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With the season of endless parties and not-so-endless budgets, TMJ

– Tikamdas Motiram Jewellers offers an easy way to dress up any outfit with exclusive jewellery.

The firm’s latest collection is mounted in white gold and studded with diamonds. The stylish necklaces, pendants and other adornments “replicate eternal poise and sophistication,” says Mahesh Tikamdas, director of TMJ. The dressy collection is available at their Mumbai outlet.

Anmol’s ‘Zeal’ous Venture

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Collection Zeal by Anmol Jewellers is “like fire: It needs, both, feeding and

watching.” The new line of designer diamond jewellery which is daring in form and stylish in appearance is an attempt to touch one’s heart and the inner core. The collection symbolises passion, intensity and ardour, which is brought out by the minute and intricate workmanship. The use of bold and warm stones like rubies, sapphires and deep yellow topaz highlights the thematic aspects of Zeal, which doubles up as bridal or party wear. The line is available at the firm’s three outlets in Mumbai, New Delhi and Gurgaon.

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blancpain’s Valentine Offering

For the first time in its history, luxury watch maker Blancpain has created a special-shaped watch (the visual is a watercolour

rendering of the model) manufactured in Le Brassus. The authentic jewelled creation set with over 500 diamonds and pink sapphires, has the world’s smallest self-winding movement, Calibre 615. The timepiece will be issued in a limited edition of 14 to celebrate Valentine’s Day in 2010.

This symbolic masterpiece, which is a tribute to love and femininity, features white and pink mother-of-pearl dial in the shape of a heart and is framed by a bezel set with over 500 diamonds and pink sapphires. A heart-cut diamond also appears at 12 o’clock, while the pin buckle is set with a pear-shaped pink sapphire. The exquisite beauty of this exceptional two-hand watch also lies in the slenderness of its movement.

Blancpain will also reintroduce its famous “Lady Bird” Calibre 615, which is supposed to be the world’s smallest self-winding movement and has a sapphire crystal case-back. This line too will be a limited edition of 14 and will be unveiled on Valentine’s Day.

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Harry Winston unveils the Midnight Minute Repeater, a limited edition of 40 pieces in

white gold and 40 pieces in rose gold with the option of a silver or dark dial. The masterpiece emphasizes qualities such as refinement and complexity in a timepiece.

The round 42 mm case has a self-winding mechanical movement. The open dial with a minute repeater mechanism can be activated by pressing the push piece situated at 8 o’clock. Encircled by a gold ring, the watch has a sleek dipped window -- at the top left corner – which features two hammers engraved with Harry Winston’s initials, located on the exterior of the movement.

The Midnight Minute Repeater has an excentered time indication, iconic arches, and a diamond adorning the hollowed window. The sophisticated timepiece strikes hours with different tones for hours, quarter hours, and minutes, “marrying supreme technical and musical accuracy.”

This refined creation is available at the Harry Winston Boutique at DLF Emporio, New Delhi.

Striking different notes

Twinkling Xmas Line

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Swarovski unveils its eclectic winter collection this year, which focusses on the themes of solidarity and

togetherness, and comforting customs. The collection draws inspiration from a dreamlike, poetic world, and thus includes vibrant colours in shades of red, gold and silver in its jewellery, fashion accessories and decorative pieces.

In its crystal collection Swarovski includes tress, stars, winter squirrel and snowman among others.

“Hot” – the new limited edition collection of jewellery

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is “opulent and sumptuous.” The line has been created to turn heads. The necklace from this collection is made up of four strands of crystals ranging from deep red to beautifully pure clear crystal. The same colouring has also been applied to the chandelier-style earrings, which bring a touch of sparkle to your outfit.

The “Hemisphere” collection presents timeless beauties, the eye-catching openwork design adding a contemporary finish. A pendant, earrings and bangle complete this look.

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The Nirvana Must-Haves

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Predicting the seasonal trends, Nirvana Diamond Jewellery presents the four

must-haves for a woman. First on the list is a monochrome Temptation Ring crafted with black and white diamonds. Perfect for party wear, the ring spells class and elegance. Ideal for office wear, the baalis (hoops) are understated but incorporate the glam factor. Misaki earrings are an amalgamation diamonds and pearls which spell romance and femininity. The earrings light up any attire that it is paired with and lends the woman an air of elegance.

Mystique is an extravagant line of diamonds and white gold featuring geometrical shapes. The trendy line doubles up as daily wear and is just right for a special outing in the evening. Available at Nirvana Diamond Jewellery stores and counters across India, the range starts from Rs. 5,000 ($110) onwards.

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Imagem brings the world’s most recognised and favourite Walt Disney characters in Disney Jewels

collection. Now available in Mumbai, the delicate Disney line crafted in gold and diamonds will touch a chord with children. Imagem, in collaboration with actor Suchitra Pillai, invited select people to celebrate the launch of ‘Disney Jewels’ at Notandas Jewellers.

The collection consists of pendants, earrings, rings and bracelets bearing the motifs of Disney stars such as Winnie the Pooh, Tinkerbell and Mickey and friends.

While Disney Jewels currently retails through over 40 stores across India, this is the first time it is available in Mumbai. With prices ranging between Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 15,000 ($40-$320), Imagem’s Disney range will be sold at Notandas Jewellers.

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orra’s relationship Collection

To celebrate eternal love, Orra – The Diamond Destination introduced Orra’s

Platinum Couples Collection with elaborate bridal rings accented with solitaires.

The set of complementary His and Her rings signify the grandeur of a wedding, and the mounted solitaires stand for love that is far superior to anything else in the world. Each ring is designed at Orra’s global design centres in New York, Antwerp, Hong Kong, Tokyo and Mumbai.

Vijay Jain, chief executive officer of Orra says, “Orra’s Platinum Couples rings are symbolic of unison of two souls, just like that of the rare metal platinum with our stunning Belgian diamonds. The rings are ideal for engagements and anniversaries. Our new launch, the bridal collection - is perfect as a wedding ring, to cherish that beautiful memory for a lifetime. The sparkle of the solitaire is a perfect match for the glow that the bride exudes on her wedding day.”

The rings, priced from Rs. 25,000 ($535) onwards, are available at all 30 Orra boutiques across the country.

Wedding Collection from PGI

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The Platinum Guild of India showcased its recent

exquisite wedding collection for the young and trendy brides and grooms. Platinum is considered 30 times rarer than gold, and is versatile in terms of designs, wearability and has a naturally white luster. The collection is available at over 300 PGI-authorized outlets retailing platinum jewellery in the country.

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Matt-finished platinum long fan earring tastefully encrusted with 96 pave set diamonds, priced between Rs. 70, 000 and Rs 1,75,000 ($1,500-3,754)Designer: Shrenuj & Co Ltd

Necklace with a delicate leaf motifs studded with diamonds is priced at Rs 175,000- Rs 280,000 ($3,754-6,005)Designer: Shrenuj & Co Ltd

Satin finished platinum Love Bands™ studded on the edges with 0.23cts diamonds for her and 0.36cts for him. The bands are priced below Rs. 70,000 ($1,500)Designer: Gili India ltd

Spiral diamond-studded pendant accented with 40 diamonds is priced below Rs 70,000 ($1,500).Designer: Josh Jewels India Pvt Ltd

Platinum solitaire ring holding a 0.99ct diamond in a prong setting is priced between Rs. 70,000- Rs. 175,000 ($ 1,500-3,754)Designer: Josh Jewels India Pvt Ltd

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tanishq Has an ear For Style!

Let your ears do the talking! And Tanishq will help you to do that with its new eclectic collection of

fashion earrings. The line ‘Conversations’ includes hoops, long

danglers and fancy studs in gold and diamonds especially designed for the season of weddings. The collection embodies convolution through the intricate designs and workmanship.

Speaking about the launch of the collection, Sangeeta Dewan, head Design Studio, Tanishq comments, “Earrings are small but they are an important part of every woman’s outfit and styling. The small things usually matter the most, and therefore a detail such as earrings could be crucial for the individual’s overall fashion expression. With our newly launched ‘Conversations’ range we have actually attempted to create a fashion impact through only the earrings. As fashion styles moved through decades, styles of earrings changed too. In line with that transformation, this exclusive range includes all the variations starting from the hoops, long danglers, fancy studs to the classy and trendy picks for today’s fashion conscious women.’’

The range is priced at Rs. 15,000 ($320) onwards, and is available at Tanishq boutiques across India.

Renowned Mumbai jeweller Jaipur Gems unveiled an extremely beautiful collection

of ruby and diamond earrings designed in unusual patterns which highlight finesse and charm.

Integrating fashion and art, the mesmerizing floral motifs are dominated with rich, alluring Burmese rubies, and sprinkled with diamonds to add an ageless appeal to the collection. Seen here are two stunning patterns – a pair of floral earrings studded with rubies in invisible setting and diamond clusters in the centre; and white gold tulip-shaped ruby earrings cupping an array of round, pear and marquise shaped diamonds. The collection is available at the firm’s three stores in Mumbai, Chennai and Coimbatore.

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Enlightened Swarovski’s Chic Timepieces

Watch out for these elegant and designer luxury timepieces crafted for Enlightened™- Swarovski Elements by some of the best international

designers, including India’s renowned jewellery designer Pallavi Dudeja Foley. Incorporating precious, semi precious and created stones into the designs, Foley has contributed to the Enlightened™- Swarovski Elements Watch Inspirations brochure, by crafting some of the most contemporary and appealing watches.

Foley has developed nine different concepts namely, Linear, Maharaja, Paisley, Luminous, Within, Circlex, Starlight, Trio and Fragment.

“Designing for the future is a phenomenal creative experience. Depicting what I envision could be the trend in the future is something that has always excited me. All of the nine watches that I have designed for this special project are in 18 karat white or yellow gold,” reveals Foley, adding,

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“I have looked at new ways of wearing a watch and expressing time. In many of my designs India is expressed through a mango motif or a miniature painting. But not all my inspirations have come from India. Today, we are living in a nomadic world and we are all global nomads. Easy travel, internet and the other media has brought the world closer than ever before making designers express their culture in a global way. An example of this can be seen through my designs.”

Foley’s favourite innovation is the new special Trilight cut, which she has used in three jewelled watches namely “Starlight, Trio and Fragment”. The other is the Round Star cut, which she has used in watch designs titled “Within, Luminous and Paisley”. For “Circlex” the designer has used

round cabochon stones. The “Maharaja and Linear” watches use the Baguette Step cut.

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The Million Dollar Shoe

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What happens when three major players put their heads together? The results can be amazing

and indigenous. Renowned American women’s shoe designer Stuart Weitzman collaborated with Platinum Guild International and Kwiat Diamonds to craft a “Million Dollar” one-of-a-kind platinum shoe adorned with 464 Kwiat diamonds on a platinum mesh frame.

Stuart Weitzman was honored by the Spanish government with a country postage stamp featuring his very first “Million Dollar Platinum Shoe” for use in all Spanish territories. The stamp bears Weitzman’s name and is adorned with his memorable Hollywood red carpet creation shoe.

Weitzman was feted during an event marking the 50th anniversary of the internationalization of the Spanish shoe industry held at the National Shoe Museum in Elda, Spain. Elda is a city with a long and fascinating history and is often referred to as Spain’s shoe-making capital and where Weitzman’s factories have been located for the past 37 years.

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Mumbai-based designer Rina Mehta unveils “Extraordinaire”, a collection which

embodies the rich heritage of both the Moghul and Nizam eras. Drawing inspiration from her numerous travels, this collection also reflects influences from Turkish and Moroccan designs, Tanjore paintings and incorporates elements from Tuscany and Casablanca.

“I am an ardent believer of handmade jewellery which is not mass produced or reproduced. The Indian craftsmen excel in this work and their love for design and creation transforms pieces of metal and stone into works of art. A piece of jewellery should be a genuine reflection of artistry and skill,” says Mehta.

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