Wedding, 2026
When Gauri Spratt and Aamir Khan started planning the wedding celebrations, the direction was clear from the beginning. It would be a deeply personal, meaningful, intimate event. Of course the jewellery would follow the same philosophy. Jewellery has always been a personal style statement for Gauri, and not an occasion dressing. She first discovered Aurus several years ago and was attracted to the brand's distinct design language - pieces that felt collected instead of constructed, expressive instead of ornamental. It started with an admiration of the brand that brought us together, but over time, it became a shared appreciation of thoughtful design and craftsmanship.
When it came to curating her bridal jewellery, the goal was never about making a traditional bridal statement. It was about choosing pieces that would feel right, elegant and completely her.
At Aurus, every bespoke commission starts with understanding the wearer before understanding the jewellery. Creative Director Puja Shah spent time with Gauri and Aamir exploring references, silhouettes and styling possibilities. The result was clear: a layered jewellery story that felt refined, expressive and deeply personal.
Instead of focusing the look on one statement piece, the couple leaned toward layering. This styling approach allowed multiple pieces to come together organically while still maintaining their own individuality.
The Layered Jewellery Story
The layered composition brought together several distinct elements, each with its own role in the final look:
- A choker set with uncut diamonds/polki and yellow tourmalines, finished with hints of green and blue.
- A teenlada - a three-strand necklace — with delicately strung drop-shaped elements.
- A haar, featuring 'jav' motifs strung on a silk cord with a chandphool pendant, all studded with uncut diamonds.
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Earrings that brought movement and balance, complementing the layered necklaces with understated elegance.
The Geetanjali Choker was the anchoring point of the neckline, and the Haydari and Pihu necklaces added depth, rhythm and proportion. The layered composition felt cohesive, yet effortless. The Shyama earrings finished the look, adding a sophisticated touch without distracting from the necklaces, which were the main event.
"Layering can be incredibly powerful when done with restraint," reflects Puja Shah. The goal was never to add more jewellery, but to create harmony between the pieces. "Each layer had a meaning."
A Modern Approach to Bridal Jewellery
The final selection reflected a modern approach to bridal jewellery, where beauty and wearability go hand in hand. This philosophy has long been a staple of Aurus. The aim is not to produce jewels that will be stored away in a vault after one occasion, but to design pieces that will accompany the wearer through the different chapters of life - the same principle behind our guide to heirloom bridal jewellery.
For Gauri, it appeared to hold special meaning. The jewellery was not just being picked for a wedding day; it was being picked for the years to come. Aamir opted for the Rohira Brooch, a piece from Moi's "Serai: The Collectibles," as a subtle addition that enhanced the event's sophistication while keeping Gauri's jewellery story in focus.
The bridal jewellery was made for Gauri, but the process of curating it was soon a shared experience. During the appointments, Aamir was really interested in the process. He was very keen on the jewellery and the thought behind each selection, whether he was talking about craftsmanship, proportions or styling.
"The combinations of colours, the way everything works together, and the intricacy of the details are just so beautiful," says Aamir. "It's not like anything I've seen before. I've only seen this in Aurus."
The appreciation went beyond aesthetics. What struck a chord with both Gauri and Aamir was the thought process behind every detail - the balance of design, craftsmanship and wearability that defines each Aurus creation. The jewellery was another expression of the values that shaped the celebration itself: authenticity, individuality, and meaningful connection. Aurus doesn't make jewellery for the sake of adornment. It is about making things that get woven into memory, milestones, and personal stories.
Puja shares, "The strongest jewellery stories are always the most authentic stories," reflecting on Gauri's bridal journey. "With Gauri, the idea was never to make something louder or bigger. It was to create something that felt all hers."
Together, the jewellery created a bridal story that was entirely personal - not based on convention, but rather on considered choices, shared collaboration and a deep understanding of individual style.
The party is done, but the pieces remain: lasting reminders of a day of love, authenticity and lasting significance.
