Where traditional meets trendy, 7 jewellery pieces to upgrade your festive look
Dressing you for the festivals? This season, wear whatever you like, but add a touch of desi flair. Blend the contemporary with traditional and enjoy the best of both worlds with these jewellery pieces.
With the festive season just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to dive into your desi wardrobe. But if you're used to wearing comfortable everyday outfits or formal wear, finding the right balance with traditional jewellery styles might seem tricky. Don't worry, say designer duo Manasa and Sumati Ramakrishnan, design leads from Que by M, a jewellery brand. “Jewellery designing has moved beyond exactly replicating traditional jewellery. Today, as designers, we rethink classic pieces by experimenting with new shapes, materials, and minimalist designs,” says Manasa. “A little creativity with your clothes and a splash of equally creative jewellery can help you nail that desi look and rake in the compliments,” Sumati adds. Here are 7 popular jewellery pieces, suggested by the designer duo, that can glam-up your desi look (Image: Canva)
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Jhumkas: Jhumkas are making a big comeback, and for a good reason. These traditional earrings look fabulous with everything, from jeans and kurtis to full-on traditional attire. Mixing and matching jhumkas with different outfits adds a playful yet sophisticated touch to your style (Image: Canva)
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Emerald necklaces: Emerald necklaces are quickly becoming a favourite for formal occasions. Whether you’re wearing a saree or a sleek evening dress, the rich green hue of emeralds adds a luxurious feel to your festive look (Image: Canva)
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Anklets: Anklets, or payals, are back in style, adding a truly traditional vibe to your outfit. Whether you’re barefoot at a festival or pairing them with sandals, the soft jingling sound they make brings a nostalgic charm to your look (Image: Canva)
Affordable solitaires: Lab-grown solitaires are the way to go if you're looking for luxury without breaking the bank. These diamonds that are good for engagement rings, are also versatile enough to wear with both traditional and modern outfits, making them perfect for any festive occasion (Image: Canva)
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Enamel jewellery set: Enamel jewellery sets blend modern aesthetics with traditional designs, offering a fresh look with vibrant colours. These pieces are perfect if you want to keep your look stylish and simple while still embracing ethnic elements (Image: Canva)
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Hathphool: Hand chains, or hathphools, are gaining popularity, especially among the young crowd. This accessory, which connects a bracelet to a ring, works well with both casual and formal outfits, adding a touch of class and uniqueness to your festive style (Image: Que by M)
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Colourful gemstones: Colourful gemstones are making a major comeback in everything from wedding bands to everyday jewellery. Vibrant stones like emeralds, rubies, and sapphires are a rage, with pink gemstones like morganite and tourmaline leading the trend, adding a romantic flair to your jewellery collection (Image: Canva)
Namita S Kalla is a senior journalist who writes about different aspects of modern life that include lifestyle, health, fashion, beauty, and entertainment.
