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Shilpa Shetty Backs Conscious Luxury: Becomes Investor and Brand Ambassador for Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds

India’s first scaled lab-grown diamond brand doubles down on category leadership, consumer awareness, and purpose-led growth

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1 year ago

August 11, 2025

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Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds, India’s leading, most trusted and fastest-scaling lab-grown diamond jewellery brand, has unveiled its boldest brand campaign yet: “Let’s Get Real” a powerful call to reimagine luxury through the lens of innovation, ethics, and conscious consumption. At the heart of this movement is actor, entrepreneur, and wellness icon Shilpa Shetty, who joins the brand also as a strategic investor.

The campaign signifies a defining moment in the evolution of India’s luxury jewellery landscape. Limelight, with a presence across 50+ stores in 45+ cities, is the first lab-grown diamond brand to scale at a national level pioneering both retail acceptance and consumer education. With

“Let’s Get Real”, Limelight takes a firm stance against outdated narratives and legacy perceptions, positioning itself as the torchbearer of new-age luxury in India.

“Limelight isn’t just participating in the lab-grown diamond category, we’re building it,” said Pooja Sheth Madhavan, Founder and Managing Director, Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds. “As a first mover, we carry the responsibility to lead the shift in how lab grown diamonds are perceived. With an aggressive roadmap to open 100 stores by 2026, we’re scaling both reach and relevance. ‘Let’s Get Real’ calls out traditional myths about luxury and offers a compelling promise of diamonds that shine boldly with a purpose. This campaign is more than marketing; it’s a cultural reset.”

Shilpa Shetty, as the Brand ambassador, lends her voice and credibility to a campaign grounded in mindful luxury. Her entrepreneurial mindset, public commitment to conscious living, and aspirational appeal make her a strategic fit and a firm believer of the movement.

“What drew me to Limelight was the honesty of their story,” said Shilpa Shetty. “Lab-grown diamonds are a smart and a responsible choice. As someone who values authenticity and mindful choices, investing in Limelight felt natural. With ‘Let’s Get Real’, you can wear

something stunning yet meaningful without any compromise. That’s the future of luxury, and I’m proud to help shape it.”

The campaign taps into a powerful consumer truth that the modern Indian woman is increasingly value-driven, informed, and conscious. With sustainability, innovation, and

transparency rising as critical purchase factors, lab-grown diamonds are fast becoming the preferred choice for a new generation of luxury consumers.

“‘Let’s Get Real’ is not a cosmetic line, it’s our core positioning,” said Rupali Shrivastava, Chief Marketing Officer, Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds. “Luxury today is about meaning, not legacy.

Our integrated 360° campaign spans TV, digital, print, OOH, multiplex cinema, influencers, and in-store experiences. It’s backed by deep consumer insight showing strong traction for lab- grown diamonds among young, independent women across India. This is not meant to sit in lockers or wait for occasions. It’s made to be worn every day, everywhere by women who want their diamonds to reflect their values and lifestyle. We are not just responding to this shift, we’re driving it.”

With its uncompromising vision and a brand ambassador who puts belief into action through investment, Limelight is redefining what it means to lead a category. “Let’s Get Real” is not just a campaign it’s a blueprint for the future of luxury in India.

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Jewellery-Inspired Eyewear Emerges As Fashion’s Latest Luxury Statement

Crystal embellishments, sculptural silhouettes and gemstone-inspired details are redefining luxury eyewear as collectible fashion accessories.

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4 weeks ago

August 1, 2026

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Jewellery-inspired eyewear is emerging as one of fashion’s biggest trends, with luxury sunglasses becoming statement accessories that go far beyond sun protection. Designed with crystal embellishments, sculptural silhouettes and jewellery-inspired detailing, these pieces are transforming everyday looks into standout style statements.

From weddings and brunches to holidays, race days and special occasions, statement eyewear is becoming an essential fashion investment. More than just accessories, these designs are meant to spark conversations, complement personal style and elevate any outfit.

Among the standout names driving this trend is Gentle Monster, whose Bijou De 02 from its 2025 Jewelry Collection features an oval silver-metal frame inspired by precious jewellery. The collection reimagines eyewear as wearable jewellery with intricate structural detailing, making each piece both a fashion accessory and a design object.

Swarovski continues to elevate crystal-studded eyewear with its Mask Shape SK7024, inspired by the brand’s Hyperbola jewellery family. The wraparound design incorporates flowing silver-tone curves adorned with round- and square-cut crystals, reflecting Swarovski’s signature approach to crystal craftsmanship.

Indian designer Bhavya Ramesh brings handcrafted artistry into eyewear with the Hysteria Sunglasses, featuring sterling silver, tribal-inspired metalwork, brass ghungroos and intricate handcrafted detailing by Jaipur artisans. The design celebrates India’s jewellery-making traditions while offering a bold contemporary aesthetic.

Hellcat Eyewear’s Red Hand Sunglasses embrace the growing trend of sculptural, jewellery-inspired frames with bold artistic detailing, reflecting fashion’s shift towards statement eyewear that doubles as wearable art.