Retailers to think green at NRF Annual Convention
Washington—As environmentally friendly products and practices become more of a concern for consumers, retailers are beginning to clue in.
Roberto Coin gets into the Olympic spirit
New York—Luxury jewelry designer Roberto Coin has created several new pieces, including a pair of golden sneakers, to help Olympic fans celebrate their spirit and remember the 2008 Olympic...
Celebs design watches for charity
Biel-Bienne, Switzerland—What do Eric Dane, Mary J. Blige and Russell Simmons all have in common?
Tiffany chairman testifies on coral preservation
New York—Tiffany and Co. Chairman and CEO Michael J. Kowalski testified before Congress on Tuesday in hopes that the government will shed more light on threats to our coral reef systems, so...
Jewelers oppose Alaska gold mine
Washington, D.C.—Tiffany and Co., Ben Bridge Jeweler, Fortunoff, Helzberg Diamonds and Leber Jeweler all pledged their support today to permanently protect Alaska's Bristol Bay watershed from...
EGL offers lab reports for 'green' jewels
New York—EGL-USA has unveiled its exclusive Envira Series Report, a certificate that independently verifies both the authenticity and quality of eco-friendly jewelry.
IGI gets into 'green' act
New York—The International Gemological Institute (IGI) is the latest jewelry industry organization to go "green."
Rhonda Faber Green goes 'green'
Beverly Hills, Calif.—Jewelry designer Rhonda Faber Green is getting into the environmental act with the launch of a new line of eco-friendly jewelry.
WJA-LA to host 'green' seminar
Los Angeles—The Women's Jewelry Association (WJA) Los Angeles Chapter will host a presentation on sourcing and selling environmentally friendly jewels at a dinner on June 18.
Sultan of Brunei timepiece lists on TheWDN
Davie, Fla.—A member of The Watch Dealers Network (TheWDN) has listed for sale on the site a lavish timepiece commissioned by the Sultan of Brunei.
Celeb jewelry designer celebrates Earth Day with special necklace
Jewelry designer Robyn Rhodes has created a necklace with model and actress Josie Maran in honor of Earth Day, Access Hollywood reported. The Rumi necklace, named after Marans daughter, is available...
Nordstrom to implement eco-friendly packaging, bags
Environmentally conscious Nordstrom customers will be happy to hear that the retailer will be changing to eco-friendly packaging this year, Display and Design Ideas reported. Nordstrom, which is...