offbeat mangalsutra designs for the new-age bride

Indian weddings are based on rituals and customs. The tradition 16 beauty components must be fulfilled. Mangalsutra is considered one of it. Mangalsutra is contemplated as pious ornament a necklace for Hindu married women. Its presence is attributes to integration between the couple. Mangal stands for sublime and sutra is the thread. The tradition of wearing this piece of jewellery dates to the times on Manu and Adi Shankara.  Mangalsutra is tied around the bride’s neck by the groom as the wedding rituals end. It stands for the sacredness of marriage. Mangalsutra wards off evil eye and the blissfully married couple lead a happy life.

Mangalsutra wearing means that the husband is alive. This necklace is created by stringing together nine black and gold beads. The traditional mangalsutra has now become stylish. Designs are created in precious metals like silver, gold and diamond. The designs are glossy, precise, and mostly single string. However, black beads are the foundation. Modern interpretations are many and varied. The style and length are skilfully combined. The traditional mangalsutras are long in length while shorter ones are bold and classy. These can be customized. Modern brides now flaunt this statement jewellery whenever they adorn it. 

Where the budget is unlimited bride to be selects diamond necklace with black bead chain that grasp the pendent. The pendent shape could vary from crescent, to star, floral to heart shape. It is a head turner piece. It mixes well with all types of dresses because it is elegant and delicate.

The puny overlapping gold coins or rows of gold coins in Mangalsutra is original and unique. This design is very popular in south India. The coins carry the idol of goddess Laxmi. It is modern and elegant. This style is adapted in other parts of the country.

Paisley pattern has become intrinsic component of Indian weddings. It is delicate and charming.  For instance, paisley can be embossed on a gold plate and tapering beads. It is a combination of tradition and modern style.

Pearl mangalsutras can be devised to integrate into any style. This simple ornament can be worn with ease in daily life. A combination of gold pearl and black beads is vintage style keeping with the trends.  A crescent shaped moon for instance can be created on the pendent supported by black beads.

Kundan Mangalsutra is modish and traditional as well. It becomes more decorative with motif sheathed with stones and pearls. Its simple version has strings of precious stones along with the black beads. All goes with different Indian attire.

Motifs like Ganesh, peacock, Radha-Krishna, doves, fish, or other religious and animal motif on Mangalsutra is the choice of many brides. It is in vogue.

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Heart shaped Mangalsutra is austere and goes with love theme of the wedding.  Multi-coloured Mangalsutra looks attractive with many types of precious and semi-precious stones. It is eye-catching. Floral designs on Mangalsutra is very pleasing and can easily be matched with attire.  Bulky pendants are also in vogue now. It is supported with black beads. Traditional Mangalsutra is in 22K gold with black beads. The designs of the pendent vary with religion and region. It comes with three puny bowls at the end of the string.

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