Spotted: Unique 'Kalira' details we love
BY The WMG Bride | 06 May, 2015 | 6444 views | 2 min read
While the twitter sphere gets divided amongst the "Pray for Salman" and the "He deserves it" variety, we were busy browsing through our gallery when we came across some unique details we absolutely love. One of these details - are the kaleeras that North Indian brides wear . While legend has it that these signify good luck charms , the more fun ritual is that the girl on whose head the kalira falls (when the bride shakes them over her head) gets married next
Traditional Lotan Kalire
Photography: PhotoZapki
These traditional kalire, are available only in the narrow streets of Patiala or Amritsar. They are called 'Lotan' Kalire and have threads hanging from inside the golden caps. Kalira with Shells and BallsFrom the wedding: Stunning Chandigarh wedding
This bride has chunky, golden balls interspersed with shells and definitely one of the more unique ones we saw Pom pom detailsFrom the wedding: Elegant peach wedding
Nimrata's kalire were possibly our favourite ! Different colored pom poms in pastel colors were attached to two silver discs. These can be made by any boutique /tailor Kalira with emotional attachmentsFrom the wedding: Destination wedding with thoughtful details
Jasmine incorporated her late grandfathers photograph in her kalire so he could walk her down the aisle The jewelled onesPhoto credit: Pinterest
For the girls who like some bling- shimmery, jewel encrusted Kalire are pretty much readily available these days.
Found some other rather unique ones? We have also spotted ones with dried flowers and feathers and in some religions even coconuts ! Let us know your thoughts below.