“Whitby jet”, the black fossilised wood renowned for having been used as mourning jewellery by Queen Victoria, has been given a new lease of life in contemporary designs. Whitby is the home…
DESIGN
Neha Lulla Kripalani dabbled in all spheres of jewellery designing, manufacturing and retail before setting up her own brand in 2009. The young designer has found a niche for herself in the…
Art and engineering skills synchronise with balletic grace in Andrew Geoghegan’s well-sculpted collections. A clean aesthetic and restrained design language define the artistry of UK-based designer Andrew Geoghegan. His constant endeavour to…
Talismanic jewels have transformed into protective armour during the pandemic, here’s why. In times of pain and uncertainty, many of us look to our jewellery as armour, points out jewellery designer Colette Steckel, who has a flagship boutique in Mexico and a retail store…
UK-based jewellery designer Annoushka Ducas launches her first collection of sustainable bridal jewellery. Annoushka Ducas’ new Love and Commitment is made from recycled gold and set with conflict-free, GIA-certified diamonds. The bridal…
Harakh Mehta’s soulful renditions are patterned with rare and top-quality diamonds set in platinum or gold and have a lyrical quality to them. Every handmade piece also has a motif that spells…
Ace silver jewellery designer Sangeeta Boochra talks about the growing demand for silver jewellery in India and abroad, how rebranding and re-launching of her online site helped the company stay ahead of…
Working out of a warehouse apartment in London, Liv Luttrell creates wearable sculptures in gold and silver for clients afar, including America, Oman and South Africa. Liv Luttrell specialises in sculptural contemporary…
London-based Sarah Al-Hassan’s design reflects her idea of minimalism: uncluttered, refined geometrical lines. Pakistani-Arab designer Sarah Al-Hassan was raised in London, a melting pot of fashion, art, creativity and diversity. At London’s…
Ritu Bajoria, Proprietor and Designer, Virrayaa Jewellery, Kolkata, stresses the importance of wearable aesthetics in her bridal as well as daily wear jadau lines. Ritu Bajoria got married into a family of…