Splendid creations of ethnic jewellery
KOCHI: Hunting for an elegant New Year gift for someone special? Poke into the display and sale of Art Karat’s new designer jewellery line ‘Parampara’ at Abad Plaza. More than 500 pieces of contemporary and traditional designs inspired by timeless ethnic jewellery patterns are on display. Apart from the chunky designer pieces, this time Art Karat features a good collection of dainty and contemporary designs for generation next brides. From antique toe rings to exotic neckpieces, the magnificent wedding collection created by ace designer Asha Kamal Modi includes all essentials for an Indian bride. All the pieces use silver as a base with 22 carat gold plating embellished with authentic precious and semi-precious gemstones. The price range starts at Rs 500 and goes upto 55,000, much cheaper than similar pieces made in gold. “ The rate will be seven to ten times higher in gold,” says B D Rao, vice president of marketing, Art Karat. Parijata bajubandh made of pearls and turquoise can also be used a choker. The mogra hairpin with intricate designs is elegance in a nutshell. Wearing it with ethnic Indian clothes will make many heads turn for sure. Chunky kundan anklets available in single pieces can be worn along both ethnic stuff and casuals. You are sure to make a style statement wearing the pavitra brooch with rubies, polkis and green onyx set on an enamel base.
The splendid manikarnika necklace is perfect for a bride with its exotic charm created by pearls, zircons and tourmalines, but the manikarnika earrings crafted with zircons and rubies goes with all styles. The padakkam bajubandh flaunts keri shaped motifs ornate with polki and rubies. Worn around the upper arm, this armlet stands out amidst all accessories bringing out the princess in you. The pearl and ruby necklace with a cute madhubani painting of Krishna and Radha in it is a unique creation by the skilled artisans of Rajasthan. “We also provide customised designing, you can ask us for a particular design, or step in with a pattern you like, and we make it for you,” says Rao. Art Karat has sixteen exclusive boutiques across India and holds regular shows at Dubai, the UK and the US. There is a lifetime guarantee for all the jewellery purchased at Art Karat and maintenance is absolutely free. “ There is an exchange offer too. If you are bored with a particular jewellery piece after wearing it two or three times you can exchange it at a 25% cut,” he adds. The Parampara show at Abad Plaza is on till December 22. Drop in any time between 11 am to 8 pm.
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