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VICENZAORO SEPTEMBER – The international jewellery showcase, opens tomorrow
With 1,200 exhibiting brands from 30 countries, over 600 buyers from 62 nations, more than 30 hours of events regarding the jewellery market, new export routes, style trends, sustainability, artificial intelligence and training, the September edition of Italian Exhibition Group’s international B2B trade show for contemporary jewellery, goldsmithing and watchmaking opens tomorrow.
Until Tuesday 9th, Vicenzaoro will welcome the entire supply chain to yet another sold-out edition with 40% of foreign exhibitors arriving mainly from Turkey, Hong Kong, India, Thailand and Germany. Thanks to the incoming programme organised by the Italian Trade Agency and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI), 605 buyers will be hosted with an increase mainly from the USA, the United Arab Emirates and China. All in an Expo Centre undergoing renovation with a new 22,000 m² building being constructed and the perimeter walls completed and visible from the outside.
At the same time, as of tomorrow until Monday 8th September, VO Vintage – the open-to-the-public marketplace with free admission on prior registration on vovintage.com – will welcome fine vintage watch and jewellery enthusiasts with over 40 specialist exhibitors and a series of meetings with leading experts in the field.
The official start of the event is scheduled for 11.30 am in the Expo Centre’s Palladio Theatre with introductory speeches by IEG president, Maurizio Ermeti, the Mayor of Vicenza, Giacomo Possamai, the president of the Province, Andrea Nardin, and greetings from Luca Zaia, president of the Veneto Region, and Adolfo Urso, Minister for Enterprise and Made in Italy. This will be followed by contributions from Claudia Piaserico, President of Confindustria Federorafi, Matteo Zoppas, President of the Italian Trade Agency, Fabrizio Lobasso , Deputy Director General for the Promotion of the Nation System and Head of Economic Internationalisation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and Roberto Marcato, Veneto Regional Councillor for Economic Development, Energy and Special Law for Venice. Thanks to a media partnership with the Adnkronos press agency, the opening ceremony will also be streamed on adnkronos.com and restreamed on Qn.net (Il Resto del Carlino, La Nazione, Il Giorno), Tiscali.it and Iltempo.it.
JEWELLERY’S VERY BEST ON DISPLAY
Preceded by the first edition of The Vicenza Symposium, the technical-scientific event organised by IEG in partnership with Legor Group and Progold, which closes today after three successful days and which amassed an audience of international experts and leading figures in the sector at the Basilica Palladiana to discuss the jewellery industry’s challenges and technological developments, Vicenzaoro confirms its role as a Jewellery Boutique Show featuring high-end brands in the Icon area, the most sought-after designers in the special Design Room, jewellery manufacturing and semi-finished products in Creation and packaging in Expression. Look will host the brands most in line with current trends, a particularly interesting area for retailers in view of the winter festivities, as well as the Glamroom for emerging brands. Time is the community for contemporary watchmaking and accessories. Special attention will also be paid to the world of gems in the Essence district, which, alongside diamond, precious and coloured stone exhibitors, will include gemmology and craftsmanship excellence. Last but not least, Delivery at Palakiss is the cash & carry area where retailers will be able to directly buy jewellery to populate their shop windows.
SEPTEMBER IS TRENDS, VISION AND FUTURE
Not just an international reference for the jewellery market. Vicenzaoro September is the stage for new trends featuring top high-end brands, Made in Italy goldsmithing and jewellery from the main production districts, and international excellence. The heart of the edition is the presentation of The Jewellery Trendbook 2027+ compiled by Trendvision Jewellery + Forecasting, the Vicenzaoro/IEG independent observatory that previews jewellery styles, consumption and future scenarios.
VIOFF: THE CITY BLOSSOMS WITH THE 14TH EDITION OF THE OFF-SHOW EVENT
The event will extend beyond the Expo Centre with the fourteenth edition of VIOFF – Golden Bloom, scheduled from Friday 5th to Sunday 7th September. The off-show event, organised by IEG in collaboration with Vicenza’s Municipal Administration and other institutional partners, will enliven the historic centre with events, installations and cultural initiatives, and will also involve the Jewellery Museum
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Jewellery Eminence Awards 2026 Celebrates Excellence In Indian Jewellery Design
Anurag Singh Thakur Graces Gala Night as Chief Guest
Jewellers Association Jaipur (JA) successfully organised the grand 18th Edition of the Jewellery Eminence Awards (JEA) Gala Night 2026 on 4th July at Novotel Jaipur Exhibition & Convention Centre (JECC), Sitapura, celebrating outstanding creativity, craftsmanship and innovation across the Indian gems and jewellery industry. Organised alongside JAS – The Premium B2B Show 2026, the prestigious evening brought together leading jewellers, designers, manufacturers, exporters, retailers, artisans, industry veterans and dignitaries from across the country.
The evening was led by the office bearers of Jewellers Association Jaipur including President Shri Raju Agarwal Mangodiwala, JAS Convenor Shri Ashok Maheshwari, Honorary Secretary Shri Ajay Godha, and JEA Coordinator Shri Naresh Agroya, who welcomed distinguished guests and members of the jewellery fraternity.
The Gala Night was graced by Hon’ble Shri Anurag Singh Thakur, Chairman, Parliamentary Standing Committee on Coal, Mines & Steel, as the Chief Guest. His esteemed presence added immense prestige to the occasion as he felicitated several award winners and recognised exceptional talent from the jewellery industry. The celebration was further elevated by the presence of renowned actress Yuvika Chaudhary as the Celebrity Guest, whose participation added glamour and excitement to the evening.
One of the most touching moments of the ceremony was the presentation of the JEA Lifetime Achievement Award to Shri Navrattan Kothari, honouring his extraordinary contribution, visionary leadership and lifelong dedication to the Indian gems and jewellery industry. A special audio-visual tribute highlighted his remarkable journey before the award was presented by the Chief Guest in the presence of the Association’s leadership.
Recognising the invaluable contribution of master craftsmen, the Association also presented Special Artisan Awards to Shri Avtar Singh Talwar and Shri Abiddudin, acknowledging their decades of excellence, commitment and craftsmanship that continue to preserve and enrich India’s jewellery-making heritage.
Adding an international dimension to the evening, the Association also felicitated distinguished global industry leaders for their remarkable contributions to organised jewellery retail and international trade relations. Special honours were presented to Shri K. P. Abdul Salam, Vice Chairman & GED, Malabar Group, with the JAS Global Jewellery Retail Leadership Award, and Mr. Tawhid Abdullah, Chairman, Dubai Jewellery Group, with the JAS Architect of Organised Jewellery Retail in the Middle East Award. Their recognition reflected JAS’ growing global outlook and its commitment to strengthening international business relationships within the gems and jewellery sector.
The highlight of the evening remained the presentation of the Jewellery Eminence Awards 2026, one of India’s most respected jewellery design competitions. Winners were honoured across 18 prestigious categories, recognising excellence in jewellery design, natural gemstones, craftsmanship, innovation and professional achievement. The awards covered a diverse spectrum of categories including diamond and colourstone jewellery, polki jewellery, gold jewellery, silver vogue jewellery, loose gemstone awards, accessories, minimalist jewellery, professionals’ recognition and young achievers, reflecting the immense talent and creativity of India’s jewellery industry.
The ceremony also showcased inspiring films highlighting the journey of JAS and JEA, reinforcing the vision of promoting innovation, nurturing design talent and providing a national platform for excellence in jewellery creation. Throughout the evening, sponsors, jury members, exhibitors, industry leaders and distinguished guests joined in celebrating the achievements of designers and professionals who continue to shape the future of the Indian gems and jewellery sector.
Speaking on the occasion, the leadership of Jewellers Association Jaipur reiterated that Jewellery Eminence Awards has evolved into one of the country’s most credible and prestigious platforms for recognising excellence in jewellery design and craftsmanship. The Association reaffirmed its commitment to encouraging innovation, preserving traditional artistry and creating opportunities for emerging as well as established talent through initiatives like JEA and JAS.
Concluding the memorable evening, the Association expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Chief Guest, Celebrity Guest, award jury, sponsors viz (Banking Partner: AU Small Finance Bank, Co- Sponosor: RMC Gems, Supporters: GJEPC, Gemfields, Bid For All, Elanzia- An IGM Initiative, Logistics Partner: Secure Global Logistics), exhibitors, designers, artisans, partners, participants and the entire organising team for making the Jewellery Eminence Awards Gala Night 2026 a grand success. As part of the ongoing JAS – The Premium B2B Show 2026, the Gala Night once again reinforced Jaipur’s stature as one of the world’s foremost centres for gems, coloured gemstones and jewellery craftsmanship, while celebrating the excellence, innovation and legacy that continue to define India’s jewellery industry.
Winners by Category
1. JEA Emerald Gemstone of the Year
- GREEN INTERNATIONAL, JAIPUR
2. JEA Silver Vogue Jewellery
- ADORE JEWELS, JAIPUR
- ATTULYA JEWELS, JAIPUR
3. JEA Bejewelled Artifact
- KINU BABA GEMS INDIA PVT. LTD., JAIPUR
4. JEA Theme of the Year – Vintage Jewellery
- ADVIT JEWELS LIMITED, JAIPUR
5. JEA Accessory (Men’s & Women’s)
- ATTULYA JEWELS, JAIPUR
- MANTHAN’S GEM LEGACY LLP, HYDERABAD
6. JEA Gold Jewellery
- N. M. KAREL & SONS PVT. LTD., NEW DELHI
7. JEA Polki Bridal Set
- PARAMPARA THE JEWELS, JAIPUR
8. JEA Polki Necklace
- JEWELS OF RAJPUTAANA, JAIPUR
9. JEA Polki Earrings
- SRD JEWELS COUTURE PVT. LTD., VADODARA
10. JEA Polki Bangle/Bracelet
- KALA JOHARE, JAIPUR
11. JEA Polki Ring
- POLKI PARADISE BY V.K JEWELLERS, NEW DELHI
12. JEA Minimalist Jewellery
- SANGEETA DIAMONDS, JAIPUR
13. JEA Diamond/Colourstone Necklace
- TIMEPIECES, JAIPUR
14. JEA Diamond/Colourstone Earrings
- MAA SATTI JEWELS PVT. LTD., JAIPUR
15. JEA Diamond/Colourstone Bangle/Bracelet
- GREENBELL, JAIPUR
16. JEA Diamond/Colourstone Ring
- JEWELS BY SEPHORA LLP, JAIPUR
17. JEA Natural Gemstone of the Year (other than Emerald)
- BIHARILAL HOLARAM, JAIPUR
- TT GEMS INDIA LLP, MUMBAI
18. Winner of the JEA Professional Category
- RASHMI ABHIJIT BAFNA
- Bafna Jewellers
19. Winner of GIA Young Achievers’ Award
- BHAWANA MAHESHWARI
20. JEA Artisans’ Award
- AVTAR SINGH TALWAR
- ABEEDUDDIN
21. JEA LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
- SHRI NAVRATTAN KOTHARI
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