JCK jewellery trend forecast: Spring Highlights by Randi Molofsky

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April 9, 2025

Randi Molofsky, JCK’s jewelry director and founder of For Future Reference, outlines five emerging jewelry trends shaping the industry in 2024:

Gold Alternatives & Modularity
Soaring gold prices are prompting designers to explore two-tone metals and non-gold materials like beads, leather, and cords. There’s a shift toward modular jewelry—especially pendants sold separately—allowing consumers to mix and match with their preferred chains.
The Rise of Red
Red gemstones, including rubies, carnelian, and malaya garnet, are gaining popularity—both in contemporary and vintage jewelry. Inspired in part by interior design’s “pop of red” trend, these vibrant stones are making bold statements in designer pieces.
Symbolism & Texture
Cosmic motifs, especially zodiac-themed designs, are everywhere. Additionally, rope and woven textures are trending, with pieces that mimic handwoven or textile-inspired aesthetics—adding artisanal appeal.
Gem-Focused Cocktail Rings
Oversized rings featuring standout gemstones are in vogue, with minimal emphasis on the setting. Pastel shades, bicolor tourmalines, and lighter-hued stones are favored for both their beauty and cost-effectiveness.
Brooches Make a Comeback
Once red carpet staples, brooches are finding new life in daily wear. Stylists and consumers alike are embracing brooches worn creatively—on hair, belts, or accessories—making them versatile statement pieces.

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Indian Consulate In New York Hosts India-USA Virtual Jewellery Exhibition; Facilitated By GJEPC

The Exhibition Brought Together 35 Indian Companies, Many Of Them Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Offering US Buyers An Opportunity To Explore Indian Jewellery Collections and Establish Direct Business Connections.

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October 26, 2026

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The Consulate General of India in New York, in collaboration with the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), organised the India-USA Virtual Exhibition on Gems & Jewellery on 23 October 2026, connecting Indian exporters with American buyers through a digital platform.

The inaugural ceremony featured welcome remarks by Ambassador HE . Binaya S. Pradhan, Consul General of India in New York, an inaugural address by Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, and closing remarks by Rajlakshmi Kadam, Consul (Trade), Consulate General of India, New York.

The exhibition brought together 35 Indian companies, many of them micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), offering US buyers an opportunity to explore Indian jewellery collections and establish direct business connections. The event was designed to help exporters reach new customers and develop partnerships in one of India’s most important markets.

Addressing participants, Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, highlighted the importance of the US market, which accounted for around 30% of India’s gem and jewellery exports, worth nearly US$10 billion, in FY2024-25. He noted that tariff uncertainty had affected trade significantly, with India’s gem and jewellery exports to the US falling by more than 44% between April and December 2025.

However, trade has begun to recover. Between April and September 2026, India’s gem and jewellery exports to the US grew nearly 6% year-on-year to almost US$3 billion, compared with US$2.77 billion in the corresponding period of 2025.

Kirit Bhansali also referred to progress on the proposed India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement, expressing hope that it would provide greater clarity and predictability for exporters and buyers once its terms are finalised.

With the US holiday season approaching, followed by Valentine’s Day and retailers’ sourcing plans for 2027, he urged American buyers to explore India’s manufacturing capabilities across diamonds, coloured gemstones and gold jewellery. He also encouraged buyers to engage directly with participating MSMEs, highlighting their skills, flexibility and ability to meet varied sourcing requirements.