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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in our stores across Glasgow and Aberdeen! Our Christmas windows are in and we are fully ready to embrace the festive season. It’s our favourite time of year! Visit us in store to find the perfect presents for your loved ones, or just treat yourself! Visit ourFind out more
The beginning of any new season always represents one of the most exciting points in the fashion calendar. This year, in anticipation of the arrival of winter, the runways were full of exciting new trends ranging from modern, oversized statement pieces to more timeless vintage collections. We’ve rounded up some of our favourites to keepFind out more
Born in October? You are lucky enough to have two birthstones; Opal and Tourmaline! These enchanting gemstones are beautifully unique, just like the wearer themselves. Learn more about the birthstones of October and how to take care of them below. Opal Durability: Very delicate Mohs hardness: 5.5 – 6.5 The Mohs hardnessFind out more
Family is a big part of who we are at McGowans. As a fourth-generation family run business, found in 1895, our family values have been at the core of our stores for almost 125 years. Trust, compassion and honesty are just a few of our family values that have stayed true to who we areFind out more
We have recently been making some changes to the window displays at our Glasgow stores in Argyll Arcade! Having been established since 1895, we know just how important maintaining stores standards is. Window displays are an especially important aspect of the store appearance and the retail experience for customers as a whole. At McGowans, weFind out more
Whilst we are still in the midst of British summer time, (even though it may not always feel like it in Scotland, sigh!) we are busy planning for the exciting months ahead, and by that we mean… Christmas! It is a universally known truth that the best presents come in the smallest packages and whatFind out more
We caught up with Julie Laing, who has been a Sales Assistant at our Glasgow store for one year and loves it! Can you describe a typical day at McGowans? My day starts with putting the diamond and gemset jewellery out on display whilst setting up window displays and ensuring the store is spotless andFind out more
We caught up with Rhona, who has been a Sales Assistant at our Aberdeen store since it opened almost four years ago! Can you describe a typical day at McGowans? I start each day dressing the window displays and ensuring they are all straight, neat and tidy which is something I am very passionate about. OnceFind out more
Antique and vintage jewellery offers something truly unique. Unlike new jewellery, it holds a very special story of its own, often full of sentiment and character. Buying antique and vintage jewellery is starting the next chapter of its life, whilst adding your own memories to its story. If you are considering investing in it, thereFind out more
We recently caught up with Sheila Reed, our Sales Assistant from our Aberdeen store. Sheila has been with us for four years. Can you describe a typical day at McGowans? Firstly, once we open I check the windows – I dress them to make sure all our items are neat and straight. I will tendFind out more