Our Story

“In the atelier of Deepa and Jay, each piece emerges from their creative crucible, it carries not just the weight of precious materials but the spirit of a rich legacy. In their hands, jewellery becomes a living, breathing narrative—an art form that transcends time and whispers tales of splendour to those who wear it.”

The birth of the "Deepa Gurnani" jewelry brand began with the union of Jay and Deepa. As their lives merged, their creative minds and practices complemented each other, leading to the launch of their first collection at Henri Bendel’s in NYC in November 2006. Season after season, Deepa Gurnani continues to inspire with its stunning, handcrafted embroidered accessories.

OUR STORY  OUR MISSION

Often, necessity becomes the spark for creativity. After marrying and moving to New York City in the early 2000s,  I teamed up with my husband Jay, a talented jewelry designer. Faced with the challenge of being unable to travel for nine months due to my green card application,  our Artisans in India were at risk of losing work.Garment design is a meticulous business, and trying to manage it from 7,700 miles away wasn’t practical. Every seam and detail needed attention, and a simple message relay was just not cutting it.In response, we began creating beaded accessories at home in New York City, which we then sent to India for our Artisans to reproduce. Despite my primary expertise in garment design, we found a way to integrate the Artisan’s skills with our new creative direction.This necessity-driven project marked our first venture into accessory design, resulting in an embellished hand-embroidered collection. As we navigated this unforeseen collaboration, we discovered a shared passion for design. This pursuit not only sustained our professional lives, but also became a significant part of our shared journey.Our creative efforts led to trunk shows in various New York City stores, culminating in a breakthrough at Henri Bendel, a prominent retail destination for artistic creations. We seized this opportunity, engaging directly with consumers. Our journey began with belts and gradually expanded into a variety of accessories, evolving from hair accessories to bracelets, earrings, necklaces, and clutches.

We are passionate about preserving and celebrating the art of the heritage of Indian crafts. As a New York City house of curated and designed luxury, our mission is to refine and elevate traditional craftsmanship through our unique and responsible approach.Each piece in our collection is meticulously handcrafted using ethical methods, ensuring that our products not only reflect beauty and sophistication but also a deep respect for the Artisans and the traditions behind them. We pride ourselves on creating timeless pieces that tell a story and connect with our audience on a personal level.Our creations are cherished in leading stores worldwide, including Bergdorf Goodman, Nordstrom, Tootsies, and Moda Operandi, to name a few. We invite you to explore our collection and experience the exquisite craftsmanship and rich heritage that define the Deepa Gurnani ethos.

NOTE- All businesses in India are made against the purchases/services on deepagurnani.com or offline against our Indian registered company name- Feelwell Garments & Accessories Pvt. Ltd.