What does all that Indian jewelry really mean anyways…?
From head to toe we drape our brides in jeweled ornaments which represent the culture and traditions of the east. Living in the western world, we still embrace our traditional bridal jewelry on our wedding day with great pride, but it has lost its meaning. Unfortunately, over time and generations passed, many of us have forgotten what significance each individual piece of jewelry bares. To many of us they have just become beautiful adornments that help us complete the timeless image of a traditional Indian bride on her wedding day. We have forgotten that each piece of jewelry holds a significant meaning which derives from a combination of superstitions, cultures and religions. Besides looking stunning, every piece has a story behind it and has a reason to why it is worn by a bride on her wedding day. I have created this piece to remind you of the history so that the next time you look down at your chooda and payal, you will see more than just a fashionable bangle and anklet. You will s
