{"id":21369,"date":"2023-05-30T11:47:35","date_gmt":"2023-05-30T06:17:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gjepc.org\/solitaire\/?p=21369"},"modified":"2023-06-06T16:42:41","modified_gmt":"2023-06-06T11:12:41","slug":"new-age-indian-brands-on-the-couture-radar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gjepc.org\/solitaire\/new-age-indian-brands-on-the-couture-radar\/","title":{"rendered":"New-age Indian Brands On The COUTURE Radar"},"content":{"rendered":"

Come 1st<\/sup> June and jewellery buffs and buyers will congregate at the COUTURE 2023 show in Las Vegas. Design acts as the driving force behind curated shows like COUTURE, attracting visitors who have a deep appreciation for the innovative design language presented by brands worldwide. GANNON BROUSSEAU, Director and Executive Vice President of COUTURE,<\/strong> shares his insights in an exclusive email interview to Solitaire on select Indian brands and emphasises the importance of preserving their unique design DNA while striving to differentiate themselves. Over to Brousseau:<\/em><\/p>\n

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Gannon Brousseau, Director and Executive Vice President of COUTURE<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Your perspective on the emerging designer jewellery brands from India? <\/strong><\/p>\n

We are proud to showcase an extraordinary curation of exceptional fine designer jewellery and luxury timepiece brands from across the globe. Nearly half of our exhibitors hail from overseas, and we are seeing a level of talent, creativity and design acumen specifically from India that speaks to the country\u2019s long history in jewellery design and fabrication.<\/p>\n

What unique elements do Indian designers bring to the Las Vegas couture landscape? <\/strong><\/p>\n

The Indian designers who showcase their work at COUTURE display a beautiful complement of traditional Indian motifs and contemporary aesthetics in unique and interesting ways that push the boundaries of how we contextualise fine jewellery.<\/p>\n

As an example, Studio Renn\u2019s incorporation of materials such as oxidised concrete is a bold and beautiful statement on our perceived concepts of value, while Moksh utilises ancient, time-honoured techniques in pieces that are both modern and hint at Art Deco themes. Showcasing India\u2019s position as a leader in diamond cutting is the brand 64 Facets which, after years of trial and error, is introducing an exquisite heart-shaped rose-cut diamond collection at our 2023 event.<\/p>\n

What advice would you give to Indian designers who aspire to showcase their collections in Las Vegas? <\/strong><\/p>\n

I would give Indian designers the same advice I\u2019d give to any designer wanting to break into the US market, and that is to stay true to continually evolving your unique point of view. While it may become necessary to make minor adjustments to suit the marketplace, it\u2019s more important that you expand upon your strong, distinctive aesthetic foundation.<\/p>\n

Since the show is curated, could you let us know the criteria that design houses need to meet in order to participate in the show? <\/strong><\/p>\n

COUTURE is not the biggest show, and that is by design. We have incredible retention with our brands, and anybody new that we accept into our community must have their own unique point of view. We don’t want more than one of any particular aesthetic we want the originator of a particular style or aesthetic, one that is authentically them.<\/p>\n

Solitaire<\/em> spoke to some of the acclaimed Indian brands participating in COUTURE 2023 to figure what they would be showcasing at the most awaited show of the year.<\/p>\n

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Abstract Expressions<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Seed-Leaf diamond ear tops. By Studio Renn<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Studio Renn returns to COUTURE with recent design explorations \u2013 Seed-Leaf. The Mumbai-based avant-garde jewellery design house established in 2018 by Rahul and Roshni Jhaveri, explores concepts and perspectives, rendering abstract ideas through fine jewellery.<\/p>\n

The Seed-Leaf collection is part of an ongoing study represented through a form that is both a seed and a leaf, signifying fertility, abundance, creation through the reflections of diamonds created on the inside the high-gloss gold surface of the piece.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe most important aspect to this work is what is created inside, the intangible reflections of diamonds on a mirror-finished gold surface,\u201d says Rahul Jhaveri, Creative Director.<\/p>\n

Studio Renn will also unveil recent additions to Cacti and Fish. The collections are reinterpreted in abstract and simple forms to convey complex ideas.<\/p>\n

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Puffball Voids sphere drop earrings. By Studio Renn<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Explorations in Puffball Voids are a technical in-house innovation wherein the casting skin on gold is left unpolished, contrasting against the polished rims of the voids and the diamonds.<\/p>\n

The Studio\u2019s Puffball Voids bracelet was nominated for Editor\u2019s Choice at COUTURE last year.<\/p>\n

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Fish diamond long earrings. By Studio Renn<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The collections include earrings, rings, bracelets, and pendants made in 18-karat gold in varied colours, finishes and textures \u2014 and set with diamonds and rubies. They range in price from $10,000-$60,000.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe look forward to showcasing our new works at COUTURE 2023. These explorations capture the innovative spirit of the Studio \u2013 conceptually, aesthetically, and technically,\u201d say Co-Founders, Roshni & Rahul Jhaveri.<\/p>\n

Into The Future<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Linear earrings from the Shourai collection. By Moksh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Moksh, the Mumbai-based couture jewellery brand, founded in 2004 by Milan Chokshi, will showcase ‘Shourai’ (Japanese for ‘future’), its new sustainable line of jewellery made from recycled gold and airplane parts, along with the latest iterations of its signature collections \u2014 ‘Jodhpur’ is inspired by the jaali<\/em> work of the Mehrangarh Fort. ‘Kyoto’ is inspired by the Wabi-Sabi philosophy. ‘Paro’ takes its design cues from prayer wheels of Bhutan’s Buddhist temples. ‘Bombay’ captures the essence of the maximum city. And the arresting, rugged, snow-clad landscapes form the backdrop of the ‘Ladakh’ collection rendered with gemstones, diamonds and pearls.<\/p>\n

The contemporary lines underscored with sensuality of form and volume, turn into unconventional jewels with the exceptional artistry of the atelier.<\/p>\n

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Hoops from Nuur in pipe form with channel-set baguettes and pave-set rounds. By Moksh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Milan Chokshi asserts Moksh\u2019s focus has always been on prioritising good design over harping on provenance and legacy. The brand\u2019s exploration led to an unconventional collection, Shourai, crafted from reclaimed aluminium from abandoned airplanes and 18-karat gold to create a simple yet striking collection, Shourai, which stresses on minimalism, comfort and balance.<\/p>\n

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From Empress, lever-back earrings with pearl flowers, bezel-set emeralds, channel-set baguette and pave-set rounds with Japanese pearls. By Moksh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Moksh will also unveil high jewellery pieces from Nuur, Empress and Taantvi collections. The jewellery, rendered in 18-karat gold, features baguette-cut diamonds, rubies, emeralds and blue sapphires. Marquise-cut diamonds, special-cut tapered diamonds and Japanese natural Keshi pearls accent the pieces. \u201cThe challenge of setting tapered baguette diamonds and special cut gems in interesting ways has always excited us at Moksh,\u201d says Chokshi.<\/p>\n

Symbolic Charm<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Mandala rose-cut earrings. By Harakh Mehta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Harakh Mehta, Creative Director & Founder, of the eponymous label, informs that this will be his third time exhibiting at COUTURE. \u201cIt is well organised and they invite a high calibre of retailers, who appreciate better quality and craftsmanship. We like the whole vibe of this show and are excited to launch our new \u2018Drops of Joy\u2019 collection at COUTURE 2023!\u201d<\/p>\n

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Drops of Joy parasol pendant. By Harakh Mehta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The capsule collection comprises a spiritually inspired suite of ten 18-karat gold charms\/pendants accented with colourless (D,E,F colour\/IF-VS clarity) diamonds, each featuring one meaningful cultural icon or talisman such as select sacred Ashtamangala<\/em> symbols, that have been used for protection, strength and wisdom in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism.<\/p>\n

The word \u201charakh\u201d means \u201cjoy so overwhelming it can evoke tears\u201d \u2013 fittingly, each charm in the collection includes the Harakh signature teardrop of joy pear-cut diamond at its northeast corner, a location believed to welcome wise Feng Shui energy.<\/p>\n

The new charms are sold separately as mix-and-match collectibles that can be affixed to necklaces, bracelets, or handbags. They range in price from $4,000 to $6,500 and will be available at Harakh\u2019s retail partners worldwide.<\/p>\n

A fourth-generation diamantaire, Harakh creates unique diamond lines that are timeless yet modern. Underscored by expert craftsmanship, handpicked diamonds and gemstones, the jewels come to life at his atelier in Mumbai, India. The brand retails out of boutiques in Mumbai and New York.<\/p>\n

Diamond Feast<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The toi et moi white gold ring is draped with diamonds, and spotlights on pear-cut pink and blue diamonds gracing the finials. By Hirani<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This is the second outing for Hirani (previously P.Hirani Exports) at COUTURE and Founder Darshit Hirani, who has a predilection for fancy colour diamonds, is famous for collections that are classic with an allure that lasts forever.<\/p>\n

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A white gold ring set with fancy-cut diamonds accented with oval fancy coloured diamonds. By Hirani<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Hirani notes, \u201cWe had a decent show the first time around and surely will capitalise on the platform that we have built. Since we specialise in fancy colour diamond jewellery, we are able to offer customers an experience unlike anywhere else. Since COUTURE draws a curated audience, we get the right amount of attention which is needed for our kind of products.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Mesmerising white and fancy yellow pear drops adorn the mismatched pair of earrings. By Hirani<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The company caters to a vast audience including the USA, the Middle East, South East Asia, Europe and India, and tweaks its collections based on the preferences of the consumers in each of the regions. \u201cHowever, the majority of our jewellery has global aesthetics, and participating in important trade shows across the world gives us a fair idea about the building appropriate region-specific collections.\u201d<\/p>\n

Jaipur Delights<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Jaipur reversible amethyst and diamond ear studs. By GYAN Jaipur<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

GYAN Jaipur will debut at COUTURE 2023, Las Vegas,\u00a0with three new collections,\u00a0Jaipur, Aravali, Sarai, and one-of-a-kind designs. The fine jewellery creations\u00a0reflect the rich culture of contemporary Jaipur, dynamic creativity, and unparalleled craftsmanship.<\/p>\n

GYAN Jaipur will also unveil a curated line of\u00a0wood rings set with coloured gems set in 18-karat gold and crafted from recycled ebony wood.<\/p>\n

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Sarai citrine linear earrings. By GYAN Jaipur<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The special pieces rely\u00a0on the same traditional craftsmanship and virtuosity that goes into its collections. The one-off pieces are inspired by gemstones.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is the kaleidoscopic cultural heritage of Jaipur that imbues our jewels with their colourful Indian spirit. We see luxury in heritage, and taking inspiration from the vibrant Pink City, we use traditional craftsmanship to create unique pieces that have a global aesthetic,\u201d notes\u00a0Akhil Dhaddha, Creative Director.<\/p>\n

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Aravali citrine cushion ring. By GYAN Jaipur<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cWe want to showcase our work and connect directly with jewellery aficionados. It\u2019s an opportunity to make Gyan Jaipur stand out and have one-on-one interactions with buyers and the jewellery fraternity at large,\u201d he adds.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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