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Kahaniyan

Stories of heritage, craft, and the art of adornment - from the workshops of Jodhpur to the hands of those who wear our creations.

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The Art of Jadau: A Timeless Craft Born in the Courts of Rajasthan
Craft & Tradition

The Art of Jadau: A Timeless Craft Born in the Courts of Rajasthan

Discover how the ancient Mughal-era technique of jadau jewellery-making continues to thrive in the workshops of Jodhpur, where every stone is set by hand into molten gold.

6 min read
The Complete Bridal Jewellery Trousseau: What Every Indian Bride Needs
Bridal Diaries

The Complete Bridal Jewellery Trousseau: What Every Indian Bride Needs

From maang tikka to payal, a comprehensive guide to building your bridal jewellery collection - with insights on what to invest in and what to personalise.

8 min read
Polki vs Kundan: Understanding the Difference Between India's Most Celebrated Techniques
Craft & Tradition

Polki vs Kundan: Understanding the Difference Between India's Most Celebrated Techniques

They're often confused, sometimes used interchangeably - but polki and kundan are distinct crafts with different materials, techniques, and histories.

5 min read
Meenakari: The Hidden Art Behind Your Jewellery
Behind the Craft

Meenakari: The Hidden Art Behind Your Jewellery

Turn any piece of fine jadau jewellery over and you may find a secret world of colour - hand-painted enamel work that transforms the reverse into a canvas.

5 min read
How to Style Heritage Jewellery with Modern Outfits
Style Guides

How to Style Heritage Jewellery with Modern Outfits

Jadau and polki pieces aren't just for weddings. Here's how to pair traditional Rajasthani jewellery with contemporary silhouettes for everyday elegance.

4 min read
Choosing the Right Gold Purity: 22KT, 24KT, and Everything Between
Style Guides

Choosing the Right Gold Purity: 22KT, 24KT, and Everything Between

Not all gold is created equal. Understanding karats helps you choose jewellery that balances beauty, durability, and investment value.

5 min read
Chandbalis Through the Ages: The Story Behind India's Most Iconic Earring
Craft & Tradition

Chandbalis Through the Ages: The Story Behind India's Most Iconic Earring

From the Mughal courts to the modern bride - discover the history, symbolism, and craft behind chandbali earrings, India's most iconic statement piece.

7 min read
The Rani Haar: A Necklace That Carries the Weight of Royalty
Craft & Tradition

The Rani Haar: A Necklace That Carries the Weight of Royalty

The Rani Haar isn't just a long necklace - it's a layered statement of lineage and royalty. A guide to its history, design, and place in modern bridal looks.

7 min read
A Complete Guide to Mangalsutra Designs: Tradition Meets Modern Style
Bridal Diaries

A Complete Guide to Mangalsutra Designs: Tradition Meets Modern Style

From traditional black bead mangalsutras to contemporary diamond pendants - a guide for the modern Indian bride choosing a piece for everyday and forever.

8 min read
Understanding Polki Diamond Grades: A Buyer's Guide to Syndicate, Zimbabwe & Khilwas
Craft & Tradition

Understanding Polki Diamond Grades: A Buyer's Guide to Syndicate, Zimbabwe & Khilwas

Not all polki is equal. Understand the three grades - Syndicate, Zimbabwe, and Khilwas - and learn how to identify untreated polki before you buy.

8 min read
Haldi to Reception: A Ceremony-by-Ceremony Jewellery Guide for the Indian Bride
Bridal Diaries

Haldi to Reception: A Ceremony-by-Ceremony Jewellery Guide for the Indian Bride

A function-by-function guide to wedding jewellery - from light haldi pieces to the wedding day's full polki regalia and the reception's modern statement.

9 min read
Navratna: The Nine Sacred Stones and the Story They Tell Together
Craft & Tradition

Navratna: The Nine Sacred Stones and the Story They Tell Together

Each of the nine navratna stones represents a celestial body. Discover the meaning, placement, and modern interpretation of this ancient sacred composition.

6 min read
BIS Hallmarking & HUID Explained: What Every Gold Buyer in India Should Know
Style Guides

BIS Hallmarking & HUID Explained: What Every Gold Buyer in India Should Know

Since hallmarking became mandatory, every gold buyer needs to understand the marks on their jewellery. A clear guide to BIS, HUID, karat marks, and what they mean.

7 min read
Is Polki Jewellery a Good Investment? Understanding Heirloom Value
Style Guides

Is Polki Jewellery a Good Investment? Understanding Heirloom Value

Polki holds value differently than gold or solitaire diamonds. A clear-eyed look at how to think about polki jewellery as an heirloom rather than a commodity.

7 min read
Maang Tikka, Matha Patti & Borla: The Rajasthani Bride's Headpiece Traditions
Craft & Tradition

Maang Tikka, Matha Patti & Borla: The Rajasthani Bride's Headpiece Traditions

From the simple maang tikka to the elaborate matha patti and the distinctly Rajasthani borla - a guide to the bridal headpieces of Rajasthan.

7 min read
Inside a Jodhpur Karkhana: How Jadau Jewellery is Made by Hand
Behind the Craft

Inside a Jodhpur Karkhana: How Jadau Jewellery is Made by Hand

Step inside a Jodhpur karkhana and witness the process of jadau jewellery-making - from the first sketch to the final stone set into molten gold.

8 min read