Jewellery is that one thing that holds the ability to change the looks of any outfit dramatically. A plain kurta and jeans or a full-fledged gown, adding the right kind of jewellery won’t just make the fit complete, it will make it a full ten on ten (that honestly, we all strive for) with the utmost ease. Yes, they are investment pieces and should be too, as you want to have jewellery that will reflect your personal style, that you will wear for a long-long time (without them losing its lustre and quality). Whether it is your everyday golden hoops or some statement antiques, you must build a thoughtful jewellery collection that serves both looks and quality, and here are 10 types that are perfect for a classic collection that transcends time and trends.
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Silver Jewellery
The love affair with silver junk jewellery starts in college for most folks and often sustains itself through the years. Historically, silver has been used to make currency and worn by upperclassmen to represent their wealth and status, but in present, silver jewellery is economical and available across budgets. You can also invest in 92.5 silver that most efficiently retains its lustre. This type of jewellery is easily available online, with more designs and styles, and you can shop from websites like Shaya, and Silver Jaipur to get your hands on some beautiful pieces. Silver jewellery is truly a staple for any jewellery enthusiast and stunningly works with traditional and Indo-western wear.
Dainty Jewellery
Dainty Jewellery is the most versatile when it comes to jewellery in general. With the right pieces, you can style them with traditional wear as well as your formals. You can bag these at local markets as well as on online websites; they look extra stunning when properly stacked together and give a very chic-minimal vibe to your whole outfit. These delicate jewels also make for a great present and would transcend trends and epochs – certainly something you can invest in for yourself and your loved ones.
Antique Jewellery
Though the lines between antique and vintage are often blurred, both types are really different. Antique jewellery refers to jewellery pieces that pass the 100-year-old mark and are often seen as memento pieces. As the saying goes, 'old is gold', these are made out of gold and meant for someone who is a collector, so the pricing stays on the steeper side of the hill. They mostly have traditional symbolism on them and connote rich history and heritage. We'd suggest buying these from your trusted dealers and shops, and always check for hallmarks while you purchase. But if you want something economical that is inspired by antique jewellery styles, then you must check out Chand Begum, and Tarnika, to find some absolute treasures.
Vintage Jewllery
Vintage jewellery is something that is defined as jewellery pieces that were made somewhere between 50 to 100 years ago. Both antique and vintage jewellery are perfect to make a statement and will work beautifully for those extra special occasions, making them a definite conversation starter. This again will be on the pricier side, and you can definitely check out websites like Olio to get your hands on some beautiful pieces.
Kundan Jewllery
Kundan jewellery is dated back to the 3rd century BCE, first seen in the provinces of Rajasthan, and was later greatly embraced by the Mughal Empire. They are some of the most gorgeous and intricate pieces of jewellery, and make for great heirloom pieces to pass down as they're made out of extremely refined and very high-quality gold. This art of making this type is called 'Jadau jewellery', and can be easily spotted at weddings, hugely preferred by brides who want to keep their look clean, chic, and bold. You should check out Sunita Shekhawat and Prerto to score some exquisite pieces, which can add the extra oomph to any plain kurta, or saree look.
Gemstone Jewellery
Tribal Jewellery
We can't talk enough about how gorgeous tribal jewellery is. You can style them every day as well as on special occasions, and look absolutely stunning whenever, and wherever worn. This kind is made by indigenous communities from naturally procured materials and has a very natural, earthy vibe to it. They work great with formals and indo-western outfits and are perfect for someone who likes to keep it traditional yet edgy. Plus, try to find brands that directly uplift and positively impact the communities, and we'd recommend Dastkar to find some cherished pieces.
Temple Jewellery
Creation of the Chola and Pandya dynasties, temple jewellery is mostly for wedding festivities, predominantly adorned in South India. It is named after the fact that they were made from temple offerings in ancient times and used only to be worn by the royalties. This type of jewellery is not your everyday jewellery, being on the pricier side, and is preferred to be worn on extra special occasions, although we do feel that you can slowly start investing in some to be more at ease when shopping for your big day.
Minakari Jewellery
Another Indian style that we adore, Minakari jewellery is made of gold and other metal, all coated with enamel. They come in intricate designs and would work well for your small events like Diwali parties, pujas, or other small celebrations. Their prices can fit into an array of budgets and are a great staple piece for your wardrobe if you often wear traditional. We'd highly recommend the collection of Potpurri Studio, which also has vintage Minkari pieces, along with other gorgeous-gorgeous pieces.
Afghani Jewellery
