, Belgium, Italy, India, Korea, Thailand, Brazil, Mexico, Turkey, Japan, Germany, Singapore, Taiwan, Spain and Portugal. Standouts included the Italian Pavilion, which made great use of the ancient goldsmithing techniques the country is known for. Movement and organic shapes were... find out more »

Couture Down Under

The Couture Pavilion (featuring designers who exhibit at the Couture show in Las Vegas) was moved downstairs, and many designers featured pieces made specifically for the show. A major trend saw vendors embracing semiprecious gemstones and materials in their collections. Robin Rotenier debuted a pair of 32 carat kunzite earrings, K Brunini Jewels featured a spectacular new Orchid collection made from... find out more »