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IDEX Online Research’s Challenges for 2008: Jewelry Shopping A Dull In-Store Experience
IDEX Online, Israel
(February 14, ’08, 10:41 Ken Gassman)

Go to any mall in America and see where the crowds are. They are in the Apple Computer store. They are in the Bass Pro store. They are anywhere that retailing is fun, anywhere there is an “experience” involved.

American Baby Boomers – older, wealthy consumers – have latched onto the concept of “experiential retailing,” and now merchants serve it up every chance they get. Little wonder: it turns out that consumers of all ages enjoy the experience of shopping when it is interactive and fun Read more about IDEX Online Research’s Challenges for 2008: Jewelry Shopping A Dull In-Store Experience …

Jewelry retailers fall on Blue Nile view
BusinessWeek
New York

Shares of jewelry retailers fell Wednesday after online jewelry retailer Blue Nile offered a weak yearly outlook.

Citing uncertainty in the luxury retail sector, the company said it expects first quarter and yearly earnings below expectations.

Analysts said the luxury sector, once thought to be impervious to the economy, appears to be weakening. Tiffany Inc. and Coach Inc. have both warned of sales slowdowns. Read more about Jewelry retailers fall on Blue Nile view …

Agency Misses Chance to Curb Lead in Jewelry
Failure to Craft New Rules
On Imports, Pursue Violators
Raises Ire Among Consumers
By M.P. MCQUEEN
February 12, 2008; Page D1
Wall Street Journal

The Consumer Product Safety Commission failed to exploit an opportunity to crack down on unsafe imports — a lapse that consumer advocates say could leave children at continuing risk of exposure to lead-tainted toy jewelry.

This past August, Congress temporarily authorized the CPSC to make rules governing the manufacture of such products and to pursue violators in court — powers the agency had lost after the resignation of its chairman left it without the necessary quorum. But that special authorization expired last week without the agency taking action against lead-tainted children’s jewelry — after a year of many high-profile product recalls. Read more about Agency Misses Chance to Curb Lead in Jewelry …

Forget Jewelry: Give Your Love Music NPR WDUQ, February 11, 2008 – Every year, Valentine’s Day brings the same old sappy cards, chocolates, and heart-shaped jewelry — stuff that’s nowhere near as special as retailers would have you believe. Instead, why not impress your sweetheart with some music inspired by love? The last selection in […]

Buy her jewelry she’ll love for Valentine’s Day
By Erin White
Star-Telegram Staff Writer
Fort Worth Star Telegram, TX

Nearly every woman has opened a pretty box on Valentine’s Day to find a lovely piece of jewelry — that didn’t suit her at all. And while we recognize that it is the thought that counts, we also know that you really want to get something that will please the recipient.

But finding just the right thing is tricky business, especially if you’re picking something out for the first time. Read more about Buy her jewelry she'll love for Valentine's Day …

DeBartolo & Co. Fine Jewelry
For local jewelers, service is precious commodity
Article Launched: 02/09/2008 11:00:00 PM PST
TheReporter.com, CA

For DeBartolo & Company Fine Jewelry owners Louie and Kelly DeBartolo, working with fine jewelry and helping customers find just what they are looking for is key.

Their mission or philosophy is clear, they said. “Customer service, customer service, customer service.”

What services/items are offered? Jewelry repair and watch repair on premises

What business did it replace? Tattoo shop Read more about DeBartolo & Co. Fine Jewelry …

Getting the lead out of jewelry
Los Angeles Times, CA

The state has a law restricting lead, but parents should still take precautions.
By David Colker, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer
February 3, 2008
In February 2006, a 4-year-old child changed the jewelry business.

The little boy, brought to a Minneapolis hospital emergency room because of vomiting and a stomachache, got steadily worse. After four days, he died.
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Jewelry That Says ‘I Love You’
Forbes, NY

Spending in many sectors may be sluggish, but you’d be hard-pressed to find a jeweler in a panic.

Many have St. Valentine to thank.

“Men will come in and spend anywhere from $500 to $50,000 on jewelry in February,” says Marc Green, owner of Lux Bond & Green in West Hartford, Conn. “Very often we’ll see guys go easy over the Christmas holidays, wait to see their bonus check come in, and then go all out for Valentines Day.”

Photos: Jewelry That Says ‘I Love You’ Read more about Jewelry That Says 'I Love You' …

baume & mercier launches riviera xxl high jewelry for elegant woman
Al-Bawaba, Jordan

Baume & Mercier once again plays with the theme of transparency, applied this year to sublimating the Riviera XXL. The Swiss watch company has successfully risen to the challenge of combining femininity and prestige with the line’s signature twelve-sided design. This high jewelry interpretation of the Riviera XXL magnificently illustrates the very essence of glamour and refinement.
In keeping with the spirit of the line, the Riviera XXL High Jewelry Jumping Hour collection maintains the distinctive features of the Riviera XXL. Its double twelve-sided bezel, secured by 4 gem-set screws, Read more about baume & mercier launches riviera xxl high jewelry for elegant woman …

Getting the lead out of jewelry
Los Angeles Times, CA

The state has a law restricting lead, but parents should still take precautions.
By David Colker, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer
February 3, 2008
In February 2006, a 4-year-old child changed the jewelry business.

The little boy, brought to a Minneapolis hospital emergency room because of vomiting and a stomachache, got steadily worse. After four days, he died.

During an autopsy, a heart-shaped metal charm was found in the stomach of the boy, whose identity wasn’t revealed. The piece of metal had the word Reebok printed on it. Read more about Getting the lead out of jewelry …