Vicenzaoro January 2026 (16–20 January): What the Year's First Big Fair Tells Us

The jewellery year traditionally begins in Vicenza. Vicenzaoro January, the first of Italy's two big annual jewellery fairs, runs from 16 to 20 January 2026 at the Vicenza Expo Centre. Buyers come to place their first orders of the year; designers and suppliers come to test new ideas. Here is why it matters.

The first read on the year

Coming just after the holiday season, January fairs show how retailers feel about the year ahead: what sold over Christmas, what they want more of, and how cautious they are. The mood in Vicenza's halls is a useful early signal for the rest of the industry.

Themes to watch

Gold at high prices

Gold prices reached record levels in 2025. Expect designs that create presence through form, texture and clever construction rather than sheer weight.

Craftsmanship

Italian goldsmiths will emphasise handwork, from chain-making to engraving, as a mark of value.

Colour

Coloured gemstones and warm-toned diamonds continue to gain ground.

Lab-grown and disclosure

After GIA's change to how it describes lab-grown diamonds in October 2025, conversations about naming, grading and disclosure are likely to continue across the European trade.

What it means for buyers

Collections previewed in January appear in shops through spring and summer. If you are planning a spring proposal or a summer wedding, Vicenza is a good guide to what will feel current, though classic designs remain the safest long-term choice.