Rachael Taylor

Rachael is a freelance jewelry journalist and regular contributor to a wealth of titles across the globe, including Condé Nast and Rapaport.

More than a manufacturer: Company founder Savji Dholakia went from rags to riches. Now he’s paying it forward by looking out for his community and working to solve India’s water crisis.
Still pumping: This motif has been an object of affection for years now, and thanks to pop-culture trends like Barbie, the beat goes on.
The diamond standard: It’s no simple matter to make green guidelines for both mined and synthetic stones, but government and trade bodies are working to do just that.
Industry leaders share the steps they’re taking to create a better future.
Accessible by design: This community has had little representation in the trade, but industry activists hope to change that — and open up new business opportunities in the process.
Good green fun: Emeralds, tsavorites and other stones in this verdant shade are sprouting up in both designer and museum collections.
With misinformation rife, it’s no wonder customers are confused when it comes to choosing between a natural or lab-grown diamond. Here’s how to answer their ethical and environmental questions to explain the real value of a natural diamond.
Angela Romeo is a showroom assistant at jewelry consultancy Mega Mega Projects, a TikTok influencer with a million likes, and a bona fide Gen Z consumer. She gives us the lowdown on what her generation really thinks about natural diamonds.
The most glamorous jewelry trade show in the US returns to the Wynn Las Vegas from June 1 to 4. Here are just a few of the trends you can expect to see at the fair.
More than academic: In a bid to set guidelines for the colored-stone sector, the American Gem Trade Association is launching a joint study with the Colorado School of Mines.
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Rachael Taylor

Rachael is a freelance jewelry journalist and regular contributor to a wealth of titles across the globe, including Condé Nast and Rapaport.