CIBJO President Gaetano Cavalieri (third from left) at the opening of the “Art For Jewellery – Inspiration Hub” at the Istanbul Jewellery Show on August 17, 2024. He is flanked (from left) by Murad Köşker, Turkish Jewellery Exporters Association Board Member; Aylin Gozen, Turkish Jewellery Exporters Association Consultant and Hub of Culture Project Partner; Ö. Volkan Ağar Deputy Minister of Trade of the Republic of Türkiye; Burak Yakin, Turkish Jewellery Exporters Association President; Oznur Yakin, Hub of Culture Project Partner; Emre Namyeter, an artist; Atilla Marangozoğlu, Informa Markets ..read more

Virtual Diamond Boutique, the jewelry industry’s largest virtual marketplace and SaaS solutions provider, is rebranding as “VDB – Your Jewelry Tech Partner,” reflecting the evolution and expansion of its strategy, marketplace, and software solutions. The strategic pivot from its roots as a pioneering marketplace to a versatile provider of SaaS solutions marks a significant milestone in VDB’s journey of driving innovation, efficiency, and profitability across the jewelry industry’s entire ecosystem – from suppliers, brands, and manufacturers to in-store and e-commerce platforms. The rebranding ..read more

Jewelry is the ultimate enhancement to a great outfit. Including not only modern jewels and experimental silhouettes of quiet luxury, but also bold colors and maximalist jewelry, we’ve identified some of the major trends that will shape 2024. The list features new jewelry creations in the Art Deco style, earrings for each and every style, as well as pearls and cuff bracelets on the rise. MISMATCHED EARRINGS Simple earrings designed to be worn on a daily basis can sometimes feel boring and ordinary. To change things up, wear a different pair of earrings on each ear and you could be part of the ..read more

 Export-oriented, markedly international and ready to recognise talent. Among the leading names of exhibitors at Oroarezzo 2024, the gold and silverware manufacturing industry is ready to rediscover the foreign reference markets of Italy’s leading production district: the Arab Emirates, Turkey, the United States, Hong Kong and France. A quintet worth more than 65% of the sector’s exports for a value of 1.6 billion (source: Federorafi). Made in Italy manufacturing will be on show from 11th to 14th May at Arezzo Fiere e Congressi for the 43rd edition of the event organised by Italian Exhibi ..read more

Serpenti Viper represents the evolution of Bulgari’s icon of metamorphosis and now welcomes five new pieces to the collection that depict the snake’s innate power to evolve and take on new forms. A symbol of transformation and renewal since 1948, Bulgari’s Serpenti icon has been inspired by the metamorphic nature of the snake. Gifted with a unique ability to shed its skin, this powerful symbol has served as an inspiration for Bulgari to create a multifaceted collection. The 2024 jewelry references enrich the line with designs crafted in 18k yellow or rose gold and demi pavé diamonds. While pla ..read more

Pomellato introduces Pom Pom Dot, a new double-sided line offering two stone options in each pendant or bracelet for maximum wearability. Italian jewelry brand Pomellato introduces its newest collection, Pom Pom Dot, a new double-sided line with innovation that offers a two stone options in each pendant or bracelet. The design is based on a button, a motif that forms part of Pomellato’s design heritage – a gold necklace from 1974 – an inspiring detail that conveys many messages. Transformed into a jewel, Pom Pom Dot was created by the brand as a reminder “to appreciate the simple, ev ..read more

Palakiss, the showcase for goldsmithing and jewelry with the possibility of immediate sales, will exhibit all the latest trends in the industry at its 2024 spring edition. From April 11th to 13th, in the fair district of Vicenza, it will once again bring together industry professionals for 3 days of business. Spring 2024 promises to be the cash and carry platform for jewelry, with a large number of exhibitors from the main Italian manufacturing districts. The fair will offer a wide range of items in gold, silver, steel, and with natural stones. Palakiss CEO, Andrea Marcon, stated: “We are deli ..read more

Informa Markets Jewellery announced today the judging panel for the Sustainability Awards 2024 by JWA (Jewellery World Awards), a global initiative that recognises and honours outstanding sustainability efforts undertaken in the past three years by businesses of all sizes in the fine jewellery, gemstone and related industries. The judging panel consists of experts who have distinguished themselves in their respective fields, both from within and beyond the jewellery world. They are John Mulligan, Director of Market  Relations & Climate Change Lead at the World Gold Coun ..read more

Aptly timed for spring, Paul Morelli released a Forget Me Not collection of necklaces, bracelets, and earrings where the petals of the sentimental namesake flower are adorned with diamonds. The hoop or chain of each Forget Me Not piece is made of 18k yellow gold and is studded with handcrafted 18k pink gold petals set with white and yellow pavé diamonds. The collection is now available on Paul Morelli’s website and at the jeweler’s New York flagship (which just opened last fall). Here are the five floral jewels, which will outlast any bouquets ..read more

A yellow diamond ring was the star of the most recent jewelry sale at Phillips in Hong Kong, fetching HKD 8.9 million ($1.1 million). The round brilliant-cut, 15.51-carat, fancy-vivid-yellow, VS2-clarity diamond ring fell within its estimated range at the March 28 Hong Kong Jewels auction, Phillips said last week. In total, the sale achieved HKD 32.3 million ($4.1 million), with 73% of items finding buyers. “The sale total for our spring auction in Hong Kong increased by 20% over the previous season, demonstrating the resilience of the global demand for rare and important jewels across th ..read more