Zoom, Zoom: Bridal Jewelers on Taking the Engagement Business Virtual
With the pandemic causing the cancellation of large events, weddings have no doubt been affected. But it’s not necessarily as dire as it...
The Custom Bridal Jewelry Business With Maggi Simpkins
There are no words for the incredible work of Maggi Simpkins. Or perhaps, it’s that there are too many words. Simpkins’ custom creations are...
Designer Engagement Rings, The Independent Way
As we continue to see a growing demand for responsibly sourced and made jewelry, so increases the sales and interest in designs featuring both...
Getting Engaged With Rebecca Overmann
When thinking of independent designers specializing in custom, one-of-a-kind engagement rings, Rebecca Overmann is one of the first who comes to...
This Conversation With Zaven Ghanimian Is Pure Gold
I recently had a chance to catch up with Zaven Ghanimian, CEO of Simon G. (who is known to many of us as "Zee"), and having covered the company's...
U.S. Platinum Jewelry Sales Fall, Then Rebound
U.S. platinum jewelry sales fell a staggering 40% in the second quarter of 2020, but now the people of Platinum Guild International are starting to...
Retail Reset: How Brick-and-Mortar Stores Went Digital During Lockdown
In the age of COVID-19, the savviest bridal retailers have gone digital. once you get a feel for the new frontier, you can fast-track your way to a...
15 Stunning New Engagement Rings and Wedding Bands
From colored center stones to this year's hottest diamond shape (ovals!), these uncommonly beautiful wedding jewels are sure to please even your...
Behind JCK’s Two Stunning September 2020 Covers
Cover illustration by Matthieu Forichon
Retail Reset
Brick-and-mortar stores have suddenly become screen saviors.
Kingston earrings in 14k...
A Love for all Times: The Vintage (and Vintage-Inspired) Engagement Ring
Sustainability—with respect to products’ impacts on both the environment and on the social welfare of our world’s population—has been a huge...