“LuxeBook embodies the essence of luxury, encompassing the freedom to create, travel, and live life on your terms.” Few contemporary jewellers have redefined Indian craftsmanship with the quiet authority of Sunita Shekhawat, the visionary behind House of Sunita Shekhawat Jaipur. Since 1999, she has revived meenakari—the centuriesold art of enamelling—transforming it into a global language of modern Indian luxury. From her Jaipur atelier, Shekhawat reimagines polki and meenakari through a design philosophy led by technique, colour, and emotion. Her reversible, detachable creations balance heritage with innovation—earning her the title “Modern Meenakar.” Inspired by Rajasthani textiles, festive odhanas, and Jaipur’s rose-tinted architecture, each piece celebrates the city’s aesthetic through a contemporary, collectible lens. Rooted in the Pink City’s cultural fabric, the House also hosts MoMH – the Museum of Meenakari Heritage, India’s first museum dedicated to enamelling. Joined by her children, Niharika and Digvijay, Shekhawat continues to shape a made-in-Jaipur narrative for global connoisseurs who value craftsmanship and emotion. Among her many accolades is the HH Rajmata Gayatri Devi Award for Women’s Excellence (2024). For Shekhawat, luxury is personal—“It’s about emotional connections and the depth of relationships.” Her most treasured creation, the Aadh, designed for her daughter, embodies that sentiment. She believes passion and perseverance can break any ceiling, even in luxury, where success is built on authenticity, relationships, and an unwavering vision. Jaipur, she adds, remains her most unforgettable muse—“where my story began, and where my heart always returns.” | 53 “LuxeBook is a curation of stories and inspirations that celebrate the many definitions of modern luxury—timeless, thoughtful, and unique.” For Suparna Handa, design is not just about beauty; it’s about purpose, people, and legacy. As Managing Director of Sarita Handa, she carries forward her mother’s vision with authenticity and a distinctly global eye. A graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology, New York, her early experiences at Ralph Lauren and ABC Carpet & Home shaped her refined sensibility for craftsmanship and storytelling through design. Returning to India, Handa immersed herself in every aspect of the family business, learning from the ground up before taking the helm. Today, she leads Sarita Handa’s evolution into a globally admired name in home design. One that champions Indian artistry, ethical production, and community empowerment. For her, timeless design begins with intention: fabrics that honour heritage, collections that celebrate artisans, and leadership rooted in integrity. Guided by honesty and heart, she continues to weave together craft, culture, and conscience, one thoughtful creation at a time. | 52 Sunita Shekhawat Founder, House of Sunita Shekhawat Jaipur Suparna Handa Managing Director, Sarita Handa
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