Resilient by Design
IN THE KNOW February 2026 Resilient by Design Bill Boyajian WHY THE MOST SUCCESSFUL JEWELERS SEE DISRUPTION NOT AS DANGER —BUT AS A DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH. The jewelry business has always sparkled with creativity, craftsmanship, and passion—but lately, it feels like the shine comes with some serious challenges. Between shifting tariffs and taxes, the […]
Time-Saving Tips For Jewelers
IN THE KNOW February 2026 Juggling Ten Things at Once: Time-Saving Tips For Jewelers Aleah Arundale Running a jewelry business today means juggling ten things at once — clients, repairs, memos, vendors, social media, and a million little details that all demand your attention. Time is your most valuable gem. Here are five simple, battle […]
Curate Less, Run Lean
STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS February 2026 Curate Less, Run Lean: Why Merchandising + Operations Must Move Together Andrea Lucille Pooler I’ve witnessed this many times: jewelry retailers believed that bigger assortments meant better results. More styles, more backups, more options “just in case.” But 2026 is proving what many stores have quietly suspected: excess inventory doesn’t […]
Smart Pricing Tactics to Beat Tariff Challenges
IN THE KNOW February 2026 Smart Pricing Tactics to Beat Tariff Challenges Megan Crabtree Tariffs, taxes, and rising costs can quickly eat into profits if you’re not prepared. Staying profitable means taking control of your pricing strategy and vendor relationships. Here’s how smart retailers are navigating the challenges ahead: 1. Track Tariffs Tariffs can be […]
Color Infusion
STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS February 2026 Color Infusion Across runways, & red carpets, a new chromatic infatuation is taking hold: vivid, unapologetic color. In 2026, luxury jewelry will move beyond traditional white diamonds and embrace the lively world of colored precious gemstones. Sapphires in electric cornflower blue, vivid pigeon-blood rubies, lagoon-green tourmalines, neon Paraíba stones, and […]
Facing the Challenges Ahead – Tariffs, Taxes, Trepidation
STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS February 2026 Facing the Challenges Ahead – Tariffs, Taxes, Trepidation David Brown Running a jewelry business has never been easy, but in the current climate of rising costs and geopolitical uncertainty it can feel like you’re navigating a minefield blindfolded. Between global unrest, fluctuating gold prices, new tariffs, ever-changing tax laws, and […]
5 Marketing Metrics to Turn Your Jewelry Store into an Industry Leader
IN THE KNOW February 2026 5 Marketing Metrics to Turn Your Jewelry Store into an Industry Leader Jennifer Shaheen Every jewelry store has a story worth telling, and the right metrics reveal which chapters need rewriting. While others obsess over yesterday’s sales figures, visionary retailers track marketing metrics that predict tomorrow’s success. These five measurements […]
The Allure That Endures
ON TREND February 2026 The Allure That Endures A blend of timeless elegance and contemporary values. Heirloom-style looks and vintage-inspired designs are a significant trend in fine jewelry for 2026. This popularity is driven by pop culture influences, a desire for uniqueness, sustainability, and personal storytelling. The trend is not about simply replicating old styles […]
The Rise of Minimalism in Men’s Ring Fashion
ON TREND October 2025 Jewelry Innovations The Rise of Minimalism in Men’s Ring Fashion Jennifer Shaheen Statement rings make a bold claim about a man’s style. Yet, as fashion shifts, a quieter elegance emerges, leading us to the rise of minimalism in men’s ring fashion. Minimalist rings showcase simplicity and elegance, often characterized by clean […]
How Can We Save Natural Diamonds and Why Should We?
ON TREND October 2025 How Can We Save Natural Diamonds and Why Should We? Aleah Arundale Why should anyone buy a natural diamond? Unfortunately, social platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube are flooded with influencers championing lab-grown diamonds, branding natural ones as outdated, overpriced, or worse. So, should we just give up? Should we stop […]
