We know—it seems like forever since the COVID-19 pandemic wasn’t the guiding factor in planning for in-store or employee holiday events. But...
By Kristin YoungDecember 12, 2022The great state of Maine may be most famous for its blueberries and lobsters, but gem hounds know it’s also renowned for its...
By Kristin YoungOctober 20, 2022Now that the pandemic largely is the rear-view mirror, store owners nearing the end of their careers have pivoted back to contemplating jewelry...
By Kristin YoungSeptember 8, 2022Succession in jewelry retail can be clear-cut—say, an owner has a son or daughter who’s keen to take over the store when he...
By Kristin YoungSeptember 1, 2022Many fine jewelry retailers broke all-time sales records in 2021. But there are worrisome new economic indicators afoot that suggest consumer spending could...
By Kristin YoungJuly 13, 2022In general, men are getting more playful when it comes to jewelry. Cases in point: in wedding bands we’re seeing a shift away...
By Kristin YoungJune 2, 2022“Layaway” may be one of the least dazzling words in the English dictionary. For many, the word surely conjures up TV ads featuring...
By Kristin YoungApril 28, 2022It’s spring, and summer’s on the way. Which means it’s officially arm party season! “Arm parties” refer to wrists stacked up with bracelets...
By Kristin YoungApril 5, 2022Spring is a popular season for popping the question (and March 20 was National Proposal Day!) so we asked fine jewelry professionals across...
By Kristin YoungMarch 22, 2022It’s one of retail’s best-kept secrets: There is an entire industry dedicated to perfuming our in-store experience. And most of the time, we...
By Kristin YoungMarch 16, 2022