Jewelry is one of the most important elements in Indian wedding. Bridal jewelry is an important piece of art in any Indian women`s life. Whether it is a necklace set, or a pendant set, bangles, rings, bracelets or earrings; jewelry happens to be a very important part of Indian wedding. Jewelry is made of gold, silver, diamond or platinum depending the budget and taste of the bride and her parents. If the budget is high than one can go for designer jewelry and tailored jewelry.
 Jewelry can be of diverse style depending on the occasion. The pre wedding functions like sangeet, mehendi and engagement the brides usually opt for simple and light jewelry. A gold chain with pendants and earrings in gold, silver and white gold studded with diamonds, precious stones and semi-precious stones are seen to be used the most. Mainly heavy jewelry is worn on the main wedding day. The bride dresses herself with jewelry from head to toe. Nowadays people go for fashion jewelry matching their outfit. People are also designing their wedding jewelry. For example if the bride wears a red color saree or Lehenga than the bride can wear a gold set with red semi precious on it.
People from different community have diverse taste and thus prefer different style and kind of jewelry. For example a conservative Punjabi family prefer chunky or heavy jewelry with colored stones, while Marwari`s and Sindhi`s usually prefers diamonds. Nowadays designer jewelry is available in different metals, diverse settings and three-dimensional designs with geometric shapes and diamonds settings. Many precious stones are also being experimented with different types of designer glass.
Wide varieties of stones are nowadays made into bridal jewelries in different colors, quality, price and shapes like baguettes, rubies, emeralds, aquamarines, garnet, amethyst, citrine, and sapphires. The contemporary brides prefer modern designs and traditional designs presented in a sleek and stylish manner. They go for something stylish and wearable in all occasions and not too heavy and exhaustive.
The Indian bridal jewelry adds extraordinary effects to the bride`s look and brings out that gorgeous self in her. There is a need to revamp the bride from head to toe for the perfect complete look. The types of bridal fashion jewelry encompass Maangtika, Anklets, Earrings, Bangles, Nose Ring, Waistband, Necklace and Toe rings. These jewelries are described below:
Maangtika - It is a fashionable bridal jewelry that glorifies the center parting of the bride. It comes in different styles and colors using various gemstones primarily diamonds and pearls. This is usually made up of a string hooked at the top with some elegantly designed centerpiece hanging on the other end. It can also be in the shape of a crown. The trend of Mangtika will never fade because of its elegance.
Earrings - The preference of earrings depends on the trousseau style and color of the dress too. If your bridal attire is very gaudy in shades of reddish maroon or copper brown, gold jewelry is the best choice. If the attire is in pastel color, the bride can opt for the delicate pearls, diamonds and other studs. Danglers give a stylish look. In case the sobriety has to be maintained, then you one can go in for studs and small hoops.
Nose Ring - Nose ring should be selected according to color and style of the earring. The conventionally worn nose ring is called "Nath" and consists of studded ring with a long chain hooked up in the hair. However, many more styles are coming into use and it has become a fashion statement today with more and more women getting their nose pierced.
Necklace - Necklace is the most eye catchy jewelry for a bride. This piece of jewellery should necessarily blend with the earring and nose ring design and color. Long necklace would go well with deep neck blouses. For high neckline, Choker is the perfect choice. People with short necks should wear attire with sinking necklines and accordingly choose necklace.
Bangles - Bangles and bracelets symbolizes our Indian culture and tradition. Armband looks elegant on sleeveless cuts. Brides often decorate their hands through an exquisite variety of bracelets and bangles. Bangle bracelets are the modern trend and also easy to use throughout. The bangle design should be matching the earring and necklace design.
Ring - Wedding cannot be completed without a ring, which is worn in the index finger. If other jewellery are in gold, then gold ring is apt for the bride. For modern outfits, precious stones are preferred.
Waist Band - Slim and trim figure of the bride is often highlighted with an artistic kamarband. This accessory is worn with sari as well as lehngas.
Anklets And Toe rings - There is admirably fabulous range of anklets and toe rings in almost all jewellery stores. These give the bride`s toe a stylish look. These bridal foot jewelries flaunt her feet in the most elegant manner. Elaborate designs in works of meenakari, kundan and beads are also available nowadays.
Gemstones are in fashion and apt for summer season to match with the soothing fabric and light shades. In winter season the brides often go for heavy gold work and complement the bright colored heavy warm fabric. The marriage day is a day when all eyes are on the brides and makes them look like an angel, gorgeous and stunning.
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