Your wedding is the happiest day of your life — so why should your outfit or your jewellery drag down your celebrations? Flower Child by Shaheen Abbas’s latest collection Urooj understands that the modern day bride of today is as non-conformist as she is independent, in both her life as well as her sartorial choices. Which is… Continue reading Bridal shopping? Check out celebrity label Flower Child by Shaheen Abbas’s new line for the modern bride
ELLE: What made flora and fauna a natural choice for this collection? Rohit Bal: Swarovski is always seen as modern-age bling. Its designs are young and sharp; I wanted to steer away from that. I wanted to give it a new twist. And when it came to finding inspiration, I knew it had to be… Continue reading Couturier Rohit Bal on his stunning collaboration with Swarovski Confluence
Rashi Agarwal Favier was on the lookout for the perfect leather bag. One that would age gracefully, suit her aesthetic, and match all her outfits. And when she didn’t find it, the 29-year-old art student-aturned-model-turned-accessory designer decided to make one herself. In her husband, Maurits Favier—who has lived and studied in Amsterdam, where he became… Continue reading New fashion label to love: Raff
After two years of successful collaborations with leading Indian fashion and jewellery designers, Swarovski Confluence is back for another round, this time themed around ‘Sparkling Transformations’. The presentation, to be held tomorrow at the Embassy of Austria in Delhi, will trace the journey of a Swarovski crystal right from the Austrian Alps to the hands of… Continue reading 3 exciting designer labels are joining the Swarovski Confluence family
At last night’s pre-engagement party, the Ambani women — Nita, Isha and Shloka — were decked out in the most glamorous designer couture. But all eyes were on their incredibly luxurious jewellery, all handmade by some of the biggest fine jewellers in the country. We asked jeweller Harshad Ajoomal to break down the styles and,… Continue reading We asked a fine jeweller to decode the incredibly luxurious jewellery the Ambani women wore last night
How often have you walked away from a stunning designer jewellery piece that caught your attention, only because of its exorbitant pricing? Fortunately for you, young designers like Varnika Arora and Divya Chugh are offering contemporary jewellery that won’t burn a hole through your retirement plan. From Varnika’s handcrafted designs featuring semi-precious stones to Itrana’s gold plated… Continue reading 8 designer jewellery pieces under Rs 5,000 that you’ll refuse to take off
Temple jewellery has its origins in South India, dating back to the period between the 9th century and the 16th century when the Chola, Pandya and the Krishnadeva Raya dynasties were in power, and gave gods and goddesses ornamental offerings crafted by skilled artisans. Over the years, its influence has gained momentum with women incorporating… Continue reading 5 new-age temple jewellery neckpieces to add to your summer wedding wear
One of the most auspicious occasions to invest in gold is Akshaya Tritiya, considered to be a harbinger of good luck and triumph. And when is buying gold jewellery a poor decision anyway? Make the most of this sacred festival’s high energy and positivity by pampering yourself and your loved ones with precious pieces that you… Continue reading 8 exquisite gold jewellery pieces to invest in for Akshaya Tritiya
While the mismatched earrings trend dominated the Spring Summer ’18 runway at Dior, Saint Laurent, Marni and Moschino, Bollywood celebrities like Sonakshi Sinha, Katrina Kaif and more are experimenting in their own way with quirky ear cuffs and shoulder dusters. If you’re looking for one piece to add that X factor to your ensemble, you’ll… Continue reading 12 celebrity-approved statement earrings you need to try
Celebrated Chinese jewellery designer Bao Bao Wan launched an 18K gold limited-edition teapot-shaped pendant in collaboration with the St. Regis in Shanghai earlier this month. Show your love for tea with the delicate creation that’s perfect for your work wardrobe. It can also be added to your Instagram-worthy necklace stack for a hint of sparkle… Continue reading St. Regis Hotels and Resorts ties up with Chinese designer Bao Bao Wan to create a unique gold necklace
Instead of making a New Year’s resolution to keep your promises — those you make and those made to you — here’s a more stylish solution. Jewellery label NIMAI has announced the launch of Promise, a bangle that comes engraved with the words and features a secret compartment to store a handwritten vow. So the next time… Continue reading NIMAI’s new bangle Promise helps you make one and keep it too
Romanticising the past is always fascinating, irrespective of factual history. It’s almost convenient to look back and reminisce about its grace, elegance, and beauty. These are values that tend to draw us towards vintage jewellery, which is why we often hear people say, “they don’t make them like this anymore” at viewings of vintage jewellery… Continue reading 5 tips to investing in vintage or antique jewellery
The fine jewellery game can be a bit of a conundrum. Sure, you have your OG behemoth brands that have been in business for hundreds of years—David Yurman, Tiffanys, etc.—but if you’re looking for something new and cool (and preferably affordable), where to go? Enter The Last Line. I recently found this brand after falling… Continue reading The new fine jewellery brand Instagram it-girls and celebs love
it’s an overcast Parisian morning, and leaves the colour of maple syrup are raining down on the street style photographers gathered outside Pavillon Ledoyen. They’re confident of their prospects today—after all, the name on the invite says Manish Arora, which is basically a fashion synonym for ‘the crazier, the better’. Rounding up a decade of showcasing… Continue reading Front row at the Manish Arora X Zoya show in Paris
Whether you’re building a bridal trousseau for your own dream wedding or fulfilling BFF duties at your best friend’s destination bash, every treasure in your jewellery box needs to be as individualistic as you, showcasing your distinct personality. And through Jaipur Jewels’ latest festive collection, Cursive, every woman will be able to find that one… Continue reading Your bridal wardrobe is incomplete without Jaipur Jewels’ exquisite new collection
There’s no reason to not add a bit of bling to your corporate wear. The right jewellery can bring a spark to the boardroom and still let everyone know who’s boss. Just because Mondays are dull doesn’t mean you have to be. Elevate your workwear wardrobe with dainty diamonds and subtle sparkle. Wear your jewels to… Continue reading 12 pieces of jewellery that will arm you for the work week
ELLE: Isharya is celebrating its 14th anniversary in August. Why did you wait this long to launch your flagship store? Gauri Tandon: We have been selling our products online and in multi-designer stores all over the world for years. Recently, we noticed an uptick in sales through our website, so the next logical step was… Continue reading Coveted jewellery brand Isharya launches its much-awaited flagship store
Can’t decide between your delicate gold lariat and your favourite malachite pendant? Why bother choosing one, when the rule book demands you bring out all your bling and stack it up to stay on point. Think lariats and minimal chains, emeralds paired with rubies, danglers worn with studs, or even a cheery jumble of delicate… Continue reading 10 ways to layer your fine jewellery this season
Candy pastels have dominated the Indian runways this season, with designers like Shyamal & Bhumika and Anushree Reddy featuring them in generous doses in their collections. Paired with fine jewellery and modelled by the freshest faces in Bollywood? You’re going to want to bookmark this, because it’s all you see this wedding season. Allow Bollywood… Continue reading Amyra Dastur and Kiara Advani model the best of fine jewellery
“Growing up, I spent hours rummaging through my mother and grandmothers’ jewellery cupboards. Their taste was simply exquisite. Perhaps, this is why I feel disappointed. Where has all the art gone?” questions designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee as he unfolds his Autumn/Winter ’17 couture extravaganza on Instagram. And you can blame the millennials’ minuscule attention span all… Continue reading Sabyasachi’s first-ever jewellery collection is illogically beautiful
Anushka Sharma and Shah Rukh Khan starrer Jab Harry Met Sejal had us intrigued right from the time the first posters rolled out and we knew there was a ring involved as a major player. But contrary to our speculations, it’s got nothing to do with the horror movie that has ghosts coming out of… Continue reading Exclusive: This is Anushka Sharma’s reel engagement ring
