Redefining Brilliance
Posh, spacious and regal, the newly renovated V.N. Jewellers’ showroom is a haven for the discerning. Where rendezvous over breathtaking and unique diamond sets are a common sight. Renowned for their traditional trademark regal diamond jewellery, V.N. Jewellers recently unveiled exclusive solitaire pieces and a special Polki collection, much to the delight of Shobaa De, Katrina Kaif and many other appreciative clients. Designed to mesmerize, the laterally-cut Polki diamonds and the flawless solitaires usually cause quite a stir, explaining why they tend to disappear like hot cakes, especially during the wedding season. So grab your exquisite and exclusive diamond pieces and get ready to shine like never before.
Address: V. N. Jewellers, Linking Road, Bandra.
Tel: 2642 1006/7.

What men want
Presenting the one-stop destination for the fashion-conscious male from one of India’s largest and most integrated fashion houses – AZA. With an array of couture and luxury collections catering to men with an eye for fashion, AZA Men showcases creations from top designers like Rohit Bal, Manish Malhotra, Narendra Kumar and Rocky S to name a few. Described as an endeavour to bring the most sought-after designer collections to individuals with a contemporary sense of style, the spacious store is stocked with an abundance of dapper pieces, each of which have been carefully selected keeping in mind all tastes. Right from stylishly slick to understated flamboyance, there’s something for everyone. Uber-chic accessories complete the look, while a well-trained team promptly suggests, assists and pampers, ensuring a highly personalised shopping experience few other stores can boast of.
Address: Aza Men, 3 Cornelian, 124 August Kranti Marg, Kemps Corner.
Tel. – (022) 23821 1611/63

Fuel for Fashion
FUEL - the fashion mega-store and one of the largest of its kind in Mumbai - stocks a wide range of alluring designer wear and accessories from some of the best names in the business. Right from prêt to diffusion to saris, bridal accessories and diamond jewellery, FUEL stocks everything one could possibly associate with designer wear and is the last word in style. Along with collections from veterans like Rohit Bal, Rina Dhaka, Shantanu & Nikhil, Ashish Pandey and Neeta Bhargava to name a few, FUEL also gives you access to everything you ever saw at a Fashion Week. Apart from the leading labels, the work of young, fresh and upcoming talent is also promoted at FUEL. With a range of quality collections to choose from, simply pick the one that suits you best. Then get ready to flaunt your style.
Address: FUEL, Chowpatty View building, Chowpatty, Opera House.
Tel. – (022) 23682424

Ready-to-wear masterpieces
Famed for creating some of the country’s most exquisite pieces of jewellery, Thakorlal Hiralal is ready to unveil yet another masterpiece. After identifying the needs of their clients, taking their ideas and transforming them into exciting creations, the jewellery house picked up on a need for contemporary, ready-to-wear jewellery, and thus was born Arhan. Arhan is not only an embodiment of Thakorlal Hiralal’s 100 year tradition of style, craftsmanship and service but is also a new direction in quality modern design. Featuring elegant and wearable jewellery, ranging from necklaces, bracelets and earrings to rings and pendants, the Arhan Collection sparkles in yellow and white gold with the latest textures and finishes. Rubies, emeralds and pearls also find their place, set beautifully amongst the finest diamonds in this new prêt collection.
Address: Thakorlal Hiralal Exports Pvt. Ltd., 1412-14 Prasad Chambers, Opera House.
Tel: 9122-23673246/47. Fax: 9122-23637030

Radiating Elegance
Known for their unique and ornate jewellery, Notandas & Sons Jewellers’ collections embody all things classy and sophisticated. Offering an assortment of alluring designs, each piece is the clear outcome of skilled craftsmanship and intricacy - a hallmark of excellence.
From these maestros comes a brand new masterpiece. A collection featuring an irresistible combination of enticing emeralds and ravishing rubies, all complemented brilliantly by shimmering diamonds. Where every stone in every piece is carefully hand-picked to enhance its exclusivity, even as it guarantees its perfection. What’s more, now brides can look forward to sparkling like never before. With fabulous uncut bridal jadaus, bound to keep all eyes glued to them on their special day.
Address: Notandas & Sons Jewellers, 6, Mangal Darshan, Waterfield Road, Bandra.
Tel: 9122-2642 8616

More than a store
With exquisite, handcrafted embroidery, hand-dyed fabrics and young, fluid, contemporary designs, Mélange is not just a store but a mindset. Where each creation is not without a purpose.
Standing for simplicity in style and a respect for the environment, every Mélange creation bears an understated elegance. Each piece here is borne out of a synergy between local tradition and global vision. Credited for its efforts to revive khadi, Mélange promotes fashion talent from the established to the upcoming, focusing on quality and price consistency.
One can choose from collections in natural fibres like silk, cotton and linen, along with unique handbags, semiprecious stones, ornate frames and fine, hand-woven scarves and stoles.
Address: Mélange, 33 Altamount Road.
Tel: (022) 23534492