Festive fashion for men: It's time to elevate your style with statement jewellery pieces

Festive fashion for men

For men, festive dressing has always been about sharp tailoring, rich fabrics, and subtle details that set the tone for celebration. But today, the finishing touch that truly elevates a look is jewellery and ornamental pieces that don’t just accessorise but tell a story of individuality, craft, and heritage. In their quiet brilliance, they remind us that luxury is as much about thoughtfulness as it is about shine.

To elevate a festive look for men’s jewellery, the key is to choose pieces that are versatile, meaningful, and understated -- think modern heirlooms that whisper stories of craft and sophistication. Pooja Roy Chowdhury, Founder of Nimai, explains, “Whether wearing a crisp kurta pajama or an Indo-western ensemble, choose subtle yet statement pieces that add depth and character without making the ensemble feel overwhelming. Like handcrafted one-of-a-kind cufflinks featuring discarded watch parts, celestial collar necklaces and rings, layered bracelets inspired from Rabari tribe and statement flora and fauna brooches. The beauty of these pieces lies in their restraint — mix one or two at most to avoid clutter, and always mix metals or colors to amp up the style quotient.”

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Heritage meets style:
The guiding principle is to be passionate about pieces that tell a story of heritage while still feeling wearable and chic. This festive season, the emphasis is on jewellery that nods to tradition yet slips seamlessly into a modern wardrobe. So how can men style these jewels in a way that feels both contemporary and head-turning? Pooja advises, “For jewelry style, always focus on balancing tradition with trend, classic with contemporary. Like when wearing a bandhgala, pair it with a sleek yet impactful collar necklace and a stack of rings on both hands. Or add an edge with different earrings layered as brooches. And yes, an ear cuff is the ultimate accessory to elevate your look without feeling overdone.”

These cues are more than just styling hacks but they are a way to re-imagine masculinity, where accessories serve as markers of taste and personality. A sharply cut sherwani with a single bold brooch or layered rings can look just as commanding as any opulent embroidery. Making a statement doesn’t have to mean going over the top. As Pooja points out, “A signet ring is a small but statement symbol of style and character. From uniquely engraved designs to single stone settings, a little ring on the pinky makes a mighty statement. For your wrist stack, mix up gemstone tennis brackets with link-chains for balance between metal and colour. And when it comes to gemstones jewelry for the festive season, emerald and ruby is always the first choice — but this festive season, stand out from the crowd with turquoise, jade, lapis lazuli and tourmaline.”

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What emerges is a jewellery code for the modern festive man – one that celebrates individuality without tipping into excess. The best pieces, after all, are not about flaunting wealth but about carrying forward a story, a craft, a legacy.