Solah Shringar: 16 Steps Of Traditional Indian Bridal Accessories, Makeup And Jewellery

Brides and grooms, it's your time of the year. Wedding season has arrived and while decor and ambiance features high on the list, so does the bridal ensemble. In fact, we'd go to the extent and say it's top priority for almost every bride-to-be. That has been the case for decades now and solah shringar is proof. The cultural ritual celebrates a bride's appearance and believes that accessories and ornaments only add to her amazing beauty. Solah shringar translates to 16 ornaments, which co-relates to the many phases of the moon who, like a bride, is beautiful beyond compare. The ritual also equates the stunning bride with Goddess Lakshmi as she is the Goddess of fertility and beauty. The solah shringar ritual features 16 traditional bridal jewellery and beauty accessories which are believed to complete the traditional bridal look.

Solah Shringar's 16 Traditional Bridal Jewellery And Ornaments Before The Wedding

These are the traditional bride's solah shringar list of accessories of every kind.

1. Bindi

The bindi is placed at the centre of the bride's forehead in the space between the eyebrows. Traditionally, it is circular and red in colour but bindis are now matched according the bridal outfit.

2. Sindoor

Sindoor is a red line drawn through a bride's centre-parted hair with vermilion powder and is worn only by married women.Traditionally, the very first line of vermilion is drawn by her husband.

3. Maang Tikka

Bridal collection by Kalki Fashion

Maang tikka is the jewellery piece that rests on the bride's crown with an embellishment at the end, which falls on her forehead. It is said to be her first piece of jewellery and can be made of various metals with stone studding it.

4. Kajal

Kajal is applied along the waterline and lash line of the bride. Traditionally, kajal was used to protect from evil spirits and cool the eyes. Today it adds definition to the bridal makeup look.

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5. Karn Phool

Karn phool are also known as kaan phool which translates to the earrings a bride wears with her bridal jewellery. She can choose from chandbalis, jhumkas, hoops or studs which can be set with precious stones.

6. Mehendi

Applying mehendi or mehndi on a bride's hands and feet are a treasured part of the bridal look. The deep colour of her mehendi is said to signify the deep love from her partner. Mehendi designs come in many different styles and patterns.

7. Nath

Bridal collection from Anjul Bhandari

Nath is the nose ring that a bride wears on her wedding or for festive functions. It can be worn pierced through the nostril or clipped on as well. Naths come in many different styles like hoops and studs which are complete with stones studding it.

8. Bajuband

Bajuband is the armband that a bride wears, generally tightly across her forearm. It is usually made of gold but can also be made of other precious metals.

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9. Bangles

Anyone can spot a new bride from the bangles on her wrists. They can be made of glass or precious metals and are usually in shades of red, white and gold depending on where the bride's heritage is based.

10. Haathphool

Haathphool is the hand chain that a bride wears, which is not only a traditional favourite but a celebrity one as well. It connects the fingers and wrists with decorative stones and chains over the hand.

11. Haar

Bridal collection from JADE X Lakme Salon

Haar is the necklace worn by a bride. Necklaces are the centre point of bridal jewellery. They can be as minimal or extravagant as desired with stone sets, chokers and layered necklaces worn around her neck.

12. Kamarband

Kamarband is a waistband worn by the bride. It is generally made of gold but can be made of other precious metals as well.

13. Payal

Payals are the anklets worn by a bride. They are usually made of silver and make a pleasant clinking nose when walked with.

14. Bichhiya

Bichhiya is the toe ring worn by a bride. It is usually worn on the second toe and is made of silver.

15. Ittar

Ittar is the perfume worn by the bride throughout her wedding ceremonies.

16. Gajra

Gajra is the hair accessory worn by a bride. It usually includes fresh flowers like jasmine or marigold which are weaved into her bridal hairstyle.

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