Monthly Archives: April 2008

Traditional Indian Jewelry: Bangles

Bangles are a main part of traditional Indian Jewelry. The name “bangle” is derived from the Hindi word bungri. They can be worn stacked high for impact or individually for a more subtle look. They are round in shape but … Continue reading

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Karan Phool (the ear flower)

Karan Phool (the ear flower) is the old name of earrings in India. The use of Karan Phool can be traced to very ancient times in India, where they were made of fresh flowers and worn by women as a … Continue reading

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