Temple jewellery that’s perfect for a traditional wedding look

It’s no secret that temple jewellery is one of the most artful of all jewellery types and plays an essential role in the cultural heritage of India. Embossed with depictions of gods and goddesses from the temples, particularly those in south India, these pieces are sculpted from gold and silver and have been staging a comeback on the fashion scene. The style extends itself across designs—from necklaces and bangles to earrings and rings. Contemporary iterations of this jewellery style now include gemstones, diamonds, and filigree work, too, accentuating individual pieces and making them look heavier. The very name temple jewellery indicates that the pieces seek inspiration from deities, temple tops, and divine figurines. Lord Krishna, Goddess Lakshmi, and female deities are some commonly used motifs by jewellers. In addition to these recurring choices, temple jewellery also includes elements such as leaves, trees, coins, and bells.

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The classic allure of temple jewellery has stood the test of time to serve as a modern-day mainstay in the bridal trousseau—remember Deepika Padukone’s exquisitely crafted heritage pieces for her Konkani wedding ceremony in 2018? Temple jewellery invokes a sense of a divine presence in your life every time you wear the piece. Even today, people are always looking to add a small element of tradition to their ensembles, especially wedding attire, and temple jewellery serves as the perfect touch. Considering the vast quantities of gold used to craft these pieces, it also makes for a great investment!

Below are some of our favourite pieces that are perfect for a tradtional look.

MK Jewels Temple Jewellery Krishna Set, price on request