DAY 2

Laksh: To create, innovate, and originate jewelry never seen, never heard made before.

 

A star is born.

Laksh Pahuja was born in Mumbai and is now a name synonymous with unusual jewelry.

Laksh Pahuja is indeed a brilliant creator. An innovator has captured the minds with his gifted imagination and creativity. His designs have been recognized globally and have adorned the beautiful Ladies including Ms. Universe 2005 Natalie Glebova, Aishwarya Rai, Malaika Arora, Bipasha Basu, Pooja Bedi etc.

 

Laksh’s creative concoction

Trained at the prestigious Gemological Institute of America, Gemological Institute of India, Harrow College of Art England, Laksh sure knows how to put to use his innate ability combining it with his qualification and formal training to create what are known as work of genius in the jewelry world today. Well versed with international trends, He blends his own style and gives each masterpiece its distinct uniqueness even Khaleej Times (Dubai), Jewelry International (London), Afternoon (Mumbai), Bombay Times, DNA Mumbai, Danik Bhaskar, Indian Express Group and numerous others agree on his remarkable collection.

 

Work of Art

Laksh exuberates creativity and an undying enthusiasm to excel, innovate, and create something that is truly a stunning success. He designs creations in plain gold, cubic zirconia diamonds, studded creations and a lot more.

 

Inimitable style: A unique Laksh

Laksh’s every creation is truly a magnum opus and has his signature on it. It is a creation, never seen, never heard, never conceived of Laksh draws his Inspiration from nature and creates jewels that leaves you amazed time and time again. His motto has been to craft “unique jewelry” and “unusual pieces”, something that is “one of a kind” and stands out from the contemporary Jewelry crafted today. And he has proved that there is no one that comes close to producing them Than Laksh Pahuja. Laksh has been known to reinvent and innovate with the changing trends in the jewelry industry. He is quick to grasp and understand his client’s requirements and generate breath-taking jewelry That surpasses his client’s expectations. He blends traditional timeless

Themes with contemporary style to create outstanding pieces of ornamentation.

Awards & Accolades:

A jewelry innovator and originator so brilliant can not go unnoticed. Here is a list of awards received by Laksh for his splendid jewelry.

1. In 2010 Solitair Awards “ Gandhiji Vision”
2. Designed world’s first Ice - Necklace 
3. ‘The Burning Desire’ Necklace (A Necklace that breathes live fire). Year 2008
4. The Retail Jeweller Awards 2007 for Jewellery Designer of The Year. (Lakshwadeep).Jewellery with live fish.
5. Castcon International Appreciation Award in 2007.
6. In 2005 Designed & Manufactured world’s costliest Armband worth Rs.4.5cr.
7. Castcon International Tahitian Pearls Trophy in 2003-2004 for a Collar Pin.
8. In 2003 Designed & Manufactured world’s costliest Kamarbandh worth Rs.2cr.
9. Gems & Jewellery Export Promotion Council Solitaire Award in 2003 for a Calf ornament titled as “Sensuality”.
10. In 2002 Manufactured world’s costliest Tie worth Rs.1cr.
11. Castcon International Award for Personality of the Year 2001-2002.
12. Swaranjali Award in 2000 for a pair of gold mojris (shoes).
13. Swaranjali Award in 1996 for a shell shaped Hair Clip.
14. In 1992 International Platinum Jewelry Award for a Platinum Ring.
15. Gems & Jewellery Export Promotion Council Award in 1992 for a Diamond Necklace.
16.  D. T. C. Indian Jewelry Design Award in 1990 for a Brooch.
17. George Scheutz(GIA) Memorial Fund Jewelry Award (Honour Mention) in 1990 for Brooch.
18. George Scheutz(GIA) Memorial Fund Jewelry Award in 1989 for Earrings.

 

|| THE BURNING DESIRE ||

DESIGNED
BY
LAKSH PAHUJA

Olympics inspires not only the sports persons but everybody in the world to excel in their own fields. The way it inspired me to Design one of its Kind Necklace in the world. I have used live fire, because fire is immortal, and it has been an important part of many culture & religions, even the inauguration of the Olympics is done by lighting the sacred fire & relayed throughout the world.

Dragon is mostly related to China, hence I have used Dragon & I have used Diamonds Emeralds & Orange Sapphires, the look of our Tri-colour which reflects of the Indian sports person participation in the Olympics.

Material Used

1. Diamonds
2. Emeralds
3. Orange Sapphires
4. Hand painting on Canvas
5. Butane Gas
6. Gold, (14kt.)
7. Platinum (so that it should withstand heat & keep the Jewel cool)

 

|| LAKSHWADEEP ||

DESIGNED
BY
LAKSH PAHUJA

 

Through this Design I have tried to capture the natural beauty of the Islands underwater marine life that amazes the viewers with a play of colour and underwater antics which unfolds another world in itself.

Material Used

• Acrylic
• Tahiti Pearls
• 18kt. White Gold
• Rubies
• Pink Sapphires
• Diamonds
• Rough Diamonds
• Colour Stone

 

INSPIRATION
About
LAKSHWADEEP

 

“I was scuba diving in the lagoons of Lakshadweep island. The unsoiled sea bed was a vision I couldn’t forget with its corals, colourful fishes and other marine fauna. My designer genes went on an overdrive and I wanted to reproduce & recapture its beauty”.

I carved the seabed out of a block of acrylic. I didn’t however use real corals, as they’re important to marine eco system. Instead, I used black and rough diamonds, Tahitian pearls and other coloured stones. The clasp of the necklace is in the shape of an octopus and I used rubies, as its belly is pink,”

The  main design element is shaped like the southern tip of India.

“This piece and its diamonds will not glitter without these fish.

They are my true gems in it. I don’t intend to reap in profits with it. It’s just a tribute to the disintegrating oceans and seas of the world and a way of showing my love for nature.”  

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