ANTIQUE EARRINGS : OLD IS THE NEW MODERN

A relic to adorn your ears, antique earrings are enjoying a coveted place in the jewellery hall of fame attracting brides, fashionistas and millennials alike.

 

Earrings with the antique tag are much loved for their elegance and old-world charm that is hard to resist.

If you are a South Indian bride, an antique earring will find a place in your jewel box amidst the collection of family heirlooms and contemporary designs. That aura of royalty is not to be missed even when you are all decked up for a traditional function or a family get-together and a cocktail party. Antique earrings can match any attire and venue at any time of the day.

 

There is something about these danglers that can turn your appearance magical and a bit mysterious. How about a chandelier earring studded with rubies to touch your shoulder when you are

attired in an off-shoulder black dress? Wouldn’t you be a sight to behold?

 

Antique does not mean you have to have it handed over through generations or gifted by your grandmother on your birthday. A special process lends it the muted gold-tone and a look of sublime simplicity. It is the matte finish that wins hearts even those of the new-age brides who are hardcore fans of customised jewellery. For them, antique earrings are the stamp of royalty for those close-up photos earmarked for Insta profiles.

 

And, aren’t there choices for every scene and act!

 

A classic jhumka embellished with red stones will be your style statement with its low-key brilliance and muted sheen when worn with a flowing dress or a silk saree. Make ensure to leave your neck bare to leave the spotlight on the dangling jhumkas. It easily adds a festive vibe to your special events, bringing out the colours in your outfit. For youngsters too, it is an ornament to bet on. Wear it with a short top or kurti and you are ready to shine in the company of your friends. It is a fusion of the Indian and Western that would surely steal the show and turn you into a style queen.

 

Simple antique earrings can be your favourite accessory for the office too. Traditional kurta or formal shirts would look more stylish with this jewellery lending them a touch of elegance especially when this antique ornament has exquisite enamel work or gemstone embellishments. It is never too much for your office profile, style gurus would certainly endorse it. Mix and match for different occasions or office events and you would earn plenty of style brownie points for your appearance.

 

Certainly, a must-have item for your jewellery collection as they are perfect add-ons for any outfit at any time of the day. From tear-drop designs to leaf patterns, antique earrings can complement your style and your interests, add colour to your life events and make you think of treasure hunts and fairy tales. And you are going to keep them safe as your family heirloom.