Ethnic Riwayaat — Necklaces

Kundan choker sets, polki necklaces, temple sets and rani haars — traditional Indian necklaces handmade by karigars in Jaipur.

Pabeena's ethnic necklace range covers everything from lightweight festival pieces to full bridal sets. Chokers that sit high at the throat, layered rani haars that fall in tiers, temple jewellery sets with carved motifs, and meenakari necklaces with enamel work on the reverse — a detail most people never see, and the mark of genuine craftsmanship.

Choosing a necklace for your outfit

Ethnic necklaces are governed by your neckline more than anything else. A closed or high-neck blouse needs a choker that sits above the fabric, not a long necklace that disappears into it. A deep neckline gives room for a layered set or a rani haar. And if your blouse or kurta is already heavily worked at the neck, choose something lighter — two competing details cancel each other out.

For a wedding, one commanding necklace should lead the look, with earrings scaled to match. For festivals and smaller functions, a single choker with plain jhumkas is usually more elegant than a full set.