Indian men may be generally unmoved by jewellery. But when it comes to wedding jewellery, a groom’s demeanour deserves some jewels.
Indian weddings are known for their extravagant and grand everything, the ceremonies, the ambiance, the attires, and the celebration. Usually, the bride is the centre of attention in the fashion and accessories department of a wedding. But, for modern Indian weddings, the groom’s attire is no less important. There is a plethora of options for wedding jewellery a modern groom can choose from, from pieces for the regal pagdi to necklaces for the majestic sherwani. And guess what? All of them are stunning!
Indian jewellery itself has a very special aura and glory that can easily enhance the wearer’s beauty. Wearing jewels in our society signifies wealth and status. Hence the rich history of royal jewellery exists in our culture. The kings used to wear more ornate jewellery than the queens. Men have been wearing finger rings and toe rings since pre-Vedic times.
Here are 4 must-have wedding jewellery to add to a modern groom’s wedding trousseau:
Necklace or Mala
This one is the most common wedding jewellery for Indian men. Traditionally, a necklace or mala is a part of a groom’s wedding attire. The necklace can be made of gold, silver or other precious metals, and can be embellished with precious gemstones or pearls. It is believed to bring good luck to the groom.
For a modern Indian groom, if he doesn’t mind dabbling with jewellery, then a necklace is what he is looking for. Choose your necklace matching with your wedding attire. If you are wearing a heavy sherwani, a simple and elegant necklace will compliment the look perfectly. Similarly, with a simple modern outfit, you can pair a more heavy and layered necklace featuring gemstones like emerald or ruby. A single or layered string of pearls always adds the classic and regal touch if you’re aiming for a royal look. A traditional temple jewellery or a satlada haar is for the grooms who don’t mind standing out on their special day.
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Sarpech or Kalgi
Sarpech or Klagi is a brooch style ornament that is used to accentuate the groom’s safa or turban. The word sarpech literally means ‘screwed onto the front. These are made of gold or other precious metals and often have various gemstones adding an extra touch of bling to the piece. Traditionally kalgi comes with a long feather, standing on the groom’s head like a feather in a king’s crown. While picking the perfect kalgi for your groomswear, you can opt to style it with your turban matching the bride’s attire. Pick something simple if you are going for a printed turban. Or you can choose a piece with intricate design to add elegance to your look. A sleek and minimalistic kalgi can also look perfect for a modern groom.
Brooch
Many men are not comfortable wearing heavy necklaces for their wedding jewellery. If you are looking to ditch the necklace but still add a piece of jewel to the wedding attire, a jewelled brooch might just be the perfect option for you. A single statement brooch on your sherwani or bandhgala can be perfect for reflecting your personality. Opt for a chained brooch if you are trying to create a similar effect like a necklace without wearing it. You can also opt for a customised brooch for a more personal experience.
Accents
For grooms who want only small wedding jewellery here and there rather than big eye-catching ones, there are plenty of fine jewellery options available for them from bracelets, sherwani buttons, and cufflinks. Customise these wedding jewellery matching with your outfit and bridal jewellery to have a picture perfect couple’s wedding attire.
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Long gone are the days when jewellery was only meant for women. Men are flaunting their sense of style with jewellery choices everyday. So why not wedding jewellery? Let nothing stop you from having the dreamy groom look that the guests will talk about for days to come!
