Kerala Jewelry

Traditional Kerala jewelry consist of kasu mala, palakka mala, ela mala, manga mala, Mullamottu maala, Poothaali, Ashta Laxmi, etc. Matching bangles and earrings are popular now days. Cream coloured saree or mundu is worn by the women.

These Indian jewelry are made in pure gold, gold plated or imitation. For weddings, festivals and special occasions necklaces, malas and chains are mandatory to be worn on the saree. This kind of traditional jewelry of South India is mostly done in gold colour with red and green enamel.

The kaasu mala is small coins arranged in a necklace. Paalaka maali is made up of leaf like patterns. Similarly the manga mala is small mango shaped designs arranged together.



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Multi Coloured Metal Bangles

The chatter of bangles on a womens hand is the music for any Indian occasion. During wedding and festivals is heard even more loudly. They come in hundreds of colour. Now a days even in different shapes. Exact colour combination's to match the attire. From the tiny little hands of a kid to that of XXXL size hand , these bracelets are made to suit everyone. Bangles suit salwar kameez, lehenga choli and any traditional attire.

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Nose Pins and Nose Studs in India

Nose pins are trendy as well as traditional in India. In the last century a married women must have a pierced nose. Now times have changed and many women do not pierce their nose. Then how to wear a nose pin? The new type of pins come with a 'S' shaped wire which slides through the flare of the nose and it has to be pressed in place. They come in very elegant designs and shapes.

Kada Bangles/Bracelets

Kada bracelets are wide bangles with screw type opening. They have intricate designs on them. These bangles are also studded with pearls, precious and semi-precious stones. Gold or gold palted these Indian bangles are very beautiful and easy to wear. A grand salwar kameez or saree attier is not complete without bangles or bracelets. For more varieties check our
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Jhumki Earrings

Junkis or Jimkis are earring with hangings. They are adorned with pearls and stones. Gives the very traditional appearance.

Most of them are done in flower pattern. Traditional sets also come in peacock, mango and leaf patterns.

Kemp necklace set with jimki (ear hangings).
Short necklaces with red stones and matching jimkis. The red and green stones are not polished. They are called kemp stones. The jimkhis are finished with pearls. A very traditional set.

Flowers for the hair - Women of India

A very colorful tradition is the flowers worn on hair of the women of India. Specially the women of South India. The most popular are rose, jasmine and kanambaram(கனகாம்பரம்-crossandra) an bright reddish orange flower. Sometimes a dash of green herbs are added in between to give it special fragrance. Nowadays artificial flowers in cloth and synthetic are available. These look very natural and fresh.

In Tamil weddings flowers are auspicious. The bride wears lots of flowers. And every guest is given a small strand of flowers to wear.

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Temple Jewelry

The traditional temple jewelry are the designs worn by Maharanis or Devadasis in the ancient times. Now days they have become fashionable to be worn for wedding, occasions and Indian dance forms like Bharatanatyam , Odissi, Kuchupudi, Kathak. The stones are called Kemp stones. Un-cut polished stones in red & green. They are used in necklaces, pendents, hip chains, earrings, chokers, nose rings etc. The temple jewelery comes in different grades and are used in gold as well as imitation ornaments. Check www.vadaamalar.com

Oddiyanam is the hip belt or waist belt worn by women in India. For an Indian bride it is a very important part of her accessories. It is also worn by Bharatanatyam, Kuchupudi, Kathak dancers.

The Oddiyanam makes the look graceful. It is elaborately decorated. Many times with stones, pearls and beads. Even with precious stones like diamond,emerald and ruby.

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Nose pins are very traditional jewelry of India. It comes in different shapes and designs. Called as NATH , BULLAKU or MUUKUTHI.

It is believed that it increases blood flow and keep the face healthy. It adds to a delicate mystic beauty to the face.

Now days it is not necessary to have the nose pierced to wear them. Just press the nose ring and it stands in place.

The tennis star Sania Mirza wore it as a fashion statement. And actross Aishwariya Roy as a very traditional accessory. Both of them look beautiful in it.

Kerala Mohiniattam Bridal Jewelry Set

A full jewelry set for the Brides of India. This set traditionally worn by the women on Kerala. But it will go well with any Saree. The imitation gold piece is crafted beautiful and it has a collection of 12 pieces. Long Necklace, Short Necklace, Hip Chain, Head Set, Sun Moon, Earrings, Ear to hair chain, Bangles, Hair Clip. If you need more designs contact us or visit us at www.vadaamalar.com

Latest Ethnic Jewelry of India

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I own an online store and everyday we come across customers who want the traditional jewelry that is in fashion. Either worn on a saree or wedding or for the bride itself or for classical Indian dances like baratanatyam, Kuchupdi, Odissi etc. So check with me often to see what is in vogue this season. Today it is the armlet which is making a comeback. Easy to wear. Looks elegant and ethnic.

This white kudan stone & pearl can go with any colour saree or salwar kameez. Looks fashionable and ethnic...dont you agree?

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