The Rise of Lightweight, High-Rotation Jewellery — A Detailed Industry Perspective for Experienced Retailers
Changing consumer behaviour, rising gold prices and faster buying cycles are driving demand for lightweight, high-rotation jewellery, forcing retailers to rethink inventory planning, merchandising strategies and sales approaches.
Forevermark Diamond Jewellery Featured at London Fashion Week Presentation
Forevermark Diamond Jewellery partnered Raw Mango’s Fall Winter 2026 show at London Fashion Week, London, on February 23, 2026, supporting natural diamond promotion through international fashion industry collaboration and visibility.
Malabar Gold & Diamonds Launches ZOUL Fine Jewellery Collection
Malabar Gold & Diamonds launched ZOUL on February 24, 2026, featuring lightweight natural diamond jewellery in 14KT and 18KT gold, priced from Rs 20,000, targeting everyday wear across global showrooms.
Prêt by Couture India Opens in Mumbai with Focused Industry Momentum
Prêt by Couture India opened at Grand Hyatt Mumbai with a clear focus on lightweight design, operational discipline, and calibrated growth, reflecting an industry that aligns creativity with commercial precision in evolving retail markets.
India Gems & Jewellery Exports Stabilize Amid US Slowdown, Diversification Cushions Impact
Despite a sharp contraction in shipments to the United States, India’s gems and jewellery exports show resilience, supported by strong growth in the UAE, Hong Kong and emerging global markets.
Dhirsons Jewellers Launches ‘Heartbeats & Heirlooms’ Valentine’s Collection in New Delhi
Dhirsons Jewellers, Dhiraj Dhir Group, launched the ‘Heartbeats & Heirlooms’ diamond and gold collection on February 11, 2026 in New Delhi, targeting Valentine’s Day gifting and long-term wear segments.
Dhirsons Jewellers showcases Temple Treasures collection in New Delhi
Dhirsons Jewellers Pvt. Ltd. has introduced its Temple Treasures jewellery collection at its Lajpat Nagar flagship store in New Delhi on February 5, 2026, highlighting traditional temple-inspired gold designs for ceremonial wear.
HRD Antwerp opens diamond and jewellery certification lab in Hyderabad
HRD Antwerp opened a new certification laboratory in Hyderabad on January 31, 2026, to expand regional access to diamond and jewellery grading services for manufacturers and retailers in South India.
Senco Gold & Diamonds opens Ambikapur store in Chhattisgarh
Senco Gold & Diamonds opened its first Ambikapur store on January 27, expanding to four outlets in Chhattisgarh, to increase retail reach across Surguja and surrounding regional jewellery markets.
Angara adds silver customization across India jewellery range
Angara has enabled silver metal selection across eligible jewellery designs on its India website in January 2026, expanding consumer metal choices as price volatility drives demand for flexible fine jewellery options.
Divine Solitaires positions solitaires across life-event jewellery categories
Divine Solitaires outlines its India strategy to position natural diamond solitaires for proposals, anniversaries, birthdays, self-purchase and Mangalsutra ceremonies, aiming to expand repeat-purchase opportunities for jewellery retailers.
GJEPC welcomes zero-duty access under India–EU FTA
GJEPC has responded to the India–EU Free Trade Agreement, stating that zero-duty access for jewellery will support exports, improve competitiveness and help double bilateral gem and jewellery trade within three years.
Jewellery Buying Is Rarely Immediate — And That’s Not a Sales Failure
As jewellery buying shifts toward longer consideration cycles, retailers and manufacturers must reframe hesitation not as failure, but as a trust-led decision process shaped by permanence, complexity, and emotional alignment.
GJEPC unveils ‘Quantum Couture’ theme for Artisan Awards 2026
GJEPC announced “Quantum Couture” as the theme for Artisan Jewellery Design Awards 2026 on 22 January in Mumbai, outlining three design categories and opening entries for industry and student participants nationwide.
De Beers introduces ‘Heera Hai Aapke Liye’ at IIJS Bharat Signature
De Beers Group introduced its ‘Heera Hai Aapke Liye’ program at IIJS Bharat Signature to strengthen natural diamond demand in India by enabling retailers through the INDRA alliance and expanding structured access nationwide.

