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A piece of diamond is more than just aesthetically pleasing to the eye—it’s an enduring symbol of love, romance, and commitment. For centuries, these precious stones have been carved into exquisite pieces of jewellery around the globe. India, being a gem-bearing country, has been a treasure-trove of various precious stones and has enticed many a traveller, trader, and invader alike. Transgressing through time and history, diamonds have long been an indispensable part of a bride’s wedding trousseau. Just as Indian societies Indian weddings have evolved over the last two decades, so have the jewellery needs of the modern bride grown. Nakshatra Diamonds have been long-standing pioneers in bridal jewellers with offerings in large diamond sets, mangalsutras, and tamaniya set in contemporary diamonds instead of traditional gold.

Vivaah Collection

The brand unveiled its latest collection, Vivaah, with its USP lying in seamlessly integrating contemporary styling with elements of tradition and Indian culture. The designs are inspired by celestial elements in the sky and the seven-petalled flowers-a metaphor for the seven star constellation Saptarishi Mandalam. A harbinger of divine luck, the motifs in the necklace make it an auspicious purchase or gift for the bride. Each Nakshatra jewellery piece is hand-crafted with hallmarked gold, certified diamonds, and is put through a rigorous quality-control process. Wedding jewellery, especially one’s bridal set holds unmatched significance, which can never be quantified and measured. The jewels are usually passed down through generations, which causes it to be riddled with sentimental value. One redeeming quality of Nakshatra jewels is that they are at the forefront of creating jewellery with high quality raw materials giving it a certain immortality. The entire process of crafting a Nakshatra piece transforms it into a timeless classic, one that will be loved for its beauty and perfection for a long time to come.

The Vivaah collection by Nakshatra is a stylised interpretation of the seven-petalled diamond flowers believed to be auspicious in nature .

Mandala Collection

Weddings have always been a family affair in India. For generations relatives, friends, and families have been gathering together from corners of the country to bestow the newlyweds with blessings. The past decade has seen a change in wedding traditions, with the concept of a bridal party and bridesmaids trickling into traditional Indian weddings. Adapting to the times, Nakshatra’s newest collection Mandala combines a minimalistic aesthetic with a touch of opulence to create jewels ideal for the bridal party. In line with the Vivaah collection, the Mandala too draws inspiration from the constellations in the sky, however its interpretation is alot more mellow to suit its audience. The seven-petalled flower is a recurring leitmotif throughout the collection manifesting in the form of dainty bracelets, earrings, and delicate necklaces. It uses the balance of different visual elements that symbolise coming together to depict the unity and harmony of our lives and its cosmic significance. The strong circular element represents wholeness or the circle of life. Each creation is crafted in 18k gold inlaid with carefully-carved diamonds that emit an unmatched brilliance. With extraordinary workmanship along with exquisite cut, colour, clarity, and carats, Nakshatra is for the contemporary bride who wants nothing less than the best for her and her family on her wedding day.

Crafted in 18k gold set with diamonds, the Mandala collection evokes an imagery of divine constellations.