Blogs - JCK

Off the Chain

Editor-in-chief Victoria Gomelsky gives you a wide-angle-lens look at the jewelry industry.

By Victoria Gomelsky

platinum band

The Case for Platinum Wedding Rings

Gold and Smoke 18k gold signet ring

My 2024 Tucson Gem Show Hit List

Cartier Time Unlimited Exterior

Scenes From Cartier’s “Time Unlimited” Exhibition in Miami

Yael Designs enamel ring

My Hit List for the 2023 JCK Las Vegas and Luxury Shows

Tiffany party BFA Joe Schildhorn

Cocktails at Tiffany’s: My Night at the Biggest Jewelry Party of the Year

Lydia Courteille Indian Song emerald earrings

If I Could Buy These 5 Jewels, I’d Be Complete

What Jewelers Will Be Talking About in 2021

Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Special Edition Capri watch

Hublot’s Latest Wristwatch Is an Ode to Summer in Capri

Bulova 2020 Grammy Winners Watch

My Weekend at the Grammys in 3 Acts

BaYou With Love Arrow of Love Sapphire Dot ring

3 Hopeful Jewelry Predictions for the 2020s

Patek Philippe Watch Art Grand Exhibition Singapore 2019 Catalogue

5 Things You (Probably) Don’t Know About Patek Philippe

Venetian Las Vegas Grand Canal

Where to Find Answers to All Your JCK Las Vegas 2019 Questions

Cutting Remarks

Views on news in the diamond and jewelry industries

By Rob Bates

Kimberley Process Lifts Embargo on Central African Republic

Diamond Shavings

Nov. 15 Diamond Shavings: Your Friday Web Roundup

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Nov. 8 Diamond Shavings: Your Friday Web Roundup

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Nov. 1 Diamond Shavings: Your Friday Web Roundup

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Oct. 25 Diamond Shavings: Your Friday Web Roundup

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Oct. 18 Diamond Shavings: Your Friday Web Roundup

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A Jeweler Has Grown Rubies in Mountings (and Thinks You Can Too)

Diamond Shavings

Oct. 11 Diamond Shavings: Your Friday Web Roundup

digital storefront

What Are Digital Storefronts—and Why Is Signet So Psyched About Them?

Diamond Shavings

Oct. 4 Diamond Shavings: Your Friday Web Roundup

Signet CEO Gina Drosos on Why She’s Retiring

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Lab-Grown Diamond Grading Is Becoming Its Own Thing

All That Glitters

A window on the latest jewelry styles, trends, and emerging designers.

By JCK

King Edward IV brooch

Brooch Holding King Edward IV’s Hair Heads to Auction

SOthebys Geneva Marie Antoinette Necklace

Necklace Linked to Marie Antoinette Scandal Sells for Over $4.8M

Schlumberger bracelet

Schlumberger for Tiffany Bracelet Headlines Bonhams’ Upcoming Sale

Mary Tyler Moore cuff

Mary Tyler Moore’s Van Cleef & Arpels Jewels Up for Sale

Spectrum Adam Neeley Titanium and 14kt white gold cromatica earrings

AGTA Names 2024 Spectrum, Cutting Edge Award Winners

Sydney Evan’s Latest Jewelry Collection Is Wicked Good

Hancocks

Hancocks London Spotlights Jean Mahie With Latest Jewel of the Month

iconic watches

New Book Highlights 100 of History’s Most Significant Watches

Costeau rolex

A Rolex Submariner From the Cousteau Family Goes Up for Auction

Philippe Dufour watch

One-of-a-Kind Philippe Dufour Watch Heads to Auction

patek sothebys

All of Sotheby’s Fine Watches Sell During Record-Breaking Paris Luxury Week

Reformation Unveils Jewelry Collection by Clare Waight Keller

Retail Details

News, tips, and best practices for and from retail jewelers.

By Karen Dybis

DC Loveweld

Permanent Jewelry Brand Loveweld Expands With 3 Cozy Studios

SCAD group

American Jewelry Design Council Reorients Toward Education

Isa Grutman store

Curves, Textures, Warmth Make Isa Grutman’s Flagship a Standout

Celi exterior

With Celi, Paris Jewellers Invests in Experiential Retail

Varsha Color Candy

Varsha Diamonds CEO Predicts Colored Gemstones Will Soar in 2025

Radcliffe storefront

Radcliffe Jewelers, Now Part of the 1916 Company, Branches Out

Jennie Yoon Kinn

Kinn’s New Flagship Store Designed With Natural Materials and Elegant Architecture

Monica Kosann Troy

Monica Rich Kosann Gives First Midwest Boutique the Personal Touch

Chestnut Brilliant Earth

Brilliant Earth Introduces Try-on Bar at New Boston Showrooms

Air Anchor store

Air & Anchor Rebrands Flagship Store and Takes Its Experience on the Road

Ring Concierge Houston

Ring Concierge Opens Its First Stores Outside NYC

Capucine De Wulf pop up

Capucine De Wulf Blossoms at Bloomingdale’s Pop-up

On Your Market

JCK Marketplace maven Brittany reports on the latest products and style trends.

By Brittany Siminitz

Marie Lichtenberg Raizin

Counterfeit for a Cause: Marie Lichtenberg’s Raiz’in

Beenish Mahmood Lava rock ring

Snuggle Up to Citrine This Season

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Britt’s Pick: Kia Schwan’s Coral Abacus Ring

LX Alice baby mushroom earrings

Stay Groovy, Stay Well: the Logan Hollowell x Alice Mushrooms Capsule

Jacquie Aiche’s Treasure Hunt Will End in Diamonds for One

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Britt’s Pick: Kika Alvarenga’s Tourmaline Coc Earrings

JV Insardi Solar bead necklace

JV Insardi’s Solar Is a Hot Take on a Classic Shape

Alison Lou Ghost huggie

Jewels From My Inbox: October 2024 Edition

Januka marquise diamond ring

Britt’s Pick: Januka’s Floating Marquise Diamond Ring

Marrow Martini

The $13K Marrow Martini Is the Ultimate Holiday Cocktail

Marco Bicego tourmaline bracelet

I Want Candy: Tourmaline in Every Flavor

Elva Margot tourmaline ring

Britt’s Pick: Elva’s Petite Margot Green Tourmaline Ring

Social Setting

The intersection of the jewelry industry and the internet.

By JCK

Pew Research 2024 social

New Pew Research Highlights Social Media Usage

TikTok for Business

TikTok Releases End-of-Year Sales Playbook for Small and Midsize Businesses

Social Media Icons

Social Media Updates: November 2024

Instagram Halloween

Spookify Your Socials With These Halloween-Themed Activations

Social Media Icons

Social Media Updates: October 2024

Taking Stock of Teens survey

Instagram Most Popular App Among Teens: Report

Pinterest Halloween trends

Pinterest Sees Pop Culture, Sports, Vintage Trends for Halloween

Social Media Icons

Social Media Updates: September 2024

Meta sponsored

Meta Announces New Paid Tools to Drive Holiday Sales

Pinterest 2024 Fall Trends report

Pinterest Releases Fall 2024 Trend Report

TikTok SMB marketing

TikTok Releases Marketing Guide for Small Business

Social Media Icons

Social Media Updates: August 2024

Supplier News

A roundup of the lastest manufacturer announcements and press releases to hit our inbox here at JCK Marketplace, the jewelry industry's essential sourcing site.

By JCK Marketplace

TJA networking

Supplier News: Week of Nov. 11

Omega-square

Supplier News: Week of Nov. 4

Gem Legacy

Supplier News: Week of Oct. 21

PGI holiday training

Supplier News: Week of Oct. 14

GIA pearl reports

Supplier News: Week of Oct. 7

Alex Soldier NYFW event

Supplier News: Week of Sept. 30

Stuller catalog

Supplier News: Week Of Sept. 23

Pebbles to Pines fundraiser

Supplier News: Week of Sept. 16

IIJS Premiere 2024

Supplier News: Week of Aug. 26

Meghan Folsom Lauren Abend

Supplier News: Week of Aug. 12

Varsha Fireworks diamond

Supplier News: Week of July 29

Supplier News: Week of July 15

FROM THE ARCHIVE

Style 360

An editorial jewelry blog celebrating new collections, trends, celebrity styles, and pieces for every occasion.

By Jennifer Heebner

Q&A: Hayley Henning of ‘Tanzanite: Born From Lightning’

Collection Spotlight: Suzanne Kalan’s Evil Eye Fireworks Jewelry

Collection Spotlight: Xiao Wang’s Galaxy Rare Jewelry

Jen’s Obsession: Jewelmak’s Fancy Shape Gemstone Rings in Gold

Men’s Jewelry Collection Spotlight: Bellarri’s New Bentley Jewelry

Collection Spotlight: Nada G’s New IDentity Jewelry

Collection Spotlight: Sterling Reputation’s New Message Collection

What’s Your Inspiration? Social Media for Shy Creation’s Hashtag Stud Earrings

Get to Know FreyWille Jewelry

Get to Know Les Georgettes Fashion Jewelry

Jen’s Obsession: Jacqueline Cullen’s Whitby Jet Cuff With Black Diamonds

Collection Spotlight: Ray Griffiths’ New Everyday Gold Jewelry

JCK Insider

Up close and personal with JCK show artists.

Designer Spotlight: Belle Brooke Designs

Designer Spotlight: Kathy Kamei

Retailer Spotlight: ZFolio

Designer Spotlight: Aaron Henry

Designer Spotlight: Rebecca Myers

Designer Spotlight: Boaz Kashi

Designer Spotlight: Ayesha Studio

Designer Spotlight: Geoffrey Scott

Designer Spotlight: Melissa Spencer

Retailer Spotlight: Manika Jewelry

Spotlight on JCK Tucson 2016 Keynote Speaker: Todd Reed

Retailer Spotlight: Quadrum Gallery