Colour has always had the power to transform jewellery, but in these rings, it becomes the very language of design. Vivid gemstones, sculptural forms and unexpected creatures turn the hand into a miniature canvas, with elephants, butterflies, flowers and creatures of the sea emerging through intricate craftsmanship. From the winning creation to four standout nominees, these five designs show just how expressive coloured gemstone jewellery can be.
The Jewel Bearer
Glow by Kirtilals turns an elephant into a regal jewel in The Jewel Bearer, a design rooted in the idea that before the crown appeared, the elephant had already carried a kingdom’s honour, devotion and strength through every graceful, unhurried step. Rich colour and intricate detailing give the majestic creature an unmistakable presence, making the ring feel both symbolic and spectacular.
Sweet Pea Papilloré
A garden in full bloom becomes the starting point for Charu Jewels’ Sweet Pea Papilloré. Every spring begins with a quiet miracle, as flowers bloom and butterflies arrive to greet them, filling the garden with colour and graceful movement. Pink blossoms, verdant green stones and delicate butterfly forms come together in a composition that feels wonderfully alive.
Papillon Jardin
There is a sense of delightful unpredictability to Kashi Jewellers’ Papillon Jardin, where a garden’s beauty unfolds through butterflies settling among blossoms, emerald leaves cradling colour and unexpected details completing the landscape. The interplay of blue, green, red and white gives the ring its dramatic character, while its sculptural composition ensures there is something new to discover from every angle.
Ribbons of The Sea
The ocean provides the drama in Khurana Jewellery House’s Ribbons of The Sea. Beneath an endless expanse of sapphire waters, a solitary sea creature glides with effortless grace, its flowing fins tracing invisible ribbons through the sea. Waves of blue, pink and white sweep across the design, capturing both the movement and mesmerising colour of life beneath the surface.
The Star Bugs
Nature takes a charming turn in Sawansukha Jewellers’ The Star Bugs. Amidst a garden in quiet bloom, two ladybirds find sanctuary on an emerald leaf, their crimson silhouettes luminous against nature, colour and stillness in perfect accord. Deep green enamel, red accents and delicate gold detailing give this pair of rings a whimsical quality without sacrificing their sense of refinement.
Together, the winner and nominees of the 21st Retail Jeweller India Awards 2026 reveal the extraordinary possibilities of coloured gemstones when imagination and craftsmanship meet. From Glow by Kirtilals’ winning creation to the nominated designs by Charu Jewels, Kashi Jewellers, Khurana Jewellery House and Sawansukha Jewellers, each ring approaches colour through a distinctive narrative, proving that the most memorable statement pieces are as compelling in concept as they are in craftsmanship.
