Jewellery designer and entrepreneur Vandana M. Jagwani made her global appearance at the 79th Cannes Film Festival 2026 in association with BMW. Her appearance brought together jewellery, fashion and contemporary luxury.
Vandana plays an active rolea in India’s luxury jewellery sector. She is the Founder and Partner of Vandals, India’s first designer lab-grown diamond jewellery brand. She also serves as Creative Director of Mahesh Notandass, a heritage jewellery house known for its craftsmanship and international presence.
Her Cannes debut highlights contemporary Indian jewellery design on a global platform.
Vandana M. Jagwani’s Cannes Look
Styled by Shaleena Nathani, Vandana wore a holographic Ramikadi ensemble. The outfit combined futuristic glamour with modern Indian couture.
The look also carried a sustainability message. Vandana reimagined an outfit she had previously worn at her brother’s wedding. This choice reflects the growing focus on rewear culture and conscious luxury in fashion.
Statement Jewellery with a Rare 28-Carat Diamond
Vandana completed her look with a statement high jewellery piece. It featured a rare 28-carat heart-shaped diamond, surrounded by vivid emeralds and layered diamond detailing.
The jewellery created a bold centrepiece. It also highlighted the connection between fine craftsmanship and design innovation.
BMW and Vandana Celebrate Contemporary Luxury
The collaboration between Vandana M. Jagwani and BMW at Cannes reflected a shared approach to modern luxury. Both brought attention to innovation, craftsmanship and cultural storytelling across fashion, jewellery and design.
Speaking about her appearance, Vandana M. Jagwani said:
“For me, this moment is incredibly special not only because it represents Indian jewellery design on a global platform like Cannes, but also because it marks a personal milestone in my journey as a designer and entrepreneur. I’ve always believed that luxury today is about individuality, emotion and storytelling, and being able to bring that perspective to a platform as iconic as Cannes feels truly meaningful.”
Her appearance at the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival marks an important international milestone. It also highlights the growing global presence of Indian creative talent across jewellery, fashion and luxury.
