British jewellery designer Alexis Dove has won an esteemed accolade at the Lewes District Business Awards. Recognising success, innovation and excellence in the business community, the Lewes District Business Awards celebrate organisations of all sizes and in all sectors. Around 300 of the district’s leading business people, sponsors and judges attended the Awards ceremony, which…
FEATURE: Jewellery experts analyse the bridal market
This year’s bridal jewellery trends balance classic styles with contemporary designs as consumers once again look for timeless pieces that they can wear forever. Here, retailers and suppliers share their insights into the market… Despite a sharp drop in the number of people getting married in the UK, bridal jewellery has continued to provide a…
Modern twists on classic designs shine for the UK bridal jewellery market
Jewellery retailers and suppliers have highlighted that classic styles with a contemporary twist are the order of the day for the UK brides. Sharing insights into this year’s bridal jewellery market, leading retailers and suppliers revealed that while modern brides are still looking for pieces with a twist there has been a return to consumers…
Editor’s View: A new year for the jewellery industry to shine
The last year felt like an absolute marathon. It got off to a positive start, then in the middle people started to flag with the results of the EU Referendum lingering over the country, then at the end many found the extra energy they needed to power through and end the year on a high.…
Alexis Dove opens doors to brand new ethical boutique
British award winning jewellery designer Alexis Dove launched her newly located store on Lewes high street. Having moved from a quaint boutique and studio in The Needlemakers, the new location opened its doors to VIP guests, press and longstanding customers on Nov 29th for a festive night of fun and celebration. Championing her passion for…
Alexis Dove signs up puppies for pet-inspired pendants campaign
British award-winning jewellery designer Alexis Dove has teamed up with a number of social media influencing dogs to create a range of bespoke puppy pendants. Eleven instagrammable pups, all of which are featured within digital consultant Rosalind Shimmen’s digital look book of socially savvy pets, were chosen to front a campaign targeted at consumers with…
HOT 100 RETAIL STARS: Alexis Dove, Owner, Alexis Dove Jewellery
This year is not only the fifth anniversary of the Alexis Dove Jewellery shop in Lewes, East Sussex, it’s also the 10th anniversary of the brand itself. And what better way to celebrate than by making the UKJA Jewellery Designer and Bridal Retailer of the Year shortlists – and featuring in the Hot 100? When…
Alexis Dove to open ethical store on Lewes high street
Award winning British jeweller Alexis Dove is set to open an ethical shop in November 2016. In a bid to become more ‘Fairtrade friendly’ Alexis Dove has teamed up with an ethical property company to open a brand new ethical shop in Lewes, the same town as her current jewellery retailer. With the aim of…
NAJ unveils Childline charm bracelet
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has unveiled its charity bracelet created with the input of charms from renowned jewellery designers. The bracelet has been designed by Sarah Jordan and cast by Hockley Mint and will be the headline item in an online luxury Christmas gift auction to raise vital funds for the NSPCC’s Childline…
