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Indian Craftsmanship Dazzles on Global Stage
16 Mar
Summary
- Swadesh's handcrafted jewelry and couture graced the Oscars 2026 red carpet.
- Celebrities showcased Indian artisanal heritage through Swadesh's creations.
- The event highlighted India's craftsmanship, design, and cultural legacy globally.
Isha Ambani utilized the Oscars 2026 as a platform to highlight India's artisanal heritage through Swadesh. The brand's handcrafted jewelry and couture creations were worn by numerous celebrities over Oscars weekend, drawing global attention to India's craftsmanship and design. Swadesh's pieces successfully merged traditional skills with contemporary aesthetics, captivating a worldwide audience.
Notable appearances included Zanna Roberts Rassi in a Swadesh x Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla creation, inspired by Ikat weaving. Pritika Swarup sported a striking zip-inspired necklace by Swadesh, featuring a 6-carat Zambian emerald. Law Roach chose a bespoke brooch, its Art Deco design inspired by Mumbai's Eros Building and featuring a vivid ruby.
Further showcasing Indian artistry, Brandi Carlile and Catherine Shepherd wore Swadesh fine jewelry on the Oscars red carpet. Brandi Carlile donned the Petal Prism Brooch, crafted by artisans in Telangana. Catherine Shepherd wore a flexible diamond necklace with Victorian-era detailing. Minnie Driver graced the Vanity Fair Oscars After Party in Swadesh's Celestial Tiers necklace, a testament to the diamond craftsmanship of Surat.
