Onam: The Golden Grace of Kerala’s Grand Festival
Kalyan Blog
As the air is filled with the sweet fragrance of marigolds and jasmine, and house courtyards are decorated with beautiful pookalam, Kerala prepares to celebrate its most cherished harvest festival, Onam. This 10-day celebration of King Mahabali’s annual homecoming is marked by Athachamayam, Pulikali, a delicious sadhya, and more. But no Onam look is complete without the traditional ornaments set against the cream and gold zari. These are the Explore our Onam collection- Hridayapoorvam, where every piece of jewellery weaves stories of heritage, femininity, and timeless elegance into the modern woman’s traditional Onam ensemble.
Drape in gold, the Onam way!
The Palakka Mala is synonymous with Onam adornments. With its classic mango-shaped green glass pendants on a gold chain, it is believed to ward off evil spirits, bringing good luck. Often passed from generation to generation, it holds the warmth of shared memories and the grace of heirloom beauty.
This Onam, we reimagine the heritage of Kerala’s beloved Palakka green stone in cultured emeralds; a vivid, enduring green gem shaped into bold new forms. Square-cuts, oval- cut, tear-drops, and other fancy shapes bring a modern artistry to this traditional favourite. Set in temple-style designs with a rich Gheroo polish, each piece is conceived as a statement, blending time-honoured craftsmanship with a contemporary spirit.
Embrace tradition with temple-inspired necklaces and bangles that are bold in spirit and shaped into striking silhouettes. Try the statement necklace crowned with a bold pendant of Goddess Lakshmi flanked by two majestic elephants, all in intricate design accented with cultured emeralds in fancy cuts since it captures the essence of abundance and auspicious beginnings.
And when we speak about celebrating Onam, the graceful Thiruvathirakali (traditional dance form) is unmissable. Antique gold bangles infused with temple motifs and emerald hues turn heads during Tiruvathirakali, for they bring a melodious tinkle with each elegant movement.
Jhimki, the delightful bell-shaped dangler, has always been a favourite of the Malayali ‘Manga’. Along with this, add rings and bracelets in the same rich green cultured emeralds, set amidst intricate temple designs, to complete your Onam look with effortless elegance. Pair them with your ivory kasavu and let nostalgia shine through, recalling the timeless charm of festive mornings past.
Another Onam favourite is the Kasu mala, which has strings of overlapping gold coins threaded together to signify wealth. It’s an evergreen piece that adds a touch of classic look to the neckline enriched with the radiance of cultured emeralds in its pendant. The gold coins echo blessings of prosperity, while the emeralds bring a fresh vibrancy to this heirloom-inspired piece. Wear it on Onam mornings during temple visits to mark the start of your day with grace and auspicious beauty.
This festive season, adorn yourself in cultured emeralds and let tradition shine in a new light. From the first sparkle of gold against ivory kasavu to the gentle sway of the Oonjal in the courtyard, Onam is woven with moments that live forever in the heart. Every ornament tells a story- of family, of heritage, and of homecoming, no matter how far you have gone! Because Onam is not merely a festival, it’s an emotion. So this Onam, choose style with tradition with Kalyan Jewellers’ Onam Collection!
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