Wedding Jewelry
Wedding Jewelry
What is Maangtika? (North Indian Bridal Jewelry – Part I)
The maangtika is a beautifully crafted long piece affixed on the centre of the head and coming to rest on the forehead. The pretty floral designs enhance the brow and eyes of the bride.
What is Nath? (North Indian Bridal Jewelry – Part II)
What is Kamphoo? (North Indian Bridal Jewelry - Part III)
Earrings are traditionally called karnphool, flower-shaped pieces that adorned the ears. In modern times, brides pick from a host of design options, be it long, dangling “chandeliers” or elaborately carved stud earrings in intricately worked gold or diamonds, semi-precious gems, Kundan and meenakari work.
What is Haar? (North Indian Bridal Jewelry – Part IV)
What is Bajuband? (North Indian Bridal Jewelry – Part V)
The modern bride often gives the go by to the bajuband or armlet. However, the best thing about jewelry is that there’s a piece to enhance every visible part of the feminine form. If you have a pair of shapely, well-toned arms, the bajuband, worn on the upper arm will be a fine addition to your jewelry collection.
What are traditional Wedding Ornaments? (North Indian Bridal Jewelry – VI)
What is Hathphool? North Indian Bridal Jewelry – VII)
Another splendidly decadent bridal jewelry piece is the hathphool, consisting of five rings from which delicate chains travel cross the hand to connect with a bracelet. A gentle reminder, perhaps of the bonds of matrimony!
What is Kamarband? (North Indian Bridal Jewelry – Part VIII)
The kamarband or “waist band” is a beautifully worked item of jewelry that shows off the slender waist of the bride (one more incentive to shed extra inches before your wedding!). The two “straps” of the kamarband are usually attached to a central piece with an elaborate design, often studded with diamonds or other precious stones.
what is Payal? (North Indian Bridal Jewelry – IX)
Payals or anklets come in all sorts of variations and it’s up the wearer to pick what she’s comfortable with. There are delicate chains, payals with little bells (or mangoes) or heavier, carved pieces embellished with stones. It’s best to select something that goes with one’s overall body type.
What is the significance of gemstones in wedding jewelry?
Diamonds symbolize fidelity and commitment, also intelligence and prosperity. They are also believed to help eliminate various sexual problems. Pearls are all about serenity and peace, while lapis lazuli will keep couples firmly bonded in matrimony. Coral influences loving behavior, yellow zircons draw love into your life.
What are some Indian Wedding Jewelry trends at Bridal Asia Expo?
Jewelry designer Vandana Munjal showcased stylishly understated diamond jewelry for the modern woman. Ritu Beri’s theme for this year was a surprise. Her collection, called Bride Goes Wild had fluid, sensuous fabrics and bold animal prints. Strictly for the bold!
Bride's Wedding Ring and Wedding Band
Brides are sometimes daunted by the seemingly endless options for wedding rings and bands. One must decide upon the style of ring and then the accompanying band. Some women choose to have the ring and band soldered together so that it is worn as one larger unit. Other women select bands that match the ring and can be worn together or separately. On a daily basis, just the band can be worn and the ring can be added for special occasions. The band is typically priced far less than the ring so the band is ideal to wear when travelling.
Wedding Bands
Wedding bands are probably the single most important memento from the wedding day. Much of the focus is on men’s wedding bands. However, women’s wedding bands deserve attention as well since the band is daily worn for a lifetime. The options for wedding bands seem endless today. In addition to the traditional gold and silver wedding bands, diamond, platinum, and titanium wedding bands have gained considerable popularity.
