| The occasion of marriage is a special one for any | | | | brides is in the form of a ring, which is attached to a |
| person. In India, it is considered a highly sacred bond. | | | | chain that is hooked in the hair. It is called 'Nath' in Hindi. |
| An Indian woman regards the day of her marriage as | | | | In certain castes, the nose ring is worn without the |
| the most important day in her life. To make this special | | | | chain. With the changing fashions, the nose ring is also |
| day perfect, preparations go on for months on end in | | | | undergoing a change. It is now available in different |
| Indian households. Jewelry plays a very important role | | | | styles and is fast becoming a fashion statement. |
| in Indian weddings. An Indian bride is usually decked up | | | | Necklace: The necklace is the most versatile piece of |
| from head to toe in beautiful jewelry that complements | | | | bridal jewelry in today's times. It is available in a variety |
| her attire and her personality. | | | | of styles and colors. The type of necklace is chosen |
| Typically, an Indian bride uses the following ornaments: | | | | depending upon the neckline of the bride's dress as |
| Maangtika or tiara: The tiara, called the Maangtika in | | | | well as the color and pattern. According to fashion |
| Hindi, is used to adorn the centre forehead parting of | | | | experts, a long necklace would look good with a deep |
| the bride. Maangtikas are now available in different | | | | neck, while a choker would suit a smaller neckline. |
| styles and colors. Usually, for bridal wear, a Maangtika | | | | Armbands: An armband is called 'Bajubandh' in Hindi. It |
| with a decorative centre piece is preferred, with a long | | | | is also a widely used piece of bridal jewelry, which is |
| string. In the modern times, tiaras in the form of crowns | | | | worn on the upper part of the arms. |
| are also being used. | | | | Bangles: The bangles are one of the most important |
| Hair accessories: The trend of using hair accessories is | | | | part of a bride's attire. A variety of bangles made of |
| getting highly popular in today's times. It is fast | | | | different metals and studded with different gemstones |
| becoming a fashion statement. The hair accessories | | | | and pearls is available in the market today. Nowadays, |
| should co-ordinate with the attire of the bride. If the | | | | bracelets are becoming popular as bridal wear. |
| bride's dress is studded with diamonds, hair | | | | Finger rings: Finger rings are also one of the most |
| accessories encrusted with diamonds can be used. | | | | important pieces of bridal jewelry. There are a number |
| Pearl headgear and silver hairpins are also in vogue in | | | | of styles available in the market in case of rings. Like |
| the fashion world. In certain communities in India, | | | | other jewels, rings are also available in different metals, |
| elaborate headgear made of flowers is used as part | | | | colors and gemstones. Generally, finger rings are worn |
| of bridal wear. | | | | on the ring fingers. However, finger rings can be worn |
| Earrings: Earrings are available in every imaginable | | | | on several fingers, as per the preference of the bride. |
| style and color. They range from small, delicate ones | | | | Ring bracelet: A ring bracelet is a bracelet that is |
| to dangling, heavy ones. Earrings are available in | | | | attached to finger rings by way of chains. It is a |
| different metals and using different gemstones or | | | | custom in certain castes in India to wear ring bracelets. |
| pearls. Nowadays, the trend is to wear earrings | | | | Summary: - The choice of bridal jewelry is one of the |
| covering the whole ear. Brides typically wear earrings | | | | most important considerations in an Indian wedding. It is |
| that are attached to a chain, which is hooked in the | | | | necessary that the jewelry be suitable to the bride's |
| hair. | | | | personality and well-coordinated so that the bride looks |
| Nose ring: The nose ring traditionally worn by Indian | | | | her best on her special day. |