‘My Best Friend & Me’ fashion accessories trunk show in Delhi by Dipali Sarin on March 14-15

India’s first exclusive fashion accessories trunk show is being organised by curator, makeup artist and stylist Dipali Sarin at the Lalit Hotel on March 14-15, 2014 from 11.00 am to 7.00 pm.

Holy extravaganza
Fresh of the fashion runway to usher in the spring summer season a riot of colours in fresh and vibrant Hues in a spectacular spectrum of exclusive lifestyle products ranging from cocktail earrings, statement neckpieces, beaded handbags and clutches, shoes, cuffs belts and more with an exotic infusion of young and trendy styles in Indian and western clothing along with contemporary home accessories and Linen.

Some of the leading brands participating are Curio Cottage, Malaga, Confusion and Crimson from Mumbai and Rose Tree and Tokree from the royal ladies of UP and Jaipur.

Dipali says: “ we can see that people of India looking for new statement jewellery so we thought to organize a platform where we can see all type of jewellery. Be it in costume jewellery clothing or home artifacts. The idea of doing MY BEST FRIEND & ME was to address this increasing demand”. The exhibition will have an array of designers and jewelers from different parts of India displaying their latest range.

Elaborating further about the exhibition, curator Dipali added: “The exhibition will have an array of designers and jewelers from different parts of India displaying their latest range, all under one roof.

MY BEST FRIEND & ME is a niche and an innovative concept and is a very exclusive podium for brands from all over India (other than Delhi) to come under one roof and showcase their stuff to a select group of audience.

What is more, MY BEST FRIEND & ME have plans to take this concept all to other cities in North India like Chandigarh and Ludhiana”.

Sparkling Hues Delhi offers Pink Gemstones for Valentine’s Day Gifting on February 14, 2014

Sparkle in PINK this Valentine’s Day- Get 10% off on every your favourite gemstones!It has always been a tradition of wearing red on Valentine’s Day as the colour is said to signify love. However, let us break this trend and look at the closer shade of red, PINK. Every woman is delicate and to think of gifting her something precious just like she is, could be nothing else but a piece of her favorite coloured gem. Now with a ten percent off on all gemstones at Sparkling Hues, it can help in adding a bigger smile on the face of your loved one. Much more than a simple gift, it surely is the best way to express love, thoughtfulness and commitment, says a concept note issued by the company.

Pick from a range of pink shaded gemstones from Sparkling Hues that could be a unique gifting option to make the day perfect for your Valentine. A white stone is precious in itself, however, a pink coloured one is surely a rare kind and much more than being precious. Make her feel like a princess by gifting her something unique.

Sparkling Hues has some very fascinating styles in pink gemstones- Pink Tourmaline, Rubelite Tourmaline, Pink Opal, Rhodolite Garnet, Rose Quartz or Pink Amethyst. Offering exclusive cut and design, these rings are available in two shapes- Jelly bean (or Sugar Crush) and Faceted. These gemstones are fabricated in yellow gold, white gold and rose gold, and crafted using the finest materials and vivid pink colored natural gemstones. Most of these rings are accented with sparkling white diamonds to give it a perfect look and make them a full package of beauty. Price range: Rs 30,000 onwards. Special Valentine’s day offer: 10 % Off on every purchase. Availability: Sparkling Hues store, Saket, Delhi.

Alchemy De Luxe: Poonam Gupta offers lifestyle brands using 14th century crafts in contemporary style

Alchemy de luxe, a brand name conceptualised by Poonam Gupta is one of the renowned names to give your houses the essence of luxury. The designer par excellence, Poonam is a renowned name in the design industry. Poonam is on a roll for 25 years and has given various national and international luxury lifestyle brands a taste of her signature.  Dynamic in her approach the ardent businesswoman, whose creativity has not only reflected her cutting edge design sense, has also enriched her ambitious business instinct.

Visionary outlook

A visionary in her outlook as an entrepreneur specialised in marketing and international trade, Poonam creates a rare niche for her brand ‘Alchemy De Luxe’ portraying the fascination for forms and shapes and eye for quality. Behind the roaring real silver smithing company is the versatility through customisation catering to the crème de la crème of the country.
Gifts galore

Apart from the tableware the brand also glistens your personal space with their hand carved metal curtain, silver temple, chic door handles and anything which can be reincarnated with silver, silver plated, copper and bronze.

With a strong base in Delhi and a world of extensive experience in area of technology, design, silver and gold smithing, Poonam has been adulated with awards for her contribution. Names which have been beautified with her spell include Aman Hotels, Adani, Punj Lloyd, ITC Hospitality, Acme Telepower and many more.

With a reach and dream to make Alchemy De Luxe an international figure she has associated with top international quality silverware and gifts and made innovations to showcase her best, as she retails all over the world.

With craftsmanship, innovation, exquisiteness in the nature of Alchemy De Luxe, Poonam intends to give the world a new look with silver, gold and other precious metals and semi precious stones, using 14th century crafts/techniques in a very contemporary style.

Caratlane.com offers 50 percent savings on purchase of Solitaires

Jewelley connoisseurs who want to save more than 50 percent when they purchase solitaires can now do so at the click of a mouse. CaratLane.com has a unique just-in-time inventory model that helps keep processes more cost-efficient. The brand sources directly from 4,000 reputed diamond vendors across the world, accordind to a company statement.

Moreover, as an online store, the brand is able to maintain low overheads and the brand has a large range of solitaires to choose from, and customers can pick their perfect one from over 1,25,000 certified diamonds. All their solitaires are certified by reputed laboratories, such as GIA, HRD and IGI. Their customer-friendly policies, like the no-questions-asked, 30-day free returns and lifetime exchange policy on all jewellery, aims to give incur no holding costs, as opposed to conventional stores. This benefit is passed on to customers in the form of very competitive prices, thereby enabling them to save more than 50 percent on solitaires.

In addition, shoppers can get flat five percent off on the purchase of solitaires worth Rs 200,000 and above. In a recently conducted survey by the brand comparing solitaire prices across leading jewellers at various stores in Mumbai, it was found that customers’ get greater savings shopping at CaratLane.com. Here’s a comparison in the table below:

 

Location	Solitaire Specs	Leading Jeweller	CaratLane.com	Saving
Borivali	0.5 Carat WS-1 G	175,000	121,266	44%
Jhaveri Bazaar	0.52 Carat WS-1 G	173,000	128,239	35%
Vile Parle	0.9 Carat VS-2 1	365,000	241,899	21%

The brand has a large range of solitaires to choose from, and customers can pick their perfect one from over 1, 25,000 certified diamonds. All their solitaires are certified by reputed laboratories, such as GIA, HRD and IGI. Their customer-friendly policies, like the no-questions-asked, 30 day free returns and lifetime exchange policy on all jewellery, aims to give customers complete peace of mind. Customers can try on jewellery at home before they buy it, consult an expert seven days a week, a nd avail free insurance and secure shipping, as well as five convenient payment options. For more information, visit CaratLane.com or call 1800-102-0103 (toll-free)

Rev up your jewellery collection with Ear Cuffs from FabAlley.com

It’s time to get your act together and rock your inner style buff with this haute jewellery piece.

Spotted on runways and the lobes of many stylish stars, it’s clear that ear cuffs are here to stay.

FabAlley.com launches a range of fashion cult ear cuffs from gorgeous crystals to metallic pieces, according to a company statement.

The best part is that the styles vary so much, making it easy for anyone to rock this trend. They range from heavy spikes, to colourful stones, to understated gold.

Ear cuffs can add a rock touch to an outfit, spice up a night out in the city or simply add a touch of edginess to a simple and casual week-end outfit, so pull your hair back and get your fav A-list star look. Available through. Visit faballey.com for availability details.

Sonal’s Bijoux offers stunning collection of jewellery this New Year

Celebrate this holiday season with sparkles launched by Sonal’s Bijoux. This stunning collection will dazzle your senses and brighten your New Year.

The range includes rings, hoop earrings and bracelets embellished with gemstones like rubies and emeralds to remind you of the magnificence of joyful festivities.

Captivate onlookers with this elegant and sophisticated collection of timeless beauties. So get your hands on these jewels to celebrate your one-of-a-kind moments. Available at: sonalsjewellery.com, Price: Rs. 50,000 onwards.

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Silvermine launches unique collection of Kuthuvilakkus in Chennai

Silvermine, from the stable of NAC,  has launched a wide variety of its Traditional Lamp Collection today, according to a company statement.  Padmashri and Sangeetha Saraswathi, Sudha Ragunathan, Eminent Carnatic Vocalist unveiled the collection in the august presence of Jayantilal  J Chalani, President of the Madras Jewellers and Diamond Association,  Kaliyur Narayanan, Renowned Astrologer, N Anjaneyulu Chetty, Chairman, NAC Jewellers (P) Ltd and N Anantha Padmanabhan, Managing Director, NAC Jewellers (P) Ltd.

From (L-R): Anantha Padmanabhan – Managing Director, NAC Jewellery; Arunadha Padmanabhan – NAC Jewellery;  Sudha Ragunathan – Eminent Carnatic Vocalist; Anjaneyulu Chetty – Chairman NAC Jewellery; Kaliyur Narayanan – Eminent Astrologer and Jayantilal J Chalani – President, Madras Jewellers and Diamond Association.
The Highlight of the occasion was the unveiling of the 14 feet tall silver Kuthuvilakku by the Padmashri and Sangeetha Saraswathi, Sudha Raghunathan. Apart from the mentioned, lamps are available in Silver, Gold, Gold polished with studded colour stones and Platinum. The prices of the products range from Rs 250 right upto Rs 50 lakh. Silvermine was aiming at offering a joyful experience to its customers of choosing from a vast collection of lamps, made out of different metals, shapes and sizes from across the country . This will be available at the exclusive Silvermine outlet at Mylapore and also at NAC Jewellers, T Nagar.
Speaking on the occasion Anjaneyulu Chetty, Chairman, NAC Jewellers (P) Ltd said: “Lamps play a very important role in every Indian household and has great auspicious significance attached to it. The launch today from Silvermine is a part of our endeavour to bring contemporary style and designs in our offerings according to the changing preferences of our customers”.

Speaking on the occasion, N Anantha Padmanabhan, Managing Director, NAC Jewellers (P) Ltd said: “The Lamp is a ubiquitous and an integral part of our heritage and culture. In line with the tradition of Silvermine, which offers products of immense quality and purity, exquisite design and supreme craftsmanship, we take great pride in launching this distinct collection today.  The demand for lamps has always been good and we hope to satisfy the ever changing demands of our customers”.
Besides, Silvermine also launched a Booklet to explain the significance of the usage of lamps and the tradition behind the concept of lighting lamps. The booklet traces the history, kind of lamps used in the earlier days and the contemporary designs available now. The booklet will be distributed free to the public.
Silvermine stores exclusively cater to a range of silverware. Silvermine store was first launched in Mylapore in the year 2010. NAC has plans to ramp up the presence of Silvermine stores in the near future. About NAC JEwellers (P) Ltd: NAC opened its first store in 1973 and today is a leading, premium brand in the Jewellery industry. The NAC group enjoys a rich history and tradition of immense customer trust and loyalty and its products are supremely crafted, contemporary in design and cater to wide range of customer preferences.  NAC offers Jewellery for all occasions from marriages to festivals and everyday wear. It has an array of choices in Diamond, Gold, Platinum, Ruby, Emerald, and Silver Jewellery.

Zaveri launches coloured stone Cuffs

Zaveri & Co, a well known brand, designs jewellery to compliment an array of Indian and Western ensemble to enhance the look of the wearer. According to a statement issued by the company, contributes towards offering its patrons an outstanding and unique style quotient. This season Zaveri & Co creates a fresh summer look of jewellery that will undoubtedly make an impressive statement at many occasions. So feel fabulous all this summer with Zaveri & Co. wide array of colored stone cuffs.
Boasting to offer its clientele with the best and finest quality of designs, Zaveri & Co. jewellery has a timeless appeal and never fails to attract attention. Zaveri & Co plans to introduce their own special approach to glamour this summer which promises to be gorgeously feminine.  With its lightness and timeless femininity this assortment of cuffs by Zaveri & Co reveals the beauty and strong character of the woman who chooses to wear it. The new collection brings in an inspirational feel to fashion this season. This spectacular line of vibrant and colored stone cuffs assembles of rubies, emeralds and diamonds placed on yellow gold.

Every woman would persist to shine in soaring fashion with Zaveri& Co. This alluring cuff crafted with round and oval shaped diamonds set in Yellow Gold along with the emerald lends a distinctive and impressive look to the wearer.

A picturesque constellation of dazzling white diamonds cast an enchanting spell in this creation with diamonds set in yellow gold, with green enamel and the ruby at the centre forms a peacock cuff.
Zaveri & co has established itself as the high-end jewellery brand, by designing innovative collections, which mainly incorporate diamonds, coloured stones, white gold and yellow gold by providing high quality products which satisfy the aspiration of every Indian woman. Zaveri & Co collection is available at Swagat, CG Road, Ahmedabad 380006 Gujarat, and Contact-079-26426868. For more details Logon to zaveriandco.com.

Shine with Fun and Edgy Party Jewellery from FabAlley.com

As the temperature drops and the party fervour kicks in, FabAlley.com unleashes the most edgy collection of party jewellery online.

FabAlley.com, the exclusive women’s online fashion-forward brand that offers a bevy of party perfect jewellery to ensure you rock the season in style, and stand out from the hoi polloi. Embellish your look with statement crystal necklaces, deco earrings, bold warrior earcuffs and luxe bracelets; they’ve got you covered the entire season.

Be the belle of every party in town with these gorgeous products from FabAlley.com. Prices starting at Rs 400 onwards. Available through – Cash on Delivery and all major cards accepted, Visit – faballey.com.

FabAlley.com unveils Fashion Forward Party Styles

With Christmas already over and New Years’ around the corner, you must be totally swamped with multiple invites to fabulous soirees and a tad jammed with what to wear. Look no further than FabAlley.com, the exclusive women’s only online fashion brand that offers a bevy of party perfect outfits to ensure you rock the season in style, and stand out from the hoi polloi party crowd, says a FabAley.com statement.

FabAlley’s party collection offers banging bodycon dresses crafted with lace and sequins that’ll flatter the figure and highlight your fashion-forwardness. Apart from those, there’s a whole new range of skater dresses with short hemlines and sheer confections that are bang on-trend and innately chic.

For those of you looking to ditch dresses and embrace separates, FabAlley has a whole new range of party tops featuring strapless and one-shoulder styles, dipping sweet-heart necklines and so-now crop tops in lace and zany prints. Skirts too, have been designed keeping your party fashion-meter soaring – with plenty of lace, embellishments and hi-lo hemlines.

FabAlley wouldn’t be the ultimate party shopping destination if it didn’t offer up the accessories needed to make your outfits pop. With a stunning range of statement jewelry featuring statement crystal necklaces, deco earrings, bold cuffs and edgy ear cuffs, they’ve got you covered the entire season. Metallic box clutches, envelope bags, glitter pumps and embellished peep toe sandals make for the proverbial cherry on the already fab cake.

As the mercury dips further, get a hold of FabAlley’s gorgeous party picks to set your spirits soaring. Dresses & Skirts start at Rs 1000, Tops at Rs 500, Jewelry at 300, Shoes at Rs 1500 and Bags at Rs 1200. For Further Information, please contact: Iqra Imtiyaz – 9718008042 – iqra@actimediaindia.com, Madhurima Borah – 8860261044 – madhurima@actimediaindia.com.

FabAlley.com is the ultimate Indian fashion destination, indie-chic girls. Founded in 2012, by Tanvi Malik and Shivani Poddar, FabAlley has grown to become the mecca of globally trendy apparel and accessories both, and all designed in-house. For further information contact, faballey.com/Default.aspx.