The Guiding Lights of 2025: Five Personalities Shaping Our Future
Theywillshineabeaconasthefewinenlightenment
throughthemazesof2025,justastheyshape perspectivesandmouldtheworld'scourse.These fivemostpowerfulmindsarenocelebritiesbutbyhow muchtheycanchangelivesinsignificanthumanpursuitsis undisputable.
Fromapowerfulcombinationofvisionarythinking,ethical leadership,andprofoundunderstandingofthe interconnectedchallengesthatfacehumanity,theywill drawtheirstrength.Theywillbechangedevenfromthe usualbordersbecausetheywillbecrossingdisciplinary boundaries-findcorrelatingwaystowardcollaborative solutions.
Animportantattributewouldbecommitmenttomoral innovation.Theywilladvocateresponsibleadvancesin society'stools,ensuringfortheglobalgoodandnecessity ofriskeyes.Theirvoicesandpresencewillbevery significantintermsofdealingwiththeethicsinvolvedwith artificialintelligence,biotechnology,andotheremerging fields.
Theywouldalsobeveryhighlyvocalaboutsocialjustice andecologicalsustainability.Theywoulddeclaimagainst systematiciniquities,promoteinputsthataremore inclusive,andadvocatethosethatsecuretheearth.Their powerswouldbebeyondreactivetalk,forthesewould kick-startrealchangeandaction,makingsomefeelpartof thegoal.
Mostimportantly,theseindividualswillcommunicate effectively.Theypossesstheraretalentthattranslates complexideasintoveryaccessiblelanguage,inspiringand mobilizingdifferentaudiences.Theirnarrativeswill resonatewithauthenticity,fosteringtrustandsparking meaningfuldialogue.
Theywouldbemastersofadaptationandflexible,ina sense,couldeasilygowiththechangethattheevolving landscapeofglobalchallengesoffers.Theycouldbechange agentsorinnovatorsforoneandtherebybecomemotivating forcesforotherstoembracethegrowthmindset.
Editor’s Note
Theirinfluencewouldbefeltbeyondboundariesoftheir professions,theculturalhistorythatwillbemakingwaves inthefuture.Theywillbethoughtleaderswhoofferthe barometeroverwhichthepublicraisesitsdiscussionand debate.Perspectiveswillgenerallybesoughtfromthem, theirvoicesamplified,andtheiractionsemulated.
In2025,‘The5MostInfluentialPersonalitiestoFollow in2025,’adorningthisexclusiveeditionof CioWorld India, willbeshiningbeaconsforahopefulfuturetowardswhich wearepressedtomarch:amorejust,moresustainable,and moreinnovativetomorrow.Theywillcarrywiththemthe reminderofwhatthehumanmindcandowhenputtogether withpeople.Influencewillnotbefoundinephemeral trendsbutinthelong-lastingimpressionthatwillmakea betterworld.
Rambhajo’s Century-Old Legacy
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Personalities
to Follow in 2025
DrAbhishekGilara, Director Featuring Brief
GauravGupta, AssociateVice PresidentofInvestment andTrading
NinadVaradkar, SVPandGroupCISO
VikramSakhuja, GroupCEOMadisonMedia &OOH
AnishaSinghistheFoundingPartnerofSheCapital,an earlystagefund,thatinvestsinhighgrowthwomenled businesses.
AtthehelmofRambhajo's,aprestigiouscentury-oldjewellery houseanditsmodernextensionandAdvitJewels,DrAbhishek’s leadershipisgroundedinstrategicbusinessplanningand entrepreneurship.
GauravGupta,theAssociateVicePresidentofInvestmentand Tradinghasanextensiveexpertiseindigitalmarketing,media buying,andstrategicplanning.
EdelweissFinancialServicesLimitedhasappointedNinad VaradkarasSeniorVicePresidentandGroupChief InformationSecurityOfficer(CISO)inDecember2024.
VikramistheEquityPartnerandGroupCEOofMadison Media&OOH,India'slargestindependentMediaAgency.
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Whatdifferentiatesthemost
influentialpersonalities likeDrAbhishekGilara fromtherest?LeaderslikeDr Abhishekhavetheknackofnotonly impactingtheirpersonaland professionalspheresbutalso transforminginnumerablelivesand drivingglobalsocietiesaheadonthe pathofareformedfuturethatis prosperous,wealthy,fullofjoy, delight,andequalforall.What’smore, DrAbhishekdoesitparallellyin differentrealms.
TheFirstRealm:Rambhajo’sand AdvitJewels
DrAbhishek,thevisionaryDirectorof Rambhajo'sandAdvitJewels,stands atthehelmofacentury-oldlegacy Thecompany,renownedforits exquisiteKundan,Meena,Polki,and Jadaubridaljewelry,hasserved countlessclientsworldwide.Witha deep-rootedheritageanda commitmenttoqualitycraftsmanship, Rambhajo'sandAdvitJewelshave becomeatrustednameintheindustry
Rambhajo'sandAdvitJewelsstandas oneoftheworld'spremierwholesalers specializinginKundan,Meena,Polki, andJadaubridaljewelry.Withadeeprootedheritageextendingover103 years,wehaveservedover850,000 clientsinbothwholesaleandretail categoriesacrossfivecontinents.“Our expertise lies particularly in the realm of bridal jewelry, offering exquisite. Our commitment to quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction has firmly established us as a trusted name in the industry,”says DrAbhishek.
He leads with passion: Hehasbeen oneofthevisionariesbehind Rambhajo'sandisatrueartisanwitha passionforcraftingexquisitejewellery
AthisJaipur-basedatelier,hepersonallyselectseach diamondandgemstone,ensuringthatonlythefinest materialsareusedtocreatehismasterpieces.Withaneye foruniquedesignsandacommitmenttoquality,Dr AbhishekhashelpedintheestablishmentofRambhajo'sas arenownednameintheIndianjewelryindustry.His creations,celebratedfortheirunparalleledbeautyand craftsmanship,havecaptivatedtheheartsofdiscerning customersacrossthecountry.
Furthermore,DrAbhishekisdedicatedtodrivingthe growthandevolutionofRambhajo'sandAdvitJewels.By seamlesslyblendingtraditionwithinnovation,heensures thebrand'scontinuedsuccess.Heoverseesallaspectsofthe business,frominternaloperationstoexternalmarketingand collaborations.Hisfocusontechnologicaladvancements enhancesthecustomerexperience,whilehiscommitmentto traditionalcraftsmanshipmaintainsthebrand'sheritage. Throughhisstrategicleadership,Rambhajo'sandAdvit Jewelsremainattheforefrontoftheindustry,settingnew standardsofexcellence.
BlendingHeritagewithModernity
DrAbhishek’sleadershipstyleepitomizesthebalance betweenhonouringheritageandembracingmodernity.“We are proud of our legacy, but we also recognize the importance of adapting to the changing needs of our clients,”heexplains.ThisdualfocushasledRambhajo's andAdvitJewelstoinnovatecontinuously,fromadopting cutting-edgetechnologyintheiroperationstocreating bespokejewellerypiecesthatresonatewithcontemporary tastes.
Thebrand’sbridaljewelry,knownforitsintricate craftsmanshipandtimelessdesigns,remainsafavourite amongdiscerningclients.Whetherit’satraditionalKundan necklaceoramodernPolkibracelet,eachcreationreflects thededicationandartistryofDrAbhishekandhisteam.
DrAbhishekisdedicatedtoestablishingRambhajo’sand AdvitJewelsastheworld'sleadingbrandsinthejewellery segment.Heworkstirelesslytobuildastrongteamand enhancetechnologiesandstrategies,allaimedatcreating refinedandexceptionaljewelry
TheSecondRealm:Diversification Rambhajo'sandAdvitJewelshasnotonlyestablisheda firmfootholdinthejewelryindustrybuthasalso strategicallydiversifiedintorealestate,markingaboldnew chapterinitsgrowthstory.Undertheleadershipof
DrAbhishekGilara,thefamilybusinesshasbranchedout throughJanakNandaniBuildHomesLtd.,reflectinga forward-thinkingapproachtoenterprise.
Thisrealestateventurefocuseson:
Developing approximately 2,500 Low-Income Group (LIG) flats, providing affordable housing solutions.
Designing and launching farmhouse schemes for those seeking luxurious living spaces.
Engaging in land sales, creating opportunities for investments and residential development.
This diversification underscores the company’s drive to create value beyond jewellery while contributing to the real estate landscape by offering affordable and aspirational housing solutions.
TheThirdRealm:CommitmenttoSocialResponsibility andEmpoweringArtisans
DrAbhishek'sdedicationtosocialwelfareisexemplified throughhisunwaveringsupportfor30orphanedchildren, guidingthemtowardalifeofindependenceandselfsustenance.Hiseffortsgobeyondmerefinancialassistance; DrAbhishekisdeeplyinvolvedinnurturingtheirgrowth, providingthemwitheducation,emotionalsupport,andlife skillsessentialfortheirfuture.Byfocusingonholistic development,heensuresthesechildrenareempoweredto leaddignified,self-reliantlives,reflectinghisbeliefin givingbacktosocietyandcreatinglong-lasting,meaningful impact.
Throughdedicatedtrainingandmentorship,DrAbhishek hasempowered400underprivilegedindividualstobecome skilledartisans,providingthemwiththecraftsmanshipand stabilitytosupportthemselvesandtheirfamilies.
TheFourthRealm:LeadershipandPrestigious Memberships
AsDirector,DrAbhishekblendsentrepreneurialspiritwith socialresponsibility.Heisanactivememberofseveral prestigiousorganizationsinJaipur,playingakeyrolein bothbusinessandcommunitydevelopment.
His memberships include:
CorporateClub–RecentlyservedasExperienceChair, fosteringprofessionalgrowthandnetworking.
YoungJewellersOrganisationofJaipur–Wherehe mentorsthenextgenerationofjewellers.
GemandJewelleryExportPromotionCouncil(GJEPC)
–AsanAllIndiaMember,contributingtotheglobalgrowth ofIndia’sgemandjewelryindustry
DrAbhishekalsoleadsatradecommitteewithina networkof17,000BMPbusinesspeople,promoting collaborationandexpandingbusinessopportunities.
TheFifthRealm:AuthorshipofaLiteraryGenius
DrAbhishekGilara'sjourneyasanauthorstandsasa shiningexampleofhowpersonalgrowth,self-discovery, andtheeverydaymomentsoflifecantransforminto profoundliteraryexpressions.Across23insightfulbooks andacompellingbiography,DrAbhishekexploresan extraordinaryrangeofthemes.Fromtheseemingly mundaneactofwashingclothestotheintricatelessons derivedfrombusinessfailures,hisworksseamlesslyblend relatablenarrativeswithtimelesswisdom,encapsulatingthe essenceofthehumanexperience.
OneofDrAbhishek’smostacclaimedliteraryachievements isTheBaldRevelationseries,athought-provoking collectionthataddressesdiverseaspectsoflife,spirituality, andpersonaltransformation.Eachbookwithinthisseries invitesreaderstoembarkonajourneyofintrospection, encouragingthemtoembraceprofoundtruthswhile navigatinglife’scomplexities.Thesetitlesarenotjust books;theyaremirrorsreflectingthedepthofhuman existence,inspiringreaderstodiscovertheirinnerpotential andpurpose.
InadditiontoTheBaldRevelationseries,DrAbhishek’s literaryrepertoireextendstopoetryandreflectivewritings. WorkslikeReflectionsofJoy:AJourneyThroughMy PoemsandtheReflectionsofExperienceseriescapture thedualperspectivesofpersonalandprofessionallife. Thesepiecesshowcasehisexceptionaltalentfordistilling life’sintricatelessonsintopoeticandnarrativeforms, makingthemaccessibleandrelatabletoreadersfromall walksoflife.
HereisDrAbhishek’scompletebooklist:
Ÿ TheBaldRevelation:MyJourneytoSheddingthe Superficial.
Ÿ TheBaldRevelation:Bornagainat46:Thepowerof disciplineandgrowth.
Ÿ TheBaldRevelation:FoodandtheYogiMindset.
Ÿ TheBaldRevelation:WhenCanWeSeeGod.
Ÿ TheBaldRevelation:ManifestingtheYogiMindset.
Ÿ TheBaldRevelation:CelebratingtheEternalJourney
Ÿ TheBaldRevelation:EmbracingtheSageMindset.
Ÿ TheBaldRevelation:ThePathoftheYogi.
Ÿ TheBaldRevelation:TheHappiestManonEarth.
Ÿ ReflectionsofLife:ChaptersonPersonalPerspectives.
Ÿ ReflectionsofExperience:ChaptersonBusiness Perspective.
Ÿ TheBaldRevelation:TheYogiMindsetandSex.
Ÿ TurningRejectionsintoJoy:AJourneyofGrowthand Success.
Ÿ ReflectionsofLife:PoemsonPersonalPerspectives Part2.
Ÿ ReflectionsofExperience:PoemsonBusiness PerspectivesPart5.
Ÿ TurningRejectionsintoJoy–ThePowerofLoveand Understanding–AJourneyto Harmonious Relationships.
Ÿ AreYouRich???
Ÿ ReflectionsofLife:PoemsonPersonalPerspectives Part4.
Ÿ ReflectionsofExperience:PoemsonBusiness PerspectivesPart3.
Ÿ ReflectionsofJoy:AJourneyThroughMyPoems.
Ÿ LifeLiveItWell(IntroductionbyDrAbhishekGilara), byKrishnaVardhanGilara.
Ÿ IsWashingClothesReallySuchaBigDeal?
Ÿ TurningRejectionsintoJoy-TheJourneytoInk: Lessons,LifeandLegacyPart3.
Throughhiswriting,DrAbhishekmasterfullybridgesthegap betweentheordinaryandtheextraordinary,transforming everydayexperiencesintouniversallessons.Hisabilityto weaveinspirationandinsightintohisworkcementshis reputationasaliterarygeniuswhosecontributionsleavea lastingimpactonreadersseekinggrowth,wisdom,and connection.
TheFinalRealm:GainingWisdomandEnjoyinga FamilyLife
DrAbhishekseamlesslybalanceshispersonaland professionallife.Hecherisheshisfamily,includinghiswife of23yearsandtheirtwochildren,TanishkaandKrishna.A passionateadvocateforfitness,DrAbhishekactively participatesinonlinefitnesscampsandhasbeenamemberof TonyRobbins'ArenaCircle.Hisrelentlesspursuitof knowledgeisevidentinhisacademicjourney,whichincludes degreesfromprestigiousinstitutionslikeBabsonCollege, Wharton,andHarvardUniversity Thisstrongfoundationin educationandleadershiphasenabledhimtoexcelinvarious fields,includingjewellery,realestate,andcommunity development.DrAbhishek'scommitmenttoinnovation, coupledwithhisdeep-rootedvalues,hasmadehima respectedfigureinthebusinessworld.
TestamenttoaPraiseworthySuccess
*FEATUREDINFORBES2024:Rambhajo's,a103-yearoldjewellerybusiness,hasbeenfeaturedinForbes, celebratingitscommitmenttoexcellence,tradition,and innovation.Thisrecognitionhonoursthebrand’srich heritageandthededicationofitsteam,withgratitude extendedtoloyalcustomersandsupporters.
*IAFATMANIRBHARBHARATAWARD2024:Dr AbhishekGilarareceivedtheAtmanirbharBharatAward 2024forhisexceptionalprofessionalaccomplishmentsand contributionstonation-building.Theawardispartofthe AzadiKaAmritMahotsav,acelebrationof75yearsof India'sindependence,recognizingindividualsand organizationsdrivingself-relianceandsocialdevelopment inlinewithPrimeMinisterModi’svisionofIndia2.0.
*INDIA’SGREATESTLEADERS2024:DrAbhishek Gilara,ManagingDirectorofRambhajo,hasbeenhonored withtheIndia’sGreatestLeaders2024AwardbyAsiaOne Magazine.Thisrecognitionhighlightshisexceptional leadershipintransformingRambhajofroma103-year-old traditionaljewellerybrandintoagloballeaderinKundan, Meena,Polki,andJadaujewellery,servingover850,000 clientsacrossfivecontinents.Theawardcelebrateshis visionaryapproachandcontributionstotheindustry
*INSPIRINGINDIANLEADERBYBUSINESS
TODAY2024:DrAbhishekGilaraisfeaturedinBusiness Today’sSeptember2024issueasaninspiringIndianleader. UnderhisvisionaryleadershipandwithhisbrothersNitin, Prateek,andVipul,alongwiththeiruncleandfather, Rambhajo’shaspreservedheritageandcraftsmanshipfor overacentury ThisJaipur-basedbridaljewelleryspecialist embodiesenduringvaluesinarapidlychangingworld
*FEATUREDININDIATODAYPOWERLIST2024: “I’m honoured to be featured in India Today’s Power List, recognizing changemakers in a country of 1.428 billion. Alongside my brothers, Nitin, Prateek, and Vipul, we’ve worked to elevate Rambhajo’s into one of India’s top jewelry brands. This honour reflects our shared commitment to tradition, innovation, and excellence. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey!”
*INTERNATIONALVISIONARYAWARD2024:“I am honoured to announce that Rambhajo’s has been recognized by Her Excellency Laila Rahhal El Atfani, Goodwill Ambassador and Crown Senator of the Royal House of Queen Sheba, for excellence in wedding jewellery. This prestigious accolade reflects our team’s dedication and
innovative craftsmanship. At Rambhajo’s, we blend timeless heritage with contemporary elegance, creating bridal jewelry that embodies tradition and modernity. We are proud to share this achievement with you and remain committed to delivering excellence in every creation.”
*LEADEROFTOMORROW2024BYTHETIMES SEABOARDSUMMIT2024:DrAbhishekGilarahas beenrecognizedasa“LeaderofTomorrow2024”bythe TimesSeaboardSummitforhisvisionaryleadershipand Rambhajo’sexcellenceinweddingjewelry Thisaward honoursrisingstarsdrivingchangeandinnovation, highlightingtheirpotentialtoshapethefutureofleadership andmakealastingimpactonsocietyandbusiness.
*FORTUNE500INDIA:“I'm beyond thrilled to share that our company, Rambhajo’s, has been featured in Fortune 500 India's Largest Companies list! This recognition is a testament to our team's hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence. I'm honoured to lead such a talented and driven team!”
*COREVALUEAWARDBYCORPORATE CONNECTIONS:“I am deeply honoured to receive this award from Corporate Connections, as it holds a special place in my heart. At Rambhajo’s, our first and foremost guiding principle has always been to adhere to our core values, a commitment that defines who we are and drives everything we do. This recognition for upholding and practising these values reaffirms our dedication to integrity, trust, and excellence. It is not just an award; it is a reminder of the strength that comes from staying true to our principles. Thank you for this meaningful recognition.”
*BUSINESSANDCOMMUNITYAWARD2024:“We are beyond proud to announce that our very director, Dr Abhishek Gilara, has been honoured with the Business and Community Award 2024 for Entrepreneur of the Year! This prestigious award is a testament to his visionary leadership, dedication to innovation, and unwavering commitment to both our heritage and our community,”–TeamRambhajo’s andAdvitJewels.
*INDIA’SGREATESTLEADERS2024AWARD:Dr AbhishekGilara,ManagingDirectorofRambhajo,has beenhonouredwiththeIndia’sGreatestLeaders2024 AwardbyAsiaOneMagazine.Thisrecognitionhighlights hisexceptionalleadershipintransformingRambhajofroma 103-year-oldtraditionaljewellerybrandintoagloballeader inKundan,Meena,Polki,andJadaujewellery,servingover 850,000clientsacrossfivecontinents.Theawardcelebrates hisvisionaryapproachandcontributionstotheindustry
*SPEAKERATTEDX:TheDirector,DrAbhishekGilara, participatedasaspeakerattheprestigiousTEDxeventat ShriGuruRamRaiUniversity,Dehradun,on14th December2024.Thisiconicplatformbroughttogether brilliantmindstoshareimpactful,idea-driventalks. Abhishek'sparticipationreflectshisvisionaryleadership, pursuitofknowledge,anddedicationtoinspiring meaningfuldialogue.
*FEATUREDINOUTLOOKBUSINESS’ ‘CHANGEMAKERSWHOSHAPED2024:Outlook BusinesshasrecognizedDrAbhishekasoneofthe “ICONICVIBRANTLEADERS2024”inIndia.This prestigiousaccoladecelebratesvisionaryleadersknownfor theirexceptionaldecision-making,thoughtleadership,and groundedperspectives.
*RAMBHAJO’SHONOUREDASINDIA’SMOST TRUSTEDJEWELLERYMANUFACTUREROFTHE YEARBYTHEGOVERNMENTOFINDIA: Rambhajo’shasbeenrecognizedasthe“MostTrusted JewelleryManufactureroftheCountry”for2024bythe GovernmentofIndia!Thishonour,awardedatVigyan Bhawan,NewDelhi,onthe100thbirthanniversaryofShri AtalBihariVajpayeeJi,celebratesalegacyoftrustand excellence—valuesweholddearatRambhajos.
*RAMBHAJO’SWONASIA’SMOSTTRUSTED JEWELLERYBRANDFORTHEYEARAWARD2024 BYASIA’SBRANDS&LEADERSSUMMIT: DrAbhishekGilara,hasbeenhonoredattheprestigious Asia’sLeadingBrands&LeadersAwards2024,where Rambhajoswasrecognizedas“Asia’sMostTrusted JewelleryBrandoftheYear2024.”Thisachievementisa testamenttothetrustandloveofthebrand’scustomersand thededicationofitsentireteam.
*DrABHISHEKGILARAPRESENTEDAWARDAT ABPNEWSMAKEROFTHEYEAR2024ALONG SIDEMRKIRENRIJIJU:DrAbhishekGilara,Director ofRambhajo's,sharedtheprestigiousstagewithMrKiren Rijiju,HonourableMinisterofParliamentaryandMinority AffairsatIndia’sbiggestnewsmakerevent“Newsmakerof theyear2024”byABPNetwork,topresentanawardtoMr AmitJoshi,recognizinghimasthe"BestDirectorofThe Year.”
Atthesameevent,DrAbhishekGilaraalsopresented “Newsmakeroftheyear2024AWARD”byABPNetwork toMrsShaliniPassi,recognizingherasthe"BestInfluencer ofTheYear.”
*DrABHISHEKGILARAPRESENTEDAWARDAT ABPNEWSMAKEROFTHEYEAR2024ALONG SIDESHREEHARDEEPSINGHPURI:Dr.Abhishek Gilara,DirectorofRambhajo's,sharedtheprestigiousstage withShreeHardeepSingh,HonorableMinisterof PetroleumandNaturalGasofIndiaatIndia’sbiggest newsmakerevent“Newsmakeroftheyear2024”byABP Network,topresentanawardtoMrAmitJoshi,recognizing himasthe"BestDirectoroftheYear.”
Furthermore,DrAbhishek’sleadershipstorywas showcasedinCEOScoopMagazine,accompaniedbya podcastdedicatedtohisaccomplishments.Hisinitiativesto upliftunderprivilegedcommunitiesthroughskill developmentandcharitywerehighlightedinInsights SuccessMagazine.Also,Rambhajo’shasbeenrecognized inBWiBusinessworld’s“India’sChangemakers” November2024edition.
Inadditiontobeauty,thepowerofjewelleryisable
tocrystallizeemotions,representimportantevents, andfosterlastingties.Thismakesforaphysical expressionoflove,esteem,andmemory,agifttreasured forever.Butthespecialcharmofjewelleryliesinbeing customized,handingoutpersonalizationandmeaning.A "well-madegift"trulymeans,therefore,thatthe jewellerygoesfarfromitsmerematerialworthand becomessomethinginfinitelymoreadoredforthedeeply affectedrecipient.
SymbolismandSentimentsintheLanguageofStones
Thegemstonepossessesnaturalbeautywiththemeaning ofsymbols;itisamightymediumforuniqueemotional andsentimentalexpression.
•Birthstones:Abirthstoneisanoldchoice.Each birthstonecorrespondswithagivenmonth;thegemhas favorableandpositiveenergiesdirectedtowardsthe bearer.Thus,agiftofapiecewithabirthstoneshows thatthegiverwasmindfuloftheflame,withagift personallychosenforhim/her.
•LoveandRomance:
oDiamonds:Diamondsaretakentomeaneternalloveor eternalcommitmentandarethusthetraditionalgemstone forengagementandweddingrings.
oRubies:Representingpassion,love,andcourage,thusthe perfectgiftforapartner.
oRoseQuartz:Dubbedthe'lovestone',itisbelievedthat rosequartzharnessesenergiesthatactivateunconditional love,compassion,andhealing.
•FriendshipandLoyalty:
oAmonggems,sapphiresrepresentloyalty,trustfulness, andwisdom,whichwouldalsomakethemanidealgiftfor aclosefriend.
oTopaz:Joyandabundanceandrespectandwarmthgo hand-in-handwithfriendship.
•StrengthandProtection:
oEmeraldssymbolizehope,renewal,andprotectionand lendstrengthandfortitude.
oOnyxissaidtoevokefeelingsofgroundingand protection,providingasafe,stablefeeling.
BeyondGemstones:PersonalTouchesandEngravings
Withengraving,personalizationmakesanevenbiggershift fromjustbeinganobjectofjewellerytobecominga cherishedreminder
•Anengraving:Anengravingofaname,initials,aspecial date,oranyheartfeltphrasewillembodyaveryunique personaltouch.Itmakesthepieceaprecioustokenofa uniquemomentorbond.
•Customdesigns:Bereadyforapersonalizedjourneywith yourjewelerincreatinganycustomdesignthatshowcases tonsofpersonalelementsandmakesatrueshowstopper
•Redesigningorrefurbishingheirloomspasseddownfrom afamilyislikesendingareinterpretationoftheobjectto theperson,becausethatpersonnowassociatesitwiththeir ancestry
Itaddsapersonaltouchtothegiftandshowsthatyou understandtherecipientbyincludingcharmsorpendants thatsymbolizehisorherinterests,hobbies,orbeliefs. Meaningfuljewellerygiftingideasareavailableforalmost everyoccasion:
•Forbirthdays.Abirthstonependant,aninitialbracelet,or acharmoftheirhobby
•Foranniversarycelebrations.Adiamondeternityring,a rubynecklace,oramatchingsetofringsengravedwith theiranniversarydate.
•Graduation:Aclassicwatch,apendantwiththe graduatingyearengravedonit,orastonethatsymbolizes thechosencareerprofession.
•Mother'sDay:Anecklaceforherchildren'sbirthstones,a locketwithfamilypicturesinit,orasweetbracelet engravedwithhersentiments.
•Father'sDay:Aclassicwatch,cufflinksengravedwithhis initials,oratieclipinscribedwithasymbolofmeaning.
•FriendshipGifts:Matchingfriendshipbracelets, sapphires,whichcanbependants,orpersonalizeacharm braceletforinsidejokes.
•SympathyGifts:Asimplebutelegantpendant,perhapsa stoneepitomizinghealingandcomfort,orapersonalized lockwithanimageoftheonelost.
TheArtofPresentation:AmplifyingtheEmotional Impact
Giftpresentationamplifiesemotionalvalue.
•ThoughtfulPackaging:Findabeautifulandelegantjewel boxthatcomplementsthatpiece.
•HandwrittenNotes:Alongwiththegift,writeaheartfelt noteexplainingthesignificanceofthatjewellery.
•MeaningfulStoryTelling:Tellastoryconnectedwiththe jewellery Whydidyoupickthisone?Whatdoesitmean?
•MeaningfulPlaceofDelivery:Thinkofgiftingthe pendantinaspecialway:aromanticdinner,afamily gathering,orasurpriseappearance.
TheTimelessGiftofEmotionalConnectivity:
Agoodjewellerygiftissomethingthatstandsforlove, appreciation,andconnection.Animportantkeepsakethat willalwaysremindthetwopeopleoftheirspecialbinding. Itisacherishedobjectthoughtoutwithspecialgemstones orpersonalizingitsverymake,giftwrappedwithunique consideration,trulyagiftworthremembering-theentire journey
Evenastheworldgetsfaster,chasingafterephemeral trends,theunendingpowerofemotionalconnectionwill dominateevermore.Anycarefullycraftedpieceof jewellerywillstandtallinitssignificanceinpreserving eternalbondsoflove,friendship,orfamily.Agiftthat buildsonmemorywithinlifetimes!
Whether you think you can, or think you can’t –you’re right.
- Henry Ford
Jewelleryhasbeenasignofbeauty,status,andwealth
foryears.Whetheritispearlstuds,adiamond engagementring,oragoldchain,jewellerycanbe specialandbeautifultomany.Butbuyingandselling jewelleryusuallyinvolvesmythsandmisconceptions. Thesemythsmakebuyersandsellersmakepoordecisions orlosegooddeals.Thisarticledebunkssomecommon mythsandrevealsthetruthaboutbuyingandselling jewellery
Myth1:TheLargertheStone,theBettertheJewellery
Thefirstmythisthatthelargerthegemstone,thebetterthe jewellery.Mostconsumersbelievethatthelargerthe diamondorgemstone,thebetterthejewellery.Butthatis notthecase.
Fact:Thebeautyandworthofagemstonearebasedonthe ‘FourCs’fordiamonds(cut,color,clarity,andcaratweight) orsimilargradingsystemsforothergemstones.Asmall gemwithagoodcut,clarity,andcolourmaybeprettierand morevaluablethanalargestoneoflessquality.Besides,the beautyandvalueofjewelleryaddonfromthedesign, craftsmanship,andmetalinmakingthepieceofjewellery
Myth2:GoldJewelleryisanInvestment
Mostconsumersfeelthatgoldjewelleryisaninvestment, andinthelongrun,itsvaluewillbeappreciated.However, thejewelleryitselfisn'taverygoodinvestmentthoughgold ishighlyprecious.
Fact:Thecostofgoldjewellerydependsontheamountof puritythatthegoldholdsinitinkarats,andthenonthecost thatyouincuratthetimeofpurchasinggold.Thereare usuallyadditionalfeessuchasdesign,skill,andshop markupsthatwilldrivethepriceupmuchhigher.Gold jewellerystoresonlypayfortheweightandpurityofthe metal,notforhowprettyitisorhowmuchyouloveit.If youareaninvestor,goldcoinsorbarsmightbeabetter bargain.
Myth3:AllJewelryBrandsaretheSame
Therearesomewhobelievealljewellerybrandsareequal inpriceandquality,sotheyonlyconsidertheprice.Not true,andthismythcanresultinthepurchaseoflow-quality itemsorignoringone-of-a-kinddesigns.
Fact:Jewelrybrandsareverydifferentincraftsmanship, material,anddesign.Establishedbrandshaveareputation forbeinghighqualityandforbeingagoodbusinessperson, whichenablesthemtochargeapremiumprice.Lesswellestablishedbrandsorlocalartisansmighthavehandmade, uniquepiecesatmoreaffordableprices.Researchbrands readreviews,andknowtheirvaluesbeforeyoupurchase. Manypurchasersbelievealargerdiamondorgemstoneis betterjewellery.Whilethisisnotthecase.
Myth4:OnlineJewelleryShoppingisRisky
Manypeoplearehesitanttobuyjewelleryonline,fearing theymightreceivecounterfeitorlow-qualityproducts. Whiletherearerisksassociatedwithonlineshopping,it’s notinherentlyunsafe.
Fact:Reputableonlinejewellersprovidedetailedproduct descriptions,high-resolutionimages,andcertificationsfor gemstonesandmetals.Manyalsoofferreturnpoliciesand customersupporttoensurebuyersatisfaction.Tominimize risks,alwayspurchasefromtrustedwebsites,readcustomer reviews,andverifytheseller’scredentials.Onlineshopping canoftenprovideawiderselectionandbetterpricesthan physicalstores.
Myth5:MarketingJewelleryisAllAboutGlamourand Luxury
Intheworldofjewellerymarketing,there’sacommon beliefthatsuccessdependssolelyonshowcasingopulence andexclusivity.Whileluxuryisakeyaspect,modern marketingstrategiesgobeyondjustglamour
Fact:Today’sconsumersvalueauthenticity,sustainability, andstorytelling.Successfuljewellerybrandsfocuson creatingemotionalconnectionswiththeiraudienceby highlightingthecraftsmanship,ethicalsourcing,andunique storiesbehindtheirpieces.Socialmediaplatformslike InstagramandPinteresthavebecomepowerfultoolsfor showcasingjewelleryinrelatable,everydaycontexts, makingitmoreaccessibletoabroaderaudience.
Myth6:CustomJewelleryisAlwaysExpensive
Manybuyersassumethatcustom-designedjewelleryis prohibitivelyexpensiveandonlyforthewealthy While custompiecescanbepricey,theydon’thavetobreakthe bank.
Fact:Thecostofcustomjewellerydependsonthe materials,designcomplexity,andjeweller’sexpertise. Workingdirectlywithajewellercansometimesbemore cost-effectivethanbuyingapre-madepiecefromahighendbrand.Customjewelleryalsoallowsbuyerstocreate unique,personalizedpiecesthatreflecttheirstyleandstory
Conclusion
Theworldofjewelleryisfilledwithbeauty,history,and craftsmanship,butit’salsorifewithmythsthatcanmislead buyersandmarketersalike.Byunderstandingthefacts, consumerscanmakeinformeddecisionsandappreciatethe truevalueoftheirpurchases.Similarly,jewellerymarketers canbuildtrustandloyaltybyfocusingontransparency, quality,andstorytelling.Whetheryou’rebuyingorselling, separatingmythfromfactisthekeytounlockingthetrue potentialofjewellery.
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