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GJS Diwali ends on a successful note; receive an overwhelming response
The jewellery industry’s most premium B2B Expo, #HumaraApnaShow, India Gem and Jewellery Show (GJS), was organized by the apex industry body, the All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), from 30th September 2023 to 3rd October 2023, at the prestigious Jio Convention Centre, Mumbai. The four-day event was inaugurated by the honourable Governor of Maharashtra, Shri Ramesh Bais, and was attended by over 400 exhibitors, with over 800 stalls, 250 international guests, and more than 10,000 visitors.
The glittering ceremony also coincided with IDT Gemological Laboratories Worldwide presenting the gems and jewellery sector’s most important networking evening, GJS Nite, on 30th September 2023. This event helped provide a platform for professionals and newcomers in the jewellery industry to network and build relationships with established industry leaders and experts. The sparkling GJS Nite also featured several glamorous celebrities like Soha Ali Khan, Saiee Manjrekar, Shazahn Padamse, Ridhima Pandit walking the ramp to showcase leading jewellery brands. The GJS Nite event highlighted trending jewellery items, which remained the topmost attraction of the event.
In a memorable occasion for innovative jewellers who have truly made a difference in the industry, GJC organized industry’s biggest award show, National Jewellery Awards (NJA) – to honour leaders of all sectors throughout the jewellery value chain. The 12th edition of NJA awarded several jewellery entrepreneurs across all categories to encourage recipients for a better future ahead.
Shri Saiyam Mehra, Chairman, GJC, and Convener, GJS stated, “With the successful organization of GJS Diwali Edition 2023, we are convinced that it has become the industry’s biggest and widest expo. Our premium B2B expo proudly involves all sectors of the industry and provides a platform to discover new designs and provide better reach to exhibitors and visitors.
GJS has generated a business of 25 tonnes in gold jewellery and an overall business of Rs 18000 crores which includes Couture, Loose stones, Diamonds, and Machinery section.
We thank all the guests for visiting and exhibiting in our Diwali Edition and we urge the industry players to be a part of our upcoming editions. We also thank our sponsors, partners, delegates, and associates who cooperated with us to make the GJS Diwali Edition such a remarkable event. It was a wonderful experience for all of us.”
Shri Rajesh Rokde, Vice-Chairman, GJC, and Co-Convener, GJS said, “GJS is appreciated and encouraged for its role in stimulating networking and business growth. Nurturing creativity and craftsmanship, and providing networking opportunities,is the core objective of GJS. We heartily thank all our visitors and exhibitors for being a part of and making the GJS Diwali Edition a success.
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Kushals Fashion Jewellery Launches Navratri & Durga Puja Jewellery Collections
Designed To Complement The Colours, Rituals and Celebrations Of The Season, The Collections Offer Statement Pieces As Well As Versatile Styles That Seamlessly Transition From Traditional Festivities To Contemporary Festive Dressing.
As the festive season unfolds, Kushals brings the spirit of celebration to life with two specially curated modern jewellery collections inspired by the traditions and aesthetics of Navratri and Durga Puja. Blending Indian craftsmanship with contemporary design sensibilities, the festive edits bring together the grandeur of Kundan and Zircon jewellery for Navratri, and the rich, heritage-inspired appeal of Antique jewellery for Durga Puja.
Designed to complement the colours, rituals and celebrations of the season, the collections offer statement pieces as well as versatile styles that seamlessly transition from traditional festivities to contemporary festive dressing.
Navratri Collection: Kundan & Zircon
The Royal Kundan Set features a handcrafted Kundan choker with intricate gold toned framing, polki inspired stones, deep green emerald-toned drops and subtle Meenakari detailing. The set is complemented by statement chandelier Jhumkas, a matching Maang Tikka, bold Kundan Kadas and textured bangles with red and green bead accents. The pieces pair naturally with embroidered chaniya cholis, Bandhani lehengas and festive silk silhouettes.
For a more contemporary festive look, Zircon set (American Diamond) features layered and choker-style necklaces with pastel blush pink and mint green coloured stones, finished in rose-gold and rhodium tones. Cluster studs, drop earrings, statement Zircon rings and flexible cuffs add high-shine glamour with a modern, versatile appeal. These pieces can be styled with Indo-western ensembles, crop-top and skirt combinations or contemporary Garba-night looks.
The Navratri collection is priced from Rs 1,050 onwards, with key pieces including Kundan Maangtika at Rs 1,050, Finger Rings at Rs 1,200, Kundan Earrings at Rs 3,900, Zircon Necklace Sets at Rs 6,800 and Bangles at Rs 6,600.
Durga Puja Collection: Antique Jewellery
For Durga Puja, Kushals draws from the appeal of Antique jewellery, bringing traditional Indian motifs into festive dressing.
The collection features Antique Gold-finish neckpieces with vintage-inspired textures and intricate motifs including peacocks, floral vines. Accented with pearl, ruby and emerald-green coloured details, the pieces bring a rich traditional character to festive looks. The collection features Kadas, bangle stacks, pearl chokers and statement antique rings.
Designed for the spirit of Puja celebrations, these pieces pair effortlessly with traditional Taant, Garad Bengali sarees, and richly textured festive ensembles, making them suited for occasions from Anjali and Sandhi Puja to family gatherings and festive evenings.
The Durga Puja collection is priced from Rs 1,380 onwards, with key pieces including Antique Bangles at Rs 1,380, Earrings at Rs 1,600 and Necklaces at Rs 3,800.
With these two festive edits, Kushals brings together heritage-inspired jewellery and contemporary fashion, offering versatile pieces that allow consumers to style the season’s celebrations in their own way.
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