All eyes are on New York City this week as a trio of designer jewelry shows aimed at holiday buyers take Manhattan. Connect with fellow buyers over a drink at Monday night’s WJA event, where industry leaders will discuss DEI and sustainability.
SHOP
New York Now Show: Aug. 13–16 (in person)
The New York Now Summer Market kicks off today at the Javits Center in NYC. Find fine and fashion jewels at the show, as well as candles, handbags, and gifts galore!
Melee the Show NYC: Aug. 14–16 (in person)
The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers hosts Melee the Show, a showcase for nearly 90 designers, including Dana Bronfman, Jennie Kwon, and TenThousandThings. Pre-registration has closed, but on-site registration is available.
Metal + Smith Fall Market: Aug. 14–15 (in person)
The industry’s #notatradeshow is being held this week at White Space Chelsea in Manhattan, where you’ll find 24 exhibitors across fine, fashion, and contemporary jewelry categories. Preregister at metalandsmith.com.
ATTEND
WJA Panel on Sustainability and DEI, New York: Aug. 14, 6 p.m. (in person)
The New York Metro chapter of the Women’s Jewelry Association will gather at Sicily Osteria in midtown Manhattan tomorrow night for drinks, food, and a thought-provoking panel discussion called “Interconnection: Sustainability, DEI and the Next Generation.” A cohort of industry leaders will share their insights on the relationship between sustainable practices and diversity, equity, and inclusion, and how they impact consumer behavior, with a specific focus on Gen Z.
Plumb Club Webinar on Luxury Trends: Aug. 17, 2 p.m. ET (online)
The Plumb Club will explore luxury industry trends in a webinar presented as a conversation between Regina Ciarleglio and Amanda Gizzi of Jewelers of America and Jonathan Preciado of Synchrony Financial. The trio will discuss how retailers can leverage a variety of research findings and recent trends, such as changing expectations among luxury customers and evolving preferences in the wedding market.
Top: Peridot and diamond asymmetric earrings in 18k white gold, $5,800; Lisa Nik
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