IIJW- Mumbai 2013: IGI presents three design talents

The International Gemological Institute (IGI) presented a fresh approach towards jewellery design through the creation of three of its students, at the India International Jewellery week 2013. The International Gemological Institute School of Gemology under the guidance of Tehmasp Printer, Managing Director of IGI offers a variety of in depth courses, extending from Polished Diamonds, Rough Diamonds, Rough Diamonds, Coloured Stones, Pearls, Jewellery Design Courses and Retails Sales Development Programme.

One of its students, Sagar Parikh of Sagar Samir International, presented ‘Adaah’, a collection made with metals and coloured gems. It reflected a trendy approach, with styles being both modern and practical.

Shailesh Rathore created the ‘Rivaaz collection in associate with K P Sanghvi. His designs followed his belief of presenting larger than life pieces, by innovating with forms. The choker piece appeared like fine net sprinkled with pearls. A web of diamonds turned into a V shaped ruby edge creation. Graduating prongs added drama to a necklace and the curved choker with square rube centres matching earring was dramatic.

Mahendra Ramjibhai Italiya was inspired by his passion for flora and fauna and brought forth creations with Hansini Jewels. His “Savannah” collection blended diamonds with precious metal. Moulded diamond collar with a streak of contrasting gems, the angular piece surrounding the neck in white and yellow diamonds the metallic firm creation for the neck with a diamond centre were great beauties.