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2026 THE ROAD AHEAD: Next year will see steady gold prices, increased momentum in silver, consumers will focus on personalization and innovation
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JewelBuzz spoke to a cross-section of industry and trade leaders to gaze into the crystal ball and reveal what 2026 holds for the jewellery sector. he jewellery industry is gearing up for a decisive shift in 2026, with leaders across the sector forecasting a year defined by value resets, consumer intention, cultural depth and design innovation.
The defining themes for 2026 point to an industry shaped by steady gold prices and stronger momentum in silver, particularly within contemporary designs. Consumers are becoming increasingly intentional, personalized in their tastes, ethically aware and deeply connected to cultural identity.

Modest gold appreciation and more volatile silver are expected. Retailers offering transparency, traceability and flexible finance will win, as manufacturing adopts precision machinery and designers collaborate with technology for globally competitive collections. Joy Jain , Director, Padmavati Chains & Jewels Pvt. Ltd. highlights a balance of tradition and innovation and says lightweight gold demand will rise.
For Chetan Thadeshwar Chairman & MD, Shringar House of Mangalsutra Ltd, 2026 strengthens the cultural core of jewellery—especially Mangalsutras. Brides will seek designs that honour tradition yet offer daily comfort.


According to Manoj Jha MD, Kamakhya Jewels Limited, 2026 will be a year of refined innovation.
Gold should stay steady to mildly higher, with silver gaining industrial and investment traction Khushboo Ranawat Director, SwarnShilp Chains & Jewellers Pvt Ltd says Gold and silver remain steady with slight upward bias. Younger consumers will embrace everyday luxury, ethical sourcing and transparency.


Heritage-led jewellery and personalised craftsmanship will outshine mass retail. Yash Agarwal Creative Director, Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas Jewellers expects 2026 to push the industry toward minimal luxury—fewer pieces, but with deeper emotional and asset value.
Sankesh Surana, Partner,Sankesh Surana Studio says consumers will choose pieces grounded in craftsmanship, storytelling and responsible sourcing.


The jewellery industry is gearing up for a decisive shift in 2026, with leaders across the sector forecasting a year defined by value resets, consumer intention, cultural depth and design innovation.Vandana Mahesh Jagwani Creative Director, Mahesh Notandass & Founder,Vandals predicts a fundamental reset: 2026 will see jewellery move from “material worship” to meaning, story and identity. Lab-grown diamonds will accelerate into the mainstream, powered by transparency, design freedom and smart pricing.







Design directions will favour lightweight luxury, heirloom-inspired pieces, mixed diamond shapes and elevated daily-wear styling. On the business front, digitization, faster design and production cycles, advanced manufacturing and compelling brand storytelling will drive competitiveness. Ultimately, the winners will be brands that seamlessly blend creativity, authenticity and operational excellence.
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Jewellery-Inspired Eyewear Emerges As Fashion’s Latest Luxury Statement
Crystal embellishments, sculptural silhouettes and gemstone-inspired details are redefining luxury eyewear as collectible fashion accessories.
Jewellery-inspired eyewear is emerging as one of fashion’s biggest trends, with luxury sunglasses becoming statement accessories that go far beyond sun protection. Designed with crystal embellishments, sculptural silhouettes and jewellery-inspired detailing, these pieces are transforming everyday looks into standout style statements.
From weddings and brunches to holidays, race days and special occasions, statement eyewear is becoming an essential fashion investment. More than just accessories, these designs are meant to spark conversations, complement personal style and elevate any outfit.


Among the standout names driving this trend is Gentle Monster, whose Bijou De 02 from its 2025 Jewelry Collection features an oval silver-metal frame inspired by precious jewellery. The collection reimagines eyewear as wearable jewellery with intricate structural detailing, making each piece both a fashion accessory and a design object.

Swarovski continues to elevate crystal-studded eyewear with its Mask Shape SK7024, inspired by the brand’s Hyperbola jewellery family. The wraparound design incorporates flowing silver-tone curves adorned with round- and square-cut crystals, reflecting Swarovski’s signature approach to crystal craftsmanship.

Indian designer Bhavya Ramesh brings handcrafted artistry into eyewear with the Hysteria Sunglasses, featuring sterling silver, tribal-inspired metalwork, brass ghungroos and intricate handcrafted detailing by Jaipur artisans. The design celebrates India’s jewellery-making traditions while offering a bold contemporary aesthetic.


Hellcat Eyewear’s Red Hand Sunglasses embrace the growing trend of sculptural, jewellery-inspired frames with bold artistic detailing, reflecting fashion’s shift towards statement eyewear that doubles as wearable art.
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