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Wedding Ring Tales – Latest Trends & Designs

Whether you are looking for a vintage European engagement ring or a regale contemporary culture-inspired stone setting, there are plenty of options for bridal rings out there. Here are 7 top-end engagement ring designs that will dazzle on any finger, no matter which part of the world you live in. Symmetrical Floral accents With stones set in a series-like petal designs, the floral accent engagement rings are always popular. The blooming design gets their inspiration from the shapes of rose petals and lotus flaps. They are mostly round and curved to complement the metal band. They maybe either single loop or double loop with an engraved name and design. These truly feminine rings get a whims...

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The 16 Adornments of an Indian Bride

An Indian bride is the personification of beauty – an ethereal representation of all that’s good and pure. Every bride wants to look perfect for their special day. So, it is natural that she starts planning and visualising every single aspect of her look in immense detail from the very first day. According to tradition, the Indian bride has to carry 16 adornments, known as the Solah Shringar. This is an ancient beauty ritual, and a part of bridal preparation. Weddings celebrate the divinity of a bride as she steps into womanhood. Therefore, the 16 adornments are symbolic representations of the divine. And also, Shringar alludes to Goddess Laxmi, the patron deity of wealth and beauty. This ...

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Different Types of Mangalsutra Across India

The Mangalsutra, or the sacred thread, signifies the union of marriage. Hindu culture revers it with great importance. The Mangalsutra has widespread use across the country, in different names and forms. Many Indian states have their own version of the Mangalsutra. As a matter of fact, we believe that the tradition originated in South India and later travelled to the Northern states. ‘Mangal’ means holy and ‘Sutra’ alludes to thread. In its bare form, the Mangalsutra is essentially a yellow thread with black beads strung. The groom ties the thread around his bride’s neck at the moment when they solemnise their marriage. Let’s take a look at the different types of Mangalsutras, their name an...

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Diamond Jewellery for Weddings

  Diamond jewellery has become very popular in the past few years. There was a time when brides wore a lot of gold on their wedding day. But not anymore! Now, the trend is shifting towards diamond, platinum and even silver jewellery. While choosing diamond jewellery, be very careful! Identify good quality diamond by using the 5 C’s. The 5 C’s of a diamond is the key to each diamond’s quality. To establish a diamond’s quality, you must examine each of the 5C’s: Carat Weight, Cut, Colour, Clarity and Certification. It is the overall combination of these that determines the value and beauty of a particular diamond. Carat Weight Carat weight is the most obvious factor in determining the va...

Taking Care of your Wedding Jewellery

Make your wedding jewellery last eternally – like your love for each other! The wedding planners at Tamarind Weddings suggest the following tips for wedding jewellery care –  1)      The easiest and simplest way to take care of wedding jewellery is by wiping your wedding ornaments clean with a 100% cotton cloth dabbed in lukewarm water after use.  2)      For heavily beaded wedding jewellery, one can use an old toothbrush dipped in mild washing liquid and gently scrub off the dirt and grime deposited inside. Dry the ornament completely before storing it.  3)      Avoid using harsh chemical cleansers on your wedding jewellery as they can damage the soft metal and reduce the lustre in the ...