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Woman Fashion Accessories:
In India, as elsewhere, accessories are an integral part of the ritual of dressing. The world over, Indian women are associated with the 'dot' in the middle of their forehead, called Kum Kum or bindi. Traditionally round, the bindi is now available in various colors, shapes and sizes. A bindi was traditionally a sign of marriage, or in some states, was worn as soon as a girl reached young adulthood. Today it is for the most part an adornment. Vermilion or sindoor applied at the parting of the hair indicates a married woman.


A traditional Indian woman is rarely seen without Indian jewelry. A mangal-sutra, a necklace made with black and gold beads is considered sacred, and in many areas is always worn by a married woman. Many women, particularly in the rural areas of Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Gujarat wear ornately crafted nose-rings. Gold, silver or colorful glass bangles are another favorite, dating from the tradition of never having your hands bare. Women in Rajasthan wear bangles that go all the way to their shoulders. Indian women generally have their ears pierced, and commonly sport earrings.

Today, imitation jewelry or gold plated jewelry has caught the fancy of Indian women. Imitation jewelry comes in better designs and cheaper too. The most common imitation jewelry are Necklace, neck choker, forehead tikka, earrings and bangles. Imitation jewelry is designed using semi precious stones, kundan and water beads.

The best part about imitation jewelry is that it is highly pocket friendly.