India is known worldwide for its rich cultural heritage and ethnicity. The concept of accessorizing with jewelry in India has dated back to 5000-8000 years ago- with the beginning of civilization. Just like the diverse culture of India, the jewelry influence is also different in various parts of this country. That is why one can easily guess the origin of an Indian person with their ethnic jewelry choice.
Especially during weddings, festivals, and religious meetings, we love to dress in attire inspired by our cultural heritage. The main reason may our pride & love for our cultural heritage. Also, we know that we look best when dressed in our ethnic, cultural costumes. Now no attire is complete without traditional Indian jewelry– so let us jump directly into the ideas to choose the best Indian jewelry to wear.
Diwali- The Festival of Lights:
One of the most celebrated festivals of India is Diwali- the occasion when we decorate our home and neighborhood with lights and flowers to welcome Goddess Lakshmi, the icon of wealth, prosperity, and success. This festival is celebrated across India with vigor and pomp. Every household becomes busy decorating with their homes with Diya and rangoli during the festival.
Pair up your favorite festival attire with Evani Antique Long Necklace Set from Tarinika. It is a perfect illustration of meticulously crafted traditional Indian temple jewelry. It is curved with a beautiful intricate of Goddess Laxmi sitting on the lotus flower in blessing posture. Studded with high-quality CZ stones and floral patterns- this antique jewelry will make you look out of the crowd. With an elegant silk saree, this antique jewelry will look divine and ready for puja.
Eid: The Festival to Break the Fast:
The word Eid denotes festival. After the Ramadan month, we celebrate the festival of Eid- to commemorate the successful completion of the sacred duties and fast. This special day is celebrated with friends and family, accompanied by delicious foods and desserts. The ritual includes Eid prayers, Charity, and the exchange of gifts too. So, there should be special attire for the special day.
Tarinika brings the Zaha Nakshatra CZ Necklace Set from our delicate collection. It is a CZ stone studded finely crafted necklace set that makes you feel festive. This radiant necklace set can also be worn as bridal wedding jewelry. The glitter of the stones adorned with white gold polish looks perfect to match your special trousseau.
Holi: The Festival of Colors:
Another popular festival in India, Holi, is all about playing with colors. Holi symbolizes the triumph of upright over evil. This is the day to end the conflicts- forgiving and forgetting the past misdeeds everyone meets and greets to start anew. To celebrate this special occasion, it’s relevant to dress in bright, colorful attire and choose the most radiant jewelry from the collection to complement your look.
The Tilly Nakshatra CZ Earrings from the Indian earrings online collection of Tarinika is an excellent choice for this occasion. A minimalist approach to make your festival look stylish and colorful. This drop earring design is a fusion between traditional floral patterns with western hoop designs. Best quality bright and radiant CZ stones make this earring look unique, and no one can miss your charm. Pair this with your Holi outfit and set out.
Christmas: Celebration of Birth of Jesus Christ:
Continuing the list of the Indian festivals: Christmas is one of the most joyous and cheering festivals celebrated each year on 25th December. The significance of the festival is to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. The celebration starts from midnight with prayers, followed by a feast with friends and family to greet, accompanied by delicious cakes and cuisine.
Pair your western Christmas dress with a chic pendant set from the house of Tarinika. The Indrani Nakshatra CZ Pendant Set is a shining accessory that makes your Christmas dress look more attractive. Having a combination of swirl and filigree patterns with a floral touch- this jewelry set is unique and delicate that you will find all eyes on you.
Durga Puja / Navratri/ Dussehra: Worship of Goddess Durga and Celebration of the defeat of Ravana by Lord Rama:
The Durga puja or Navaratri is an auspicious festival of the Hindu religion. But in India, unlike all the celebrations, it is grandly celebrated by all. We worship Goddess Durga during the 9 days of Navratri. On the tenth day, Dussehra, we celebrate the victory of Lord Rama and the defeat of Ravana. This winning story of Rama is referenced in the epic Ramayana symbolizes the triumph of good over evil. Now for the celebration indeed, we dress in our best outfit. But what about jewelry?
Dazzle in your alluring Avtar with Tarinika’s bestseller Miah Antique Choker Set. This is an antique chokers jewelry curved with beautiful floral and peacock patterns. Perfect to complement your bright festive outfit. The multicolor CZ stones also contrast with the antique gold polish to make this choker more divine. Pair this with a zari worked silk saree, and you are ready to look ablaze.
Pongal/ Baisakhi/ Lohri/ Bihu/ Onam: Harvest Festival
Being an agricultural country- the harvest festival is celebrated throughout India. Different geographical regions named these harvest festivals differently according to their culture and harvest time. For example- in Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh- it is Pongal; for Northern Indian states and West Bengal its Baisakhi, Lohri, or Poila Boisakh, For Assam, it’s Bihu, and in Kerala its Onam.
Now we need the best Indian necklace to complement our traditional look with the best Indian jewelry. The latest summer collection of Tarinika- the Manvita Antique Necklace Set is the perfect illustration to put on for the festive season. Goddess Laxmi’s figure is intricated in the antique necklace with beautiful peacock and ivy patterns, studded with colorful CZ stones. Pair this with an embellished saree, and you are ready for the rituals.
Ganesh Chaturthi- Worship of Lord Ganesha:
The Ganesh Chaturthi is another widely celebrated festival in India. As per the Hindu legend, this is the day when Lord Ganesha arrived on earth from Kailash. This holy occasion is celebrated widely in Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujrat, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, West Bengal, and Orissa. Add glam and celebrate prosperity and success with the worship of Lord Ganesha.
The Beautiful Ganesha Enamel Antique Earrings is a fusion style antique jewelry combining the traditional floral patterns paired with the intricate of Lord Ganesha and classy new-age enamel work- giving you a pop-stylish look. Complement this earring with an ethnic and you are ready to dance in the celebration.
The list of festivals in India does not end here. It has a lot more to celebrate. Get a wide range of Indian traditional festive jewelry collections.
