1. ShowsThe strength and sophistication of the Latin American jewelry market may come as a surprise to some people, but not to the organizers of LUXURY Privé Panama, a brand new invitation-only buying show from the team at JCK Events. From Oct. 22 to 24, 50 exhibitors—John Hardy, Rahaminov,  and Mattia Cielo, among others—will gather at the Westin Playa Bonita in Panama City to welcome some 150 upscale retailers, representing 900 doors across the Caribbean and Central and South Americas. The show marks the first time such an intimate and exclusive jewelry event has taken place on, or near, their home turf. “With the flourishing economy in this region,” says event director Desiree Hanson, “the need to bring a show of this caliber to Panama and introduce our suppliers and brands to these customers is extremely high.” China, eat your heart out.2. Fashion19th-century gold,