Why Silverware Remains India’s Most Auspicious Gift

Silver has always been considered auspicious in Indian traditions and has always been regarded as part of the culture. From buying silver at festivals to gifting silver to someone as they begin a new chapter in their life, Silver is more than just a part of decor in Indian households. Manifest speaks to five silver connoisseurs on what makes silverware so meaningful, especially during the festive season.

Kalyani Saha Chawla

Founder and CEO, Rezon Luxury Silverware

“Silver is the new gold—a timeless investment that is truly auspicious and an equally precious gift,” says Kalyani Chawla, whose brand, Rezon, is a celebration of India’s centuries-old silversmith traditions. “No matter how small or big, each Rezon piece holds value. Traditionally regarded as a symbol of Goddess Lakshmi, silver embodies prosperity and good fortune.”

Created by skilled artisans, each piece embodies the same age-old techniques using inherited tools that have been passed down through generations, then refined through Kalyani’s contemporary interpretations. “At Rezon, the craft remains unchanged. Our designs are traditional at their core, but my interpretations bring a fresh, contemporary touch.”

Each piece is entirely handmade with exceptional craftsmanship as the brand distinguishes itself through exclusive design, quality and value. Rezon’s collections are crafted with meticulous details by skilled artisans who are taught by their forefathers; they carry forward a true legacy of craftsmanship. “For newlyweds, I’d recommend a decorative Rezon centrepiece, which is versatile enough to move from one area of the house to another. Perhaps a stunning murti for the mandir to mark new beginnings, or a timeless tea set that’s both beautiful and a lasting investment.”

Shikha Durlabhji

Owner and Founder, Code Silver

For Shikha Durlabhji, silverware is a celebration of love and emotions. “Unlike gifts that fade with time, silverware is timeless,” she tells Manifest. Shikha believes that weddings and key festivals in India are about new beginnings, and silverware perfectly mirrors that spirit—pure, radiant, and everlasting. “It’s a gift that doesn’t just sit on a shelf, but becomes part of rituals, memories, and celebrations for years to come.”

At Code Silver, heritage craftsmanship meets modern design. “This balance allows every piece to feel both deeply rooted in heritage and perfectly suited for contemporary living.” The brand’s signature lies in customisation—each piece can be made truly personal. “Our strength lies in reimagining intricate chitai and jaali craftsmanship with a modern aesthetic, creating heirloom-worthy designs with a fresh edge,” Shikha highlights. For newlyweds, she recommends, “Our customisable silver-plated photo frames, travel tags, and decor accents are perfect.”

Akanksha Aggarwal

Co-Founder, Exclusively Yours

For Akanksha Aggarwal, silverware is more than just utility. It represents continuity and culture. She believes that silverware reflects a timeless charm that transcends generations and is a symbol of celebration. “Silverware is about gifting something that carries warmth, elegance, and tradition,” Akanksha tells Manifest as she highlights that during peak wedding or festive seasons, gifting silverware is symbolic. “Unlike fleeting trends, silverware lasts a lifetime, becoming part of family stories and heirlooms. It represents prosperity, good fortune, and the intention to create beautiful memories around the table,” she adds.

Exclusively Yours honours the rich heritage of silver craftsmanship in India. “We work closely with skilled artisans who have inherited age-old techniques, but we encourage experimentation with forms, finishes, and motifs that resonate with today’s aesthetic sensibilities.” The result, she shares, is pieces that feel rooted in tradition but are versatile enough for modern lifestyles. “Legacy is preserved through the hands that create each piece,” and Exclusively Yours invests time in sourcing master artisans, sustaining traditional methods to ensure every creation is carefully monitored.

Her favourite pick for newlyweds? She recommends their signature silver tea set or engraved serving bowls. “These are elegant, versatile, and can be used daily or for special occasions. More importantly, they are symbolic gifts, representing warmth, togetherness, and the beginning of new traditions.”

Ayush Kasliwal and Geetanjali Kasliwal

Founders and Creative Directors, Anantaya

At Anantaya, gifting is never about the object alone. “It is about the experience it carries,” shares Co-Founder Geetanjali Kasliwal. Each piece at the Jaipur-based design house reflects India’s rich craft traditions but is reimagined in a way that it’s functional for modern times. “This makes our gifts thoughtful, purposeful, and lasting—objects that bring beauty and meaning into the lives of those who receive them.”

The brand bridges the past and the present through collaborations with master artisans who preserve centuries-old techniques and infuse them with contemporary forms, versatile functions, and new materials. Guided by the philosophy to create ‘Objects of Culture for Contemporary Living,’ Anantaya believes that design should inspire, endure, and enrich everyday experiences. “Each product embodies innovation, sustainability, and storytelling, making it more than decor or utility.”

For weddings and festivities, Geetanjali suggests Anantaya's Jaam collection and touch-sensitive wireless lamps, and their homeware and decor objects that bring warmth and elegance into everyday living. “We offer a diverse portfolio that goes beyond conventional gifting, ranging from hand-crafted lamps and artisanal tableware to lifestyle accents and collectable decor. Each gift carries the essence of craftsmanship, sustainability, and timeless design, making it not just a present but a keepsake of culture and care,” Geetanjali shares.

Rahhul Mehta

Managing Director, Silver Emporium

“Silverware is one of the rare gifts that holds emotion, value, and legacy in equal measure,” Rahhul Mehta tells us. In India, especially when it comes to weddings and festivals, people often look for gifts that go beyond materialistic value and convey their blessings to the couple or the family. “Unlike trend-based or consumable gifts, silver becomes a part of the family’s story. Pooja thalis, idols, dinner sets, baby feeding sets, and decor bowls stay with families for years, often turning into heirlooms.”

Rahul believes that these gifts carry memories, whether it is the couple’s first Diwali together, the first pooja in their new home, or milestone anniversaries and celebrations. For newlyweds, Rahul recommended gifts that can bring elegance into their new home and create memories over time, “Pure silver dinner set or cutlery set—symbolic of abundance and designed to be used throughout their life together or Silver bar set—modern, stylish, perfect for couples who love entertaining. Our Silver home décor artefacts (urli, candle stands, vases, idols) — timeless pieces that bring auspicious energy and elevate their space are also great picks for newlyweds,” Rahul adds that these pieces are not just luxury gifts but functional, meaningful, and become part of the couple’s shared moments and rituals.