The History of the Fascinating Indian Bangle (Bracelet)

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The tinkling sound of bangles is a sign that the festival season has arrived. No traditional ensemble is complete without colorful bangles. As the festival season approaches there is a sudden surge in the demand for gold bangles
. Traditionally known as "Churi", they are made in glass, metal, lakh/lac, plastic, enamel, silver, gold and more. The importance of glass bangles dates back to when gold was the precious metal worn by the kings and prosperous people. Glass, which was cheap and abundant, was for the common people. Thus making it the most popular material used to make bangles. Today glass bangles are popular for their variety of colors. Although a riot of colors are also found in Lakh/Lac and metal bangles.

Significance

The significance of bangles is deep-rooted within the cultures and traditions of India. It is considered bad omen for married women not to adorn their hands with bangles. The type of bangles like gold or glass worn by married woman or a young girl reflects their husband or 22ct gold bangles father's fortune.

Colors in bangles are closely associated with qualities people should possess within themselves. To name a few, red is for the energy and love, green is associated with virtue and purity and blue is for tranquility. Although the meaning of the bangle colors is almost the same throughout the different cultures, they differ in their function. For example in some cultures green colored bangles are worn during or after marriage, while other cultures believe none other than red colored bangles are the standard for marriage and married woman.

Styles

Bangles have evolved through time in their style with its soaring popularity. All these bangle styles can be worn in one or both hands depending on your outfit, style and occasion.

Traditional "Churis" or Bangles are very thin solid gold bangle approximately.18" in width. Gold, Silver or copper tone fashion bangles is a must have in your jewelry box. They jive well with eastern or western dresses. Always wear them in bunches for a startling effect.

"Kangans" are thick bangles about.25" in width. Pair them with thin bangles to create your very own bangle set that goes with the colors in your outfit.

The most popular "Kada" in fashion jewelry is the gold plated studded with semi precious or kundan stones. They usually range from.50" to 2.5" in width.

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