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Call for Applications: Bright New Gems 2025

Call for Applications: Bright New Gems 2025 The UK-wide industry-supported initiative Bright New Gems has opened for applications to 2025 BA and MA jewellery graduates from UK colleges and universities. Now in its twentieth year, the programme offers a unique platform for emerging designers to access professional mentoring, industry exposure, and commercial opportunities. Since its launch, Bright New Gems has supported 92 graduates—among them leading names such as Fernando Jorge, Jessica McCormack, Tomasz Donocik and Pippa Small—helping them make the transition from education to industry. Applications are now open at www.brightnewgems.com In 2025, six selected winners will benefit from an

PRESS RELEASE: Bright New Gems 2025 Opens for Applications with Enhanced Programme and Special Anniversary Competition

The UK-wide industry-supported initiative Bright New Gems has opened for applications to 2025 BA and MA jewellery graduates from UK colleges and universities. Now in its twentieth year, the programme offers a unique platform for emerging designers to access professional mentoring, industry exposure, and commercial opportunities. Since its launch, Bright New Gems has supported 92 graduates—among them leading names such as Fernando Jorge, Jessica McCormack, Tomasz Donocik and Pippa Small—helping them make the transition from education to industry. Applications are now open at www.brightnewgems.com Estelle Burton, a 2024 Bright New Gem, reflected on her experience: “This opportunity has been more