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WJA Gala Honors Industry Leaders

More than 500 guests attended the 27th annual awards gala.

Q&A: John Varvatos

John Varvatos spoke with WWD about the company's past, present and future.

Accessories Council: A Vital Player in the Industry

Accessories Council president Karen Giberson and her staff of one have significantly increased the scope of…

A Golden Era for Eyewear

Thanks to a heavy celebrity showing and the lure of limited edition luxury, gold-lensed sunglasses are…

Avon Pays $650M for Jewelry Company

Avon stepped up its acquisition spree by purchasing jewelry company Silpada Designs Inc.

Mary J. Blige Launching Eyewear

Mary J. Blige's eyewear line to be sold for fall at Nordstrom and Bergdorf Goodman.

Fendi Launches Patented Timepiece

Fendi Crazy Carats watch is part futuristic fine jewelry, part classic timepiece and part mood ring.

Group Acquires Bankrupt David Webb

Fine jewelry firm bought by members of FOF Inventory Holding.

Accessories Shows Embrace Social Media

Accessories trade shows, encouraged by a warming economy, are embracing new social media-based initiatives…

David Webb Acquired by Three Buyers

David Webb fine jewelers, a bankrupt New York-based firm, has been acquired by a group of three buyers.

Rising Price of Gold Pressures Jewelers

Economic and political uncertainty is expected to keep pushing up cost of gold.

The Olsens Branch Into Eyewear

Elizabeth and James, the Olsens' contemporary line, will launch a sunglass collection in November.

Longchamp Unveils New Store Concept

Longchamp opens revamped Madison Avenue store.

Jason Wu Grows Eyewear Collection

Jason Wu takes inspiration from Amelia Earhart, singer Joan Jett, actress Mia Farrow, and Jane of "Jane Eyre."

Accessories Shows Focus on Value, Newness

At Accessorie Circuit, AccessoriesTheShow and the International Fashion Jewelry and Accessory Show, everyone…