Bridal Jewellery Set Guide: Kundan, Polki and Temple Styles Explained
For an Indian bride and her family, jewellery is never just an accessory. It carries memories, traditions and the feeling of the day. Today, beautiful artificial jewellery lets every bride — and every guest — wear the look she loves without locking money into gold. Here is how to choose.
Kundan: the classic Rajasthani look
Kundan sets use glass stones set in a gold-tone frame. They suit almost every bridal colour — red, maroon, pink and pastel lehengas alike — and look regal in photographs. A full kundan set with necklace, earrings and maang tikka is the safest choice for the wedding ceremony itself.
Polki: uncut sparkle
Polki-inspired designs use larger, flatter stones for a vintage, uncut look. They suit ivory, gold and pastel outfits and are popular for the reception or a day wedding.
Temple jewellery: South Indian heritage
Temple designs show gods, goddesses, peacocks and lotus motifs in antique gold. They are perfect with silk sarees and for traditional ceremonies.
One wedding, three sets
- Haldi and mehendi: light earrings and a maang tikka — try an earring and maang tikka set.
- Wedding ceremony: the full bridal set with necklace, earrings and tikka.
- Reception: a single statement necklace set that matches the evening outfit.
Caring for your set
Put jewellery on last, after perfume and hairspray. After the function, wipe each piece with a soft cloth and store it separately in a zip pouch so stones do not scratch each other. Keep it away from water and damp cupboards.
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