Changes in the Traditional Concept of Wedding Jewellery
Recent years have seen certain changes in the traditional concept of Indian wedding jewelry. Still there is no Indian wedding without any jewelry. Women are very passionate about their jewelry, especially at her wedding time.
With the passage of time and the changes in the social and economical status the Indian woman has made definite changes in the choice of her jewelry, the changes in the type of material used or design. Today’s ornaments have more diamonds or other precious gemstones and the modern woman prefers jewelry to be worn as fashion statements every day. Indian women have more exposure as more and more are taking up a career today and they enjoy economical freedom. Moreover intercaste marriages are becoming very common. All these factors might have contributed to the shift in the concept of wedding jewelry.
These days in addition to the tali traditional wedding jewelry package includes six pieces of bangles, two rings and a diamond earring. Gold continues to be the most in demand despite its spiraling prices. At the same time many people have a choice with the white gold too. It is possible now to make a wedding package using around 15-20 grams of 22 carat gold. The modern bride finds fancy with the sparkling bracelets with decorative gemstones in the place of traditional bangles. As far as Tali is concerned most women prefer it to be in the traditional type
According to jewelry designers as long as people can afford they will go only for gold. At present people are too much fascinated by the different hues of gold, such as white gold, pink gold and no need to mention the familiar yellow gold. Today’s fashion conscious women like to go with the latest trends. So they have no hesitation in experimenting with new trends like combination jewelry consisting of two different shades of gold having gemstones studded in them. Such fashion statements become instant hit with the modern ladies. This enables the wearer to mix and match it with various kinds of dresses. The popularity of the gem diamond is also on the ascent and white gold bangles adorned with diamonds have become every one’s favorite. You can discern rising popularity even in the costly platinum jewelry.
But when it comes to designs majority of the people prefer the traditional designs, no matter if it is antique, temple or Kerala, with slight modifications here and there. Especially for Indians residing in other countries this offers them an opportunity to preserve and present their cultural heritage. Any how Indian bride’s option for her wedding jewelry makes definite deviations from the traditional jewelry. The latest trend indicates that the women go for contemporary designs that have an international appeal rather than buying heavy and chunky jewelry that will lie in the locker safely most of the time. Instead they want their jewelry to be more accessorized with their wardrobe.