Fashion
MiRA : Best of Both World’s by Radhika Jain
FWD helps you pair your jewellery for both western and traditional wear
Text: Namrata George
As the season of weddings, social gatherings and parties are drawing near each occasion has a dress code to follow. We tend to buy jewellery based on the occasion such as a typical Indian function we would pick up traditional pieces and if its for a night out to town with friends something modern would be ideal.
Kolkata based Jewellery brand MiRA by Radhika Jain has exactly what you need to wear for both traditional and western wear.
Exclusive pieces which can be worn on all occasions. This collection comes complete with pieces right from stunning pendants to precious- stone necklaces, beautiful chokers to collars, headgears, signature bracelets and earrings.
The exclusive collection is created using hand crafted fibres with metallic elements and aims to be the guilty pleasure of every woman. Each hand-crafted piece make’s a treasured keepsake that can be handed down through generations. The designs are simple, classical yet very stylish which can be worn by women of any age group.
Sourcing: MiRA by Radhika Jain
Designer Radhika Jain shares, “The limited edition sums up the pieces that can be paired with traditional as well as modern outfits. The best thing about this collection is that it includes pieces that are exclusive yet affordable.”
The ‘MiRA’ brand is known for its impressive but very wearable jewellery meant for all occasions. Radhika’s jewellery has always had a modern twist with hints of traditional designs in silver and assorted metals. Each piece was an eye-catcher and aimed at the bold independent modern woman who is not only very contemporary in her choices, but is sure of her feminine and earthy side.
Sourcing: MiRA by Radhika Jain
This magnificent contemporary neck collar piece has been hand crafted with fibres and metallic elements comprising of birds, flowers and metallic leaves over metallic gold collar plates. Layers of gold chains hung over the chest add a modern yet elegant twist to the piece. Wear this beautiful piece over a strapless evening gown, styled with a classy updo or chignon for the hair. Or pair this piece over a simple silk kurta with less embroidery details and see how the outfit elevates. Style the outfit with a braided low bun.
Sourcing: MiRA by Radhika Jain
This one of a kind Pearl strung necklace with floral embossed pendant with gold vines with birds and flowers with gold tassel chains and pearls on the tip. Style this look by wearing a low cut top and pair it with a skirt skirt have your hair in boxer braids and have all eyes on you. For a more traditional look wear this with a ghaghra choli set and leave your long tresses down with a centre parting.
Sourcing: MiRA by Radhika Jain
This beautiful half necklace that is hung around the neck with gold chains has large white birds sitting on golden twigs with gold and silver leaves. Looks like a scene right out of nature. Pair this piece with a Black shirt and blue jeans over a tan cape blazer; have your hair done in a high messy topknot to complete the modern look. Otherwise team this piece with a sleeveless ankarli set and your hair in side waterfall braid.
Sourcing: MiRA by Radhika Jain
White and silver hand harness is perfect for all modern contemporary wear. It has delicate white and silver flowers coiled around this piece. Style this with a hot red pantsuit and white shirt, with a sleek wet hair look. Otherwise pair this piece with a long kurta dress and net dupatta have your hair in a braided updo.
Let us know how you would pair your jewellery or what fusion you would make with it??
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Hermès Birkin
Origin: The Birkin bag was born from a chance encounter between actress and singer Jane Birkin and Hermès CEO Jean-Louis Dumas on a flight in 1981. Birkin mentioned her struggle to find a perfect weekend bag, leading Dumas to design a bag tailored to her needs.
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Louis Vuitton Speedy
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Gucci Jackie
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Icon Status: The Jackie bag’s hobo shape and piston strap closure make it a timeless piece. It has seen numerous revivals and remains a classic in the Gucci lineup.
Prada Galleria
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Icon Status: With its clean lines, structured shape, and Saffiano leather, the Galleria bag is a symbol of modern elegance and understated luxury.
Fendi Baguette
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