Bangles: From Tradition to Trend
My mother only wore bangles to weddings. I wear mine to the grocery store.
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Bangles are a staple jewelry of India, dating back thousands and thousands of years. These stiff bracelets were often decorated with bright colors and flashy gems, paired with your favorite lehenga or sari.
Nowadays, bangles are commonly seen as metal, solid colored gold or silver bracelets used as a part of trendy fast fashion. Bangles have become a popular inventory at Tiffanys, Prada and even Urban Outfitters!
Don’t get me wrong, I do take part in this new trend. Before bangles gained popularity outside of India, I never thought I would wear such bold pieces beyond traditional Indian events. With the rise of modest, modern interpretations of the bangle, I feel far more comfortable incorporating this jewelry in my everyday life.
