Walk like an Egyptian and Dress like one too!

The last one year has been a rollercoaster ride for us at MirrorWhite! Running a new business and growing organically means wearing multiple hats at the same time. It’s an exciting period but also stressful at the same time. You need to meet you sales, manage your expenses, do your marketing, develop new product lines, and so on and so forth. It’s always a never ending list of tasks! In the bargain, I have learnt a lot and Thanks to the support of friends and family, we have come a long way since we started in June 2014.

Today, it’s a good feeling to see one of our first luxury collection getting noticed in social media and getting the kind of appreciation we never expected. Yes, we are talking about our Egyptian Collection. We spent days and months developing this line of jewellery, from the concept, to the designs, to the colors, to sourcing the stones, to manufacturing, and finally to see the finished piece in your hand is the best feeling in the world.

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Egyptian Collection – in the making

It started with a concept as simple as taking inspiration from Egypt and we built on that to bring to you something beautiful, unique – something that if worn will make a style statement. We wanted to fuse together western and Indian, so it can be matched beautifully with both types of clothing. Why should jewellery always be restrictive? Shouldn’t we be able to style it with whatever kind of clothing we wear?

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Manoj working on the Egyptian Earrings
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Turquoise and Lapis Stones Sourced 🙂

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Another exciting thing that came about with this new launch was our photoshoot by Supriya Suryanarayanan in Bangalore. It was so much fun to do our first ever photo shoot and she managed to capture the jewellery so beautifully that all of effort and time put in just made sense in the end! Oh and we also ran a fun contest on what you like about Egypt and gave away a gift voucher from MirrorWhite worth Rs. 5000 on Social Media! We also had a winner, Nazia!

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Behind the scenes at the MirrorWhite Photoshoot

Today, in this overcrowded market place, consumers have a 100 choices to look for but we at MirrorWhite hope that you enjoy what we are bringing to you. We are learning along the way but our motto remains the same, we want to bring to you, unique – one of a kind – handmade silver jewellery that is wearable, fun, stylish yet not over the top. We want you to feel special when you wear it! We want you to remember us and the effort that has been put into making each piece of jewellery by our artisans across India. We are excited to be a part of this journey and will be bringing to you more such collections in the future!

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The Falcon Pendant

So tell us what you think? Do you like our new Egyptian collection? Notice the prisms, the falcons, the lovely blue colours, the turquoise and lapis, and most of all the hard work put into each piece by the craftsman….

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Egyptian Inspired Bracelets

 

 

 

 

 

 

Our Model, Shweta looked lovely in these earrings! The best part, the photographs were taken in broad sunlight with no makeup on her. Just the natural look, which I feel brings out the beauty in a person!

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The Cleopatra Chandbali

Want to take a look at our entire egyptian collection? Check it out here : http://goo.gl/6n07Qa

All MirrorWhite jewellery is made in 925 Silver, handmade with precious and semi-precious stones.

The August Birthstone – Which Green are you?

Do you sometimes wonder how this world has been gifted with such amazing coloured stones? From the deep red, to the vibrant blues, from the bright orange to the pristine green. There is a stone for all of us! Working with semi-precious stones every single day, we at MirrorWhite are mesmerized by the varied colors in stones. One such stone that caught our notice yesterday was the Peridot – a lovely sea green semi-precious stone and what better month to catch our eye than August?

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Peridot is the birthstone for people born in August. It is said that the ancient Egyptians mined peridot on the Red Sea island of Zabargad, the source for many large fine peridots in the world’s museums. The Egyptians called it the “gem of the sun.” Today, this gem is still a priced gemstone for its wonderful colour and its availability in various price points. It is considered one of the most affordable green gemstones.

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For all of you who believe in magic, the Peridot is the right stone for you 😉 This stone has a number of magical and healing properties to protect you against nightmares, bring you power and influence, and most of all a wonderful year. This stone is formed deep inside the earth and brought to the surface through volcanoes and in places like Hawaii, Peridot symbolizes the goddess of fire and volcanoes.

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Peridot, in smaller sizes, often is used in beaded necklaces, earrings, rings, and bracelets. We at MirrorWhite love the few pieces of Peridot Silver Jewellery we own. The green is so beautiful, it can be bring life to an otherwise dull coloured dress. What do you think? Do you like the Peridot stone?

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Do check out our silver jewellery, handmade beautifully with the Peridot! https://goo.gl/Fl1jjo

 

What should I gift my sister this Rakhi?

Rakhi is round the corner and I am sure all of us, sisters are scouting around for the best Rakhi and brothers are wondering what to gift their beloved sister. It’s so amazing to see how sisters and brothers are trying their best to find something different, something special that will bring a smile to the other. Just yesterday, I was at an event in Bangalore where we displayed some of our Silver Rakhi’s. It was a two day event, and one girl came by the stall the first day and liked a Rakhi we had made with semi-precious stones and silver beads. She decided to take a day to think and came back yesterday and picked up one for her brother. She said, she loves giving her brother rakhi’s that are unique and her brother has actually preserved them for over 15 years. Isn’t that amazing? Why gift your brother a boring Rakhi when you can give them something unique that will actually treasure. We at MirrorWhite have launched a simple yet fancy range of Rakhi’s for your brother. and for all the brothers out there, we have some amazing handmade silver jewellery, funky or traditional, simple or flashy, we have something for all of your sisters. What’s so special about gifting MirrorWhite jewellery.

Well, all our jewellery is handmade by artisans from around the country and south-east asia. Each piece has been designed keeping in mind the quality, design, and uniqueness. It also comes in a small little box with a lovely pouch. If you would like, we can also write a special note for your brother or sister.

We all love our siblings so much, so go on show them some love and gift them something priceless from MirrorWhite!

Shop now at www.mirrorwhite.in

 

The July Birthstone – Rubies

There is no better way to show your love than to gift someone their birthstone. Every month of the year has a birthstone attached to it and for all you people born in July, Rubies are your birthstone. No other stone can show us the sheer brilliance of the colour red, the way the ruby does. Rubies arouse the senses and are said to guarantee health, wisdom, wealth, and success in love. Isn’t that a lovely enough reason to gift your loved one a ruby?

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Ruby is considered one of the hardest gemstone, other than the diamond, which makes it practical to wear everyday. The color of a ruby is its biggest asset and a top-quality one is extremely rare to find. The most wanted color in a ruby is a dark red, or a dark purplish red.

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We at MirrorWhite pride ourselves in only using stones that are precious and semi-precious. One of our bestselling piece is the ruby stud in silver. We also have a whole new range of meenakari rings and a wonderful bracelet with a ruby. This stone is priceless! Owning one, will surely make you feel like a princess.

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Do you love rubies? You could think of gifting your wife or girlfriend a wonderful ruby ring that symbolizes the strength of your love. It’s also considered very lucky!

Check out our range of ruby silver jewellery here https://goo.gl/ArICA9

 

Just another Monday….

Have you ever felt that you need a break, even though you just had one less than a month ago? Well, this could be because I am still a twenty something,(almost 30 :p, but who wants to ever agree to that 😉 ) married, with no children so I can decide to go on a vacation a night before, if I want to. Alas, life isn’t so simple, and sometimes even taking a vacation requires a lot of planning, co-ordination, permission once you’re married. Anyway, the last few days I seem to be on that mode of life, where I just need a getaway. Honestly speaking, I have always had the urge to travel the world and see every nook and corner of it. It still continues to be my second biggest dream! after my first which is making MirrorWhite, the world’s preferred Handmade Jewelry Store. So, while I was working and still dreaming about my next vacation, I realized I had a small dinner to attend this evening and I really wasn’t in the mood to dress up so I decided to wear a simple dress and match it with one of my MirrorWhite silver earrings. It’s amazing how earrings can change your entire look! I have always been the simple and elegant girl, don’t like jewellery thats over the top. Check it out here, Do you like them?

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Don’t forget to check out the entire collection of silver jewellery at mirrorwhite.in

PS. The long sleek black ones are my favorite, I seem to be wearing them whenever I want something light-weight yet trendy!

 

The story of MirrorWhite!

I am not usually the first one to write a blog, it takes a bit of pushing to actually sit down and pen down my thoughts. But, today is a special day, a day where each one of us is being celebrated, whether you’re a homemaker who loves to take care of her home and family, an aspiring entrepreneur, a woman working in a corporate or if you’re a CEO of a company, today is our day, we need to be proud of where we have come from and also of all that we have accomplished however big or small. Being a woman has been the toughest in today’s times, don’t you think so? but also the most rewarding because of the freedom given to us to choose our path.

Today, I would like to tell you a little story of how I started MirrorWhite. From a young age, I had always wanted to start a business, this could be because I belong to a family of entrepreneurs. After completing my MBA in the US, I decided to move back to India to start something. Not knowing what and how I would do it, all I had was a deep desire to do something on my own. After months of research, development of the product line, online store and to top it all my wedding, MirrorWhite was born in June 2014 a few months after my marriage. Getting MirrorWhite started and bringing it to where it is today has not been easy but with the support of my family, husband, and a few friends, we are doing some wonderful work. Last year, We also started an online store in the United States mirrorwhite.com, again run by two lovely women, Manju & Indrani who took the plunge into entrepreneurship at a much later stage in life. 10929010_863936726961537_4700608211430028624_n11061210_1605475979722260_5122399084625691160_n

The last two years have been a wonderful joy ride and we hope in the years to come we continue to inspire, give back to society, and create jewellery that is timeless and has a story to tell.

If you’re in the US, check out our online store www.mirrorwhite.com and if you’re in India, check out www.mirrorwhite.in, if you still haven’t.

It’s never too late to be who you want to be, is a quote I live by every day of life. What’s your story?

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Love is in the air

Hello Again,

It’s that time of the year when we think red! Excuse me folks I said think not see ;-)On most days of the year we see red very quickly, but come February and we think red.. Aah love is in the air, you say.

Valentine’s Day around the corner and our expectations from our significant other keep rising as the February 14th day approaches closer. So this year I have a revolutionary thought for you ladies!!! Be your own Valentine this year!! And why is that you ask, Because each one of us is worth it, to borrow a much cliche’d line from a popular ad.

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Love yourself for a change, I don’t mean it any selfish or narcisstic sense. Respect yourself, blemishes and all, truly revel in yourself, set some time aside for yourself , even if you have a date. Go buy that red dress and go out with some friends.

The shoes, bag, heart shaped ring, earring that you have been eyeing. Indulge yourself , cause you have earned it.

Go shop, dress up party and simply be happy in your own skin this Valentine!!!

Happy Valentine’s Day to me and to you in advance!!!

Oh and don’t forget to check out the amazing offers we have in store for you till 14th February on www.mirrorwhite.in 🙂

 

Starry Nights – The Black Onyx Collection

The colour of the night in elegant silver is a pure delight! Be it a chic evening gown or a business casual for your day at work.

Mirror White presents the brand new Starry Nights Collection with some eye-catching handcrafted silver jewellery in black onyx.

The origin of Onyx   

Myth has it that Goddess Venus was resting on the banks of the Indus River and as she slept, Cupid used the point of one of his enchanted arrows to give her a manicure. The pairings of her nails then fell into the waters of the sacred river. The nails of the heavenly origin just sank to the river bottom and were metamorphosed into onyx! How wonderful is this story!

Starry Nights

Our collection includes a range of beautiful jewellery that befits every occasion. Style yourself with these intricately designed bracelets, pendants and earrings that exude beauty in every sense.

The heart-shaped pendant is a charming piece of jewellery that will match, both your dressy and casual outfits.

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Choose our Onyx danglers to add a look of sophistication and surreal style to your personality.

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Why Wear Onyx?

The black gemstone is the birthstone of the December borns.  It can help you be the master of your destiny and strengthen your confidence. It provides support in difficult times and centres your energy in times of mental or physical stress. It also offers the gift of wise decisions.

Some people recommend Onyx as a protective measure for harmonious relationships. Onyx also brings increased vigor, strength, stamina, and self-control. It alleviates worry, tension, and nervousness and eliminates confusion and nightmares.

Maintenance Tips

The best way to clean an onyx is to wipe it clean with a moist cloth. It is always suggested that the jewellery be kept away from chemicals, even soap, which can build up inside the stone, causing discoloration.

Welcome to MirrorWhite

“Be your own kind of beautiful, with the right jewellery adorning your body”

Mirror White narrates a story – a story of handcrafted beauty. Each piece of jewellery is an ode to beauty and love. It makes a statement that cannot be expressed in words, as every single piece exudes captivating splendor.

The Saga Begins

The brand comes to you from the well-known house of Zaveri Bros. Jewellers, who have already etched a name for themselves in gold and diamond jewellery. Mirror White is the brainchild of Roshni Chetan Hinduja, who grew up amidst Zaveri jewellery and diamonds.

Roshni was in her 20s when she realised India still lacks classy, elegant and yet affordable jewellery. Thus, she started her journey into the world of Sterling Silver jewellery creation and culminated it as Mirror White.

The Saga Continues

The silver jewellery is handcrafted for the contemporary woman, who is confident, feminine and selective. Coupled with precious and semi-precious gemstones, you get masterpieces that are timeless in nature.

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The unique designs and styles have been fashioned for the woman, who wants to hold on to her feminine side without appearing ostentatious. Each piece allows the woman to make a style and fashion statement and stand out in a crowded room for her sheer elegance. The jewellery complements every woman’s personality and yet it is affordable and within reach.

The Timeless Collection

We offer a wide and comprehensive collection to satisfy every woman’s requirements and taste. Right from contemporary earring designs to traditional jhumkis to elegant bracelets, pendants and classic chains, you can get them all. There is jewellery for every occasion – everyday wear and vibrant ones for special occasions.

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The earrings, rings, bracelets and necklaces bring their own personality that blends seamlessly with the woman’s personality.

The Turquoise Collection
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Be sure to browse through the recently introduced Turquoise Collection comprising of turquoise jewellery. Turquoise pendants, Floral drops, Circle of Love pendants and Turquoise circles are some of the pieces you can pick up at unbelievable prices.

The team at Mirrorwhite is continually adding new styles and designs to their portfolio. The new collections in the coming months will be the Starry Night and Silver Linings that will please the senses of every woman.

Shop Like Never Before

Mirror White has an online retail store knowing the modern woman is too busy juggling many hats. Pay for the jewellery with PAYU, Visa, MasterCard and Debit Cards from all major banks. There is also the convenience of COD (cash on delivery).

The prices of jewellery are down-to-earth and affordable. Orders are shipped within 1 to 3 days, while custom orders take anywhere from 10 to 15 days to ship. Whether you are looking for jewellery to go with a traditional ensemble or elegant danglers to wear to work, you will find something for every occasion and need!

A modern woman can make the right statement with the right accessories. But Mirror White is more than just an accessory. It is an extension of who are and what you want to be. It is inseparable from you.

Mirror White – a name that evokes dreams, mystical magic, allure and magnificence. How can you go wrong when you wear a Mirror White creation?

You can check out their entire line of silver jewellery on www.mirrorwhite.in

By Maanasi Radhakrishnan