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Shringar- House of Mangalsutra Collaborates with IIGJ to launch a national-level design competition
Shringar House of Mangalsutra is proud to announce its strategic partnership with the Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ). The collaboration includes the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to host a national-level design competition for IIGJ students.
This initiative aims to encourage creativity among budding jewellery designers while preserving and evolving the art of mangalsutra design. It provides students with a platform to showcase their skills and gain recognition from industry leaders.
The winners from both categories will not only gain recognition but also have their designs manufactured in Shringar factory, ensuring the designs are brought to life with highest quality standards.
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Devotion, Heritage & Diversification: The defining trends of SSI Delhi’s 3rd Edition
From sacred artistry to lifestyle-driven expansion, how top exhibitors bridged timeless tradition with modern market demand.
Spirituality as a design anchor
Devotional and spiritual artistry emerged as the single strongest thread of the show. Ricchezza’s Idols Collection, SILORA’s Shrinathji timepiece, Purple Jewels’ Balaji idols and Shiva Lingam, and Anmol Jewellers’ extensive range of silver and gold idols (Vishwarupa, Panchmukhi Hanuman, Ram Parivaar, and more) together show that sacred and devotional pieces are no longer a niche category but a mainstream, premium-positioned offering across exhibitors.
Antique, oxidized and heritage finishes
SILORA’s glorious Antique Finish Collection and Oxidized Silver Jewellery reflect a broader pull toward deep patina, folk-tribal textures, and traditional Indian artistry — a counterpoint to high-polish contemporary pieces and a signal that heritage aesthetics remain commercially strong.

Rose gold’s continued momentum
Rose gold surfaced across multiple product types — not just jewellery but also timepieces — as seen in SILORA’s Luxe Rose Gold Finish Jewellery and rose-gold-finished watches, reinforcing its position as a staple modern finish rather than a passing trend.

Category expansion beyond traditional jewellery
Exhibitors are widening their range beyond rings, chains, and bangles. Ricchezza’s Anamitra line targets infants, while SILORA’s Exclusive Timepieces extend a jewellery brand into horology — both pointing to lifestyle-driven diversification as a growth strategy.



Gender-Specific Design Lines
Distinct masculine and feminine lines were a notable feature, exemplified by Ricchezza’s Cuban Collection (bold, masculine) alongside Tixty (chic, feminine) — indicating that targeted, gender-specific collections continue to be a deliberate merchandising strategy rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.

Mastery in Silver Artefacts and Idols
Both Purple Jewels and Anmol Jewellers demonstrated the depth of skill in silver idol-making, from the Saptashwa Vase’s mythological detailing to the technical complexity of Vishwarupa and Panchmukhi Hanuman forms, underscoring silver artefacts as a distinct and thriving craft category alongside wearable jewellery.




Balancing tradition and modernity
Taken together, the exhibitors at the 3rd edition of SSI Delhi painted a picture of an industry balancing tradition and modernity — where antique finishes and devotional artistry sit comfortably alongside rose gold sophistication, gender-targeted lines, and category extensions such as infant jewellery and timepieces. This blend of heritage craftsmanship and contemporary lifestyle relevance appears to be the defining character of the show.
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