Jewelry Pro Gear

A Star Wars Watch Winder, Sustainable Jewelry Packaging, and More Pro Gear for Jewelers

Plus limited-edition jewelry boxes.

Published

2 years ago

November 20, 2021

INSTORE Staff Instore December 2021 Issue

Simply Sustainable

We all know how important it is to try to make jewelry more sustainable, but what about the packaging we put it in? Bufkor’s Genesis Collection uses materials like recycled plastic bottles and FSC certified plastic-free craft paper to create elegant packaging options.

$3.70 (box) $1.57 (pouch)

bufkor.com

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Feminist Haute Joaillerie

Bulgari Magnifica: the power women hold is a gorgeous new volume about the iconic Italian jewelry house and the powerful women who create and inspire its designs.

$95

rizzoliusa.com

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From a Galaxy Far Far Away

You don’t know the power of the dark side … but your watch will when it’s snug in the center of this watch-winding sculpture modeled after Darth Vader’s iconic TIE Fighter. This clever watch winder is fully operational and will give new hope to any timepiece.

$2,500 (watch not included)

kross.studio

pink infographic by artist and designer Leah Zhao

Princess Brides

Do you need a little something to help get browsing lovebirds in the matrimonial mood? This pretty pink infographic by artist and designer Leah Zhao shows wedding dresses worn by the British Royal Family throughout history, from Queen Victoria (1840) to Princess Eugenie (2018).

$21.95

etsy.com/shop/leahzhaoart

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Killer Colors

Jewelry designer Bea Bongiasca teamed up with WOLF to create a limited-edition collection of jewelry boxes, and they’re the coolest jewelry storage we’ve seen in a while. Bongiasca’s exuberant aesthetic and WOLF’s long history of excellence mean that these boxes are as high quality as they are eye-poppingly gorgeous. Yes, yes, and more yes.

$480

reinholdjewelers.com

This Third-Generation Jeweler Was Ready for Retirement. He Called Wilkerson

Retirement is never easy, especially when it means the end to a business that was founded in 1884. But for Laura and Sam Sipe, it was time to put their own needs first. They decided to close J.C. Sipe Jewelers, one of Indianapolis’ most trusted names in fine jewelry, and call Wilkerson. “Laura and I decided the conditions were right,” says Sam. Wilkerson handled every detail in their going-out-of-business sale, from marketing to manning the sales floor. “The main goal was to sell our existing inventory that’s all paid for and turn that into cash for our retirement,” says Sam. “It’s been very, very productive.” Would they recommend Wilkerson to other jewelers who want to enjoy their golden years? Absolutely! “Call Wilkerson,” says Laura. “They can help you achieve your goals so you’ll be able to move into retirement comfortably.”