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Rocks for Rent: Zales Expands Rent-to-Buy Jewelry Program

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Signet Jewelers is expanding the Zales jewelry rental program powered by Rocksbox , which Signet acquired in 2021. Targeted to customers looking to gear up for special occasions and weddings, the Zales x Rocksbox fine jewelry rental service debuted in May at a select number of stores and is now available at 50 Zales locations across the U.S.

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How Worthy Conquered Mistrust Issues In Jewelry Resale

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In the wake of COVID-19, resale of high-value jewelry increased 22X more than low-value jewelry in May and June 2020 as compared to March and April, according to the 2020 Resale Report from The RealReal. The platform also wanted to create a positive customer experience for sellers.

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Signet Expands into Jewelry Subscription Space with Acquisition of Rocksbox

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Signet Jewelers — parent company of Kay , Zales , Jared and Piercing Pagoda — is expanding its digital offerings with the acquisition of jewelry rental subscription platform Rocksbox. Launched in 2012, the Rocksbox service lets monthly members rent and swap exclusive jewelry styles through its online platform. Drosos in a statement.

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How Data and Tech Power Jewelry Brand Pandora’s Mission to ‘Give a Voice to People’s Loves’

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Source: Pandora) Best known for its charm jewelry, the “affordable luxury” brand sells more than 100 million pieces every year, making it the largest jewelry brand in the world by volume. Globally, 80% of women are familiar with the brand and 30% of them own a Pandora item, so the stakes for the brand’s digital transformation are high.

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Jean Dousset’s New Flagship Shines Bright as a Diamond

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Jean Dousset, a brand that specializes in designing lab-grown diamond jewelry, has opened its first flagship boutique in West Hollywood, Calif. For example, the faceted steel storefront features diamond-like geometric elements inspired by the new Jean Dousset logo, and custom-designed displays aim to immerse passersby in the brand journey.

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Neiman Marcus’ Bejeweled Ball Dazzles Loyalty Members with ‘Retailtainment’

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For more than a decade, Neiman Marcus has used its Bejeweled book to feature some of the most jaw-dropping (and piggy bank-breaking) luxury jewelry pieces. As part of its 2023 holiday strategy, the retailer has embedded the Bejeweled book into its annual Christmas Book and created a larger-than-life event for its most valuable customers.

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During the Holidays, Small and Mid-Sized Businesses Feel the Impact of Retail Crime

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That might include customers loitering in high-value areas or behaving aggressively (or in a manner intended to distract store employees). Events like a large group of customers walking into a jewelry department just before closing can also raise alarm bells, putting store personnel on alert.