Armlet in Silver : traditional design

Here is a very traditional design of an armlet which has a  motif of Goddess Lakshmi with what we call lakshmi kaash (kaasu in telugu and kaash in tamil, meaning coins).  Worn on the upper arm, mostly by Maharanis of the yesteryears, or dancers even today... I am hoping to wear it to a wedding some day. You could wear one of the less ornate ones easily but being an ornate one I am looking for an occasion.

This armlet studded with a few rubies adds contrast to the silver.  

Maang Tika in Silver

I have always fancied wearing a maang tika to a wedding or to an evening party and why not? Well, I did wear one of those for my wedding in gold. Today, I have my first one in silver and I love it!

Since I don't like the look of zircon which shines a bit too much, I had this one made with inexpensive polki stones.  This definitely makes is subtle and pretty.  Strung with a 3mm silver chain and a hook to fix to the hair.... I am waiting to wear it! Accessories in silver like the maang tika, an armlet, an anklet or a pair of toe rings along with a pair of jhumkas or a necklace and a khada just completes the look. There is always a first time! If you haven't worn one of these accessories before or don't own one, it's time you did.