Jewellery has always been an emotional purchase. Something to celebrate a hallmark occasion, something to express your love. With more inclination towards sartorial choices that make you feel good and match your wavelength, designers are iterating designs and style that says more about your individuality. From zodiac-sign-focused birthstones to metallic initials on our necks, lobes and fingers—jewellery pieces resonating with your personality are more charming than ever. Parallelly, another aspect of spirituality and positive vibe is being translated to talismans, evil eye and religious text patterned pieces.
While palmistry, astrological and tarot readings may not resonate with everyone, crystals are being patronised for alternative healing practices and well-being for some kind of grounding, especially after the pandemic. There are cases to back up their scientific effectiveness too. The minerals in crystals help in balancing your body’s magnetic field, warding off negativity and helping in mental clarity. The style has been indigenous to hippies for years which could have been the community to tap into the spiritual realm of natural stones and set a trend. With the world going through unprecedented times in 2020-21, people are seeking ways of alternate healing; something that extends support. Eye-pleasing at once, gemstones and crystals aren’t only being used when aura cleansing is sacrosanct.
Birth Stones
Whether you’re someone who skips the horoscope page of the news every day or someone who doesn’t put much thought behind it at all, astrological birthstones add a personal touch to your look. Each sun sign is integrated with a unique gemstone according to the birth month- Garnet, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, Ruby, Peridot, Sapphire, Opal, Citrine, Blue Tanzanite, from January to December respectively. Alternatively, these stones have spiritual significance that promises a positive change in life like inner growth, better health as well as wealth. Wall Street biggies are known to carry stones and crystals as a way of attracting abundance. Besides, these naturally occurring stones add a standout statement to jewellery pieces, giving a refreshing spin if you simply have an affinity towards precious rocks.
Talismans
Totems, talismans and lucky charms in piercing blue iris stones are known for warding off the evil eye in the past centuries and are being revered as a trend in modern times. From holding sacred powers to instating a statement, dainty pieces of talismanic jewellery offer an eye-catching statement that also promises protection from a pessimistic vision from your line of sight. For someone who prefers carrying a little extra good juju on important days and hallmark occasions, a palm-shaped Hamsa hand charm on the bracelet, and an evil eye pendant mixed with the layer of chains on the neck can be symbolic of a style statement as well as a sense of security. From Jennifer Anniston to Meghan Markle in the West to Deepika Padukone and Malaika Arora, celebrities have set the trend of sporting these protecting pieces of jewels with pared-down looks.
Personalised With Initials
With Sarah Jessica Parker’s name necklace ‘Carrie’ having a trajectory of its own in the series Sex and the City, the trend had a cult following in the late ’90s. Initial-engraved pendants, bracelets and rings make for a perfect addition to your style statement to kindle your self-love and even as a thoughtful gift. Personalised pieces of gold medallions in molten metal textures with touches of enamel, gemstones and even striking letter patterns make for an effortlessly bold statement. Modern and luxe, encasing your name’s initials or your even favourite words within luminous embellishments is the coolest way to customise jewellery that resonates with you.
Spiritual Symbols
There is a spiritual connection felt about religious symbols, texts and mantras throughout the world. Whether the inclination sprouts from the rich roots of one’s culture, meditation or the process of spiritual awakening, adorning a piece of symbolic jewellery is a meaningful choice. A customised piece of jewellery that resonates with your beliefs is something you can hold special in your everyday dressing by not just punctuating your look but also reigniting optimism towards life.
