By Invitation
25 years of crafting stories in jewellery
By Poonam Manek Founder and Creative Director- Aaradhaya creations
For over 25 years, I’ve had the privilege of living and breathing the world of jewellery — not just as an art form, but as an ever-evolving expression of emotion, culture, and business. My journey has taken me through every layer of this glittering industry: from understanding consumer desires to transforming insights into designs, concepts, and ultimately, brands that resonate.
Throughout my journey, I’ve worked across product development, market research, storytelling, and brand building & business development — discovering how art, analytics, and emotion can come together to create jewellery that truly connects with its audience.
The Art and Science Behind Every Jewel
Jewellery creation is often seen purely as a design process, but I’ve always believed it’s a blend of art, analytics, and emotion. A truly successful collection doesn’t just shine; it connects. Over the years, I’ve honed my expertise by integrating market research, sales analytics, and storytelling into every stage of product development.
- Market Research: Understanding shifting consumer preferences — from regional tastes to global trends — has been the cornerstone of every design direction I’ve taken.
- Sales Analytics: Sales data tells a story of its own. By studying what works and why, I’ve been able to transform numbers into creative inspiration.
- Concept Creation & Storytelling: Every collection must tell a story. Whether it’s inspired by heritage, nature, or modern minimalism, a clear narrative gives jewellery its soul.
This integrated approach has helped me develop collections that not only appeal aesthetically but also perform commercially — a balance that’s often challenging in this industry.
A New Chapter: aaradhaya creations – innovate ideate create
After decades of working with leading jewellery houses, I realized a common challenge and growing need across the industry: most companies struggle with structured product development and brand storytelling. Many manufacturers and retailers had a gap of understanding and creating a product line to bridge creativity with market relevance.
That realization inspired me to start my own product development firm — aaradhaya Creations, built on the pillars of innovation, ideation, and creation. Our mission is to help jewellery businesses thrive by transforming insights into impactful designs and meaningful brands along with helping jewellery businesses strengthen their product and brand identity.
We aim to:
- Develop collections rooted in research and market relevance
- Build compelling brand stories that differentiate in crowded markets
- Create stronger alignment between design, marketing, and sales teams
In today’s market, where trends evolve rapidly and consumers demand authenticity, a thoughtful approach to design and branding is no longer optional — it’s essential.
Staying Ahead in a Competitive Market
The jewellery industry is facing an unprecedented wave of competition and change. To stay ahead, brands must go beyond design excellence and build emotional and cultural relevance.
- Competition Demands Differentiation: In an increasingly crowded market, success belongs to those who can stay one step ahead — by combining creativity with strategy, data with intuition, and tradition with innovation. aaradhaya creations helps brands shape unique product and brand identities that stand apart.
- Evolving Customer Needs: Today’s customers buy not just for adornment but for moments — celebrations, achievements, and emotions. Understanding these buying moments and creating collections that align with them is key to driving loyalty and sustained growth.
- Market Shaping and Future Trends: The jewellery market is being reshaped by shifts in demand, sustainability consciousness, and digital transformation. Our approach blends analytics, storytelling, and foresight to help brands stay ahead of these changes.
Building the Future: Mentoring the Next Generation
As I look to the future, my aspiration extends beyond brand building. I envision creating an institutional platform — a space where knowledge, creativity, and strategy come together to mentor young talent entering the world of jewellery creation.
The industry’s future depends on nurturing new designers, thinkers, and storytellers who understand both the craft and the commerce of jewellery. Through structured learning, hands-on exposure, and mentorship, I aim to pass on the experience and insights I’ve gathered over the past 25 years to empower the next generation of jewellery professionals.
The Vision AheadMy mission is simple: to elevate the jewellery industry by bridging creativity with strategy — and by fostering a culture of learning and innovation. Through aaradhaya creations – innovate ideate create., I aim to empower brands and young talents alike to think beyond ornamentation and focus on meaningful creation — jewellery that tells stories, builds connections, and stands the test of time.
By Invitation
The Great Jewellery Retail Reset: Are You Ready for What’s Coming Next?
By Shivaram A,Retail Business Mentor
As gold prices fluctuate and customer mindsets evolve, the jewellery retail business stands at a turning point. Those who adapt with guidance will thrive — others may struggle to stay relevant.
Over the last year, jewellers across India have been living through a storm of uncertainty. Gold rates have risen, fallen, and risen again — shaking customer confidence and confusing buying behaviour. While many stores reported higher sales values during festive months, the actual number of pieces sold told a different story.
Customers were walking in — but walking out with fewer items. The same budgets, smaller volumes. The emotional connect with gold remained, but the buying intent was changing quietly beneath the surface.
A Shift in Buying Behaviour: Lighter, Smarter, More Selective
Jewellery, once seen as a long-term investment, is now also viewed through the lens of practicality and personal style. The younger buyer isn’t chasing weight anymore; they’re chasing meaning, design, and comfort.
Heavy necklaces and bangle sets have become slower movers, while rings, earrings, and lightweight chains are finding quick takers. Even as the “value” of inventory rises with gold prices, the “velocity” of sales — how quickly products move — has slowed down.
This creates an illusion of growth on paper but a challenge in reality: slower rotation, tighter margins, and customers whose expectations are changing faster than most jewellers are prepared for.
Two Customers, Two Worlds
At one end are traditional families — loyal, price-conscious, and deeply rooted in their relationship with their family jeweller. At the other end stands the new-age urban customer — salaried, educated, and brand-aware.
This second group is the real disruptor. They don’t see gold as an emergency asset but as an accessory that defines lifestyle. They browse online, compare designs across stores, and choose convenience over custom.
For them, jewellery is fashion — not finance. And that single shift is rewriting the rules of the game.

Competition Is Heating Up
As independent jewellers fight to maintain margins, larger chains are expanding quietly — opening new showrooms, entering Tier 2 and Tier 3 towns, and capturing the very customers smaller stores once depended on.
Adding to the mix are non-jewellery investors and new entrants drawn by the industry’s steady performance compared to other sectors. With over 10,000 new stores expected to open in the next few years, competition will only intensify.
This means the traditional family jeweller can no longer depend solely on legacy, relationships, or word-of-mouth. What’s needed now is strategy, structure, and smarter decision-making — powered by data, training, and mentorship.

Change Is Hard — But Help Is Available
Transitioning from a legacy business model to a modern retail approach isn’t easy. It involves rethinking everything from sales processes to staff mindset, from customer experience to inventory strategy.
But the good news is — you don’t have to do it alone.
Every successful transformation begins with one conversation — a discussion about where you are, what’s changing, and how to move forward one step at a time.
That’s where mentorship makes the difference. A seasoned guide can help you see patterns others miss, avoid expensive mistakes, and build a roadmap that’s realistic and sustainable.

Jewellery retail is evolving — and those who evolve with it will shine brighter in the years ahead.
While change is always tough, it is also necessary. The key is to take it step by step, guided by experience and insight.
If you’re wondering where to start or how to navigate the next phase of your business transformation — let’s talk.
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