Demand for gold jewelry in the United States fell again last year, though there are indications the continued decline is bottoming out, the World Gold Council said in its latest report.

Roberto Coin has opened its first Canadian boutique, located at the Four Seasons hotel here. The opening marks the designer’s ninth store in North America.

Nashville-based Robin Haley speaks with National Jeweler on the challenges of working in sterling silver, finding price points that compete, and making jewelry interesting.

MJSA has announced the winners of its Vision Awards, a competition that honors design prowess, technical skill and outstanding talent in jewelry design.

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council has announced winners of its 13th Hong Kong Jewellery Design Competition and will display the designs the 29th HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, which runs Feb. 16-20 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Laura Brown, the former chief merchandising officer of ViewPoint sales and marketing, launched a new product management company, Elbee Strategic, on Feb 13.

The GIA Alumni Manhattan Chapter’s next lecture, “From Maui to Manhattan,” will feature jewelry designer Tiffany Chou.

The Silver Promotion Service will launch Veranda magazine’s Silver Anniversary program at its kick-off gala on March 14 here, celebrating the publication’s 25th year of publishing.

The Centurion Jewelry Show, which took place here Jan. 29-31, has named winners of its fourth Emerging Designer Awards.

Jewelers of America has announced the winners of the CASE Awards, recognizing JA retail members who exhibit creativity, artistry, style and excellence in jewelry design.

As Valentine’s Day approaches, soft, feminine designs that celebrate love and luxury come to the forefront.

Over the past year, jewelry designers worldwide have reinterpreted classic platinum styles, making the precious white metal look fresh with each design.

For jewelers that offer platinum bridal jewelry this year, there’s additional reason for couples to go for the precious white metal: per-ounce prices are lower than that of gold, offering extra value.

From bridal jewelry and wedding bands to tie accents and timepieces, jewelry designers use platinum in some of their most distinctive designs.

Robert Dundon has been appointed president of the North America Folli Follie Group, overseeing both Links of London and Folli Follie in the continent beginning Jan. 30.

Sales and marketing company ViewPoint is celebrating its 10th anniversary this spring with a new management team.

The Midwest Jeweler’s Trade Show is inviting professional jewelers to participate in its third annual design competition.

Select designs from K. Brunini Jewels are being featured in the Headley-Whitney Museum’s exhibition “The Cutting Edge II: A Gem and Jewelry Invitational,” showcasing the work of 23 contemporary jewelers and gem carvers from the United States and Canada.

The Silver Promotion Service has announced the planned expansion of the number of participants in the Savor Silver program, as well as the number of categories on the SPS website.

This spring, Slane will introduce a host of new designs, including fresh sterling silver pieces from the Iconic Collection, which the brand calls “the foundation of the Slane jewelry wardrobe.”

The JA New York show this year welcomed new and seasoned exhibitors, among them a number of companies that exclusively create designs in sterling silver.

A Silver Promotion Service (SPS) Designer of Distinction, DeLatori incorporates vibrancy into its silver design with gold and colored stone accents, while keeping affordability, craftsmanship, and most importantly consumers, in mind.

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council held its fifth Signature 2012 India International Jewellery Show Jan. 6-9 here, drawing in more than 10,000 visitors and approximately 450 exhibitors.

Glen T. Senk, who most recently served as CEO of Urban Outfitters, Inc., will be joining the David Yurman brand as CEO, founders David and Sybil Yurman announced this week.

The Jewelry Information Center's 10th annual Gem Awards took place Friday night in New York City, with the most attendees since 2009 gathering at Cipriani 42nd Street to recognize leaders in style and communication.