Temple jewelry is truly special. These beautiful pieces are full of amazing craftsmanship and rich culture, they’re not just accessories, they're a celebration of tradition and art. A long time ago, temple jewelry was made for the gods in South Indian temples, but now they are an important part of festive outfits and traditional celebrations.
As festivals come closer, the beauty of these shiny gold pieces and detailed designs makes us want to wear these timeless treasures. Today, at Dritya Jewelry, we'll share five fun ways to add temple jewelry to your festive outfits. These ideas will help you look elegant and joyful while celebrating in style!
Statement Necklaces for Elegance
Imagine your festive outfit as a big, fancy cake that’s almost complete, a statement temple necklace would be like the cherry on top!
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The Wow Factor of a Stunning Temple Necklace:
- Think about a big, gold temple necklace with goddesses and flower designs resting beautifully on your neckline. It’s not just jewelry; it’s a piece of art you can wear. It makes even simple clothes look grand and fancy.
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Tips for Matching with Different Necklines:
- V-neck dresses? Go for a long, detailed necklace that fits the V shape.
- Boat necklines? A shorter choker-style temple necklace fits perfectly.
- Scoop and sweetheart necklines work with almost any length, offering lots of options.
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Ways to Layer:
- Feeling bold? Try layering your temple necklace with a pearl string or simpler chains. Remember, sometimes less is more if you're also wearing a detailed necklace!
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Great Times to Wear:
- Perfect for Diwali parties, weddings, or any celebration where you want to stand out. Everyone will notice you!
Earrings for a Traditional Touch
There’s nothing as elegant as temple earrings, the perfect, shiny finish to your festive look.
Popular Styles: From Jhumkas that jingle when you move your head, to the heavenly charm of chandbalis, temple earrings are pieces of wearable art.
Balancing Accessories: With bold earrings, keep other accessories simple. Maybe skip the necklace and let the earrings shine.
Matching with Outfits:
- Jhumkas look great with swirling lehengas.
- Chandbalis pair perfectly with sarees with special designs.
- Suits with fancy dupattas match nicely with simple temple studs.
Choosing Based on Face Shape:
- Round faces? Choose longer earrings like jhumkas.
- Heart-shaped faces look great with chandbalis.
- Oval faces can wear almost any style, it all looks good!
Intricate Bangles and Bracelets
Do your wrists ever seem too bare? Temple bangles and bracelets are here to add some festive sparkle!
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Why Bangles Are Versatile:
- Whether worn alone or in a stack, temple bangles add elegance to any movement.
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Mixing and Matching:
- Combine chunky temple bangles with delicate gold chains for an interesting look.
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Fusion Styles:
- Wear thick temple bracelets with Western dresses for a mix of styles that’s really cool.
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Color Matching:
- Gold tones go well with warm outfits.
- Silver or oxidized jewelry matches perfectly with cooler shades.
Temple Jewelry Sets: Complete Your Look
A set of jewelry, with a necklace, earrings, and maybe a maang tikka, feels like having a magic key to looking amazing!
What’s in a Set:
Most traditional sets have everything you need to look dazzling, necklace, earrings, and a maang tikka, all matching nicely.
When to Wear Them:
Feel like a queen at weddings, big celebrations, or grand temple fairs in a full set.
How to Change It Up:
Mix parts from different sets to give a personal touch. Try swapping a traditional pendant for something modern.
Fitting Sets with Modern Clothes:
Pair your temple set with a gown for a unique look!
Rings and Maang Tikkas for Subtle Accents
Sometimes, little things make the biggest difference! Enter rings and maang tikkas.
- Choosing Temple Rings: Pick rings that match the designs on your other jewelry. A detailed temple ring can be a style statement just by itself.
- Meaning of Maang Tikkas: They're not only beautiful, but they also hold a special meaning in Indian culture, representing wisdom and balance.
- Adding Elegant Touches: These pieces add beauty without taking over your whole outfit. Think chic, not overpowering.
- Blending with Other Jewelry: Make sure your rings and maang tikkas fit with whatever you’re wearing without being too much.
Tips for Styling and Care
You look amazing, but here’s how to keep it that way, just some simple care is all you need.
- Taking Care of Temple Jewelry: Store each piece on its own in fabric-lined boxes to stop scratches. Use clean, dry hands, no sticky fingers!
- Matching Makeup and Hairstyles: Use nude, gold, or bronze eye shadows to go with your temple jewelry. Try a neat bun or a hairstyle swept to the side to show off earrings and a maang tikka.
- Trendy Colors This Season: This year's popular colors are deep emerald, royal purple, and classic red, all perfect to highlight the beauty of temple jewelry.
Temple jewelry is a timeless treasure, a wonderful way to enrich your festive outfits with culture and style. Fashion is about showing who you are and mixing tradition with a personal twist. At Dritya Jewelry, we want you to shine in these ageless pieces, trying out new combinations and styles. Celebrate beautifully and let the spirit of tradition glow through what you wear.
We’d love to see how you style your temple jewelry! Share your dazzling photos and tag us on social media. Use the hashtag #DrityaDazzleFest to join our community and inspire others!
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References
These are the sources we used to create this blog:
- Traditional Jewelry of India by Oppi Untracht
- Indian Jewellery by Nick Barnard
- Arts of India: 1550-1900 also by the Victoria and Albert Museum
- Jewellery in the Age of Queen Victoria: A Mirror to the World by Charlotte Gere and Judy Rudoe
- The Role of Culture in the Creation of Jewelry: Case Study of Temple Jewelry in South India in the 'Journal of Cultural Heritage'
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