What is the Rapaport team reading? The editors and reporters sat down to pick the content from around the web that’s helped expand their knowledge of the diamond and jewelry industry this week.
Surat Diamond Bourse Likely to Say Cheers (The Times of India)
“According to this report, the local authorities in Surat, India, are considering allowing alcohol consumption in Dream City, where the Surat Diamond Bourse is located. This might be a more serious story than it first appears. One of the limitations of Surat as it tries to become a global diamond trading center is its lack of appeal as a fun place to visit. Compare it with Mumbai, a cosmopolitan hub with many ways of entertaining clients. A factor in this is Surat’s ban on alcohol. If the local authorities lift the restriction in the Surat Diamond Bourse district, this could give the city some extra points. Let’s hope the result is hospitality and not hospitalization.”
“According to this report, the local authorities in Surat, India, are considering allowing alcohol consumption in Dream City, where the Surat Diamond Bourse is located. This might be a more serious story than it first appears. One of the limitations of Surat as it tries to become a global diamond trading center is its lack of appeal as a fun place to visit. Compare it with Mumbai, a cosmopolitan hub with many ways of entertaining clients. A factor in this is Surat’s ban on alcohol. If the local authorities lift the restriction in the Surat Diamond Bourse district, this could give the city some extra points. Let’s hope the result is hospitality and not hospitalization.”
Joshua Freedman
Senior AnalystHow the Olympians Are Wearing Their Jewelry in Paris (Vogue)
“The first thing that came to mind when I heard of a GOAT [greatest of all time] necklace was that I’d never noticed that Messi was a jewelry lover (I plead guilty to being a loyal Argentinean). Yet I have to admit that that the caprine-shaped piece looks amazing on Simone Biles, who explained why is she wearing it in this video. She is not the only athlete displaying stunning (and minimalist) accessories while competing. This article lists a selection of those who decided to show a hint of a sparkle while try their hardest to win the ultimate gold, silver or bronze accessory.”
“The first thing that came to mind when I heard of a GOAT [greatest of all time] necklace was that I’d never noticed that Messi was a jewelry lover (I plead guilty to being a loyal Argentinean). Yet I have to admit that that the caprine-shaped piece looks amazing on Simone Biles, who explained why is she wearing it in this video. She is not the only athlete displaying stunning (and minimalist) accessories while competing. This article lists a selection of those who decided to show a hint of a sparkle while try their hardest to win the ultimate gold, silver or bronze accessory.”
Vanina Pikholc
Podcast and Video ProducerHow One Jewelry Store’s Social Media Moment Changed Everything (JCK)
“Move over Pandora, here comes Good Stock! After hosting several pop-up jewelry businesses, Mia Gezik opened her first tiny jewelry store. Within a month her place went viral on social media, thanks to her unique and quirky style, cool environment, and plethora of charms customers can string together to make their own necklaces and bracelets. Oddly enough, Gezik had to download TikTok to understand why her place was so popular. It just goes to show that you don’t have to have mad experience on social platforms or be a marketing guru to create a sensation. While it may help, there’s still hope for all those up-and-comers with interesting ideas and a bit of an edge to make a name for themselves.
“Move over Pandora, here comes Good Stock! After hosting several pop-up jewelry businesses, Mia Gezik opened her first tiny jewelry store. Within a month her place went viral on social media, thanks to her unique and quirky style, cool environment, and plethora of charms customers can string together to make their own necklaces and bracelets. Oddly enough, Gezik had to download TikTok to understand why her place was so popular. It just goes to show that you don’t have to have mad experience on social platforms or be a marketing guru to create a sensation. While it may help, there’s still hope for all those up-and-comers with interesting ideas and a bit of an edge to make a name for themselves.
Leah Meirovich
Managing EditorThe Smart Lab: Supercharge Your Summer Social Media Strategy (National Jeweler)
“As someone who loves following jewelers with a strong and clever approach to social media, I am always gravitating toward articles that give practical advice on how to improve and create a bigger impact. ‘A well-executed social-media strategy isn’t something left to chance. It takes planning and persistence,’ writes Emmanuel Raheb in this column sharing eight actionable tips to make the most of the summer. Most of the tricks are not seasonal and can be applied year-round.”
“As someone who loves following jewelers with a strong and clever approach to social media, I am always gravitating toward articles that give practical advice on how to improve and create a bigger impact. ‘A well-executed social-media strategy isn’t something left to chance. It takes planning and persistence,’ writes Emmanuel Raheb in this column sharing eight actionable tips to make the most of the summer. Most of the tricks are not seasonal and can be applied year-round.”
Sonia Esther Soltani
Editor in ChiefMain image designed by David Polak.
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