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IIJS Premiere 2023:world’s second largest GJ show
Nearly 45,000 visitors expected, 1,850+ exhibitors,
The world’s second largest gem & jewellery fair, IIJS Premiere 2023 will be held concurrently at JIO World Convention Centre (JWCC) Bandra Kurla Complex from 3rd to 7th August 2023 (Thursday-Monday); and at Bombay Exhibition Centre, NESCO, Goregaon East from 4th to 8th August 2023 (Friday-Tuesday) in Mumbai.
IIJS Premiere 2023 will witness the GJ industry’s biggest gathering of domestic and international buyers, and serve as the primary platform for Indian jewellery manufacturers to network with retailers, enabling both segments to gain insight into product design and demand trends.
As of 31 July, 42,000 visitors including international visitors (including global buyers) from 80+ countries and 800+ cities of India visiting the 39th edition of IIJS Premiere.
IIJS Premiere 2023 will have 1,850+ exhibitors, 3,250+ stalls spread over 70,000+ sq. mtrs of exhibition area.
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TRENDS @ SSI DELHI 3RD EDITION
Tradition and innovation aren’t mutually exclusive — they’re partners
Marketplace balancing heritage storytelling with the practical demands of a market hungry for lightweight, high-quality pieces.
The silver jewellery and articles industry continues to prove that tradition and innovation aren’t mutually exclusive — they’re partners. At SSI Delhi 3rd Edition
it pushes brands to reach new heights in design and craftsmanship, this season’s showcase revealed a marketplace balancing heritage storytelling with the practical demands of a market hungry for lightweight, high-quality pieces.
Shift to Lightweight
High gold prices are driving strong demand for lightweight silver pieces that retain a substantial, premium look without heavy grammage.
Optimistic Retail Sentiment
Retailers are actively acquiring inventory across both heritage temple designs and modern fashion-forward categories in anticipation of positive market momentum.
Hybrid Craftsmanship & Surface Finishes
Brands are blending classical techniques (Kundan, Nakash, Meenakari) with contemporary plating finishes like Black Rhodium and Rose Gold.
Diversification Beyond Jewelry
High-art silverware, sacred sculptures, novelty keepsakes, and men’s/teen wear are creating new, high-margin retail categories.
Threading through every collection was a clear market signal: demand for high-quality, lightweight jewelry is surging, driven largely by rising precious metal prices pushing consumers and retailers alike toward silver as a smart, elegant alternative.
Retailers on the floor were notably willing to pay a premium for innovation and quality — a sign that the market is rewarding craftsmanship rather than just chasing volume.
The mood among buyers was cautiously optimistic. There’s real hope that this season’s positive sentiment isn’t a one-off spike but the start of sustained momentum that carries on till the festive season and beyond.
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