Blogs
Two Merchandise Categories Creating Significant Retail Opportunity
The Plumb Club Podcasts for July Help Retailers Understand New Revenue Streams New York – Emerging phenomena and cultural shifts are creating new and augmented revenue streams at retail, according to The Plumb Club research. The Plumb Club’s Podcasts for July help retailers gain valuable insight into two of these merchandise categories, as well as […]
Optimism & Savvy Spending
Though exhibitors’ observations on traffic were mixed, accounting for RX Events, producer of JCK Las Vegas, reveals that the number of attendees increased by 8% over the 2022 edition. The Plumb Club Members’ reports on retailer sales to date this year were also mixed, though members claim that many in attendance were there to shop. […]
Gem Clarity Grading Cheat Sheet
Gem Clarity Grading Cheat Sheet Keywords: Chart, gemstones, aquamarine, chrysoberyl, heliodor, morganite, quartz, spodumene, tanzanite, topaz, tourmaline, zircon, andalusite, alexandrite, corundum, ruby, sapphire, garnet, iolite, moonstone, peridot, amethyst, citrine, ametrine, spinel, zircon, emerald
Setting Recommendations for D to Z Diamond Colors
Color is one of the most important factors in a diamond’s overall beauty and value. When selecting a setting it’s important to remember that the type of metal used can have a significant impact on how a diamond’s color appears. White, yellow and rose gold settings can all affect how a diamond looks. Shape […]
2023 Retail Sales Forecast
2023 Retail Sales Forecast Keywords: Retail, Trends, Sales, Commerce
The Smithsonian’s Carmen Lucia Ruby
At 23.1 carats, the gem is one of the largest Burmese rubies in the world. Chip Clark/National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution We don’t need Wagner or Tolkien to tell us how powerful rings can be, though it must be said those two make the point pretty convincingly. Most of us have conducted our […]
2022 Annual Jewelry Crime Report
2022 Annual Jewelry Crime Report Keywords: Retail, Trends, Crime, Security
Two Merchandise Categories Create A Significant Retail Opportunity
The Plumb Club Podcasts for July Help Retailers Understand New Revenue Streams New York – Emerging phenomena and cultural shifts are creating new and augmented revenue streams at retail, according to The Plumb Club research. The Plumb Club’s Podcasts for July help retailers gain valuable insight into two of these merchandise categories, as well […]
WE NEED A HOLIDAY!
You’ve recovered from JCK Las Vegas, now it’s time to meet your customers where they are: vacation mode! The latest designs from TPC members prove that there are as many ways to accessorize a summer-ready look as there are tropical drinks on offer at the cabana bar. Wait till you “sea” the options! It’s […]
Protecting Your Jewelry Store: Essential Security Measures
The Plumb Club Presented a Valuable Webinar by Jewelers of America in Partnership with Jewelers Security Alliance In the wake of a Jewelers Security Alliance (JSA) report that notes crime against the jewelry industry reaching a record level in 2022, The Plumb Club was pleased to present a valuable, retail-learning webinar presented by Jewelers of […]