Our Story
Founded in 2003 by Dinesh & Anju Wadhwani, Jewels in Paradise is a family-built luxury retail house born from passion, perseverance, and a deep respect for craftsmanship. What began as a single jewelry boutique has evolved into one of the Caribbean’s most recognized destinations for fine jewelry, high watchmaking, and curated luxury experiences.
Today, Jewels in Paradise operates flagship jewelry boutiques at The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba, The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos, and Miami, Florida, with an expanding presence of two boutiques at the iconic The St. Regis Aruba Resort. Our portfolio has grown to include specialized luxury concepts such as Vault 888, an exclusive sunglasses and accessories boutique at The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba, and Billionaires’ Row, our high-watchmaking destination located at The St. Regis Aruba. Together, these concepts position Jewels in Paradise as a premier luxury retail destination across the Caribbean.
Please visit our Our Locations page for full addresses and boutique details.
Gemstones and semi-precious stones are Dinesh’s favorite.
He sources the stones and Anju gets the design going. All of our pieces are handmade in Vicenza, Italy and our diamonds are cut and polished in Antwerp, Belgium. We are well aware that trust plays a huge factor, this is why we offer a lifetime warranty on all our pieces. If anything does happen we have a Service Center in the USA. All you have to do is contact us, we will fix it and send it right back. With every purchase, you get a certified appraisal from us and an independent company from New York.
How did it all start?
The journey began in 1993, when Dinesh pursued his formal education in gemology at the Gemological Institute of India, graduating on February 15, 1995. With an innate eye for detail and a passion for gemstones, he laid the technical foundation that would later define the brand’s uncompromising standards.
Dinesh and Anju—high school sweethearts—shared both love and ambition. They loved each other, but in order to marry Anju, Dinesh had to get a job. His uncle found an opening at one of the very first jewelry stores in Aruba. After almost 2 years, Dinesh returned to India to marry Anju. They got married on the 3rd of July in 1998. Anju and Dinesh moved to Aruba and worked for a couple of jewelry stores. The couple always hoped to open their own jewelry store one day.
Building the Brand
In 2001, their first daughter, Rhea, was born, followed by their second daughter, Sufi, in 2003. That same year marked a defining milestone with the opening of the first Jewels in Paradise boutique at the Renaissance Marketplace in Aruba. By 2008, the company had expanded to three locations on the island and began designing its own jewelry, allowing the family to translate their vision into distinctive, one-of-a-kind creations.
In December 2016, Jewels in Paradise opened at The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba, elevating the brand onto a global luxury hospitality stage. In 2018, the company became a GIA Listed Jewelry Store, reinforcing its commitment to integrity, transparency, and gemological excellence. In 2022, Jewels in Paradise opened its first location on another island – Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos Islands. Since then Jewels in Paradise has opened many locations expanding horizons across the Caribbean.
A Curated Luxury Portfolio
Over time, Jewels in Paradise has evolved into a luxury retail conglomerate, thoughtfully expanding beyond fine jewelry while maintaining a defining philosophy: everything we offer must be exceptional.
Our portfolio now spans:
- Fine and high jewelry
- Rare gemstones and natural diamonds
- High-end and independent watch brands
- Luxury sunglasses and lifestyle accessories
- Luxury home decor and art
Every brand we partner with and every piece we present is hand-selected, curated for its craftsmanship, heritage, innovation, and emotional value. Our collections are never mass-driven; they are intentional, limited, and constantly refined.
Introducing brands
Jewels in Paradise has always represented brands that share equal values when it comes to the craftsmanship of fine jewelry.
More generations to come
At its heart, Jewels in Paradise remains a family story—built on love, resilience, and creativity. As the next generation steps forward, the vision remains clear: to grow boldly while honoring the legacy that built the brand. We strive to be modern, contemporary, and forward-thinking, while staying rooted in craftsmanship and meaning.
Above all, we hope to continue making memories with our clients—because jewelry, watches, and luxury objects are never just about beauty, but about moments.
As Anju always says:
“Life is short—so flaunt it while you can.”
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If you would like to know more, please don’t hesitate to contact us.