Brittany is the writer of JCK‘s On Your Market, Social Setting, and Supplier News blogs.
Q&A: Noora Shawqi on Translating Ancient Egypt Into Modern Jewelry
Ancient Egypt has long been a source of inspiration for jewelry designers, and for good reason. While humans have been adorning themselves with...
How Montana Sapphire Sparked Jewelry’s Teal Obsession
It was during JCK Las Vegas in 2022 that Montana sapphire seemed to quietly take hold. The gemstone popped up throughout the halls of the Luxury...
Britt’s Pick: Di Volpe’s Velocità Tennis Bracelet
The Velocità tennis bracelet from Dubai-based Di Volpe is another compelling example of the tennis bracelet's ongoing evolution. Crafted in 18k...
Should Jewelers Still Be Prioritizing Facebook and Instagram?
Independent jewelers don't need to be everywhere on social media, but they do need to be where their customers are. A recent roundup of user data by...
Natalie O.’s Café Society Is an Ode to Icons of the 1920s
Long Island, N.Y.–based jewelry brand Natalie O. explores the legacy of the 1920s—a glamorous, rebellious decade when women redefined what it...
Supplier News: July 30
Sy Kessler Offers Starter Kit for Doing Watch Battery Replacement
With Dallas-based industry supplier Sy Kessler's Watch Battery Starter Kit...
Jewels From My Inbox: July 2026 Edition
Chalk it up to the slow rhythm of summer—long days and lingering sunlight—but July always seems to stretch on. (more…)
Britt’s Pick: The Endear By S Follow Your Heart Necklace
Not to be too on the nose, but the first word that came to mind when I saw this necklace was endearing. (more…)
Consumers Are Tired of Being Online. Here’s Why That Matters for Jewelers.
Many people have begun experiencing digital fatigue and are looking for ways to unplug, according to a new report from Incogni, a data privacy...
Lizzie Mandler on Form, Her Knife-Edge Signature, and What She Wishes She Knew in 2012
It's not uncommon for an established jewelry brand to evolve its aesthetic, experimenting with new materials, shapes, or other design details. But...