Jewellery that will see the light of day even after the wedding celebrations are over

Most wedding jewellery is picked under pressure—emotional, social, and occasionally maternal. Somewhere between trying to please everyone and dodging bridal Pinterest boards that all seem to involve roses, pearls, and mild identity crises, you end up with a 12-piece set that makes you look like a very well-funded jewellery stand at an exhibition.

The problem? It looks spectacular in photos and even better on the day, but after that, it’s straight into long-term storage. One dramatic necklace wrapped in tissue paper, two bangles stuffed into a box that once held Ferrero Rocher, and a maang tikka that now lives permanently at the back of your cupboard with the dead batteries and forgotten receipts.

If you’re going to spend the kind of money that makes your bank app send you a suspicious activity alert, it should at least buy you more than one use. Jewellery should work harder than the wedding playlist DJ. It should show up for anniversaries, cousin’s cocktails, airport duty-free queues, and days when your outfit needs moral support. Because let’s be honest—no one wants to keep a gold investment they only wear once and then remember exists every three financial years.

Renu Oberoi Ruby Curve Ring, price on request

This ring keeps things precise. Rubies on one end, diamonds on the other, neatly arranged, never loud. Wear it with your saree, wear it with a shirt, it works either way.

Simsum Zambian Emerald Spaced Hoops, ₹220,000

These hoops don’t try too hard. Gold, emeralds, and just the right amount of detail. Enough for a dinner out, subtle enough for every day after.

Ivana Opulence Diamond Necklace, ₹230,461

Simple shape, clean finish. The teardrop design holds its form without any fuss. You’ll keep coming back to this one whether it’s a weekday lunch or an evening out.

BlueStone The Emma Bangle, ₹7,09,166

All about the surface here. Cut-out details and scattered diamonds make it interesting, yet it remains minimal. You won’t need to dress around it; it fits right in.

Zoya Reversible Finger Ring, POR 

It’s one ring, built like three. Pink sapphires curve over diamond bands in a clean, reversible setting. Sharp without being flashy, it holds structure and colour in one tight form, minimal, but with purpose.

Rose Emerald Ruby Earrings, ₹750,000

These aren’t one-and-done earrings. The colour mix is playful, not costume-y, and the shape has enough presence without tipping into too much. You could wear them with a saree, a dress, or even a simple shirt; basically, they won’t get boxed up after the big day.

Caratlane Taesha Diamond Necklace ₹1,06,697

This one’s delicate enough to wear with a lehenga, but minimal enough to pair with a white shirt later. It’s the kind of piece that doesn’t wait around for a big occasion.

Tyaani Jewellery Diamond Loose Bracelet, ₹270,800

Clean lines, clear structure. The gold adds warmth, and the diamonds balance it out. Looks good with tailoring, linen, or even something more dressed up.

Lead image: Alia Bhatt/Instagram

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