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Ultra-luxury Indian jewelry brand brings dazzling Bollywood opulence to Houston

Houston offers a glowing range of jewelry options, but for those who want a level of extra and ornate can look to a global brand that has just set up shop here.

Tanishq, India's most prominent jewelry retail outlet, has opened a new boutique in Post Oak. Shoppers at the new, 3,800-square-foot Houston showroom will be greeted by pieces boasting Tanishq's contemporary design mixed with the timeless art and craftsmanship made famous in India.

The Post Oak store offers more than 2,000 unique designs, including 18k and 22k gold, plus diamond jewelry, solitaries, and colored gemstones. To toast its Texas debut, Tanishq is showcasing its exquisite, one-of-a-kind collections: Dharohar and Tales of Mystique.

Dharohar, which translates to 'heritage,' features intricately crafted gold jewelry adorned with colorful enamel work and unique uncut diamonds. Tales of Mystique, per press materials, highlights an ethno-contemporary take on jewelry inspired by India's landscapes and architecture.

Tanishq Tanishq is a household name in India. Photo courtesy of Tanishq USA

But really, it's all dazzling. Intricately cut gold pieces pop with glowing gemstones — think rubies embedded upon diamonds, teardrop designs, and necklaces that engulf the decollete without being stifling or oppressive. The dazzling necklaces, bracelets, and earrings are designed for casual to formal to celebration, and can transform an everyday Houstonian into a Bollywood queen in seconds.

It's no accident that the international brand tapped Houston for its expansion. Company brass tells CultureMap that Houston's nation-leading cultural diversity, large Indian population, booming economy, and choosy buyers made the city a top target for expansion.

Tanishq New lines blend contemporary with iconic Indian design. Photo courtesy of Tanishq USA

Frisco, the north-Dallas booming 'burb, is the other Texas city to welcome a Tanishq USA boutique. The brand opened its first U.S. store in New Jersey last year, so expect more locations on the way.

"The Indian audience is spread across the United States," said Amrit Pal Singh, Tanishq's North American business head for jewelry, in press materials. "As we expand in an effort to serve them better, we intend to do so by catering to their diverse preferences, bringing a wide range of exquisite jewelry and, at the same time, interesting designs in everyday wear."

"With a firm commitment to quality, ethical sourcing, and a tailored retail experience, Tanishq is here to provide our customers with jewelry that epitomizes perfection."

Shoppers to the 3,800-square-foot Houston showroom will be greeted by contemporary design mixed with timeless Indian art and craftsmanship.Photo courtesy of Tanishq

A household name in India, Tanishq currently has more than 400 retail stores across 240 cities in its home nation. Its parent company is Titan, a part of the Tata Group, an Indian multinational conglomerate with operations in more than 100 countries.

Business for Tanishq is golden: the company boasts $3.5 billion in annual revenue.

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Tanishq Jewellers; 2335 Post Oak Blvd. Hours are 10:30 am to 7 pm daily, closed Monday.

Steven Devadanam contributed to this article.

Photo courtesy of Tanishq USA

Tanishq's boutique is now open in Post Oak.

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Outdoor clothing brand and clean makeup studio coming to Rice Village

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Rice Village is adding two more tenants.

Rice Village continues to diversify its tenant mix with two new additions that are making their Houston debuts. They are:

Jones Road, a makeup store in the former MAC Cosmetics space at 2411 Times Blvd.
Faherty, an outdoor-focused clothing brand at 2414 University Blvd.

Founded by makeup artist Bobbi Brown, Jones Road is known for clean, multi-use makeup items that simplify everyday routines. Its known for its signature Miracle Balm that gives skin a healthy glow. As the brand’s first Houston location, it will allow shoppers to experience the products in person before buying when it opens later this year.

Twin brothers Mike and Alex Faherty founded Faherty as a premium apparel brand for outdoor activities. The brand features a range of knitwear and items that are easy to layer — all of which are made from premium materials. When it opens in spring 2027, the store will stock clothing for both men and women.

"Our goal has always been to create a thoughtfully curated mix of retailers that enhances the Rice Village experience," Rice Real Estate Company’s Sam Dike said in a statement. "Jones Road and Faherty each bring a strong identity and loyal following, and we are thrilled to introduce these brands to Houston while continuing to elevate Rice Village as a premier destination."

In June, Japanese bookstore Kinokuniya announced it will open its second Houston-area store in Rice Village at 2369 Rice Blvd. Slated to open this fall, the 5,600-square-foot store will sell books, stationary, paper goods, and more.

Rice Village has been in an almost-decade long process of upgrading its retail offerings with more national and international brands. Last year, Rice University announced the Gateway Project, a $120 million endeavor to create a seamless, pedestrian-friendly corridor linking the campus to the heart of the Village.

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