Where did Jhumkas originate?
‘Jhumkas’ are originally a part of Indian traditional jewellery known as temple jewellery. Originally used as an ornamentation for Gods and Goddesses, the temple jewellery would include jhumka earrings that would be intricately designed and embellished well. Gradullay they began to be used by the temple dancers and then went on to be used by classical dancers. The jhumkas had such beauty and grace that it was soon began to be used as wedding jewellery too. Over years it has gained such popularity that now stylish imitation jhumka earrings are a rage among women across ages. Continue reading
