A wedding is the most auspicious moment of a woman’s life. Hence it is only customary that she takes time and patience to choose her wedding jewellery carefully. Every bride wants to look her best on her wedding day. So, Arranging a perfect blend of traditional and modern elements is essential when choosing what jewellery you want to wear on your big day. Below are some helpful tips on everything you need about wedding jewellery so you can plan accordingly.

NECKLACES AND NECKLINES

No wedding outfit is complete without a necklace. Thus, choosing the right necklace according to your blouse’s neckline and the attire’s colour is important. If the blouse had an elegant scoop neckline, a bib necklace works better than a straight necklace to perfectly mimic the neckline. In the case of a deep-V plunging neckline, wearing a deep, long necklace will amp up your look. A thin choker necklace and layered malas would also enhance the neckline. In case of a strapless look:

1. Go for a sleek choker or small necklace to not stray the attention from your neck and sleek collarbones.
2. Choose a choker set or a princess-length necklace for the popular sweetheart neckline to make a unique look.
3. Don’t forget to match the colour of the jewellery with the outfit.

Or one could go for contrasting colours to create a more remarkable look.

EARRINGS

‘Jhumki’ are traditional Indian bell-shaped earrings loved for their distinctive jingling sounds. It consists of hanging decorative elements that give it a beautiful look. Earrings are also chosen according to the necklaces and hairstyle of the bride. Most of the time, earrings match the necklace set entirely since they are bought together. Even chandelier earrings are trendy these days.

MAANG TIKKA

A maang tikka is worn by Indian brides centred on the forehead, at the part of her hair jeweller. They are also matched to the necklace set and the bride’s earrings. A heavier tikka looks best on a broad forehead. At the same time, a lighter tikka looks best on a small or average size forehead.

NOSE RING

Nose rings come in various sizes and add charm to a bridal outfit. It is also called a ‘nath.’ Nath do not require the nose to be pierced since they come in clip-on variations. A traditional and ethnic nose ring will look best if the attire and jewellery are heavy. If the look is light and simple, the big nath can be replaced with a simple nose ring.

ANKLETS

‘Payals’ are beautiful jewellery meant to be worn on the feet. They consist of a lot of traditional designs. Some even have metallic balls attached, which make a melodious sound with every step of the bride. They are also a symbol of a woman’s reproductive health. They must complement the rest of the bridal outfit, including the jewellery.

BANGLES

Bangles are a symbol of Indian culture globally. They are mostly made of precious metals like gold and silver, adding charm to the wedding outfit. In most Indian communities, it is customary for a bride to wear thick bangles at and after her wedding. Punjabi brides wear a specific set of bangles called Choora. It consists of a pair of 21 red and ivory bangles that she is intended to wear for 40 days after the wedding. Polki bangles are a tradition in the north, while the Kerala kappu are from the south.

RING

These come in various shapes and colours and greatly help beautify the bride’s hands. In addition to her engagement ring, a bride can adorn other beautiful rings with precious gemstones to match the outfit ( or even the nail polish colour.) Designer antique rings in gold with a large diamond or pearl in the centre and small emeralds or rubies studded around them are back in vogue.

KAMARBAND

A kamarband is a waistband that leads to a delicate and graceful look. It can be studded with gemstones and greatly helps accentuate the natural waist of the bride. They can be chosen according to the bride’s body type, from curvy to slim waistbands.

DIFFERENT WEDDING JEWELLERY IN DIFFERENT STATES

A diverse culture leads to different types of wedding jewellery worn in different areas of the country. A Gujarati bride adorns beautiful Kakani bangles with a Chandar Haar on her neck and a Damni Mattha Patti on her forehead, giving a divine look. A Bengali bride wears a traditional bridal necklace called the “patti haar” made of betel leaves. A Punjabi bride adorns the beautiful red and white chooda.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT JEWELLERY

The right jewellery must complement the outfit chosen. The necklace must complement and enhance the neckline, while the other components must complement each other. This, along with the perfect wedding saree or lehenga, will lead to an enchanting wedding look.