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