Lugano Jewelry, the US luxury jewellery house recognised for its high jewellery collections and distinctive one-of-a-kind designs, has entered a new chapter following its acquisition by investment firm Middle West Partners and a group of the brand’s longstanding clients. Completed on 30 September 2026, the transaction follows Lugano’s restructuring and court-supervised asset sale process. The…
Armenian jewellery designers worldwide can compete for a chance to showcase their work at GemGenève 2027. Discover eligibility requirements, deadlines, and how to apply.
Mumbai, October, 2026: ZOYA, the luxury jewellery atelier from the Tata Group, unveils Her Again, a new High Jewellery collection that reinterprets one of India’s most enduring cultural languages, its spices – through ZOYA’s distinctive design lens. Drawing from the rituals and memories that connect us to our past, the collection explores the intimate journey…
The Graduation and Award Ceremony 2026 recognised academic achievement while highlighting technology-enabled jewellery innovation and contemporary interpretations of traditional design. Key Highlights The next generation of India’s gems and jewellery professionals took an important step forward as the Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ), Mumbai, celebrated the graduation of 79 students at its Graduation…
The 14th Delhi Jewellery & Gem Fair, to convene 650+ exhibitors, 3,000+ brands, 150,000+ designs and 30,000+ jewellery trade professionals Spread across five halls, DJGF 2026 will spotlight an exclusive Silver Pavilion, the largest Machinery Hall, Artisan Zone, Jewellery Retail Symposium, Retail Jewellery Guild Awards, Shakti Awards, Power of Young Awards, Jewellery Manufacturers Icons and much…
Bernhard Schobinger and Dorothea Prühl came to jewelry from opposite sides of a divided Europe. Schobinger came of age in Switzerland’s postwar avant-garde, while Prühl developed her practice in East Germany, first as a designer and later as an influential teacher at the art school in Halle where she had trained. In 1962, the year…
The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) will mark its 100th anniversary with the unveiling of two original artworks by Canadian visual artist and jewellery designer Reena Ahluwalia during the opening day of the 2026 CIBJO Congress in Vicenza, Italy. Scheduled for September 4, alongside Vicenzaoro, the presentation will introduce two works created specifically to commemorate CIBJO’s…
Key Highlights The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) and the All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) have launched the second edition of GEMLEAD Focus 2026, a four-day residential executive leadership programme designed to prepare the next generation of India’s jewellery entrepreneurs and family business leaders. The programme, which runs from August 31…
Commerce Secretary Shri Rajesh Agrawal calls for greater value addition, innovation, design and global branding as India charts a roadmap to quadruple gems and jewellery exports. Key Highlights India has set an ambitious target of taking its gems and jewellery exports to USD 100 billion by 2040, with the Government and industry identifying value addition,…
Key Highlights The new diamond brooch collection celebrates professional identity, achievement and the dedication behind professions including medicine, law and accountancy. Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds has unveiled Powermark, an exclusive collection of diamond brooches created to celebrate the pride, dedication and achievements of professionals including doctors, Chartered Accountants and lawyers. The collection was launched during…
NJA’26 will recognise excellence across jewellery design, craftsmanship, manufacturing, retail, branding and innovation, with entries open until 22 August. Key Highlights The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) has opened entries for the 15th edition of the National Jewellery Awards (NJA’26), inviting jewellers, designers, women entrepreneurs and students from across India to participate…
Today, we’re going to look at the next 5 ethical jewelry designers of Beaumont Jewelry Collective! That’s right, Part 2 of my Beaumont Jewelry Collective feature is finally here.
With a new experiential boutique and the exclusive launch of D’orica’s 999 Mode Gold collection, Goldheart is redefining what modern luxury jewellery can look and feel like. For generations, pure gold has symbolised prosperity, heritage, and lasting value. While those qualities remain timeless, today’s jewellery lovers are seeking pieces that fit seamlessly into modern life…
An A-to-Z edit of the standout high jewellery collections unveiled during July 2026 Paris Haute Couture Week, with my favourite jewel from each Maison.
Key Highlights Strengthening access to professional gemstone and jewellery certification services, IIGJ Lab, a project of the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), has inaugurated a new Collection Centre at the premises of the Jewellers Association of Jaipur in Johari Bazar. The initiative is aimed at making internationally recognised gemstone, diamond, pearl and jewellery testing…
