Record Attendance at Centurion Show Highlights Rising Jewelry Trends

PHOENIX, Ariz. — The Centurion Show, a premier jewelry trade fair, drew a record crowd of over 330 retail businesses from February 2 to 4, 2025, at the Phoenix Biltmore Resort. This year’s event showcased more than 250 companies, setting the stage for the luxury jewelry market trends to emerge for the year ahead.

The show highlighted a strong emphasis on creatively designed pieces featuring colored gemstones, a trend that has increasingly gained momentum in the industry. Varsha Diamonds unveiled its new “Color Candy” collection, showcasing a spectrum of colored stones such as amethyst, garnet, and blue topaz set in 14k gold. “Color is an important part of contemporary fashion, and our retail partners are requesting more colorful designs,” said Nick Mehta, CEO of Varsha Diamonds.

New York-based Gumuchian presented their “Spectrum” collection, which includes unique designs like the toi et moi rings and bold drop earrings featuring diverse gemstones combined with diamonds. The brand’s signature creations were seen as reflections of the current decline in natural diamond demand, largely attributed to the rise of lab-grown alternatives.

Mark Henry Jewelry further expanded its offerings with a new capsule collection featuring semi-precious gemstones, including cabochon-cut pink and green tourmalines. Founder Mark Henry expressed excitement about the potential of integrating semi-precious stones into their traditional high-end pieces, aiming to meet the evolving consumer preferences.

Leading designers like Bellarri showcased rich collections, unveiling the “Luna” pendant crafted from graduated fancy cut Rhodolite gemstones and the “Alexa” bangles featuring multicolor gemstone cuts. Lisa Nik, known for her colored gem creations, revealed a spectacular multi-colored necklace during the event.

Sweta Jain of Goshwara, a designer with roots in Jaipur, India, introduced her “Ark” collection, which combines animal motifs with vibrant colored gems. Meanwhile, Tresor, a family-owned brand led by Puja Bordia, received attention for pieces such as an elegant necklace adorned with emeralds and diamonds.

Italian brands also made a significant impact. Annamaria Cammilli’s “Hypnose” collection presented sculptural designs featuring unique gold hues and delicate diamond borders. Chimento introduced smooth curved finishes across its pieces, while Miseno’s geometric patterns brought a modern aesthetic to traditional gold craftsmanship.

Centurion provided a platform for high jewelry houses to showcase their latest work. Oscar Heyman, a notable family-run firm, displayed a breathtaking necklace composed of over 60 colored gemstones including emeralds and rubies. New exhibitor Robert Procop offered museum-quality pieces as well, including a stunning 106.20-carat Mozambique Paraiba gemstone.

In the bridal segment, brands like Tacori and Verragio displayed innovative designs to meet the desires of modern couples. Tacori emphasized bold, three-stone diamond rings as a counter to minimalist trends, while Verragio introduced a versatile “ring embellisher” for added personalization.

With the rising interest in customized and stackable jewelry, Shah Luxury began producing bespoke pieces incorporating diamonds into accessories like caps and high-end sneakers. Additionally, Smiling Rocks has elevated lab-grown diamonds to luxury status with innovative designs featured at the show.

As the jewelry industry adapts to changing consumer demands and trends, the Centurion Show remains a critical event for both established and emerging designers to connect with retailers and set the tone for the year ahead.