Bridesmaid gifts is a relatively new concept in India . Though we do buy new clothes and very rarely jewelry trinkets for our close relatives, hardly anybody will wear it for the actual wedding as it won’t be grand enough for a wedding. But with Flower Jewelry gaining popularity, many Indian and NonresidentIndian (NRI) brides have turned to Flower jewelry as Bridesmaid gifts for their pre-wedding festivities
This US based bride wanted initially Half matha pattis as gifts for her sisters and sister-in-laws to match with their green and gold outfits for her Gaye Holud Ceremony. Slowly as we got talking, the gift grew to accommodate long necklaces and matching earrings.
The challenge here was to design pieces that were grand enough to be worn to a wedding, yet not so grand that they’ll upstage the bride. Also, there had to be a small difference between two sets of design (I presume two sets were for the bride’s own sisters and the other two for her inlaws) So, out of the four two were three strand necklaces with three big and two small flowers as the focal and the other two were two strand necklaces with two big and one small flower each as a focal. In the picture below, you can see both the two strand 3mm bead necklaces with flower focals.
The green swatch that I worked with was tricky – it was an unusual green that you usually won’t find in ribbons. So I superimposed ribbon roses of 2 shades of green to arrive at the perfect color.
As these were gifts, I went with simple yet festive packaging (check them out on my Instagram page). I used hot pink earrings cards (upcycled from unused handmade paper left behind by students) with a little gold star tape and I used pink tissue paper (used by jewelry stores to wrap silver jewelry) and printed out little green Sayuri labels. They are so pretty, aren’t they?
So what did the lovely bride get for herself as Gaye Holud Jewelry? The rich red flower set with red bud roses and gold beads. It is a set with a choker with a single rose, chest length necklace, earrings, Haathphool and matha tikka (single line matha patti) or forehead ornament.
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So what do you think of Flower Jewelry as quirky cultural bridesmaids gifts? Even if you do not follow the customs or rituals I think that these trinkets would make fun, colorful and economical gifts for friends and family.
I hope you found it interesting
Cheers
25 responses to “Bridesmaid gifts – Flower Jewelry”
I think that would be an amazing bridesmaid gift idea for any wedding! Something really unique and unexpected. The bridal set…wow, another stunner, Divya!
I am sure people loved their gifts – the jewelry is beautiful and also unique for some countries. I think that in other countries these creations can be worn on many occasions, even not very formal!
Thanks Michelle. I think is great to gift fun, interesting, and colorful gifts that people will enjoy at the moment rather than something costlier which they'll probably never use
Most of thee designs are from Persia, Pakistan or Bangladesh and now they are being worn in India, UK and America. Fashion, today, is all about cross pollination of culture making way for eclectic items. One doesnt have to follow a ritual anymore to adapt to the fashion associated with it
Beautiful jewelry and perfect gifts. These are gorgeous ornaments!
They are all beautiful!I am sure the gifts will be treasured keepsakes!
Thanks Maya, I do hope the same
Thanks Karin, they are quite affordable too
Hey Divya they are super cute. Indeed it's a new trend to make things for bride's maid here but this jewelry will be a lovely addition in the list of gifts for bride's friends 🙂
Love it. So nice of you to share. Thank You
I am glad that you like it 🙂 I am surprised to here that it is also new in Islamabad. I thought matha patti and passa came from Pakistan
All of your pieces are beautiful. I love your packaging too.
Thanks Kathy
What beautiful necklaces!I love the sweet flowers.
They're all gorgeous, LOVE the red set, wow!! Amazing work!!
I love the pieces and think they strike a great balance as grand enough but wearable in the future. I also like your packaging. The green against the pink is wonderful.
They look super glamorous Divya!!! Love the red ones…simply fabulous !!
can you design a bridal set for my sister marriage reception
hi
i need to order "green and gold ribbon rose set "
I have replied to your facebook msg, Pls check
I want to know the price for red one could u please mail me on [email protected]
Sure, I’ll email you
Hi…How to purchase this jewellery
please send me an email with your specifications
Price of red?
It has to be made on order. Sets start at Rs.3600