No one cherishes a couture moment quite like the Ambanis! They have events lined up for every season of the calendar to ensure those red-carpet moments when their exquisite jewellery and fashion come out of the treasure chests and into the spotlight.
The recent pre-wedding festivities of Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani showcased the personal, exhaustive archive of natural diamonds in the Ambani jewellery box. The looks they pulled off, including that 52.58-carat diamond piece on Nita Ambani, stand as a testament to the care they put into investing in pieces for their private collections. We take a look at some of the most iconic jewellery moments from the Ambani family, from lavish weddings to high-profile public appearances.
Isha Ambani’s Nostalgic Touch
For her brother’s pre-wedding event, Isha Ambani added a sentimental touch to her look with pieces from her mother, Nita Ambani’s personal jewellery collection. She also wore a bespoke lehenga (long skirt) by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla, where even the blouse was embellished with natural diamonds. Set against a rich red fabric among rubies, emeralds and other precious stones in jade work, the diamonds glittered under the strobe lights of the pre-wedding ceremony like no other.
Nita Ambani Wearing A Diamond Ring From The Mughal Empire’s Treasury
For her son’s pre-wedding ceremony, Nita Ambani chose to wear the ‘Mirror of Paradise’ diamond ring, auctioned by Christie’s in 2019. The spectacular piece fetched an impressive $6.5 million and is 52.58-carats. It hails from the legendary Golconda mines, dating back to the 1800s, and was part of the Mughal empire’s treasury.
The ‘Mirror of Paradise’ is an iconic piece of jewellery, and Nita Ambani eloquently represented India’s enduring legacy of producing some of the world’s most exceptional natural diamonds. Her statement emeralds, also originating from the Mughal treasury, are a tribute to India’s esteemed legacy of purity and craftsmanship.
Radhika Merchant Chose To Pair Her Versace Look With Yellow Diamonds
Radhika Merchant made a striking impression during her pre-wedding ceremony by pairing a Versace gown with pale yellow diamonds. Opting for a copper look previously seen on Blake Lively at the Met Gala, Radhika infused the outfit with her unique elegance. Her choice featured a stunning mix of briolette and yellow natural diamonds.
For The 2023 Met Gala Isha Ambani Wore 5 Diamond Sets As One
Isha Ambani’s 2023 Met Gala appearance was iconic. She graced the event in a stunning six-yard drape sari gown designed by Prabal Gurung. The gown was hand embroidered with thousands of crystals. To complement the spectacle of the crystals, Isha chose an exquisite array of stacked necklaces. She wore four carat-heavy diamond necklaces and a choker, all designed by the renowned jewellery designer Lorraine Schwartz. Each piece is estimated to be worth approximately $100,000, underscoring the opulence and grandeur of her look. On her hand, she wore a custom-made natural diamond haath phool (hand ornament) and a massive solitaire ring.
Shloka Ambani Knows Diamonds
Shloka Ambani’s refined taste in diamonds was on full display at her mehendi function with Akash Ambani. She wore a stunning natural diamond necklace that gracefully fanned across her neck, mirroring the intricate design of her maang tikka (head ornament), ending with a large teardrop set with natural diamonds.
Shloka Ambani’s Goes Maximal For Radhika and Anant Ambani’s Pre-Wedding Ceremony
Shloka Ambani wore her most sparkling look . Daughter of the renowned diamond merchant Russell Mehta, she has a strong affinity for jewellery. Her maximalist ensemble included a stunning diamond choker, earrings, ear cuffs, and a maang tikka, each piece intricately blended with many elements. The sheer splendour of this look was a visual treat for jewellery styling and paired beautifully with her Manish Malhotra lehenga.
Anant Ambani’s Ganpati brooch stole the show
Among a slew of high-profile looks seen during this event, Anant Ambani’s Ganpati brooch took centre stage. This remarkable piece of jewellery not only captured attention with its astonishing size but also carried profound significance. The brooch poetically nods to Anant’s recent endeavours in the rehabilitation of elephants, beautifully integrating personal passion with his ceremonial attire.
