Pearls are marvellous products of nature. The jewellery made out of them is best describes as elegant, bold, beautiful and timeless! Whether you are trying to achieve that bling look or add a touch of subtle sophistication, pearls can take your style to the next level effortlessly.
However, you may be overwhelmed with the plethora of pearl necklace design options available to you. That is particularly the case if you are shopping at Pure Pearls, where we have an incredibly broad collection of pearls and pearl jewellery styles for people of all ages and sizes.
In this guide on how to wear your pearl necklace, you will find the best ways to pair your beautiful pearls with different types of clothes, including traditional Indian wear.
Whether you are buying pearl necklaces for festivals, traditional Indian social gatherings, work or for casual use, we’ve got you covered!
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How to Wear Pearl Necklace on Indian Wear?
If you are in India or have even interacted closely with the Indian community, you probably know how incredibly diverse the styles are!
With so many vibrant lifestyles and cultures all around the country, it is up to brands like Pure Pearls to ensure that no matter the costume, there is a piece of pearl jewellery that goes along with it beautifully!
1. Saree (Sari) and Pearls
Matching any necklace with a saree is a difficult task, and matching a pearl necklace with a stunning saree is no exception.
Now, a saree is a very sophisticated attire. Most sarees that you would wear for special occasions like festivals and weddings or those that are meant for casual outings like lunch and dinners comes come bedazzled with beautiful embroidery and block prints.
Wearing simple and minimalistic necklaces on such sarees just won’t cut it! So, you ought to go strong on your choice of a necklace!
If you are opting for a pearl choker, then go for the ones that are broad, like the one shown below.
For pearl necklaces of longer sizes, multi-strand pearl necklaces with large pendants or side brooches. The images below are perfect examples!
However, wearing large South Sea Pearls is an exception. With a South Sea Pearl necklace, you do not necessarily have to go for a pendant because the necklace by itself is glorious!
Recap:
- Broad pearl chokers
- Multi-line pearl necklace with pendants
- Multi-line pearl necklace with side brooch
- South Sea pearl necklace
2. Half Saree and Pearls
Half Saree is a mix of the grandeur of a saree and the playfulness of young girls. Also known as ‘Langa Voni’, half sarees have become very popular due to their unique appearance and comfort.
When you put on a half saree, you get the flexibility of wearing single line pearl necklaces, preferably with a pendant. The image below illustrates just that.
Typically, white, pink and golden colour pearl necklace sets are best suited to this outfit.
Recap:
- Single line pearl necklace with pendant (Explore the Diana Collection)
- Simple white, pink or golden colour pearl necklaces
- Large baroque pearl necklaces
3. Lehenga Choli and Pearls
Lehenga choli has been the go-to attire for millions of women for decades, especially in the northern part of India. From traditional musical fests to royal weddings, lehengas have made their way everywhere!
So, what pearl necklaces are best suited for the lehenga choli attire?
Since most lehenga choli attires have deeper-than-usual necklines, you can flaunt your pearl choker necklaces or wear a regular 18-inch pearl necklace. You even have the freedom to go a little extra by putting on two-line pearl necklaces with pendants!
If you want to go for a vintage look with a touch of ceremoniousness, then check out our Polki pearl necklace collection and temple collection!
Recap:
- Pearl chokers with pendants
- Two-line pearl necklaces with pendants
- Polki pearl necklace sets
4. Kurta (Kurti) Suit and Pearls
Indian women have cherished the simplicity, elegance and functionality of beautiful kurta suits for centuries! You can spot this attire anywhere and everywhere, from homes to corporate offices.
Most kurta and churidar combinations are meant to be more functional and not radiate magnificence. With that being said, a little extra decoration never hurt anybody!
So, what is the best pearl necklace design that you can wear on a kurta?
One option is to go for a plain pearl necklace with a large round or baroque pearls. That is because most kurtas cover a large portion of the neck and chest (high neck) due to which smaller pearls will not be clearly visible. By wearing larger pearls, your necklace and its beauty will be accentuated.
If you want to wear smaller pearls, then rice pearls are the best way forward! Rice pearl necklaces are made with several lines of 1mm to 3mm high-quality pearls. They add the same amount of volume and vibrance as large round pearls or baroque pearls.
Recap:
- Large round pearl necklaces
- Large baroque pearl necklaces
- Rice pearl necklaces
5. Salwar Kameez and Pearls
Salwar Kameez is yet another popular attire cherished by Indian women of all ages for all occasions.
The attire is extremely comfortable and simple. Hence, most love to wear it when they are simply running errands, casual Fridays in offices or spending time with family at home.
Unlike most other Indian wear, the Salwar Kameez does not add much volume. So, you can wear simple plain pearl necklaces.
Other options are rice pearl necklaces and pearl necklace with pendant.
Recap:
- Plain pearl necklaces
- Single line pearl necklace with pendant (Explore the Diana Collection)
- Rice pearl necklaces
6. Kaftan (Caftan) and Pearls
Kaftan (originally ‘Caftan’) is a dress with its roots in Mesopotamia and the Middle East. It was largely worn by men.
Today, this beautiful tunic-like dress has been adopted by several Indian women.
The Kaftan adds incredible volume to your attire while draping over the body beautifully. For the same reason, it quite difficult to choose an appropriate pearl necklace.
If you are planning on wearing a Kaftan, then ensure that you wear a long pearl necklace. If long necklaces are not your thing, then wear three-line or four-line pearl necklaces.
Recap:
- Long pearl necklace
- Three-line pearl necklace
- Four-line pearl necklace
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Pearls and Ethnic Indian Wear
1. How to wear pearls casually in Indian clothes?
The best way to wear pearls casually on Indian clothes is to pair them with simple Kurti or Salwar Kameez.
2. How to wear long pearl necklaces?
Long pearl necklaces are best suited for Indian ethnic wear that has high necks or has a lot of volume like a Saree.
3. Which is the best type of pearl necklace for Indian weddings?
We highly recommend the Nizam Rani Haar pearl necklace set for Indian weddings. The grandeur and glory of this necklace set are unparalleled!
At Pure Pearls, we also offer mangalsutra in pearls!
If you are going as a guest to an Indian wedding, then you will be glad to explore our pearl sets in Thewa.
4. How to wear pearls the modern way in Indian traditional clothing?
With the wide range of pearl jewellery collection at Pure Pearls, you can add a touch of modern elegance to traditional sophistication. Check out our Diana Collection of pearl necklaces!
5. What are the best colours of pearls for Indian wear?
Most Indian clothes pair best with the following colours of pearls:
- White
- Off-white
- Pink
- Peach
- Lavender
- Golden
- Silver