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Aukera LGD Jewellery launches two new stores in NCR
Aukera, one of India’s leading lab-grown diamond jewellery brands, has forayed into North India with two new stores in Gurugram and Noida. With this milestone, Aukera now has ten operational stores across Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and the National Capital Region (NCR), reflecting the brand’s steady rise and growing influence in the lab-grown diamond jewellery market.
The newly launched stores are strategically located at Good Earth Mall, Sector 50, Gurugram, and Wave One Mall, Sector 18, Noida, covering 1,500 sq. ft. and 2,000 sq. ft. respectively. In line with Aukera’s retail aesthetics, the stores seamlessly reflect the brand’s ethos of elegance, sophistication and contemporary with minimalistic decor allowing the jewellery to take centre stage. The store offers a well curated collection of solitaire engagement rings, bridal sets, necklaces, earrings, as well as the brand’s signature line “Echoes of Choice” and its recently launched Akshaya Tritiya special Infinity Diamond collection featuring a ‘no dosham’ diamond for prosperity and good luck.

Speaking at the launch, Lisa Mukhedkar, Founder and CEO of Aukera, said, “Expanding in North region is a key strategic priority for our brand. NCR is a vibrant community of trendsetters and home to a style forward audience that appreciates both tradition and innovation. We are proud to showcase our craftsmanship, unique designs, and high-quality lab-grown diamonds in this region through curated product lines that blend style, sophistication, and quality. With ambitious expansion plans, we aim to rapidly grow our network of stores in Delhi NCR, carving out a niche for ourselves in this dynamic market.”
North India is very important part of the jewellery market and crucial from a growth perspective. With its large, jewellery, conscious population and deep-rooted cultural connection to celebratory adornment, the market offers immense potential for meaningful customer engagement. Moreover, the city’s reputation as a hub for luxury and lifestyle makes it an ideal location for a brand like Aukera, which blends modern sensibilities with timeless elegance. The new stores in NCR are designed to offer customers a unique shopping experience and underscore the brand’s emphasis on authenticity with global standard certification from IGI ensuring the highest standards of authenticity and quality.
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Tiffany & Co. Unveils Blue Book 2026 ‘Hidden Garden’ In A Spectacular New York Showcase
A Star-Studded Evening at the Park Avenue Armory Celebrates Nature-Inspired High Jewellery, Reimagining the Legacy of Jean Schlumberger Through Rare Gemstones and Contemporary Artistry.
Tiffany & Co. unveiled its Blue Book 2026: Hidden Garden collection with an elegant, star-studded evening at the iconic Park Avenue Armory. The event brought together an impressive guest list, including Teyana Taylor, Connor Storrie, Naomi Watts, Amanda Seyfried, Gabrielle Union, Dwayne Wade, Rosé, Gretty Lee, and Mariah Carey, who also delivered a special performance during the evening.
The showcase unfolded as a seamless blend of jewellery, fashion, and immersive storytelling. Models presented the collection dressed in creations by Sarah Burton for Givenchy, set against a lush indoor garden concept that mirrored the inspiration behind the collection. Guests were treated to a curated dining experience surrounded by abundant floral installations, enhancing the atmosphere of an enchanted garden brought to life.



At the heart of the collection lies the creative vision of Nathalie Verdeille, Senior Vice President and Chief Artistic Officer of High Jewellery. Building on the legacy of Jean Schlumberger, the collection revisits his fascination with nature, translating elements like blossoms, butterflies, birds, and grasshoppers into intricate high jewellery pieces adorned with extraordinary gemstones. The garden, long a source of inspiration for Schlumberger, is reimagined here with renewed vibrancy and detail.
Among the standout highlights are new interpretations of the iconic Bird on a Rock motif, a design synonymous with Schlumberger’s legacy. These pieces now appear in vivid new colourways, perched atop stones such as chrysoprase and aquamarine, forming part of a suite that includes a necklace with a convertible brooch, bracelet, earrings, and ring. Alongside this, the Butterfly chapter captures movement and delicacy through diamond-studded wings, while the Bee chapter draws from the historic Two Bees ring, presenting bold new designs with honeycomb-inspired structures and a striking internally flawless diamond exceeding 10 carats.

The narrative continues with the reintroduction of the Paradise Bird, a rare motif originally conceived in 1962. This year’s interpretation sees the design evolve into vibrant new creations set on striking gemstones, featuring a rich palette of turquoise, emeralds, sapphires, and tsavorites. These pieces echo Schlumberger’s fascination with the natural world, shaped by his travels and personal experiences, including time spent at his home in Guadalupe.
The choice of venue added another layer of meaning to the evening. The Park Avenue Armory shares a historic connection with the maison, as Louis C. Tiffany was commissioned in 1881 to design parts of the Armory, including the Silver Room and Historic Veterans Room. This heritage connection underscored the brand’s ability to bridge past and present seamlessly.
With Blue Book 2026: Hidden Garden, Tiffany & Co. not only celebrates its rich design heritage but also pushes creative boundaries, transforming nature’s fleeting beauty into enduring high jewellery masterpieces that feel both timeless and distinctly contemporary.
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