Graduates From The Indian Institute Of Gems And Jewellery, Mumbai Dazzled The Audience With Their Collections At Day 1
The audience was spell bound as six graduates from the Indian Institute of Gems and Jewellery, Mumbai dazzled them with their collections at the India International Jewellery Week 2014 presented by Nazraana in association with P C Jeweller.
Five collections with four entries each were presented by six designers who revealed their exceptional talents on the ramp with nearly 45 fabulous sets comprising necklaces, rings, earrings, maang tikkas, bangles, bracelets, cummerbunds, armlets etc.
MEHUL BARADIA
Sponsored by Chennai Diamonds the four entries aimed at the bridal look moved from an elaborate cummerbund, Raani Haar, Maang Tikka to diamond and emerald looped necklace, lacy sprays of diamonds for a neckpiece and emerald pendant with matching chandeliers.
Amruta Patki, Miss India International 2006 ended the show modelling a stunning diamond choker/bib with bangles and luxurious earrings; dressed in a gorgeous creation from Saakshi by Shraddha Vora. The garments for the section were by Sheetal Collections.
NEHA SHARMA
Presenting a collection called “Quirky Copper” Neha Sharma pushed the design envelope for her armlet-cum-ring, a striking finger shield, Haath Phool and the triangular enamelled earrings. The imposing large pearl with rectangular statement carved pendant and the pearl harness with enamelled amour plate were creations meant for the strong daring New Age woman.
Adding that touch of stunning style to the jewellery were the garments by designer Neha Chug.
BALJINDER KAUR BAHL
Baljinder Kaur Bahl presented “Vivah” with four entries that would fit into the wedding events with great style. The choker with its encrusted beauty, the dazzling three chains of diamonds with matching kada, draped emerald necklace and strands of tiny diamonds with fluttering butterflies were ideal for the lady who wants to make a fashion statement.
To add glamour to the jewellery the clothes were designed by Sonam Lutharia.
FORUM PAREKH AND RAINA BHANSALI
The designing duo presented their collection called “Statements” starting with the “Canvas of Nature” entry of extra long earrings with leaf design worn with matching cuff. “Feminine Ferocity was a plaited necklace and leg anklet; while the “Haute Couture” entry was a neckpiece that was seductively draped over the shoulder in gold and precious stones. Finally the Bayaan-E-Zamani was the grand earring- cum-brooch, an innovative long necklace and the interesting Haath Phool.
Ending the show for Forum Parekh and Raina Bhansali was lovely Mihika Verma, Miss India 2004 and star of the popular TV series “Yeh Hai Aashiqui” who wore a dazzling set comprising rows of pearls wound in a cluster and a matching bracelet.
HARSHINI JETHANI
Diamonds, rubies and emeralds made a great style statement for Harshini Jethani’s couture collection of lush necklaces that flowed from neck to navel. Multi strands of pearls, delicate lace designs and pearl encrusted kadas were ornaments that women just dream about.
Stopping the show for Harshini was the very sexy Gauhar Khan modelling a glamorous set consisting of a superb diamond and large pear shaped emerald drops edged necklace with matching cuff.
The clothes for the show matched the jewellery and were created by Prerna Nagpal
Taking the ramp after the fabulous presentation by the graduates was a very proud moment for Mr Vasant Mehta, Chairman, IIGJ Andheri East, Mrs Namita Pandya, Convener, IIGJ Tardeo and Col. Sushil Arora, Head IIGJ Mumbai.
The Indian Institute of Gems and Jewellery, Mumbai was started by the Gems and Jewellery Export Promotion Council of India and backed by the sponsorship of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India.
The main course of the Institute is the Three-Year Diploma in Jewellery Design and Manufacture. This course runs into six semesters and imparts comprehensive training from the ‘concept to marketing’ in all the fields of Jewellery Design and Manufacture including Model Making, Metal Setting, Soldering, Casting, Filing and Finishing, Refining, CAD-CAM, Production Technology, Gemology, Diamond Grading, Art and Jewellery History, Communication Skills, Effective Supervision and Sales and Marketing Strategies.
The sole aim of this Institute is to prepare highly skilled professionals to meet the ever growing demands of the rapidly expanding gems and jewellery industry, which is mainly export-based and has been the third largest foreign exchange earner for our country. Fully supported by the gems and jewellery industry, it is a Non-Profit Organization solely committed to excellence in education.
When it comes to innovative jewellery crafted with ultimate care then the fastidious buyers can be sure that the six graduates of the Indian Institute of Gems and Jewellery, Mumbai will deliver the perfect ornaments for all occasions.
