The collaboration features Gemfields’ Zambian emeralds in contemporary high jewellery designs, alongside tanzanite, diamonds and 18K gold.

As leading retailers and designers flag rising interest in colour stones, COUTURE India 2026 reveals how emeralds, turquoise and Tanzanite are shaping the jewellery conversation ahead of the wedding season, discovers Preeti Kulkarni

The 11th edition of COUTURE India opens in New Delhi with five jewellery leaders, over 100 exhibitors and 700 retailers and buyers from across India.

The new collection interprets Lord Ganesha through sculptural forms, diamonds, emeralds and rubies, bringing traditional symbolism into contemporary fine jewellery.

The new bridal jewellery collection is anchored by the campaign ‘One Wedding. Many Stories’, bringing regional traditions into a contemporary wedding wardrobe

IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 brought India’s jewellery trade together in Mumbai from August 5 to 10, with sourcing, exports, technology and changing consumer demand shaping business discussions.

House of Quadri has introduced The Transitional Edit, a new collection of IGI-certified lab-grown diamond jewellery in 18K gold, designed as versatile fine jewellery for everyday wear and milestone occasions.

Dhirsons has introduced AAROH, a lightweight 14K and 18K gold jewellery collection in July 2026, targeting younger consumers seeking fine jewellery to mark personal milestones and everyday achievements.

The House of Rose, led by Biren Vaidya, unveils a six-piece men’s brooch collection in April 2026, Mumbai, reinterpreting brooch design through animal motifs, gemstones, and sculptural craftsmanship for contemporary jewellery consumers.

Jewellery retailers across India face rising dead inventory levels, with 30–40% unsold stock locking capital, driven by changing consumer preferences, rising gold prices, and slower movement of traditional designs.

With Akshaya Tritiya around the corner, jewellery retailers are unveiling festive offers, exclusive collections, and smart buying schemes to attract customers and maximize seasonal sales momentum across India.

GemGenève will present eight emerging designers at its 10th edition from May 7–10, 2026 in Geneva, highlighting new talent through the Designers’ Village alongside global industry participation.

Hazoorilal Legacy introduces The Spring Edit 2026 in New Delhi, featuring natural diamonds and coloured gemstones, expanding its seasonal offering with designs targeting collectors and high-value jewellery buyers.

GJEPC will host the fourth edition of IIJS Bharat - Tritiya and IGJME Bharat - Tritiya from March 21-23, 2026 in Bengaluru, bringing 1,100+ exhibitors and retailers ahead of Akshaya Tritiya.