A piece of jewellery is more than just an accessory; it is a record of a time, a mood, of lives and loves. And heirloom jewellery, handed lovingly down, is a veritable archive of a family’s history. ELLE asked four women belonging to Mumbai’s Parsi community—characterised as it is by a sense of nostalgia and… Continue reading 4 Parsi women on their most precious heirloom jewellery and the stories they hold
Deepika Padukone’s big Hollywood debut xXx: Return of Xander Cage opened to a roaring response and one Teen Choice Awards nomination, and the West is far from done with the dimpled star. Livening up a slow weekday, Deepika took over the cover of an international magazine on Jewellery. Her weapon of choice? Diamonds. Big, small,… Continue reading Deepika Padukone dazzles in diamonds in her latest photo shoot
If you, like the rest of the world, can’t get enough of the 90s accessory staple, the choker, then you’re going to love Outhouse’s latest collection ‘The Stallion’. The jewellery label puts its own spin on the accessory of the moment and presents a collection of necklets with the stallion as an icon and central… Continue reading Outhouse’s collection ‘The Stallion’ re-imagines the choker in new and exciting ways
Tanishq just introduced their new ‘Niloufer’ collection. It’s the Persian word for water lilies, which forms the focal point of this collection. It features intricate floral arrangements that can easily amp up any wedding outfits. Our favourite? The chand bali earrings studded with diamonds and rubies, set in gold. If you’re going for something subtle,… Continue reading Tanishq’s new line is full of pretty florals!
Luxury diamond jewellery label Nirav Modi gave everyone a lesson in how to throw a party, on its 5th anniversary. Step 1: Whisk guests away to princely Jodhpur to designer Raghavendra Rathore’s Ajit Bhawan Palace for the weekend. Step 2: Get the country’s top models to don fresh-flower couture and exhibit your exquisite jewellery at… Continue reading Nirav Modi turned 5 in style
Is your jewellery cabinet at odds with your wardrobe? We’ve all been there. Fine jewellery, especially, has a way of sticking out and not quite mingling with your workwear or everyday wardrobe. That’s where Melorra comes in. Here are three things you need to know about the label: It’s in sync with global trends Melorra… Continue reading Three things to know about Melorra
To satirise the vanity of our times, Japanese-born British jewellery designer Akiko Shinzato has designed a line that bluntly catalogues our beauty obsessions. You know, those signs of vitality we try to fake, usually on a Monday morning, through pink cheeks, twinkling eyes and red lips. Using gemstones, leather and metal wires, she fashions noses… Continue reading Skin jewellery by Akiko Shinzato
It’s easy to see why everyone loves Eina Ahluwalia. Her jewellery tells stories, but it won’t force it down your throat; and to state the obvious, it’s pretty. She’s one of the rare designers to give us immediately identifiable pieces – remember those paper boats from the Old Fashioned collection or those ‘pyaar’ necklaces from All… Continue reading Exclusive: Eina Ahluwalia is out with a new collection
Inspired by tribal jewellery, mythical creatures and miniature paintings, Tribe by Amrapali’s Chandrika collection is a beautiful mix of the old and new. It maintains the signature craftsmanship of Amrapali, and features contemporary pieces like rings, necklaces, ear cuffs, armlets, septum rings and clutch bags. It uses base metal and intricate enamel painting, primarily in… Continue reading The Chandrika collection hits the e-store
“Pieces like ours that carry an individual viewpoint are part of a very new category”, says Manreet Deol, who worked in product design for over a decade before she co-founded the jewellery label with her brother, Samraat. The open-form, nature-centric pieces are handcrafted and each has a full-bodied weight; creative director Deol sculpts designs in… Continue reading Label to know: Manifest Design
In its 17th edition Bridal Asia has added a new venue: Mumbai. Also new to the high-end bridal expo are a bunch of designers from around the country (young, established and from across the border even). This time around the emphasis is on a summer bride – with decidedly fuss-free lehengas and bridalwear. We spoke… Continue reading Bridal Asia is coming to Mumbai
According to Forbes, jewellery designer Nirav Modi’s net worth hovers in billions. He’s found a way to place several diamonds on an intricate lattice framework such that it reduces the weight of the necklace by half. Which is explains why his pieces fetch millions of dollars at Sotheby’s and Christie’s. His super exclusive designs were… Continue reading Nirav Modi launches his Mumbai boutique
