As jewellery preferences evolve, the Baramati-born
jeweller is embracing a younger generation with contemporary designs, diamonds,
sterling silver and a more personal approach to jewellery, alongside a
Pre-Diwali Gold Rate Protection offer
PUNE, September 2026: For 200 years, jewellery
has been part of Chandukaka Saraf’s story. Today, the brand is looking at how
the next generation wants to wear it.
With a journey that began in Baramati in 1827, Chandukaka Saraf has built its
identity around trust, craftsmanship and relationships across generations. As
the brand enters its 200th year, it is turning its attention to a generation
that is changing the way jewellery is discovered, styled and experienced,
ensuring that its 200-year jewellery
legacy continues to evolve with changing customer preferences.
From Tradition to Self-Expression
For Gen Z, jewellery is increasingly becoming a form of
self-expression rather than something reserved only for weddings or traditional
occasions. Lightweight designs, contemporary gold jewellery, diamonds and sterling
silver jewellery are finding space in everyday wardrobes, allowing
customers to choose pieces that reflect their personality, lifestyle and
individual sense of style.
This shift is creating an opportunity for established
jewellery houses to bring their heritage into a more contemporary conversation,
one where jewellery can mark a first salary, a personal achievement, a
birthday, a friendship or simply a moment when someone wants to celebrate
themselves.
A 200-Year Legacy, Reimagined for a New Generation
Samyak Kishorkumar Shah, Managing Director, Chandukaka
Saraf, believes the future lies in making the brand’s heritage relevant to
changing customer expectations.
“The way people connect with jewellery is changing,
especially among the younger generation. Gen Z wants jewellery that feels
personal, versatile and relevant to their lifestyle. They may wear a piece to
celebrate a milestone, complete an everyday look or simply express who they
are. For us, this is an exciting opportunity to take the trust built over 200
years and make it meaningful for a new generation,” said Shah.
Jewellery That Fits the Way Gen Z Lives
Chandukaka Saraf is responding to this evolution through a growing
focus on contemporary jewellery that can move across occasions. The
brand’s new diamond and sterling silver collections bring a more modern
dimension to its portfolio, offering designs that complement both everyday
looks and special occasions.
The growing interest in versatile jewellery also reflects a
broader change in consumer behaviour. Younger customers are looking beyond
conventional categories and exploring pieces that can be layered, mixed and
styled in their own way. For them, jewellery is less about following a fixed
occasion and more about creating a personal style.
Celebrate Pre-Diwali with Gold Rate Protection
The upcoming festive season is another area where Chandukaka
Saraf is responding to changing customer needs. Through its Pre-Diwali Gold
Rate Protection initiative, customers can book their jewellery by paying just
10% in advance and avail the applicable benefit of a lower gold rate, subject
to the terms and conditions of the offer.
“For many families, festive jewellery is something they
plan for well in advance. At the same time, younger customers are looking for
flexibility and value when making important purchases. With our Pre-Diwali
initiative, we want customers to be able to plan their jewellery purchase with
greater confidence while enjoying the applicable benefit of the gold rate
protection offer,” Shah added.
Where Heritage Meets Contemporary Jewellery
The brand sees Gen Z not as a departure from its heritage,
but as the next generation to carry that heritage forward. The combination of
traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design allows Chandukaka Saraf to
speak to customers who appreciate the trust and familiarity of an established
jewellery house while looking for designs that fit their present-day lifestyle.
“We don’t see tradition and modernity as opposites. Our
heritage gives us a strong foundation, but it is our ability to understand
changing customers that will shape our next chapter. Gen Z is asking us to
think differently about how jewellery is designed, styled and experienced, and
we want to be part of that conversation,” said Shah.
Taking the Chandukaka Saraf Experience to the Next
Generation
The brand’s expansion across Maharashtra is also part of its
broader effort to make the Chandukaka Saraf experience more accessible to
evolving customer communities. Chakan and Talegaon Dabhade are among the
locations forming part of this expansion, bringing the brand closer to
customers in growing markets around Pune.
The expansion reflects the brand’s larger ambition: to combine
the familiarity of a 200-year legacy with the accessibility, design choices and
customer experience expected by today’s generation.
200 Years Behind Us. A New Generation Ahead.
As Chandukaka Saraf enters its 200th year, its story is no
longer only about preserving the past. It is about understanding how the next
generation wants to celebrate, express and wear jewellery, and building a
future around those changing expectations.
“The first 200 years belong to the generations who built
this trust with us. What comes next is something we want to build together with
our customers. If the next generation wants to wear jewellery differently, we
want to listen, evolve and give them the freedom to make it their own,”
Shah concluded.
About Chandukaka Saraf
Founded in Baramati in 1827, Chandukaka Saraf is a jewellery
brand with a 200-year legacy of trust and craftsmanship. The brand offers gold,
diamond, silver, bridal and contemporary jewellery and continues to expand its
presence across Maharashtra and Karnataka. Led by Managing Director Samyak
Kishorkumar Shah, Chandukaka Saraf is focused on balancing its heritage with
evolving customer preferences and contemporary jewellery trends. For more
information, visit https://chandukakasaraf.in/.