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VBJ Opens All-New Flagship Showroom At Anna Salai, Chennai

14,000 sq. ft. Multi-Level Flagship Introduces Atelier VBJ and a New, Immersive Retail Experience in Chennai

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Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers (VBJ), India’s most trusted heirloom jewellery brand, marks the opening of its all-new flagship showroom at Anna Salai, Chennai. Located adjacent to its original store, this addition represents a significant moment in the brand’s 125-year journey and reinforces its long-standing association with the city.

Notably, this is the only major jewellery showroom across this stretch of Anna Salai, one of Chennai’s most prominent corridors.

Spanning across 14,000 sq. ft., the new showroom has been planned as a multi-level retail space with a clear zoning approach. The ground floor houses gold, precious and jadau jewellery, designed for accessibility and ease of movement. The first floor is dedicated to diamond, solitaire and platinum collections, offering a more focused setting that allows customers the time and space for thoughtful purchases.

The second floor introduces Atelier VBJ, a new format for the brand. Conceived as a more private and immersive environment, this level moves away from the conventional retail approach. It features dedicated lounges, private viewing rooms, and personalised service, allowing customers to engage with jewellery in a more individual setting. The display philosophy is also distinct, with a limited selection on view while the larger collection is presented on request.

Speaking on the launch, Amarendran Vummidi, Managing Partner, VBJ, said,

“Designing this store meant translating VBJ’s legacy into a space that feels relevant today. The layout has been structured so that each category has its own environment, making the journey more intuitive. We have paid close attention to how the store transitions across floors—from the material choices to the overall spatial experience—so that each level serves a distinct purpose while remaining connected to the brand’s roots.”

As part of its forward-looking vision, VBJ is entering a new phase of expansion across Tamil Nadu and Telangana, with upcoming stores in key cities like Coimbatore, Tiruchirappalli and Hyderabad, and strengthening its presence within Chennai across high-potential catchments such as T. Nagar and Chromepet.

Internationally, the brand is scaling its operations in the United States, building on its presence in Texas with planned expansions into Milpitas, California, catering to the growing Indian diaspora.

Jithendra Vummidi, Managing Partner, VBJ, added,

“This store reflects a different approach to jewellery retail. It brings together multiple formats within one space, allowing customers to engage with each category in a more structured way. From everyday purchases to more specialised acquisitions, the store is designed to support a complete journey. The intent was to create a more holistic experience while retaining the familiarity that customers associate with VBJ.”

As a fifth-generation family-run brand, VBJ takes immense pride in its legacy as the creator of the historic Sengol (sceptre), a sacred symbol of India’s democratic journey. Rediscovered after 72 years through meticulous research by the VBJ team, the Sengol was reinstated beside the Speaker’s chair in Sansad Bhavan.

Staying rooted in tradition while renowned for heirloom bridal jewellery and contemporary, design-led pieces, the brand continues to translate personal stories, traditions, and inspirations into finely crafted jewellery. Signature collections such as Florals, inspired by nature, and Avatara, which reinterprets divine motifs through a contemporary lens, reflect this approach.

With this new flagship, VBJ brings together legacy, craftsmanship, and a deep understanding of its customers, shaping a more considered and contemporary way of experiencing jewellery.

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Marli New York Unveils Madison Avenue Flagship Boutique

New Luxury Space Blends Contemporary Design, Personalised Experiences, and New York-Inspired Architecture

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Marli New York has expanded its retail presence with the opening of a new flagship boutique on Madison Avenue in New York City. Located at 785 Madison Avenue, between East 66th and 67th Streets, the 2,418-square-foot store marks the brand’s second location in New York, alongside its existing boutique at Hudson Yards.

Founded in 2014 by Maral Artinian, Marli has steadily built a global presence with boutiques across Europe, the Middle East, and the United States. The newly opened flagship has been designed as more than just a retail destination, offering clients a space to engage more deeply with the brand’s jewellery collections and creative philosophy.

Speaking about the opening, Maral Artinian shared that the boutique was envisioned as a place where clients can experience meaningful interactions with the brand while encouraging creativity, discovery, and personal connection within the Marli universe.

Designed in collaboration with architectural firm Aranda\Lasch, the two-storey boutique reflects Marli’s signature aesthetic through custom-designed furnishings, warm interiors, and thoughtfully curated spaces that encourage conversation and exploration.

The boutique also pays tribute to New York City, a long-standing source of inspiration for Artinian’s designs. The interiors incorporate Indiana limestone sourced from the same quarries used for iconic landmarks such as the Rockefeller Center, the Empire State Building, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Touches of teal, Marli’s signature colour, appear throughout the space, adding energy while reinforcing the brand’s modern identity.

One of the standout additions to the flagship is the redesigned M Lounge on the ground floor. Unlike traditional seated lounges seen in other Marli boutiques, the New York version has been reimagined as a more dynamic, studio-inspired environment featuring full-length mirrors that allow visitors to experience the jewellery in an immersive and interactive way.

The boutique also houses the exclusive Marli Club on the second floor — a private, light-filled sanctuary designed to create a more intimate luxury experience. At its centre is a handcrafted statement table created by Artinian in collaboration with New York-based designer Djivan Schapira, reflecting their shared Armenian heritage. The table features shifting blue tones accented by a gold pyramid centrepiece.

Artinian described the flagship as a reflection of the Marli spirit, where design, individuality, and emotion come together to create memorable and meaningful experiences for clients.

The new boutique showcases Marli’s signature collections including Cleo, Avenues, Tip-Top, and Empire, alongside the brand’s recently launched timepiece collection.

Artinian further noted that the Madison Avenue flagship represents a celebration of the city that has continually inspired the brand, while also offering visitors an opportunity to experience the artistry, discovery, and design philosophy that define Marli.

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