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Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Fashion Friday Feature: Sabyasachi Mukherjee on Special Jewellery
Sabyasachi Mukherjee, and his claim to fame.
Designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee or better known simply as Sabyasachi is one of the few Indian designers who has gained international recognition for his work as well as a loyal fan following worldwide. Although, his design sensibility is firmly Indian, his unique combination of prints, textures, and colors cut in contemporary silhouettes have created an inimitable style and given his collections a truly global appeal. Sabyasachi graduated from the National Institute of Fashion Technology in Calcutta in 1999 and just four short months later launched his own label. In 2001, he won the Femina British Council’s Most Outstanding Young Designer of India Award, which took him to London for an internship with designer Georgina Von Etzdorf. The internship was a instrumental in helping the designer to broaden his world view and design sensibilities. Upon his return, Sabyasachi began retailing in all the major stores in India. In 2002, he participated in his first fashion week at Lakme Fashion Week where his debut collection earned him rave reviews from both the national and international press. Women’s Wear Daily, considered the most respected international trade magazine, called Sabyasachi the “future of Indian fashion.”
Design Aesthetic
Sabyasachi brought a completely different design aesthetic to Indian fashion by challenging the stereotype of what Indian fashion should look and feel like by ironically focusing almost exclusively on Indian craft and textiles. Sabyasachi realized early on that in order to succeed in the international market, it was not about westernizing Indian garments but rather modernizing styles and shapes to create mass market appeal. And thus he focused on using local, handwoven fabrics like khadi, handloom silk as well as regional arts like block printing, bandhani and gota work as a way to both promote and preserve the country’s artisinal heritage. His pieces tend to have a vintage, almost yesteryear look to them but his designs are always modern, chic and elegant. Of his designs, Sabyasachi has said, “A lot of Indian women like wearing clothing which defines them as Indian. I might be doing Western clothing, I might be doing Indian clothing, but there is always a common denominator, and that is India. If you look at the approach, if you look at the artistry, if you look at the textiles, there’s always a strong indigenous feel.” (Business of Fashion)
Sabyasachi Mukherjee, and his claim to fame.
Designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee or better known simply as Sabyasachi is one of the few Indian designers who has gained international recognition for his work as well as a loyal fan following worldwide. Although, his design sensibility is firmly Indian, his unique combination of prints, textures, and colors cut in contemporary silhouettes have created an inimitable style and given his collections a truly global appeal. Sabyasachi graduated from the National Institute of Fashion Technology in Calcutta in 1999 and just four short months later launched his own label. In 2001, he won the Femina British Council’s Most Outstanding Young Designer of India Award, which took him to London for an internship with designer Georgina Von Etzdorf. The internship was a instrumental in helping the designer to broaden his world view and design sensibilities. Upon his return, Sabyasachi began retailing in all the major stores in India. In 2002, he participated in his first fashion week at Lakme Fashion Week where his debut collection earned him rave reviews from both the national and international press. Women’s Wear Daily, considered the most respected international trade magazine, called Sabyasachi the “future of Indian fashion.”
Design Aesthetic
Sabyasachi brought a completely different design aesthetic to Indian fashion by challenging the stereotype of what Indian fashion should look and feel like by ironically focusing almost exclusively on Indian craft and textiles. Sabyasachi realized early on that in order to succeed in the international market, it was not about westernizing Indian garments but rather modernizing styles and shapes to create mass market appeal. And thus he focused on using local, handwoven fabrics like khadi, handloom silk as well as regional arts like block printing, bandhani and gota work as a way to both promote and preserve the country’s artisinal heritage. His pieces tend to have a vintage, almost yesteryear look to them but his designs are always modern, chic and elegant. Of his designs, Sabyasachi has said, “A lot of Indian women like wearing clothing which defines them as Indian. I might be doing Western clothing, I might be doing Indian clothing, but there is always a common denominator, and that is India. If you look at the approach, if you look at the artistry, if you look at the textiles, there’s always a strong indigenous feel.” (Business of Fashion)
Designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee or better known simply as Sabyasachi is one of the few Indian designers who has gained international recognition for his work as well as a loyal fan following worldwide. Although, his design sensibility is firmly Indian, his unique combination of prints, textures, and colors cut in contemporary silhouettes have created an inimitable style and given his collections a truly global appeal. Sabyasachi graduated from the National Institute of Fashion Technology in Calcutta in 1999 and just four short months later launched his own label. In 2001, he won the Femina British Council’s Most Outstanding Young Designer of India Award, which took him to London for an internship with designer Georgina Von Etzdorf. The internship was a instrumental in helping the designer to broaden his world view and design sensibilities. Upon his return, Sabyasachi began retailing in all the major stores in India. In 2002, he participated in his first fashion week at Lakme Fashion Week where his debut collection earned him rave reviews from both the national and international press. Women’s Wear Daily, considered the most respected international trade magazine, called Sabyasachi the “future of Indian fashion.”
Design Aesthetic
Sabyasachi brought a completely different design aesthetic to Indian fashion by challenging the stereotype of what Indian fashion should look and feel like by ironically focusing almost exclusively on Indian craft and textiles. Sabyasachi realized early on that in order to succeed in the international market, it was not about westernizing Indian garments but rather modernizing styles and shapes to create mass market appeal. And thus he focused on using local, handwoven fabrics like khadi, handloom silk as well as regional arts like block printing, bandhani and gota work as a way to both promote and preserve the country’s artisinal heritage. His pieces tend to have a vintage, almost yesteryear look to them but his designs are always modern, chic and elegant. Of his designs, Sabyasachi has said, “A lot of Indian women like wearing clothing which defines them as Indian. I might be doing Western clothing, I might be doing Indian clothing, but there is always a common denominator, and that is India. If you look at the approach, if you look at the artistry, if you look at the textiles, there’s always a strong indigenous feel.” (Business of Fashion)
Sabyasachi Mukherjee, and his claim to fame.
Designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee or better known simply as Sabyasachi is one of the few Indian designers who has gained international recognition for his work as well as a loyal fan following worldwide. Although, his design sensibility is firmly Indian, his unique combination of prints, textures, and colors cut in contemporary silhouettes have created an inimitable style and given his collections a truly global appeal. Sabyasachi graduated from the National Institute of Fashion Technology in Calcutta in 1999 and just four short months later launched his own label. In 2001, he won the Femina British Council’s Most Outstanding Young Designer of India Award, which took him to London for an internship with designer Georgina Von Etzdorf. The internship was a instrumental in helping the designer to broaden his world view and design sensibilities. Upon his return, Sabyasachi began retailing in all the major stores in India. In 2002, he participated in his first fashion week at Lakme Fashion Week where his debut collection earned him rave reviews from both the national and international press. Women’s Wear Daily, considered the most respected international trade magazine, called Sabyasachi the “future of Indian fashion.”
Design Aesthetic
Sabyasachi brought a completely different design aesthetic to Indian fashion by challenging the stereotype of what Indian fashion should look and feel like by ironically focusing almost exclusively on Indian craft and textiles. Sabyasachi realized early on that in order to succeed in the international market, it was not about westernizing Indian garments but rather modernizing styles and shapes to create mass market appeal. And thus he focused on using local, handwoven fabrics like khadi, handloom silk as well as regional arts like block printing, bandhani and gota work as a way to both promote and preserve the country’s artisinal heritage. His pieces tend to have a vintage, almost yesteryear look to them but his designs are always modern, chic and elegant. Of his designs, Sabyasachi has said, “A lot of Indian women like wearing clothing which defines them as Indian. I might be doing Western clothing, I might be doing Indian clothing, but there is always a common denominator, and that is India. If you look at the approach, if you look at the artistry, if you look at the textiles, there’s always a strong indigenous feel.” (Business of Fashion)
Latest and Exclusive Trends in Indian Wedding Jewelry
The lyrics from Carol Channing’s song, “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend“, is perfect illustration of how Diamonds never go out of fashion. Nazuk says that Diamond jewelry is evergreen and is something that is always trendy. Elaborating on the current style of diamond jewelry, Nazuk said that many fancy shapes and cuts of diamonds, like Marquise (leaf shaped) and pear/tear drops are very much in.
Check out this beautiful Marquise Cut Diamond Bracelet
Beautiful Pear Cut Engagement Ring
The different cuts combined with colored diamonds is an upcoming trend. There are many to choose from: blue, yellow – which tend to be most common, and pink/purple – which tend to be very expensive. Colored diamonds can be natural, which are very expensive, and treated, which are more economical. Colored diamonds will definitely add an extra oomph to your piece of jewelry!
Check out this gorgeous necklace with yellow colored diamonds
Then there are also colored sapphires, which are available in almost all the colors ranging from blue, orange, yellow, pink etc. Colored sapphires are cheaper than colored diamonds. Another option can be tourmaline, which are semi precious stones, and are an economical option. They are much more cheaper compared to colored diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and emeralds. These definitely add a great style and color to your diamond jewelry.
Nazuk mentioned that another way to make your jewelry stylish is to use carved emeralds, coral and turquoise along with diamonds. She says that flower shaped coral or turquoise or cabochon cut colored stones with diamonds (stone that is shaped and polished as opposed to faceted) look exquisite!
Check out these beautiful pair of turquoise (flower shaped) and diamond chandelier earrings with pear shaped Quartz drops, designed by Nazuk:
Diamond Chandelier Earrings Designed by Nazuk Aggarwal
Nazuk says that chunky and bold jewelry is in. For your cocktail or engagement party you can wear a bold bracelet with chandelier earrings or a cocktail ring with a heavy necklace.
Cocktail Ring with pink stone and diamonds
Bold and Beautiful - Diamond Necklace
Gorgeous Diamond Bracelet
A few styles that are also in fashion today are Victorian style Jewelry (which was worn in Victorian era – half silver, half gold with flat diamonds) and Rose Cut Jewelry in open setting (where diamond is cut such that the top looks like a mountain).
Check out this Victorian style estate diamond brooch/pendant
Check out this Rose Cut Diamond Pendant
For weddings, traditional jewelry, especially polki (uncut diamond) looks gorgeous! Polki jewelry is from Mughal Era and is very much in fashion. Many variations of polki are available. One such variation is polki combined with diamonds. It gives a very full look when worn on your wedding day. These days bigger size polki with designs around it is the latest trend. Matha Patti or Maang teeka with Jhoomar with a nice nath, haath phool, amulet, necklace and earrings/jhumkas make a beautiful set and looks absolutely stunning. Big polki rings worn on the thumb also look really nice. Polki jewelry can also be worn for Mehendi.
Check out this beautiful Marquise Cut Diamond Bracelet
Beautiful Pear Cut Engagement Ring
The different cuts combined with colored diamonds is an upcoming trend. There are many to choose from: blue, yellow – which tend to be most common, and pink/purple – which tend to be very expensive. Colored diamonds can be natural, which are very expensive, and treated, which are more economical. Colored diamonds will definitely add an extra oomph to your piece of jewelry!
Check out this gorgeous necklace with yellow colored diamonds
Then there are also colored sapphires, which are available in almost all the colors ranging from blue, orange, yellow, pink etc. Colored sapphires are cheaper than colored diamonds. Another option can be tourmaline, which are semi precious stones, and are an economical option. They are much more cheaper compared to colored diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and emeralds. These definitely add a great style and color to your diamond jewelry.
Nazuk mentioned that another way to make your jewelry stylish is to use carved emeralds, coral and turquoise along with diamonds. She says that flower shaped coral or turquoise or cabochon cut colored stones with diamonds (stone that is shaped and polished as opposed to faceted) look exquisite!
Check out these beautiful pair of turquoise (flower shaped) and diamond chandelier earrings with pear shaped Quartz drops, designed by Nazuk:
Diamond Chandelier Earrings Designed by Nazuk Aggarwal
Nazuk says that chunky and bold jewelry is in. For your cocktail or engagement party you can wear a bold bracelet with chandelier earrings or a cocktail ring with a heavy necklace.
Cocktail Ring with pink stone and diamonds
Bold and Beautiful - Diamond Necklace
Gorgeous Diamond Bracelet
A few styles that are also in fashion today are Victorian style Jewelry (which was worn in Victorian era – half silver, half gold with flat diamonds) and Rose Cut Jewelry in open setting (where diamond is cut such that the top looks like a mountain).
Check out this Victorian style estate diamond brooch/pendant
Check out this Rose Cut Diamond Pendant
For weddings, traditional jewelry, especially polki (uncut diamond) looks gorgeous! Polki jewelry is from Mughal Era and is very much in fashion. Many variations of polki are available. One such variation is polki combined with diamonds. It gives a very full look when worn on your wedding day. These days bigger size polki with designs around it is the latest trend. Matha Patti or Maang teeka with Jhoomar with a nice nath, haath phool, amulet, necklace and earrings/jhumkas make a beautiful set and looks absolutely stunning. Big polki rings worn on the thumb also look really nice. Polki jewelry can also be worn for Mehendi.
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Bridal Jewelry Necklaces
the wedding day the Indian bride wants to look best when all when all eyes are set on her. Bride's make up, hairstyle and outfit should be perfectly matched. Her overall look should match her personality. From the bridal outfit to her make up and hairstyle everything should add to her beauty and compliment each other. For a bride her wedding dress is of her most priority. In our Indian society from the time the girl understands the meaning of marriage from that day onwards she dreams how she will dress on her wedding day. So lots of effort and preparations are made before the wedding day. Shopping starts months before the marriage. Nowadays, one gets to see the latest trends in marriages. People today are more conscious about their look. They are more particular about the type of clothes they wear and the make up or hairstyle they do. They are willing to spend huge sums of money on bridal wear. Nowadays Indian marriages are celebrated very lavishly.People are opting for exclusive designer wear. Therefore the Indian market has various options to offer for the wedding season. The latest trends in today's bridal wear are short cholis with pants with elaborate embroidery, short kurtas with zari embroidery are still very much in vogue, with broad salwaars or embroidered pants, and shararas are back in fashion. Sequins work and handwork is very much in demand along with beadwork. Designer Indian bridal wear are available in different styles and prices. Saris are very much in fashion for the wedding season. Just like the bridal wear the other aspects of a bride is also looked after like the make up and hairstyle, which is also important to give a complete to the bride.
Bridal Jewelry Necklaces
Your wedding day calls for amazing ornaments which make you lookout of this world. A bride certainly has to look distinctive and special on her wedding day. In this regard, the importance of bridal jewelry is undeniable. You need the best bridal jewellery to feel out of this world.
When it comes to the choice of bridal jewelry, pearls ar a great choice. They ar a perfect embodiment of classic and timeless elegance which will make you look lovely on your wedding day. Widely regarded as a perfect accessory for weddings, pearl bridal jewellery will augment the worth and feel of your dress in an amazing way.
You can find some beautiful bridal jewellery in Pearl. Bridal Pearl necklaces are generally available in six lengths. These are collar, choker, princess, matinee, opera, and rope. A pearl collar is normally 12 to 13 inches long and comprises of at least three threads of pearls. In case your bridal gown has a plunging neckline, a V-neck or if it is strapless, the pearl collar will be most fitting for you.
On the other hand, a pearl choker is normally 14 to 16 inches long and is perfect for bridal gowns. You can wear it with high and plunging necklines. Furthermore, the matinee pearl necklace is normally 20 to 25 inches, and is perfect for high necklines.
The opera pearl necklace is 27 to 36 inches, and can be worn with high necklines. You can also wrap it to make it into a double strand to make a choker.
The pearl rope necklace is 40 to 72 inches and sometimes even longer. Its amazing duration is what makes it the perfect bridal jewelry. You can loop it into double or triple strands and can also wear it on the wrist. Some brides also like to wear it on the back of a backless wedding gown. An opera-length pearl necklace is yet great bridal jewelry which will beautify you in a sensational way. With these and many more, pearl bridal jewelry will leave some ever lasting impression on the onlooker and your husband on your weddingday
pearl necklace
Special Occasions ~ Healing Gemstone Wedding Jewellery
Your wedding day is special. You have the perfect dress... the perfect flowers... the perfect partner. Now top it all off with the perfect Wedding Jewellery!
Below are photos of some wedding jewellery I have created in the past. I am ready to create something special just for you too ~ for the bride, bridesmaids and mother-of-the-bride.
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Kundan Wedding Jewelry
colored beads renders a charming finishing touch to these wedding sets. Kundan Necklace Sets consists of a gorgeous Wedding Necklace and a pair of beautiful Kundan danglers. Certain Kundaan Neckklace Sets also include a pretty maang teeka. Maang teeka usually forms an integral part of Wedding or Bridal Kundan Necklace Sets. However, Kundan Necklace Sets featuring a small maang teeka are a great option for Festival Jewelry too. Kundan Necklace featuring beautiful workmanship makes a woman look astoundingly beautiful and the glamorous look that these render truly adds to the celebrations.
antique jewellery
What is 15 carat Gold? 15 carat gold is gold of.625 purity, that is 625 parts of pure gold per 1000 parts. Pure gold is very expensive and also quite soft so it is mixed with other materials to give a harder and cheaper material that is more suitable and longer lasting than pure gold for use in jewellery. The other materials include copper, silver, iron, platinum and aluminium. The colour of the gold can be altered using different metals in the blend, for example rose gold is produced by having a high level of copper in the mix. 15 carat gold can theoretically be any colour that gold can be made in but normally you will find it as yellow or rose gold
How can i Identify 15 carat gold?
British antique jewellery which is made of 15 carat gold will be hallmarked with the number 15 and.625. If the piece of jewellery is quite light weight it may just be stamped 15ct. If there are the full hallmarks you would also expect to find a town mark, a date letter and the gold standard mark for the town which would help to give an exact date.
When was 15 carat gold used?
It was only a legal standard of gold in British jewellery between 1854 and 1931. During this time 12 carat (.5 or 500 parts per thousand) was also used. These two standards were replaced by 14 carat in 1932. Neither 12 or 15 carat gold were legal standards before 1854. This means tat any piece of antique gold jewellery from Britain with the 15 carat hallmark dates somewhere between 1854 and 1931 and you have a genuine piece of antique or vintage jewellery.
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Bridal Designs Wedding Jewellery
bridal Designs Wedding Jewellery is handcrafted using only the finest materials: beautiful Swarovski crystals,lustrous Swarovski pearls and stunning Sterling silver which when combined give the pieces a contemporary yet sophisticated look.Each piece is unique and custom made to order to your own specifications. Necklaces and bracelets are made in your chosen length. Pendants come with a choice of a 16″ or 18″ Sterling silver chain. Earrings can be made with post and butterfly, hook or clip-on ear fittings.
In addition
Designer Wedding Jewellery
it is full of gold necklace set for bride it is heavy necklace set for bride
wedding jewellery for bride
it is full of gold and in between white colour stones and red colour stones earring
Asian wedding jewellery
Most brides will opt for the full on necklace and earring set, with a matching tika and panja. However more recently there has been a trend to go more demure by wearing dainty crystal sets to the registry or to the engagement party. Some brides even go very simple on the actual wedding day and reception to when it comes to their Asian wedding jewellery. as usual all I can say is adopt a style that you feel most comfortable in, as it’s all about individual style when it comes to Asian wedding jewellery
Expensive jewelry
it is full of diamond stones it is blue and white stones and earrings it is party wear. 
Wedding jewellery
I am inspired by beautiful colors and love the satisfaction of playing with co lours and shapes, arranging and rearranging so they look their best and compliment each other
diamond wedding jewellery
it is full of diamonds set for wedding especially for bride it looks very attractive when bride wear it gives very attractive
Crystals Wedding Jewellery Set
If you are looking for something a little more personal you can get crystal wedding jewelry inside and outside the band. Most of the couples choosing in and some stores offer to do before the goods shipped. many people individuality and daring spirit in the best way. You can find a large number of variations of colors like ocean blue, light peach, cream and pink.
Bride Jewelry
Every woman wants to look perfectly great and stunning during their wedding day. Since it is one of the most special moments of a woman’s life, no one would ever desire to look extremely torn. Because of this, every soon to be bride is given a wide array of options when it comes to bride jewelry set. They can pick up which among the jewellery sets best fits their wedding theme and their wedding gowns. If you are a soon to be bride, then rest assured that you can find the best jewelry set for you
Wedding Jewelry
Wedding jewellery is not just dazzling pieces of valuable stones and metals. They are treasured as symbols of love and commitment. So Wedding jewelleries are stylish, graceful and have an undying excellence is jewellery emphasize your personality and your attire. There are countless colour variants, so you may have to bring your wedding dress with you when selecting your wedding jewellery.
Diamond Jewellery
diamond gold necklace set for woman its looks very attractive and it suits for bride and its wear for wedding not casualwear.
Monday, September 19, 2011
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