Cosmetics & Jewellery

Bling Corner

Aug 18th, 2010 | Category: Cosmetics & Jewellery

Peridots, for a change
If you are looking for a new hint of colour and gem, then these pretty yellowish green peridots from Caratlane’s new range is a neat buy. And well, it’s the birthstone for August-borns too!
Available: Log on to www.caratlane.com
Price: Rs 5,167 onwards

Floral kada
The latest from Chains & Bangles is this new kada in […]



All that glitters is not gold, but…

Aug 11th, 2010 | Category: Cosmetics & Jewellery, Featured Articles

The base for an exclusive piece of jewellery is now at its experimentative best. While new-age metals and materials are coming under the arc lights, there are a few that have taken a leap from artificial jewellery into the world of preciousness, says Anushya Mamtora
Gold ruled the roost for centuries. The bright yellow variety, we […]



Bling Corner

Jul 28th, 2010 | Category: Cosmetics & Jewellery

Jhumkas for the bride
The traditional jhumkas get a beautiful twist in Tarun Tahiliani’s Forevermark collection for the Bridal Couture Exposition. The three-tiered earring with a peacock ear loop in yellow gold, diamonds, rubies and the exquisite pearl is a real treat for the bride.

Colours galore
Some multicoloured tourmalines, a dash of citrines and a handful of […]



Bling Corner

Jul 7th, 2010 | Category: Cosmetics & Jewellery

Beautiful barrette
Your hair finally gets its ‘precious’ due! Accessorise it with this traditional piece in lovely-hued stones from Amrapali’s Phoolwari range and you are all set to make heads turn.
Available: Amrapali outlets at New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Jaipur and Jodhpur

True blue
It’s showering turquoise at C Krishniah Chetty & Sons. This ‘Heaven on Earth’ neck piece […]



Bling Corner

Jun 23rd, 2010 | Category: Cosmetics & Jewellery

Winged wonder
Taking a cue from nature, Jaipur Gems charms with this pretty bird adorned with uncut diamonds, pearls and multi colour enamel.
Available: Jaipur Gems stores at Mumbai, Chennai and Coimbatore

Pretty peony
Giving the traditional seven-stone diamond setting a classical twist, Kirtilals takes a leaf off the delicate peony flower that breathes life into this new 18k […]



Bling Corner

Jun 2nd, 2010 | Category: Cosmetics & Jewellery

Finger circling
Pink gold and black ceramic take the shape of designer Bulgari rings to wrap around the finger. Contemporary sculptor Anish Kapoor does his classy best with the B.zero1.
Available: The Bulgari Boutique, Mumbai and New Delhi

Trendy in gold
Yellow and white gold reigns supreme in this ‘Collection g’ pendant from World Gold Council, with smooth and […]



The hand that rocks the pearl cradle

May 12th, 2010 | Category: Cosmetics & Jewellery, Featured Articles

The most gorgeous of all organic material, mother-of-pearl rises above the rest as it transforms its lustrous self into an aesthetic jewellery component,
says Anushya Mamtora
Shining out of the inlays of luxurious furniture, the dial of an exclusive time-piece, engraved in an exquisite vase and even doubling up as a spoon to enjoy caviar, the presence […]



Men discover the Au-ra of bling

May 12th, 2010 | Category: Cosmetics & Jewellery

Team Smartbuy
If you are a keen telly-watcher and have only been subject to Bappi da’s sense of golden overkill, then the Oscar’s red carpet this year would have come up with some classy surprises. Keanu Reeves sported white gold, diamond and sapphire Cartier cufflinks and Marc Anthony was buttoned-up with yellow gold and diamond shirt […]



Taking sides

May 12th, 2010 | Category: Cosmetics & Jewellery

That’s exactly what jewellery lovers are doing when it comes to picking out a gorgeous neckpiece. And they definitely aren’t going neutral! If you are sporting that off-shoulder blouse to go with that bling saree or a gorgeous gown with a décolleté line, then taking the side route will up your style quotient a few […]



Bling corner

May 12th, 2010 | Category: Cosmetics & Jewellery

Hula-hoop!
This gorgeous ‘chand bali’ in white gold is embellished with diamonds and emerald drops and makes a super addition to your ethnic collection.
Available: Jaipur Gems Enchanting Hoops Collection (Mumbai, Chennai, Coimbatore)

Green beauties
Minawala Jewellers’ newest is its emerald collection, where the green stone dazzles as rings, bracelets, neck pieces and earrings, set in yellow, white and […]