Bridal Jewellery Box

First let’s make it clear. Not everyone living in South India is Mallu and particularly, not everyone living in Karnataka speaks Kannada. There is a culturally rich clan of Tulunadus living in Mangalore who are distinction in every way. Their rituals, their language and their lifestyle reflect the uniqueness of their culture. But still, its jewellery heritage is something that connects it to the whole of India.   Just like other cultures of India, Tulu women too are bejewelled from head to toe. From armlets, bracelets, bangles, necklaces and earrings to finger rings, toe rings, nose rings, anklets, pendants and waistbands, their trinket box is replete with jewels . Just that they call it by different names. For instance, for them diamond is Vajjira, while coral is Pakala. Similarly, pearl is Muttu, ghungroo is referred as Gejje and hand-made gold coin goes by the name Nanya. Knowing the names of the jewellery elements, you would be able to guess the type of ornamen...

One of my assignments, required me to study the jewellery culture of India . Needless to say that every region here has its own specialties. But it is noteworthy that jhumka is one such jewel that is beyond culture, era, region, religion and language. This bell-shaped ear ornament is believed to have originated in the temples of South India, Bengal, Orissa and Central India centuries ago but with the passage of time, has made a special place in every culture. Today, if you walk into a north Indian wedding, from the bride to the family members and the guests, you will notice most of them flaunting this gorgeous pair . From hoop-jhumkas and multi-step designs to oversize ones, there is a spectacle of jhumkas  to feast your eyes on. When you travel to the land of sand dunes, Rajasthan, you’ll be even more fascinated by the kaanphool version of this pair which is essentially ear-crawlers with jhumka bells. Maharashtra’s bridal earrings too goes by the same name and even ...

Aishwarya Rai versus Deepika Padukone – the comparison is inevitable. They are equally stunning, equally talented and even in the department of fan-following, they both are neck and neck. But ever since Deepika has stepped into the world of period films, the media, the fashion police as well as fans have started drawing parallels between her Padmavati look and the eternal image of Aishwarya Rai in Jodha Akbar. From makeup and attires to jewellery, everything has been talked about in detail. Some are in love with Deepika’s unibrow look in Padmavati while Aishwarya’s loyal fans are still not over her mystic beauty in Jodha Akbar. There is no dearth of trolls too. But we, here at Bridal Jewellery Box, are simply bedazzled by their regal jewellery ensemble that brides-to-be can go in for on their big day. Instead of comparing the two divas, we would advise them to take cues from each one’s look and perfect their own bridal ensemble. After all, they cannot look any less than a gorg...

Times have changed. Fashion has evolved. Even womanhood has been redefined. But Solah Shringar continues to be a winning formula for any bride. With this 16-step ritual, women across centuries have achieved the desired look for their big day. Including bindi, sindoor, kajal, scent, mehendi and bridal dress, the whole ensemble of Solah Shringar comprises of jewellery to adorn a bride from head to toe. For the uninitiated, here’s the complete lowdown on the jewellery that features in our centuries old bridal beautification ritual. Maangtikka Sitting on her ajna-chakra (seat of intuition), maangtikka is a hair accessory that adorns a bride’s forehead. While lighting up her face, it draws attention to her eyes and facial features. From stone-studded to enamelled and in geometric patterns, there is a stunning range of maangtikka to go with your look whether ornate or minimalist. Nath This dainty piece of jewellery accentuates the wearer’s facial features and lends it an irresi...

Traditional jewellery is like wine, it gets better and better with time. The recent box office hit Prem Ratan Dhan Payo starring Sonam Kapoor and Salman Khan that showcased PNG’s most exclusive and vibrant traditional jewellery collection have left all the fashion-conscious trendsetters in the town spellbound with its detail specific and vibrant designs. Vintage jewellery is all about royalty and heritage. From the majestic head accessories to the magnificent necklaces, the collection contained exceptional designs, spread across Choker sets , Chaandbalis, Maang Tikas and Kangans. But why keep the beauty of these precious stones limited to the big screen, when they can make you feel like the princess of any celebration you step in? When it comes to traditional jewellery , creating something exceptional is one difficult job. Hundreds of designs and techniques are brought into practice to come up with one finalized adornment. Beni ka kaam, Jadau, Moti Powai, Meenakari, Gold Ravaa Work...

Planning to tie the knot? Well, to make your big day unique and memorable, you need to start planning well in advance especially if you are a woman pursuing a career. So that there's enough time on hand to shop and prepare for the wedding. Along with that, don't forget to enjoy every bit of the engagement bliss. It's the only time you and your fiance get to reflect on this huge step you'll be taking together. As soon as your wedding date and venue is fixed, it is important to decide how many days you would need to take off work, pre and post the wedding. Give leave intimation to your colleagues and boss as early as possible. This gives them enough time to approve your leave and to plan work around those days comfortably. Keep a checklist. Just because one is getting married, one doesn't have the privilege to be pardoned from all work deadlines. You'll be doing a lot more than usual, what with all the aunts fussing around and the boss liking your competence and w...

What could be a better excuse to welcome 2017 in celebratory fashion than decking yourself up with splendid diamonds? You’ve already got many things on your list to worry about when it comes to attending a New Year’s party. Let’s cut you down some slack by helping you with the accessories part. Whether your plan for New Year’s is to look like a complete rebel or like the pretty girl next door, our exclusive jewellery collection will help you attain the perfect look you wish to have for the night. With Gold and Diamond being the signature jewellery of the season, together they can never go out of fashion. Doesn’t matter if you choose subtlety and look all snowy by keeping in mind the oh-so-amazing winters or you choose to set the party on fire with glistening diamonds all over you; our jewellery will surely set the eye balls rolling. A simple diamond studded gold ring on your finger, long diamond earrings dangling through your ears, a delicate yet classy pendant serenely resting by your...

Dear Bride, or Bride-to-be, Welcome to P. N. Jewellers’ ‘Queen of Brides’ wedding blog! We believe that one of life’s most fulfilling and beautiful journeys begins when you find your better half. So if you’ve already found your Mr. Right and are now going to get married, congratulations. And if you haven’t, then your moment of happiness is probably just around the corner, so hang on and join us for some fun in the meanwhile. So in this section, you’ll find interesting, useful articles to help you out with your wedding preparations and hopefully, articles to entertain you and keep you cheerful and happy till and (even after) your D-day! And if you have any niggling doubts, questions on weddings, marriages, or even the species called husbands, then do feel free to write to us, and we will do our best to give a satisfactory, or if not, at least an entertaining answer. But first things first, for all the brides out there, arm yourself with this downloadable bridal checklist to ensure a per...