Beautiful Indian jewelry

Recently great popularity began to use the Indian jewelry. However, this is not surprising, as the beauty of these products is really great. With incredible grandiosity and is shown in prior art films and Indian gear. So what do they symbolize? What does it mean? Suitability for everyday wear?

Why ornaments Indian women?

It has long been appreciated in India is not only beautiful clothes, but also the showy ornaments. At the same time their quality and quantity can be judged on the status of women in society, her mood and even marriage or free status.

According to ancient books, Indian jewelry is a kind of reflection of inner peace and well-being of the fair sex. With their help it is easy to express himself. It's like a dance, where words are used instead of movements and gestures. And put on such products inconspicuously to any occasion or with a certain intention. For example, some things in a woman's attire perform a protective role of amulets. Others are designed to decorate statues of the gods.

Varieties of national decoration of the

Indian jewelry - it's not just jewelry, but a real piece of jewelry. They are both expensive, and not very much. It all depends on the components of the decoration and materials used.

In poorer families, the most valuable items are often handed down and worn at the time of a specific event, such as a wedding. At the same time traditional decoration can be put not only on the fingers, wrists and neck, but also forearms, legs, head and even on the nose.

It is believed that Indian jewelry includes a particular set consisting of 16 different products and symbolic attributes. All of them are designed for different parts of the body, have their value and bearing principle. In this set, called "srngara" includes the following attributes:

• "Haar".
• "Carne Phule."
• "Tika".
• "Anjana".
• "mehendi".
• "sindoor".
• "Bindi".
• "Baadzhyuband".
• "Arsi".
• "Keshapashacharachna".
• "Kamarband".

This may also include saris and Indian jewelry that is worn on the feet and hands. In particular, the set includes bracelets and rings for fingers and toes, as well as the notorious point between the eyebrows, a certain principle of applying makeup and dressing parting on his head.

What is the reason and the associated number of 16?

This number is given to a certain value associated with the old legends and religious culture. In particular, they say that 16 elements of the above-mentioned set corresponding to the same number of lunar cycles. Moreover, it is this number is often associated with the goddess of beauty by the name of Sri Lakshmi. It is known that it was correct wife god Vishnu. She often wore Indian jewelry on the head, hands and feet, and was famous for his gentleness and charm.

to save Jewelry female energy

One of the most common decoration of considered "Haar". This original necklace with different stones and patterns. It is put on the neck, as it is a long time was considered the seat of the women's and family power.

Visually, this product looks very massive and heavy. This is due to the fact that it includes frequent natural stones, pearls and precious metals. Moreover, the necklaces were often created by no one, but in several rows that actually increased its weight.

However, it is believed that these Indian jewelry (necklaces photo can be found in our article) protect its owner from the evil eye and the words. According to legend, they have some magical protection against enemies and their hypnotic influence. While some argue that the more it is the decoration, the higher the level of its owner erotic energy.

social status signs and level of spiritual development

"Harn" or "Carne Phule" - yet another Indian jewelry with natural stones. They are presented in the form of earrings for the ears. When this name literally translates as "flower in the ear."

It is believed that the earlobe is able to show the level of spiritual development and to talk about the social status of the fair sex. Therefore, the more expensive the product, the higher the status of the girl or woman. For this reason, heavy and very massive earrings had to be fixed to the hair with a special chain. As a result, the fastener for earrings smoothly flows into the Indian decoration on the head.

Earrings - as the subject of consolation

Parallel to this, the old people believed that the earrings are a unique gift that helps to find solace in the possibility of suffering and sorrow. Therefore, the more massive are these earrings, the more comfort you will need their owner.

Some argue that the earrings are also a talisman against the evil eye and negative influence. A pierced ears meant to be comforted in this or that question. That's such an unusual Indian jewelry. Moscow - is one of the Russian cities, where these products are in high demand. The most attractive for residents and visitors to the capital are considered to earrings with the image of fruit and flowers. It is believed that these images like no other identified with youth, purity, tenderness, unselfishness and spiritual perfection.

The sign of marriage and activator chakra wisdom

"Tika" or "teak Mang" has always been considered a symbol of wisdom and said that the woman is married. It was a not too long thread, one end of which was a small hook, and on the other - a hanging pendant. It is made of a noble metal such as gold or silver. Such Indian jewelry (silver - a symbol of femininity and virginity, and the gold - talk about wisdom and nobility of nature) worn on the head and attached to hair parting. Met and such suspension, which in addition to the parting as a hoop, lined forehead and left temples or fastened to the top of the earrings. In addition, "Tika" decorated with stones or pearls. However, it is not mandatory. Even today you can find these stones and decoration without any frills. And because it is still hung over his forehead, it is activated chakra wisdom, and family well-being.

Indian Muslim faith, as a rule, put on "Dzhumar". It is also a suspension, which resembles "Tiku". But unlike her it is located diagonally.

A few jewelry in Indian style

Special attention is given "Anjana" or "Nick". It's not exactly the product, but also a must for a full image of the Indian woman. "Anjana" - a broad black eye rims. It is believed that it allows you to make the eyes brighter and more expressive. Today, modern manufacturers have developed a range of ready tools that you can buy in any store of Indian jewelry. In this case, "Kolya" resembles brasmatik or shade in a square box.

These original cosmetic jewelry can be attributed to body-painting with henna or "mehendi" ( "Mendy"). This is a temporary drawing of plant characters that can persist for 2-3 weeks. girls long adorned them before the wedding. It was believed that it is a symbol of love and happiness in marriage. However, to my husband did not change the near future, part of the "Mandy" solution is buried in the ground.

And finally, two more unusual decoration of the considered "Bindi" and "sindoor". In this case, the first - it is the notorious red dot in the area between the eyebrows or the mystical third eye, denoting infinity, and the main energy channel opens at the subconscious level.

"Sindoor" the same - this is a red powder, which draw on parting. It is usually used by married women. By the way, the red color symbolizes fertility and is considered a sign of respect to the goddess Sati. It is believed that it is in order to protect the honor of his wife, he went to the many victims. I wonder what "sindoor" makes it possible to understand that a woman belongs to only one man - her husband. In some Indian villages of the substance, preferably of natural origin, applied at the time of the wedding ritual. Make it should be the parents of the groom.

An amazing symbol of flawless beauty

"Baadzhyuband" - this is such a thread, bracelet or armband, worn on the forearm. It symbolizes the perfect beauty and power of the spirit. In this case, a small bracelet are usually unmarried girls. Those that are married, can wear the bandage covering most of the hand from the forearm to the very elbow. Something like the picture on the right and look such Indian jewelry. they can also be done by hand, using, for example, elements of chains, beads, pearls and other beads.

Manufacturing of products in India

By the way, all the "bling" in India are created manually. They are made with glass, shells, wood, copper, aluminum, ivory. Particularly popular Indian stones. Decoration of any material looks spectacular, if they decorate a rock crystal, transparent, amethyst, topaz, carnelian and moonstone. They are of great value and precious stones such as diamonds, rubies, sapphires and emeralds.

The products made by hands of experienced craftsmen, can be found on thematic fairs, markets, and jewelry - in special retail shops and stores.

When the mirror is at hand

"Arsi" - a special ring on the index finger. At its center flaunts big round mirror. It is believed that in the morning a woman should look into it. And so it was always at hand, and in the literal sense, it should be worn on the finger always.

The majestic decoration for women's hair

"Keshapashacharachna" - an ornament for the hair. It was believed that a woman's hair - is a huge source of powerful magical powers. For this reason, most of the ladies cover their heads, in order to conceal this powerful energy from enemies. The same applies to the temple. In such places, even in our time do not miss the ladies with their heads uncovered. It is symbolic that many women braided hair in a braid. It speaks about their self-sufficiency. Once married, most of the hair curl up in a bun. It speaks about change in the lives of the girls and changing interests.

Chastity belt or a symbol of reliability

"Kamarband" - a special chastity belt or real jewelery, worn over saris. The girl who wears it, usually married. This product is symbolic displays readiness girls enter into the house of her husband. It gives woman new powers and responsibilities, particularly in front of her mother in law and her husband.

A beautiful symbol of sexuality

One of the sexiest jewelry is considered to be "Nut" and an earring in his nose. It can be in the form of small dots or hang majestically huge ring, equipped with a chain. It is believed that the nose is the center of female sexuality and sensitivity.

Bracelets and rings in various parts of the body

Still other bright decorations are considered bracelets and rings. If we talk about the first products, their number depends on whether the woman is married or not.

It is believed that a married beauty simply can not appear in public without wearing bracelets. Usually she puts on 8 to 24 pieces. And it is on each of his wrists. The young girls they can be 1, 2 or 5. Their coloring also differs special medley, symbolizing youth and innocence. Legs also decorate bracelets. Sometimes they are very thin and similar to strings. At least - is a powerful and robust community. Many dancers and girls of easy virtue supply them with additional bells, made a noise when driving. Rings are also worn on the hands and feet. They are considered effective addition of all image and talk about grooming a woman or girl.