Since 5000 BC, the people of India especially the women have been known to adorn themselves with jewelry made out of gold, silver and precious gems. Jewelry is strongly a part of India's fashion style and lifestyle. They have great jewelry artisans and the details and quality of the jewelry is something to behold.
In India the design of jewelry varies from state to state. The designs are often unique and usually reflects the identity of the place where the jewelry originates. The influence of empires and dynasties that ruled India throughout the centuries also dictated the type of jewelry design that is common to a certain region in the country. The jewelry design in Orissa has a different style from the Meenakari jewelry in Rajasthan which is also distinct from the Kundan jewelry in Delhi and so on.
Traditional Indian jewelry are: waistband jewelry, kundan, filigree, armlet, finger rings, nose rings, toe rings, necklace, pendants, bracelets, anklets, bangles and earrings. Modern Indian women wear these jewelry and women of ancient India wore these jewelry as well in their everyday affairs and in huge social events.
Today the styles of ancient Indian jewelry are still in existence and as popular as ever. I myself love the look of an Indian bride or an Indian female of noble lineage adorned in her beautiful golden jewelry. I used to live near a small community of Indians and everytime I pass by the Indian jewelry stores I cannot help but look at the window display of the most exquisite jewelry in the world. I can see the traces of ancient style that are totally different to the simple modern jewelry designs of today. I like the intricacy and the size of the pendants and the earrings. They are bold and rich and definitely deserve attention. Once again I toast India's style in the art of jewellery - unique and immortal.
Photo Credit: Indian Traditional Jewelry
Photographer: Karan Verma
Photo Link: http://www.flickr.com/photos/highwayharrier/
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