Throwback | Vogue India

One of my favorite editorials from Vogue India (not to mention EVER!) features gorgeously crafted Indian jewelry and two lovely ladies - Lakshmi Menon and Kamal Sidhu, from October 2007. 

My favorite shots are of the braid jewelry (5th photo) and the multi-strand  waist chain (last photo).

And my lust for Tanishq Continues...

More gorgeous Tanishq jewelry and beautiful ads!
Feel free to drool :)

*Any color editing to photos is done by UnderCover Diva. I do not own any of these images.

Maximum India! | Part 3

More from Maximum India!

Here's even more of the gorgeously crafted jewelry from Jaipur Gem Palace. 

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Do check out the rest of my Maximum India experiences here!

Enjoy!

A huge necklace with uncut emeralds and diamonds. The back of it features enamel work so the necklace can be worn backwards as well!

Boxes and cuffs inlaid with precious stones. I love the little bird with the emerald hanging from its beak!

This huge necklace was exquisite! It was inlaid with kundan work - a conglomerate of uncut stones. On the back, it was inlaid with minakari (enamel) work, so the necklace could be worn on either side.

 

 I like to call this the turban bling-i-fier - with emeralds, diamonds, and pearls, it's the headgear of a king!

Opals and emeralds - the perfect combo.

*All photos copyright Undercover Diva (Tania C)

Maximum India! | Part 2

More from Maximum India!

This time, some of the gorgeous, drool-worthy jewelry displayed from Jaipur Gem Palace. 

The Gem Palace was established in 1852 by the erstwhile Kasliwal family of Jaipur. Jewellers for over eight generations, the Kasliwals even have the distinction of being court jewellers to Moghul emperors. Situated in the heart of the royal city of Jaipur, The Gem Palace is a must-visit for connossieurs of fine jewellery. From antique jewels from the coffers of Maharajas to contemporary designs studded with the precious gemstones, the shop has it all.  

{From the Jaipur Gem Palace website}

Take a look! 

 A ridiculously opulent necklace and headpiece - made of hundreds and hundreds of pearls and studded with diamonds and other precious gems! It was stunning to look at - the photo doesn't do it justice! 

 A diamond brooch and tassel necklace.

A beautiful minakari (enamel-inlaid) box, enamel earrings, and carved bird ring with rubies and emeralds. 

 Ruby and emerald necklace. 

Like I said, absolutely drool-worthy, and most certainly fit for a queen.  
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More to come soon! 

*All photos copyright Undercover Diva (Tania C)

Lakme Fashion Week 2010 | Anita Dongre

Anita Dongre at Lakme Fashion Week! The clothes were cool, especially the ethnic ones, but the jewelry by Amrapali was what really caught my eye! LOVE!

 

All that glitters in this case, is silver! I love silver ethnic jewelry -- especially statement pieces! Have I mentioned how much I heart Amrapali!

 

The jewelry! OMG!

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Festival Season!

There is a definite chill in the air, which totally means that Indian festival season is close by! Durga Puja, Diwali, Navaratri -- it's all coming up! A very exciting and colorful time for all of us. Which, of course, means that it's time for a new Indian wardrobe!!

Festivals mean bright color, sequins, lots of bling and hot shoes. Check out a few favorites from my festival wish lists! :)

First, jewelry. Accessories are the best part of a wardrobe -- you can wear something simple, and totally jazz it up with tons of cool accessories!

Gorgeous earrings and a cuff from Popli & Sons (spotted on exclusively.in)

 Statement brooches and cuffs from jewelry designer Farah Khan.

{Farah Khan}

 1. Forever 21 Textured Ivory Ring

2. Forever 21 Beaded Warrior Necklace

3. Forever 21 Jeweled Owl Stretch Ring

4. Forever21 Opulent Shield Ring

{Forever 21}

5. Forever 21 Fancy Rhinestone Ring

6. Forever 21 Elegant Filigree Earrings

7. Forever 21 Peacock Polished Earrings

{Forever 21}

Tanishq

Tanishq, one of my favorite window-shopping jewelry stores, is launching a new collection titled Gold of Narlai. The collection takes inspiration from the village of Narlai in Rajasthan, India.

Here's a quick look at a part of the collection --

I absolutely love Tanishq's jewelry to death -- if I could afford it, I would buy everything!!

I will do a post of jewelry love soon :)

(all images from www.stylekandy.com)