Style your Symbol of Love Mangalsutra and Know all about its Varied Designs

Posted by raavi Sen on June 15th, 2019

Mangalsutra is one of the most important ornaments for women in India which holds a deeper significance. It is one necessary jewelry for every married woman in Hindu culture. It is dearer to women than any other accessory which showcases her eternal love for her husband.

A typical Mangalsutra design comprises of black and golden beads. The practice of wearing this thread of love holds a deeper significance in the life of every woman wherein the husband ties this around the neck of the wife thereby deepening the nuptial bond further. The Mangalsutra is considered as a talisman that wards off evil eye from the life of the couple.

Derived from the word 'Mangal' and 'Sutra', this ornament is considered to guard the life of husband against evil forces which women adorn around their neck. This divine knot is now available in varied designs across the country. While some women wear long mangalsutra like the one in south Indian culture others often opt for short mangalsutra. However, no matter what is the Mangalsutra design, the holiness of this resplendent ornament cannot be taken away.

Herein we will look through some beatific Mangalsutra designs popular across different cultures:

While in Tamil Nadu it is popular as that, in Kerala Short Mangalsutra designs are called 'Minnu' by Christians and 'Thali' by Hindus. Some of the latest Mangalsutra design comprises of pendants with symbols of Shivlinga or leaf depending upon the beliefs the family holds.

In Karnataka, they are known as 'Karthamani' or 'Pathak'. A Pathak is a golden coin that includes the image of Lakshmi and cobra that stands for prosperity and fertility. This is attached to small round rubies studded at the end of the circumference.

In the case of Biharis and Sindhis, the Mangalsutra design comprises of black and golden beads studded together. While there is not much change with other cultures, in case of Maharashtra brides it comprises of black beads with two round vatis that symbolize Shakti and shiva.

How to choose a Mangalsutra?

Along with being a symbol for the holy unity between a man and women, nowadays one is seen adorning Mangalsutra new designs which match the style of the wearer.

  • Size – you can choose the size of pendant and length according to the latest new mangalsutra designs in either long mangalsutra or short managalsutra design

Design – you can also order mangalsutra online in different metals like diamond mangalsutra designs with varied pendants and shapes.

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