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VBJ SINCE 1900 unveils AVATARA: A symphony of transformation
VBJ Since 1900 (Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers), India’s most trusted heirloom jewellery brand, unveiled AVATARA, a new design chapter shaped for the many roles women lead every day. Avatara ushers in a new dimension of elegance within VBJ’s heritage of legacy craftsmanship, celebrating a jewellery narrative where form and function move in constant reinvention. Each piece is a fluid journey of self-expression – one that can evolve, divide, reassemble and adapt, offering boundless possibilities within a single design.
For generations, fine jewellery in India has been anchored to ceremony, often worn for grand occasions and otherwise locked away as “locker jewellery.” Avatara introduces a clear shift in that behaviour. With Diyya Vummidi, daughter of the elder brother Jithendran Vummidi – an emerging leader and the mastermind behind this Symphony of Transformation – Avatara reflects the way women choose jewellery today: guided by purpose, versatility, and the desire for pieces that move with them. From workday mornings and poojas at home to brunches, temple visits, club evenings, ceremonies and weddings, every piece is designed to be worn, re-worn and reinvented. Avatara whispers tradition yet speaks a distinctly personal, contemporary language that aligns with how women define presence and identity across multiple roles.
Speaking about the collection, Amarendran Vummidi, Managing Partner, VBJ Since 1900, said, “Avatara comes from a place of quiet conviction. We wanted to create jewellery that feels honest in its form and relevant to the way women live today. The focus was on refining our design language so that each piece carries a sense of ease and still reflects the depth of our heritage. Avatara represents our belief that elegance does not need to be reserved for select moments. It can be part of a woman’s everyday life when the craft is thoughtful, and the intent is clear.”
Reflecting on the showcase, Jithendran Vummidi, Managing Partner, VBJ Since 1900, shared, “Avatara encouraged us to reconsider what fine jewellery can mean in a woman’s daily life. When design listens to how women move and make choices, it becomes more than adornment. Our aim was to create pieces that feel quietly current and still reflect the depth that defines VBJ. Avatara is a step toward a future where fine jewellery carries meaning in the everyday, not only in the occasion-bound moments.”
As a fifth-generation family-run brand, VBJ Since 1900 takes immense pride in its role as the makers of the historic Sengol (sceptre) – a sacred symbol of India’s democratic journey. Discovered after 72 years, the Sengol was unearthed by the VBJ team through meticulous research and installed beside the Speaker’s chair in India’s new Parliament building, marking VBJ’s enduring bond with India’s cultural and national heritage. Just as the Sengol stands for integrity and legacy, so does every VBJ creation and Avatara becomes the next chapter in this lineage.
With Avatara, VBJ Since 1900 continues its commitment to jewellery that honours heritage, embraces innovation and reflects the rhythm of women who inspire it. Conceived as an evolving capsule, the collection also offers select customisation, enriching the bespoke experience the brand is known for. The focus is not only on how jewellery is worn, but on how it is understood, valued and carried into the future.
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Bvlgari Revives Its Iconic Gold & Steel Legacy With Bold New Jewellery Creations
The Roman Maison Reimagines Its Pioneering Fusion Of Gold and Stainless Steel Across B.Zero1, Tubogas and Serpenti Collections, Blending Heritage With Contemporary Innovation.
Bvlgari has introduced its new Gold & Steel Collection, marking the return of one of the Roman maison’s most distinctive design signatures—the bold combination of precious gold and stainless steel. Rooted in the brand’s pioneering creative vision of the 1970s, the latest collection brings fresh interpretations to some of Bvlgari’s most iconic creations while celebrating its enduring legacy of innovation and craftsmanship.
The new collection presents a contemporary dialogue between heritage and modern design, spanning the sculptural elegance of B.zero1, the fluid artistry of Bvlgari Tubogas, and the striking Serpenti Tubogas Studs Capsule watch collection. Together, these creations reaffirm the maison’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of jewellery design while remaining deeply connected to its Roman roots.
At the heart of the launch are two new B.zero1 rings, available in two-band and four-band versions, designed to offer enhanced lightness, comfort and versatility for everyday wear. The collection also introduces a refined Bvlgari Tubogas jewellery set, complemented by high jewellery creations that showcase the maison’s signature craftsmanship and bold aesthetic.
For Bvlgari, the Gold & Steel concept is far more than an innovative combination of materials. It represents a distinctive creative philosophy that reflects the maison’s determination to define its own design language while continually expanding its artistic vocabulary through experimentation and technical excellence.
The collection also pays tribute to a defining moment in Bvlgari’s history. During the 1970s, the maison broke with convention by introducing stainless steel into the world of fine jewellery—a material traditionally associated with strength and durability but considered exceptionally challenging to shape using jewellery-making techniques. By pairing the industrial character of steel with the timeless nobility of gold, Bvlgari created an unexpected union of contrasting materials that redefined luxury jewellery and established a design language uniquely its own.
Long celebrated for its experimental spirit, distinctive aesthetics and ingenious craftsmanship, Bvlgari continues to evolve its most iconic collections through the Gold & Steel Collection, demonstrating how innovation and heritage can coexist to create timeless jewellery with a bold contemporary identity
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