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How can jewelers coax in more shoppers?
...rs spent three years visiting jewelry stores across the country and surveying consumers about their experiences, the conclusion was unavoidable: Americans simply don't like shopping at jewelry stores."It's kind of average out there," Diamond Promotion Service (DPS) Director Claudia Rose said about the current jewelry retail environment during her presentation titled "Winning or Losing in the Year ... |
Report: Gitanjali to scale back some U.S. stores
...2007, operates a total of 130 jewelry stores in the United States. The Standard reports that Gitanjali will target underperforming stores in rural areas, downsizing some while likely closing others. Specific stores were not cited in the report, and it was not clear if the changes would apply to Samuels, Rogers or both. Gitanjali USA Chief Executive Officer Nehal Modi did not immediately respo... |
U.S. sales looking up for Sterling
...Jewelers Ltd., which operates jewelry stores in both the United States and the United Kingdom, sales for Sterling totaled $624.8 million for the 13 weeks ended May 2, a decline of only 2.6 percent.Sterling operates Kay Jewelers and Jared The Galleria Of jewelry stores, as well as a number of regional brands.Signet Chief Executive Terry Burman said it was an "encouraging performance" compared with ... |
Birks and Mayors 1Q sales drop 20 percent
...and Mayors operates 69 luxury jewelry stores in the United States and Canada. As of June 30, 2009, the company operated 37 stores (Birks Brand) across most major metropolitan markets in Canada and 30 stores (Mayors Brand) across Florida and Georgia, as well as two retail locations in Calgary and Vancouver under the Brinkhaus brand.For more information about Birks and Mayors, visit the company's We... |
U.S. fuels Signet 3Q growth
for 75.6 percent of the company's total year-to-date sales, or $1.583 billion. Total year-to-date sales at U.S. stores increased 13.3 percent (12.6 percent at constant exchange rates), while same-store U.S. sales grew 6.9 percent.Signet operates 1,865 jewelry stores, including 1,290 stores in the United States under the names Kay Jewelers, Jared the Galleria of jewelry and several regional names.... |
US economy fuels gold rush
...shops or selling them back to jewelry stores. "It's terrific because it's a little bit intimidating to think about walking into a jewelry store, even though they may be heavily advertising it, and, you know, to someone that you don't know and turning over your valuables to them," said Pat Walsh, a 56-year-old retired store manager from Simsbury, Connecticut. Walsh went home with $286 after selling... |
Samuels Jewelers in acquisition discussions
the sightholder."We believe Samuels is an ideal candidate to complement a sightholder's strengths in manufacturing of diamonds and jewelry products," Samuels Chairman David Barr said in a statement. Samuels operates 97 retail jewelry stores in 18 states under the names Samuels, Schubach and Samuels Diamonds. The retailer had an estimated $100,000,000 in U.S. retail jewelry and watch sales in 2005.... |
Jewelers receive small-business awards
...ative, Eisen opened her first jewelry store in 1980, and now has her shop on North Mesa Road, where she also does custom jewelry designing, repairs and appraising of jewelry and fine art.She is a certified member of the International Society of Appraisers and a senior member and master gemologist appraiser of the American Society of Appraisers, a title held by only 42 people in the country.In 2008... |
Blue Nile reports better-than-expected 1Q results
...dustry this year."Traditional jewelry stores, many of which are highly leveraged, are finding it difficult to continue operating in this challenging economy," she said, adding that such consolidation "creates tremendous opportunities" for Blue Nile."There is no doubt we are gaining market share," Irvine said.Blue Nile plans to launch a redesigned Web site later this year that emphasizes the custom... |
Montblanc says thanks to moms, gives back to kids
and Chief Executive Officer Jan Patrick Schmitz said in a media release. "A jewelry creation inspired by mothers, the Montblanc Precious Heart necklace is a great opportunity to remember this very special woman in your life while supporting a very worthy cause."The necklace will be available at Montblanc boutiques and select retail jewelry stores in the United States and Canada beginning April 20.... |
Consumers need greater tanzanite exposure
...ation study finds that retail jewelry stores were the top source of consumer information among consumers who know tanzanite, with television shopping channels No 2.Sites, who thought most people knew of tanzanite from home shopping channels, was surprised at that particular finding. But he isn't surprised that 54.8 percent of respondents don't know which gemstone is December's birthstone, even tho... |
Family Centric Pendant - a valuable fashion piece
2.3 mm diamonds to represent the mother's eyes. Each pendant has a total carat weight of 0.4 The pendants are 1.5" long. Mark's pendant was recently featured on the Celebrity Baby Scoop website and received over 100 enthusiastic comments from the readers of the site. His pieces have also recently been carried in fine-art jewelry stores located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Centric Designs LLC... |
World Jewelry Center gets its first close-up
...ee-standing gallery of retail jewelry stores meant to target middle-market consumers. The WJC also calls for an educational component that will include a museum. It is planned to open for business sometime in late 2009 or mid-2010."There is definitely a need in the jewelry trade for a visionary project that brings the world together in a one-stop shop," Boyajian, managing director, told attendees.... |
Northeastern to add sparkle to charity fashion show
...been selected as the official jewelry store for the 11th Annual Ronald McDonald House Charities Fashion Show, slated for Aug. 27 at the Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.The fashion show, an event of the Shadwell Travers Festival, will showcase a wide variety of designers and includes lunch and a silent auction, with proceeds benefiting the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Capita... |
Jewelers Executive Conference announces 2010 date
...ional conference and show for jewelry store executives, managers, buyers and sales staff, will be held from March 20-21 at the Marriott Hotel in Overland Park, Kan.According to JEC co-chairs Vicki Cunningham of Tulsa, Okla., and Tom Wright of Lincoln, Neb., the spacious meeting and display areas and the superior lighting at the newly renovated hotel allowed for more flexibility in planning the age... |
Jeweler to light Ronald McDonald House
... this season.The family-owned jewelry store will earmark a portion of all proceeds this month toward traditional holiday lights and holiday gifts for the House's Capital Region location here. A house lighting ceremony is scheduled for Nov. 27. In addition to adding to the Ronald McDonald House's usual holiday festivities, the event will also inaugurate the charity's 25th anniversary celebration."W... |
Warning issued in Denver for traveling jewelry salespeople
...ange Building or Cherry Creek jewelry stores prior to the robberies.* The robbers appeared on video following the victims for up to three days prior to the robberies.* The robbers drove numerous rental-style vehicles, including Dodge Grand Caravans, Chevrolet Impalas or Chevrolet Trailblazers while following the victims.* The robbers, men ages 20-40, numbered from three to eight and used knives or... |
JCP ropes in veteran fine jewelry merchant Pam Mortensen
...ack record of success in fine jewelry retailing based on a deep understanding of what customers want for themselves and in their gift selections. She shares our dedication to offering an assortment that reflects style and quality at prices that make sense for our customers’ budgets. We are delighted to welcome her to our team and look forward to benefitting from her expertise and leadership.” Ms. ... |
Tourist-spot jewelers adapt to fewer visitors
...on many business sectors, but jewelry chains that rely heavily on tourists have been particularly hard-hit over the past year.With cost-conscious Americans flying less and opting to instead spend vacation time close to home, jewelers based in tourist destinations from Washington, D.C. to Hawaii have watched their sales and profits sail away. Still, jewelry chains that rely on leisure travelers hav... |
Customer 'wish lists' prove versatile tools
... what I want!' My in-laws own jewelry stores in Tennessee, and that's what they run into all the time."In Fremont, Calif., June Sablan, owner of StoneWear jewelry, confirms that the wish list is an effective way to bring men into the equation--and to ensure that they'll buy something that the recipient will appreciate. Sablan says she encourages men and women to make lists for her to use in follow... |
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