Gold Rush of one-of-a-kind jewellery from around the world set to dazzle shoppers at Dubai International Jewellery Week 2015

The latest in bridal pieces, yellow gold diamond wedding rings, 18k diamond jewellery and beautiful selection of semi-precious stones and pearls are just some of the items on show at the highly-anticipated event

Dubai UAE, December 7, 2015:  Diamonds are set to be a girl’s best friend at the 20th Dubai International Jewellery Week 2015, with international exhibitors ready to reveal a number of unique collections and stand out pieces to the public for the first time. Over the course of the four days, jewellery lovers will be enraptured by fantastic promotions with over 140,000 pieces from around the world, including rare glimpses of stunning designs and gems to suit all tastes and requirements.

Taking place take place from 9 - 12 December 2015 at Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai International Jewellery Week will treat visitors to a spectacular showcase of all things that sparkle, with infinite choices available for every occasion. Brand new designs, unique collections and exclusive wedding jewellery will be showcased during the event providing inspiration for shoppers looking for both every day and one-of-a-kind purchases.

Bridal Jewellery from all around the world will be a big feature at the event. New trends and fashion will be on display for the coming season. Internationally renowned jewellery designer Suzanne Kalan, with over 27 years of design experience behind her will be exhibiting the Vitrine Collection, a piece from which won the “Gem Diva Award” for bridal wear at the 2015 AGTA Spectrum Awards.

“This is a collection designed in 18 karat gold, using transparent stones such as white or blue topaz.  Our 18 Karat white gold Vitrine necklace with baguette diamonds is the award winning piece. We will also be showcasing our Fireworks collection, which is extremely popular in the Middle East and is made with white, yellow and rose-gold using a range of colourless and coloured baguette diamonds,” said Suzanne Kalandjian, Managing Director of Suzanne Kalan. 

Amongst some of the other outstanding items set to make an appearance are Auro Jewels’ collection of watches called Ayesha Watches. This collection will be making its debut at the Dubai International Jewellery Week for the first time this year. Ayesha Mehta, Co-owner of Auro Jewels, commented: “This will be the first public appearance for Ayesha Watches, and we’re delighted to showcase them at Dubai International Jewellery Week. The dial of this watch is created in the land of watches, Switzerland and personalised by the most talented hands in Italy. Each piece is one of a kind and especially created with the customer in mind, taking into account their love for diamonds, precious colour stones and sensational movements.” 

Other outstanding items set to make an appearance are some of the world’s rarest pearls, with an exclusive pink conch pearl collection from the Caribbean sea from Al Anwaar Golden Jewellers. In addition, high-end exclusive quality diamond jewellery from Begani Jewels will also be making an appearance alongside India and luxury iPhone 6s and Plus cases, which have been paved with Swarovski Zirconia and 1.5ct natural Topaz central stones from FORMARTTI, Taiwan. 

Mr. Rajesh Popley, Managing Director of Al Anwaar Golden Jewellers, said: “We are delighted to bring some of the rarest and most valuable types of pearls in the world to the event. Each one has been formed naturally and created in the shells of the Queen Conch mollusks, and we can’t wait to reveal them to the shoppers along with our speciality bridal sets.” 

Trixie LohMirmand, Senior Vice President, Exhibitions & Events Management, Dubai World Trade Centre, said: “In our 20th year, we are proud to continue to host Dubai International Jewellery Week, and to relaunch it with a new focus on consumers. With such a wide range of jewellery items to choose from, and with the additional features of the show this year, we’re confident that shoppers will find something to suit their individual tastes and requirements.” 

Over the four days, shoppers will be able to attend various jewellery and fashion styling workshops brought together by the industry’s most influential insiders. Image consultant, Wafa Toutounji, who is the energy and brain behind Applique Stylist, will be on hand to help visitors learn more about how to choose jewellery that flatters their face shape and skin tone to bring out their best features. Talented make-up and beauty expert, Joelle Mardinian, from Maison de Joelle will also be on hand to meet and greet shoppers, and share a sneak-peak at upcoming make-up and fashion trends for the coming season. In addition, jewellery enthusiasts will also have the chance to watch a live demonstration of how a 4000 year old technique makes a jewel from wax and admire a varied collection of Farberge Eggs Replicas at the show. Finally, world renowned holistic therapist and wellness expert, Mariam Yasin, will be taking shoppers on a fascinating  journey of the energetic properties of stones and crystals,  and why it's so important to choose the right gemstone for you.

Dubai International Jewellery Week will take place from 9 - 12 December 2015 and will open from 2 pm to 10 pm, Saturday to Thursday and 3 pm to 10pm of Friday. Entry to the show is free of charge. Visitors will be required to register onsite and must carry valid ID documents.