Jewellery guides
How to choose, style, gift and look after Indian jewellery, from bridal sets to everyday silver.
Silver, 4 min read
925 silver vs pure silver vs silver plated: what to buy
925 sterling, 999 pure silver and silver plated jewellery look alike but wear very differently. Compare durability, care and value before you spend.
Styling & gifting
Raksha Bandhan gifts for your sister: jewellery ideas by budget
Rakhi gift ideas for your sister by budget, from earrings under ₹500 to Kundan sets, silver pendants, watches and potlis, plus how to read her style.
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Silver
How to store silver jewellery to prevent tarnish
Store silver jewellery in airtight pouches with silica gel or anti-tarnish strips, away from humidity and rubber. Setups for daily wear, long-term and travel.
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Craft & materials
Polki vs Kundan: the real difference explained simply
Polki is a stone, Kundan is a setting style. Here is a simple guide to how they differ in look, price and care, and how to tell them apart in a shop.
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Bridal
Choker or long necklace: picking by face shape and neckline
Choker or long necklace? How face shape, neck length and blouse neckline decide which suits you, plus when to wear both and a quick mirror test at home.
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Styling & gifting
Karwa Chauth jewellery ideas
Karwa Chauth jewellery ideas for newlyweds, working women and traditional looks, plus tips for mehendi hands, a long fasting day and moonrise photos.
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Spiritual
Rudraksha mukhi types: a beginner's guide to traditional meanings
What mukhi means, how to count the lines on a rudraksha bead, and the deities traditionally linked with 1 to 14 mukhi beads, explained for beginners.
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Silver
Everyday silver pendants: styles that go with office wear
Which silver pendant styles work for office wear with shirts, kurtas, sarees and blazers, plus the right chain length, size and finish for a polished look.
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Craft & materials
Oxidised jewellery: what it is and how to style it
Oxidised jewellery is metal darkened on purpose for an antique look. Learn how it is made, what it is made of, how to style it and how to keep it nice.
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Bridal
Reception look jewellery: switching from traditional to glam
Switching from a traditional wedding look to a glam reception? What jewellery to remove, what to keep and how to restyle fast for a gown, saree or lehenga.
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Styling & gifting
Jewellery for sarees: matching by fabric and drape
How to pick jewellery for a saree based on its fabric and drape: silk, cotton, chiffon, organza and more, plus what to wear with Nivi, Bengali and nauvari.
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Spiritual
How to wear a rudraksha mala: common traditions to follow
First-wear rituals, the best day to start, thread vs chain, when people remove it, and daily habits: common rudraksha traditions explained simply.
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Silver
Gold plated silver jewellery: is it worth it?
Gold plated silver gives you a gold look on a real 925 silver base. Here is what you get, how long the plating lasts, and who it suits best before you buy.
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Craft & materials
What is Kundan jewellery and how is it made
Kundan is a stone-setting technique, not a stone. Learn how traditional and modern fashion Kundan jewellery is made, and how to judge a well-made piece.
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Bridal
Bridal jewellery checklist: every piece an Indian bride needs
A head-to-toe bridal jewellery checklist for Indian brides, from maang tikka to bichhiya, plus the small extras people forget and what you can skip.
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Styling & gifting
Jewellery for a simple kurti: everyday ethnic looks
Five easy jewellery looks for a plain kurti, for college, office, errands, evenings and temple visits, plus which pieces survive daily wear best.
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Spiritual
Ganesha pendant: symbolism and when people gift it
What each part of Lord Ganesha's form traditionally stands for, the occasions when a Ganesha pendant is gifted, and how to pick one the person will wear.
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Silver
What does 925 sterling silver mean? A simple guide
925 sterling silver means 92.5% pure silver mixed with other metals for strength. Learn what the stamp tells you, what it doesn't, and what to check first.
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Craft & materials
What is Meenakari work and where does it come from
Meenakari is the art of colouring metal with enamel. Learn its origins, Jaipur and Banaras styles, real vs painted meena, and how to care for it well.
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Bridal
Choosing jewellery for a pastel lehenga
How to choose jewellery for a pastel lehenga: the right metal tone, stone colours for mint, peach, lilac and powder blue, and how to avoid a washed look.
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Styling & gifting
How to choose earrings for your face shape
Round, long, square, heart or oval face? Learn which earrings flatter each shape, from jhumkas to studs, plus a 2-minute mirror test to find your shape.
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Spiritual
Trishul pendant: meaning and symbolism in Shiva worship
What the trishul stands for in Shiva worship, the common readings of its three prongs, the damru link, and how to choose and wear a trishul pendant.
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Silver
How to check if silver jewellery is real at home
Six simple home tests to check if your silver jewellery is real, what each test can and cannot prove, and when to take a piece to a jeweller instead.
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Craft & materials
Brass vs alloy vs copper base metals in jewellery
Brass, copper or alloy: what is under the plating of your fashion jewellery? Compare durability, weight, skin feel and repair, and know which to buy.
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Bridal
How to match jewellery with a red bridal lehenga
Matching jewellery to a red bridal lehenga: how to read your shade of red, when gold Kundan wins, which stone colours add contrast and what to avoid.
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Styling & gifting
Indo-western outfits: how to mix traditional jewellery
How to wear jhumkas, Kundan chokers and temple-style pieces with jeans, dresses, shirts and jumpsuits, with easy outfit formulas and mistakes to skip.
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Spiritual
What is a rudraksha mala and why do people wear it
A plain guide to the rudraksha mala: where the bead comes from, how a japa mala differs from a chain necklace, and why people traditionally wear one.
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Silver
Layering silver necklaces: lengths and rules of thumb
How to layer silver necklaces: chain lengths that work together, the 2-inch gap rule, mixing textures and pendants, and simple ways to stop chains tangling.
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Craft & materials
How to spot good quality imitation jewellery before you buy
A practical checklist to judge imitation jewellery in a shop or online: plating, stone settings, weight, hooks, back finish and the red flags to avoid.
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Bridal
How to choose a Kundan necklace for your lehenga neckline
Match your Kundan necklace to your blouse neckline: what works for sweetheart, deep V, round, boat, high-neck and off-shoulder lehenga blouses.
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Styling & gifting
Jhumka vs chandbali vs studs: picking earrings for ethnic wear
Jhumka, chandbali or studs? A practical guide to which earring suits which outfit, neckline, hairstyle and occasion, plus comfort tips for long events.
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Spiritual
Om pendant: meaning and how to wear it
What Om means in Hindu tradition, how the symbol is commonly read, and practical tips on wearing an Om pendant the right way up, with the right chain.
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Silver
Why silver tarnishes and how to slow it down
Silver tarnishes when it reacts with sulphur in the air. See what speeds it up in Indian homes, from monsoon damp to perfume, and easy habits that slow it.
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Craft & materials
What Mehandi gold plating and antique finish mean
Mehandi gold, antique, matte and Rajwadi finishes explained: how each looks, which outfits they suit, and how to care for darker gold-tone jewellery.
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Bridal
American Diamond vs Kundan for your wedding day: which suits you
American Diamond or Kundan for your wedding? Compare look, outfit match, lighting, weight and care to pick the bridal jewellery style that suits you.
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Styling & gifting
Teej and Gangaur: Rajasthani jewellery traditions to wear
A guide to Rajasthani jewellery for Teej and Gangaur: what borla, aad, bajuband and haathphool are, and how to wear them with leheriya sarees and poshaks.
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Spiritual
Damru symbol in jewellery: meaning and story
The damru is Lord Shiva's small hourglass drum. Learn the stories behind it, what its shape is said to mean, and how the motif is used in jewellery.
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Silver
Silver jewellery for men: simple pieces to start with
New to silver jewellery for men? Start with a chain, a small pendant, a bracelet or kada and a plain ring. Sizes, thickness and mistakes to avoid, explained.
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Craft & materials
Gold plated vs gold polished vs micro plated jewellery
Gold plated, gold polished and micro plated sound alike but mean different finishes. Learn what each term usually means and what to ask before buying.
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Bridal
Haldi function jewellery: what to wear and what to skip
What jewellery to wear to your haldi and what to leave at home: floral and fabric pieces, why turmeric is hard on plating, and how to clean up afterwards.
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Styling & gifting
Anniversary jewellery gifts for your wife
Anniversary jewellery gift ideas for your wife, how to quietly find out her taste, what suits first and milestone anniversaries, and mistakes to avoid.
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Spiritual
Mahashivratri: what to wear and the meaning of rudraksha
Colours, outfits and jewellery that suit Mahashivratri temple visits and night-long jagran, plus why rudraksha is traditionally worn on this night.
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Silver
How to clean 925 silver jewellery at home safely
Clean 925 silver at home with a polishing cloth, mild soap or a foil and baking soda bath. Which method suits which piece, and what to never use on silver.
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Craft & materials
What is American Diamond (AD) jewellery
American Diamond or AD jewellery uses lab-made cubic zirconia. Learn what it is, how it compares to real diamonds, and how to keep AD sets sparkling.
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Bridal
Mehendi ceremony jewellery ideas that are light and comfortable
Light, comfortable mehendi jewellery ideas for brides: what to keep off your hands, floral and Meenakari options, and earrings you can sit in for hours.
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Styling & gifting
Office ethnic wear: jewellery that looks polished, not loud
Office jewellery for kurtas and sarees: four checks for work-appropriate pieces, a five-day capsule, video-call tips and what to save for festive days.
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Spiritual
How to care for a rudraksha mala so it lasts
How to clean, oil, dry and store a rudraksha mala, with separate care steps for thread malas and for chain malas that have gold-plated pendants.
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Silver
CZ stones in silver jewellery: how to keep them sparkling
Why CZ stones in silver jewellery go cloudy, a simple cleaning routine to bring back the sparkle, how to check settings, and what to avoid with CZ pieces.
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Craft & materials
Temple jewellery: designs, motifs and how to wear it
A guide to South Indian temple jewellery: what the classic motifs mean, the key pieces from kasu mala to vanki, and how to wear temple designs today.
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Bridal
Sangeet night jewellery: statement pieces that photograph well
Sangeet jewellery that looks great on stage and on camera: one statement piece, sparkle under lights, dance-proof fastenings and a quick phone-video test.
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