Describing South Indian jewellery as ‘ornate’ would be accurate, but a gross oversimplification of what it really is. To South Indians, jewellery is deeply rooted in every aspect of their life tradition, religion, rituals, ceremonies, weddings, festivals and is perceived as a status symbol, the abundance and display of which is proportional to one’s success in society. South Indian jewellery styles and craftsmanship are traditional, grandiose and distinctive, clearly setting it apart from jewellery styles found in other states of India. Gold plays a central role in South Indian jewellery, followed by diamonds, pearls and kemp stones. Let’s take a… View Post

One of the most fun parts of getting married is planning the wedding outfits and jewellery, and buying a mangalsutra is no exception. With so many styles available in the market, it is easy to choose a mangalsutra design that suits your taste perfectly. Whether you are looking for the latest mangalsutra designs or a traditional and simple mangalsutra design, there is no dearth of options to browse through. We’ve scoured the internet in search of the best mangalsutra designs. From gold mangalsutra to diamond mangalsutra, Maharashtrian mangalsutra to South Indian mangalsutra, we’ve covered different styles, including mangalsutra bracelets, so… View Post

Gold jewellery is a woman’s ageless companion and an essential fashion statement. The strength, beauty and grandeur of gold make it a superior choice in the ornamental kingdom. Even though gold doesn’t tarnish as easily as silver, it does lose its shine every now and then. 24 karat pure gold is not likely to tarnish; however, in lower karats (18K and 22K), where the gold is mixed with other alloys (like silver and copper), tarnish, dullness and patina will surely set in over time. Understanding Tarnish In Gold Jewellery You may own three common types of gold jewellery: yellow gold,… View Post

The party season is fast approaching and, in addition to buying and making a plethora of outfits for the many functions the year-end brings, checking out necklace designs and narrowing down on the perfect accessories to purchase is also high priority to look your glitzy best at special occasions. Necklaces are an integral part to any special outfit. The latest necklace designs are a mix of funky and traditional. If you are on the lookout for a gold necklace online or whether you want to go edgier and are looking to buy a silver necklace online, we’ve put together the… View Post

The celebration season is here and what better way to mark the end of the old and the beginning of the new year than with a little glamour and glitter on your finger. As we celebrate Christmas, New Year and wedding season over the next few months, accessories need to keep up with the booked social calendar. We’ve already covered the best necklaces to purchase for the festive season and the best pairs of earrings you can buy for the holidays. We’ve now turned our focus to gorgeous rings to add sparkle and brightness to any special occasion. Whether you… View Post

Diwali is one of the biggest festivals in India and Dhanteras is celebrated a day before Diwali. The festival of lights is a time for family celebration and reverence to Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of prosperity. Which is why investing in gold and silver and treating yourself or others to jewellery and gifts is an important part of Diwali and Dhanteras celebrations.     Gold is usually bought on Dhanteras, the first day of the festival of Diwali. It has great auspicious importance and people flock to jewellery stores to purchase shiny new biscuits, jewellery and coins. If you are looking… View Post

The festive season is upon on us and in full swing. Most of us are scrambling to put together party outfits and accessories for upcoming events and functions. From office get-togethers to house parties, elaborate weddings to New Year’s Eve bashes, the next few months are choc-a-bloc with excitement and activity. Turn up your glamour quotient on maximum with these latest earring designs from top jewellers and jewellery designers. Nothing can elevate an outfit like a wonderful pair of gold earrings or diamond earrings. Whether you are looking for simple gold earring designs, diamond earrings, pearl earrings or the latest… View Post