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Jewellery has always played a vital role for centuries in culture, used even by the remote Ancient Civilizations to modern populations. Some of the most sought after and expensive stones have passed from person to person over that time, donated or sold for vast sums of money. Ranging from shoes to brooches to clutches, idols, jewellery boxes and much more which have adorned kings, queens, emirs, and even modern socialites. Our latest edition will be a visual treat flaunting their way with global trends and surprisingly creative jewellery accessories. A tête-à-tête with Sanjeev Mehta and Ambika Narayan of Apranje Jewellers talks about personalised jewellery and their focus on creating diamonds pieces that will become heirlooms. An exclusive interview with dancer, actor, choreographer Sreedevi Unni talking about how jewellery is an essential thread in the fabric of her life. She takes us down the memory lanes of her childhood and tells us what made her fall in love with jewellery and what keeps her excited about owning a piece. In the tapestry of information and trends, weaving a perfect picture of jewellery this issue. Happy Reading !
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41 BHIMA’S BLING Perpetual
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08 PERPETUAL ELEGANCE
42 FOREVERMARK LAUNCHES ITS SPRING SUMMER 2020
46 MALABAR GOLD & DIAMONDS HOSTS A
SOLITAIRE SHOW WITH FOREVERMARK
48 PERFECTLY LAYERED
14 OF DIAMOND TESTAMENTS
50 A LIFE THAT SHINES BRIGHT
18 CRAZY GORGEOUS CREDIT
54 INSTILLING THE SPIRIT OF
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30 THE JEWELLERY TRENDS YOU’RE GOING TO SEE EVERYWHERE IN 2020
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STUDDED HANDBAGS, SHOES, HAIR ACCESSORIES ARE CREATING A FASHION STATEMENT ON A GLOBAL PLATFORM. DIAMONDS, COLOURED STONES AND PEARLS ARE BEING USED EXTENSIVELY TO CREATE SUCH MASTERPIECES THAT REDEFINE HIGH-END LUXURY.
According to the famous Christies auction house in 2017, the “Mouawad 1001 Nights Diamond Purse” encrusted with 4,517 diamonds which include fancy yellow, fancy pink and colourless diamonds was estimated at a whopping price of $3.8 million. 2019 saw the richest Indian businesswoman, Nita Ambani dons an INR 2.6 crore Hermes Himalaya Birkin handbag encrusted with more than 200 diamonds. Gemstone and diamond-studded shoes have been in vogue since the era of Kings and Queens. One such famous gem and diamond-studded pair of shoes belonged to the 18th century Nizam of Hyderabad - Sikandar Jah. The royal shoes have an
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THE “DIAMOND ENCRUSTED HAIR” BY LAWRENCE GRAFF
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THE “MOUAWAD 1001 NIGHTS DIAMOND PURSE”
array of diamonds, rubies and emeralds embedded in gold thread. A dazzling set of diamond-encrusted men’s shoes designed by famous jewellery designer Jason Arasheben named as the Tom Ford Custom consists of approximately 340 carats of diamonds or 14,000 round diamonds. This value for this spectacular pair of shoes worn by America’s Got Talent host Nick Cannon is estimated to be $2 million. Stuart Weitzman – the eminent luxury shoe brand incorporated Tanzanite gemstones and diamonds in a pair of stilettos’ that were produced in collaboration with Eddie Le Vian with an estimated value of $2 million. Amongst hair accessories, the most expensive accessory estimated at $500 million is the “Diamond-Encrusted Hair” by Lawrence Graff. The redesigned version of the original 1970’s design hair accessory consists of 22 diamond-encrusted pieces and is inspired by the Parisian style popularized by Marie Antoinette.
Hughes in 2014 for an anonymous Chinese client. Encrusted with 653 diamonds in the mobile phone case and designed in 24 karat gold, the iPhone 5 Black Diamond was estimated at $15 million. Nightingale of Kuala Lumpur is an extraordinary dress estimated at $30 million designed by Faiyzali Abdullah who is a renowned Malaysian fashion designer. The dress boasts of a combination of 751 diamonds alongside Swarovski crystals other than the dress material that makes it so valuable. To make this article more memorable let’s end it with a 2006 wedding gown which goes by the name of The Diamond Wedding Gown estimated at $12 million has 150 carats of diamonds embedded in this piece de resistance and is yet awaiting its rightful owner. This masterpiece was created jointly by fashion designer Renee Strauss and jeweller Martin Katz.
Mounting diamonds and gemstones have not been limited to jewellery and accessories but has also been used in electronics and clothing. One such electronic masterpiece was created by luxury product master Stuart
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Jewelled artefacts, accessories and symbols are triggers. They remind people who are part of a cultur its rules, beliefs and meaning. Be it a silver idol or a cut set, a diamond studded footwear or a clutch or watch or be it platinum cufinks, the jewelled accessories artefacts have always caught the attention for a rea across the globe.
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Over the period, jewelled accessories have been created in a array of styles to fit modern-day requirements and styles. Additionally, the production of these objects has undergone major changes.
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Among the metals silver accessories and artefacts has been the most popular. From ancient times, silver has been utilized for a variety of practical and decorative purposes: it has been used as money, and yet also as a material from which to craft jewellery, hollow- and atware, objects and even whole pieces of furniture.
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In primeval times, the raw silver was a lot tougher to come by than other precious metals, such as gold. For this purpose, it was considered exceptionally precious and used sparsely to create jewellery and small objects, often devotional in character.
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For a volatile and an unpredictable industry as the jewellery industry in India, the massy way of doing business, characterised by quantity, the number of brick-mortar stores, presence across the country and/or abroad, increasing walk-ins and so on would be the points that would top the list and drive the owners frantic. However, for business partners Sanjeev Mehta and Ambika Narayan of Apranje Jewellers, focus points were crystal clear from the beginning: craft exclusive, personalised jewellery that will stand the test of time and let in new clients only through referrals which in turn will pave way for meaningful customer relationships.
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“I followed my father’s footsteps. He started his jewellery business in 1961 and was called the family jeweller, one who’s like a personalised jeweller, like how every household has a family doctor. I wanted to build a relationship
The beginning of it all Acting on his calling of crafting fine jewellery, Sanjeev Mehta returned from Mumbai, after seven years of training at a Diamond Manufacturing Company and relocated to Bengaluru to be the modern personalised family jeweller (jeweller who would sell exclusive jewellery by going to houses in olden days). He particularly quotes, “I followed my father’s footsteps. He started his jewellery business in 1961 and was called the family jeweller, one who’s like a personalised jeweller, like how every household has a family doctor. I wanted to build a relationship with my clients based on trust and wanted to be the go-to jeweller for fine diamond jewellery. I have strived for this from the beginning. In 1996, from a small space in a renovated area from my residence.”
with my clients based on trust and wanted to be the go-to jeweller for fine diamond jewellery. I have strived for this from the beginning. In 1996, from a small space in a renovated area from my residence.”
Ambika enters the scene in the year 1997 and Apranje was soon born. Like every new beginning, this one had challenges too. In Ambika’s own words, “My transition was gradual yet completely new for me; I moved from interacting with men and machinery to women and jewellery. However, everyone trusted me to do complete justice to the jeweller role and I was hands-on on the floor from Day 1.” The first three years were all about learning the ropes, building trust with customers and her knowledge building.
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Offerings Apranje focuses on finely crafted diamond jewellery exclusively made for clients through a thorough understanding of their needs. Sanjeev and Ambika take pride in hearing experiences from clients of their jewellery from Aparanje being the centre of attention at parties or other functions. Both strictly want their work to spread through word-of-mouth. One can find the traditional, all-time favourite floral designs to modern, classy designs at Apranje.
What makes them tick Both Sanjeev and Ambika have their hands on approach with their and for their customised orders, which they specialise in. They involve their customers during the entire process, ensuring the jewellery is exactly or better than what the client had in mind. The delivery schedules are met without compromising on the quality and the design. With both in-house and freelance designers, they make sure the designs remain unique and fresh. More care is also being taken on providing great
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customer service and taking inputs from customers. Sanjeev says, “Wealth is the warmth you share after years,” and enjoys the company of people from all three generations of a family.
Looking ahead Apranje has never looked at the business in terms of quantity. It abides by the founding principle of quality over quantity. They say, “We definitely don’t want to compete on price but would like to compete on design, on the kind of unique jewellery we do. We haven’t said no to any customer so far and have always welcomed customers of all jewellery needs – be it solitaire rings, bridal jewellery or simple nose stud.” Even when the requests for gold jewellery have been there for a long time, Sanjeev and Ambika don’t want to diversify and get distracted. They want their jewellery to make a statement and look forward to having the company of more jewellery connoisseurs at their store. Sanjeev and Ambika, after 22 years of being jewellers, are even more focused on creating diamonds pieces that will become heirlooms.
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Crazy Gorgeous CREDIT CARDS
for People Who Are Really, Really Into Jewellery Aaaaand really, really in a position to indulge their passion for jewelry no matter the cost. Because the only way to get your hands on these gem-encrusted credit cards is through a membership with a European-based luxury lifestyle and travel management service targeting the 0.01%. Called Insignia, it recently debuted in the United States through a partnership with the New York–based private equity firm Certares—part of the arrangement involves offering clients access to the Jewellery Card, an unimaginably luxe, fully functional credit card (Visa for now, more networks to come) that comes in a number of surprisingly beautiful designs.
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Naturally that’s what interested me most about the Jewellery Card. The intricacy of the designs (pictured above and below) reminds me of the subject of my favorite jewelry book from last year, a magical compendium of cigarette cases, powder compacts, and minaudières from the Art Deco era. Welcome to the Roaring ’20s 2.0.
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Made by a team of artisans, inlay specialists, and stone setters in Switzerland, the designs draw from the mythologies of ancient cultures, classical themes of world history, the works of great artists, and the beauty of the natural world. The EMV chip is integrated seamlessly into the composition so that the design is never compromised. And, perhaps more importantly, you can transact as effortlessly as you might with your plain-old premium Amex.
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You can also commission a design completely customized to your whims and specifications. The ready-to-wear options can go for as much as $200,000, depending on the materials used. This would not be the one to accidentally leave behind at the bar after a few martinis.
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UNLEASHING THE FASCINATION OF GEMSTONES BEYOND JEWELLERY We are all captivated by the brilliance of a beautifully faceted gemstone. Once the exclusive property of the rich and powerful, this brilliance is today being reassigned beyond the role of personal jewellery into a whole range of nonjewellery applications destined to bring sparkle into our lives. Who among us has not spotted an attractive colored stone on a beach or bushwalk and slipped it into a pocket to take home? Long before the art of gem cutting unlocked the sparkle of a gemstone, early humans collected bright little pebbles, tumbled and smoothed in fast-moving water, as prized personal trinkets. These tiny mineral fragments frequently served as rudimentary personal adornment, the beginnings of jewellery as we know it today. Colored Tinno Mobile minerals in the form of precious gems, were also assigned superstitions and powers that made them valuable symbols for the ruling classes and religions of all kinds. Gold was thought to be the flesh of the gods because it didn’t tarnish. Ancient cultures used it for religious statues, objects in temples, and funeral art. It is said that Cleopatra’s trademark eye shadow was ground Lapis Lazuli, and this same mineral was also used on the death mask
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of Tutankhamun. In ancient China, jade was used to shape weapons, New Zealand’s Maoris used their jade to fashion war clubs.
Gemstone sparkle beyond jewellery Humans first unlocked the art of faceting gemstones in the 17th century, creating even more reason for these brilliant new stones to remain firmly in the hands of those with wealth and influence. And while jewellery became increasingly popular, gemstones were also used to add to the talismanic value of artifacts and accessories. A Christie’s Aayra by auction in New York in June Pure Platinum 2019 saw exquisite nonjewellery, but nevertheless, jeweled items from the royal courts of India attract record prices. An enameled model of a parrot, generously set with diamonds, rubies, and emeralds sold for USD 1m, twice the expected price. An enameled rosewater sprinkler, set with precious gems, sold for USD 200,000. Jeweled dishes, bowls, trinket boxes, ceremonial sword hilts, and many other items changed hands at the auction for extraordinary prices. Objects like the Baroda Pearl Canopy, embroidered with 950,000 pearls, diamonds, rubies, sapphires, emeralds, and glass beads, and designed to be suspended over a four-poster bed, are naturally beyond the realms of the ordinary citizen. At the same time, many other non-jewellery applications for gemstones, inspired by a passion for all that sparkles, can now be enjoyed by us all.
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Brilliant new non-jewellery applications Today, designers have access to high-quality, precision-cut created stones, like the diamond-like Swarovski Zirconia, which, thanks to modern application techniques can be permanently applied to fashion accessories like shoes and handbags, personal electronics, home décor items, soft furnishing fabrics, lighting and dozens of other uses beyond traditional jewellery. In India, designers are already seizing the opportunity to apply Swarovski Zirconia to belts and belt buckles, spectacle frames and sunglasses, writing instruments, cufflinks, and showpieces. Meanwhile, Swarovski’s technicians, have perfected the art of applying Swarovski Zirconia to almost any surface and material, opening up endless opportunities for innovative, non-jewellery applications.
Democracy of brilliance The fascination of expertly faceted stones has now been democratized. No longer solely in the hands of kings, emperors, and heads of religion, destined to embellish the hilts of swords of warriors and warlords, or held under lock and key in the world’s greatest museums, Nemanja Llic sparkling stones can now be enjoyed, every day and in every way by a wider public. What remains constant is the fascination of a stone expertly cut in such a way as to release its inner energy while refracting light in a thousand different ways. Meanwhile, the sparkle now seen on personal electronic devices, the brilliance on the handbag, belt, shoes, or sandals, the glisten and glimmer on exquisite home accessories, or on that elegant
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writing instrument, will very likely come from Swarovski Zirconia, widely r e c o g n i ze d and the world’s finest.
Very personal adornment And while we currently enjoy sparkle on a whole range of accessories and personal items, the next big thing, as highlighted by Swarovski’s trend research, will bring that same sparkle directly back to the human body. The forecasted surge in body jewellery will be a trend that comes naturally to India, a culture where piercing for jewellery for the ear and nose has a long and distinguished tradition dating back to the 16th century.
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Insights by Swarovski The Swarovski Seal of Quality The Swarovski seal of quality is an independent endorsement standing for Swarovski’s enduring commitment to the highest standards of excellence since 1895. The use of the special ‘Zirconia from Swarovski’ seal is a strong symbol of identification for the products of Swarovski Partners, providing assurance that you are buying only the finest zirconia quality. All the jewelry showcased in this article are crafted with Swarovski Zirconia.
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The Jewellery Trends You’re Going to See Everywhere In 2020
Crystal Fringed Single Earring GUCCI $550.00
This crystal-embellished triangle stud with fringing is the piece that will glamour to your going-out ensemble. Debut it during the next birthday dinner you’re invited to.
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Supersize Hoops
Proenza Schouler (left), Balenciaga Give your dainty hoop earrings a break and invest in a large pair for 2020. The oversize style was spotted on the spring 2020 runways from designers like Carolina Herrera and Sies Marjan. Updated takes on the design include door-knocker styles like the Balenciaga ones and double hoops from Proenza Schouler. These hoops are all about standing out, not blending in.
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Lion Doorknocker Earrings NATIA X LAKO | farfetch.com $205.00
If you loved the Balenciaga door knocker earrings on the runway, here’s a similar version from Natia x Lako. They’re a powerful and charming accessory to your Monday through Friday outfits.
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Large Hoop Earrings
BOTTEGA VENETA | mytheresa.com $980.00 If door knockers aren’t for you (maybe you want to start off with something more minimalist first), these oversized hoops from Bottega will get your feet wet. They’re crafted in Italy and made to look like gilded bamboo, so they’re not just your average rounded hoops.
Colorful Stones
Ulla Johnson (left), Anna Sui Spring tends to bring a renewed energy to our wardrobes. We shed our puffers and ankle boots for barely-there sandals and whispery cotton dresses. To welcome sunnier days and add some cheer to your look, opt for bright baubles in various hues. Colorful accessories were plentiful on the runways and designers weren’t afraid to play with proportions.
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Pearl and Crystal Floral Necklace J.CREW | jcrew.com $88.99
Lion Doorknocker Earrings BAUBLEBAR | nordstrom.com $44.00
Brighten up any dark winter outfit with this coralcolored floral and pearl necklace. The weather might be 20 degrees right now, but this hue is keeping our spirits, and mood, up.
These earrings were made to stand out and receive all the compliments from your coworkers. If they don’t feel work-appropriate to you, however, save them for that upcoming wedding you’ve RSVP’ed to.
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Prabal Gurung (left), Oscar de la Renta Jewelry isn’t just for your wrists, ears, or neck anymore, as Bottega Veneta proved with its popular chain-adorned mesh pumps last season. For 2020, fashion houses like Oscar de la Renta and Zimmermann are continuing to honor this look by taking the liberty of adorning their own footwear with chains and other unexpected embellishments. Feeling crafty? DIY the style by looping a long chain around your ankles and through the strap of your sandals.
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Leather Belt-Buckle Single Earring LOEWE | matchesfashion.com $265.00
To be honest, this buckle earring made me laugh and piqued my interest at the same time. (I’ve decided I love it and I want it.) If you’re looking for a one-ofa-kind design to add to your jewelry collection, this baby’s it.
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Raphia Embellished Strappy Suede Sandals JACQUEMUS | modaoperandi.com $955.00
You can go light on the jewelry up top when you slip into these Jacquemus sandals. The dangling embellishments around the heels will create enough intrigue to turn heads as you enter the room.
Pearl Everything Tory Burch (left), Burberry
I, for one, am glad pearls are here to stay for another season. For this year, expect to see designers create sculptural shapes out of this object in addition to embracing a pearl’s more natural shape like the earrings spotted at Jason Wu. Whether you decide to go with faux or real pearl pieces, they all add a touch of femininity and timelessness to your outfits.
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LIZZIE FORTUNATO | shopbop.com $295.00 This necklace will easily be the center of attention in any outfit. Instead of wearing it solo, layer on some of your favorite thin gold chains to build an enviable necklace stack.
Clip-On Earrings CHANEL | chanel.com $575.00
Nathan ChainEmbellished Sand TIBI | net-a-porter.com $262.50
I might just treat myself to these classy earrings for my birthday next month. The clip-on style is perfect for both pierced and non-pierced ears alike and gives off an air of sophistication and dressiness.
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Chunky Chains
Zimmermann (left), Brandon Maxwell Statement-making jewelry won’t be hard to find this year thanks to the big chain energy. Oversize gold chokers and lucite necklaces ruled the necks of models at the spring 2020 shows. If you’re going out, opt for glittery silver links to dress up your outfit like the one spotted at Brandon Maxwell, above. The chunky chains, which comes in bracelet forms too, work equally as well for the office, when you need an easy style hack to dress up a sweater and jeans.
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Chunky Chain Choker MISHO | matchesfashion.com $381.00
This silver-tone choker is edgy and cool, so you don’t need to dress it up much. Style with a muted top to show off the power of this accessory.
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Colleen Gold and Silver Bracelet CHLOÉ | net-a-porter.com $585.00
Chloé girls will love the padlock and key charm details that mimic the label’s “Aby” handbag. If you’re not too keen on looping a giant chain around your neck, this lightweight bracelet is your intro into the chunky chain trend.
Single Earrings Valentino (left), Marni
Rocking a single earring isn’t a completely new concept but the trend is still alive and well for another year. Fashion houses from the ones you see above to Tibi, JW Anderson, and Oscar de la Renta all accessorized their ensembles with one large statement earring, proving this way of dressing is still fresh and relevant. If you’ve been hesitant to try this look in the past, maybe this is the year you conquer this trend. We believe in you. Courtesy: marieclaire.com
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THE WORLD’S MOST VALUABLE JEWELLERY BOX
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THE FLOWER OF ETERNITY JEWELLERY COFFER With a value of US $3.5 million, the Mouawad Flower of Eternity Jewellery Coffer was named as the most valuable jewellery box in the world by the Guinness World Records in 2016. Inspired by Mouawad’s signature Flower of Eternity™ motif, which consists of three heartshaped petals symbolizing the past, present, and future, the coffer was crafted using 18-karat gold and sterling silver, and features 542.39 carat of white and yellow diamonds, 293.24 carat of white and pink sapphires, 20.06 carat of rubies, and 1,799.75 carat of lapis lazuli.
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THE WORLD’S MOST VALUABLE NECKLACE
L’INCOMPARABLE The Mouawad L’Incomparable Diamond Necklace holds the record for the most valuable necklace in the world (US $55 million) and features the flawless 407.48-carat yellow diamond, suspended gracefully from a 229.52-carat white diamond necklace intertwined by 18-karat rose gold branchlets.
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THE WORLD’S MOST VALUABLE HANDBAG
THE MOUAWAD 1001 NIGHTS DIAMOND PURSE With a value of US $3.8 million, the Mouawad 1001 Nights Diamond Purse was named as the most expensive handbag in the world by the Guinness World Records 2011. The heartshaped purse, handcrafted from 18-karat gold, incorporates 4,517 diamonds (105 yellow, 56 pink, and 4,356 colorless diamonds) with a total weight of 381.92 carat.
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THE WORLD’S MOST EXPENSIVE SINGLE PEAR-SHAPED DIAMOND
THE MOUAWAD SPLENDOR The first Guinness award went to the Mouawad Splendor — the most expensive single pear-shaped diamond in the world (weighing 101.84 carat D-Internally Flawless and worth US $12.76 million), purchased by Robert Mouawad. The diamond was awarded the Guinness World Record in 1990.
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BLING Set in the silver and crafted with delicate design, this piece adds a seductive splendor to any place. The radiance of this silver wear is ought to evoke in you the holiness of a prayer. This collectable is a humble statement of elegance. You can never go wrong in gifting from the wide range of Bhima Collectables.
Silvers are forever. Nothing to save as a family heirloom than this vintage jewellery box. The enchanting craftsmanship of the piece is ostensible. Fashion statement in a silver clutch is exactly what you need to spice up your look.
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Forevermark Launches its Spring Summer 2020
Forevermark unveils its Trend Report for 2020. Developed at Forevermark’s Design and Innovation Centre in Milan, two key themes have been identified to inspire and shape desire for diamonds for Spring Summer 2020. Across both inspiring trends, these essential concepts are translated into a rich array of design solutions at the very heart of which sit beautiful, rare and responsibly sourced Forevermark diamonds.
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Spring/Summer 2019 Trends URBAN NATURE: With many of us now living in urban environments, jewellery that suggests a harmonious connection to the natural world speaks to our hope for a positive future. Botanical forms such as owers, leaves and tendrils combine with sculptural outlines, dramatic planes, and abstract symmetries to create a striking new design language. Silhouettes that are part organic, part architectural are conjured from precious metals such as white and black gold. Spectacular settings hold beautifully cut diamonds in designs that entwine fingers, cascade from ears and lovingly embrace wrists and necks.
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OPEN MIND: Open Mind is an ode to those free-spirited individuals who have unbounded curiosity about the world around them. Jewellery inspired by Open Mind has an informal, joyful quality. As new design boundaries are explored and pushed, playful, experimental forms emerge. When baguette diamonds take centre stage, scintillating silhouettes are the thrilling result. A rainbow palette of enamel colours adds to the sense of enchanted wonder in designs that trigger a jubilant emotional response.
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“From finding personal fulfilment, and creating meaningful design, to protecting our precious planet, and the value of empowerment and acceptance, the Forevermark 2020 Trend Book speaks to important truths about the choices we make as we live our lives, and the legacy we wish to leave. The trend Urban Nature is a whole philosophy of life whose ethos is the protection of our beloved planet. In designs where urban drama and nature’s bounty come together, we are reminded of the beauty that grows when perfect harmony is achieved. As for Open Mind works on many levels is what makes it such an important and relevant concept right now. It is a reminder to protect our liberties, whilst at the same time seizing life’s opportunities and celebrating them with a happy-go-lucky vibe.” says Federica Imperiali, Head of New Product Development at Forevermark.
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Malabar Gold & Diamonds hosts a solitaire show with Forevermark
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Forevermark, the diamond brand from the De Beers Group showcased a collection of over 300 diamond solitaires at the Malabar Gold & Diamonds store in Andheri, Mumbai. These beautiful solitaire pieces, starting from 0.14 carats onwards. Forevermark diamonds are the world’s most carefully selected diamonds while Malabar Gold & Diamonds are known for their uncompromised quality, trust and transparency. The solidarity of these two brands have brought about an ideal association to offer elegant diamond solitaires that come with a unique inscription number by Forevermark assuring you that they are the most beautiful, rare and responsibly sourced natural diamonds.
Talking about the solitaire show, Fanzeem Ahamed of Malabar Gold and Diamonds, said, “We, at Malabar Gold & Diamonds, are elated to showcase Forevermark’s exclusive diamond solitaires at our store. Knowing that less than 1% of the world’s diamonds are eligible to become a Forevermark drives us to create the best in diamond jewellery for our customers. Forevermark’s Diamond Grading Card serves as a promise that the diamond you buy and wear, is ethically and responsibly sourced. Our partnership with Forevermark is a testament to our trust and credibility that we maintain with our customers.”
Speaking on the occasion, Sachin Jain, President, Forevermark India, said, “Forevermark is proud to showcase its unique collection of diamond solitaires at Malabar Gold & Diamonds, one of the brand’s most cherished partners. Forevermark diamonds are among the world’s most beautiful diamonds and at Malabar Gold & Diamonds solitaire showcase, you are sure to find a diamond for your special occasion. Each of our diamonds go through a stringent selection and grading process, hence assuring that is has met Forevermark’s standards of beauty and rarity.”
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Actress Neha Pendse tied the knot with her boyfriend Shardul Baya in Pune. She wore custom made jewellery designed by Narayan Jewellers by Ketan and Jatin Chokshi Vadodara for all her wedding functions including Engagement, Wedding and Reception. For Neha’s Engagement, she combined her gown with chandelier diamond earrings, while her wedding look comprised of a stunning 3 layered neckpiece combined with a choker and earrings along with Bangles. “We specially handcrafted her wedding 3 layered neckpiece to match her
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pastel pink Navari sari. The 3 layered neckpiece is not too heavy and combined with a choker is perfect for the upcoming wedding season”, shared Ketan Chokshi, Co-Owner & lead designer of Narayan Jewellers. For her reception, she combined a Swapnil Shinde hi-slit gown with a stunning rose gold diamond choker by Narayan Jewellers. “Though lightweight, choker comprised of more than 1200 diamonds and was uniquely designed in the shape of a neck making it fit perfectly”, shared Jatin Chokshi, co-owner & designer of the brand Narayan Jewellers from Vadodara.
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Speaking about her beautiful jewellery, Actress Neha Pendse, said, “They showed me a variety of designs, exactly to the brief I had shared. It was a task choosing from so many beautiful pieces. Narayan Jewellers design is very regal and elegant. It is the perfect brand for every bride who wants her look to be remembered forever.”
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A life that shines bright SREEDEVI UNNI
DANCER, ACTOR, CHOREOGRAPHER
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For a dancer, actor, choreographer Sreedevi Unni, jewellery is an essential thread in the fabric of her life. Hailing from a traditional Nair family in Calicut, Kerala, the dancer was well-versed with different types of jewellery, precious stones and what was trending and what wasn’t growing up. Sreedevi Unni takes us down the memory lanes of her childhood and tells us what made her fall in love with jewellery and what keeps her excited about owning a piece.
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Golden memories of childhood
“Jewellery was an essential part of our lives right from birth. Paalakkamothiram for girls and maanni for boys were custom-made (to be worn on the 28th day after their birth) from goldsmiths and worn until the kids were one year old. Jewellery strung in high-quality silk or woollen threads was a mark of an elite family back then. Also, my mother, a scholar, an educationist and a creative genius insisted that different types of jewellery be made for all girls in the family and worn during festivals like Onam, Vishu and during Thiruvathira celebrations.”
“I used to keenly observe my mother as a child and notice how she wore jewellery. Lakshmi maala and Muthumani maala were her regulars. Since she was a public figure, her thought was to keep it minimal and elegant every day.”
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Rare and tradition collection
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It was also a tradition in the Aristocratic family those days to invite artisans home and order custom-made jewellery where the designs and the intricacies were designed by the womenfolk according to their taste. In Sreedevi’s case, her mother’s taste in jewellery being superlative, the discussions and requirements were shared quite in detail with the visiting artisans. The womenfolk also used to wait for sellers from Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh for pearls, other precious stones and diamonds. Sreedevi says the trick to identify a good diamond was its shine. If it has a black spot, the diamond was considered to be inauspicious.
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Sreedevi’s love for jewellery
Among her sisters, Sreedevi was the most excited about festivals and dressing up. “With matching attire and gold jewellery, I used to dress my best during festivities. My father used to jokingly say that one can look at me and guess whether it’s a festival or not. My other sisters weren’t that into jewellery or dressing up. It could also be because I was a dancer.” She adds, “But I also remember and followed my mother’s words on dressing up, which were to ‘keep it elegant and simple’.” Sreedevi says that Gold is a powerful metal; its energy and power are truly magical. She loves wearing her gold jimikki, given by her mother for her wedding even today but in a new avatar imagined by her.
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Giving wings to her kaleidoscopic aestheticism, she stepped on to the pedestal of becoming the nation’s ace jewellery designer after graduating as ‘A diamond graduate’ from the prestigious Gemmological Institute of America. With a focus on transforming her vision into reality, she embarked in the journey of entrepreneurship by designing and manufacturing exquisite jewellery under the brand name Diagold. Diagold offers an array of priceless jewellery creations, handcrafted diamond and precious kaleidoscopic stone jewellery. While the patronage of her family honed her business orientation skills, Varda’s inherent artistic bent of mind fostered her imaginative ingenuity, which resulted in the genesis of Diagold. Present in across three select destinations in India, Diagold is now poised to grow internationally. Varda complements her strategic growth by hosting and participating exhibitions in India and foreign destinations. Transcending borders, the brand has a strong retail presence in the Middle East and has also started retail operations in London.
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Marked with innovative prowess This diamond jewellery brand; was born at the turn of the millennium in the year 2000. Started as a small boutique store, the brand expanded its luxury goods portfolio bringing the Kolkata market a boutique that showcases exquisite fine jewellery. Located at Kolkata City Center 1, it was further successfully expanded to Mumbai. Spread across select metro cities in India, the brand currently has four stores at strategic malls/locations of the nation. Over the years, Diagold has evolved as a brand that customizes masterpieces marked with innovative prowess and inculcation of distinctive designs that forms the essence of their signature creations. The creative force behind the high-end jewellery brand is Varda Goenka – the Founder of Diagold, Equipped as a diamond graduate from America along with a passion for creativity. She has personally attended and developed loyalty of a niche set of Marwari clientele since she was tuned to their tastes and trends.
Created with a Passion The Diagold family has become synonymous through the years with trendy designs quality products & exemplary service. The Collections are conceived and created with a passion for offering the finest jewellery in a wide variety of styles and gemstones and also precious kaleidoscopic stones, to meet the clientele’s tastes and expectations. Each piece is crafted with the utmost dedication, passion and attention-to-detail. Equipped with the latest designs the merchandise is imbued with artistic quality pieces that offer exquisite and extensive choices in diamond sets and gold jewellery which includes rings, pendants, bracelets, bangles, chandelier earrings and an array of necklace sets. Solitaires too have found a loyal following from the clientele.
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The Brand undergoes the 4C’s test-Cut, Clarity, Carat & Colour. The precious stones are cut and carved with precision to perfection for creating spectacular masterpieces. The gold is hallmarked & the diamonds internationally certified to maintain stringent quality standards. Diagold symbolizes spellbinding creation that exudes delicate detailing enthralling each jewellery enthusiast with its craftsmanship, artistic sensibilities, beauty and affordability.
Titivating Innovation In the past 2 decades, there has been a drastic change in the jewellery industry, so the brand sought to rethink in a way that would make it look more progressive and modern while connecting and appealing across age groups. Revamping the brand on all fronts of the business such as product, logo, name, pricing, place and even the way the business was being promoted as the main objective in mind. This is what has led to the creation of Varda Goenka – Fine Jewels by Diagold, a refined entity that stands for Innovation, Service and Value. The new entity has been created with a clear vision which is “To become a jewellery label that represents an innovation in design, customer service and value-laden jewellery products that appeal to a niche audience and aims to establish diamond jewellery as the ultimate style statement for every Indian woman.”
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GOLDEN GLOBE AWARDS 2020 The Best Jewellery of the Night It was all about necklaces—masterfully crafted diamondset ropes often punctuated with vividly colored gems— at the Golden Globe Awards Sunday night in Los Angeles. After years of big earrings ruling Hollywood red carpets, it was lovely to see them (and such fantastic ones, at that) slip into the spotlight.
Charlize Theron in Tiffany & Co. jewellery (image via: @ charlizegallery)
Ana de Armas in Tiffany & Co. jewellery (image via: @melaniemakeup)
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Zoey Deutch in Harry Winston diamond and sapphire jewellery—the necklace boasts a 58.69 ct. star sapphire cabochon (image via: @fionastiles)
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Cynthia Erivo in Bulgari jewellery and a custom Thom Browne gown (image via: @britishvogue)
Because nearly everyone wore a statement necklace, earrings shrunk in size. And the multi-pierced earring look rendered in high jewellery, which was pulled off by many, felt fresh—and just as luxe as the classic diamond drops so many others opted for. Charlize Theron and Cynthia Erivo, both of whom wore short diamondand-colored-gemstone necklaces (see them below), carried off the severalsmall-earrings look especially well.
Jennifer Lopez in Harry Winston diamond-and-emerald necklace and earrings (image via: @jenniferlopez_per)
In terms of brands, Harry Winston, Bulgari, and Tiffany & Co. all had fabulous evenings: Tiffany placed legit statement pieces on Theron, Ansel Elgort, and newcomer Ana de Armas, who wore a stunning short Tiffany
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Ansel Elgort in a Tiffany & Co. butterfly brooch—and a little silver eyeshadow to match (image via: @ augustmagazines)
sapphire necklace (see below), among others. Bulgari enjoyed a show-stopping moment with Gwyneth Paltrow, who came in a sheer dress, her clavicles literally dripping in diamonds. But if there was a winner on the brand front last night, it was undoubtedly Harry Winston. The jeweler was responsible for Zoey Deutch’s stunning diamond-and-sapphire earrings and sautoir, which features a 58.69 ct. star sapphire cabochon (a look @ jckmagazine followers on Instagram
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rated as their favorite of the night). And the atelier also made Jennifer Lopez’s diamondand-emerald earrings, which racked up over 600 likes and dozens of positive comments in a post on our Instagram in under a few hours (see both below). Here are all the looks we loved—and will no doubt remember—from the 2020 Golden Globes. Courtesy: JCK Online
Helen Mirren in Harry Winston necklace and earrings (image via: @atimekeeper_my)
Rachel Weisz in a Harry Winston diamond necklace (image via: @atimekeeper_my)
Gwyneth Paltrow in two Bulgari necklaces and earrings (image via: @ thejewelleryed)
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Hair ornaments were used since 10,000BC Tortoise shell now banned was a popular material for hair accessories since the Roman era The most common imitation of coloured gemstones and diamonds are made of glass and plastic Rhinestone – an imitation stone is commonly used in fashion jewellery accessories Jewelled accessories embedded with precious stones need the same care as mounted jewellery The diamonds used in watches are usually very tiny in size Switzerland is known for its renowned diamond studded watches
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