Deepa Gurnani

While studying fashion at the prestigious Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, London, Deepa Gurnani beaded couture pieces for Alexander McQueen, Ben Maher, Emanuel Ungaro, Fendi, Marjan Pejoski, etc. Working closely with these designers not only enabled Deepa to understand European standards of quality and finish, but also compelled her to experiment with beading and embroidery techniques. This in turn gave her a distinct sense of style and sensitivity to create her own line.

Jay Lakhani, a Jewelry Designer from the Fashion Institute of Technology, NYC, always dreamt of creating jeweled accessories. Having trained under the head designers of Tiffany and Bvlgari and working in the Fine Jewelry Industry, for eight years, with some of the largest retailers and manufacturers, Jay was always drawn to fashion. With basics and black on the rise in Fashion, he was keen to create something distinct and unusal, something that would make a statement and give the wearer a distinct sense of style, glamour and individuality.

After their marriage, the two designers collaborated their ideas and created pieces that incorporated Jewelry in Fashion and launched their label "Deepa Gurnani." Their first line was launched at Henri Bendels in November 2006 and is subsequently sold in various stores across the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia.

Their current collection features jeweled belts, scarves, handbags and hair accessories. Each piece is individually handcrafted with the finest quality materials and crystals, by highly trained and skilled craftsmen. The designers add their final and personal touch to every piece by paying particular attention to quality and finish.