Did you notice that bangles trend is huge right now? Let’s check out with Grammy Awards 2012 red carpet, when fourteen times Grammy Winner Fergie stepping out from her limo and took unique style with her, Fergie caught the attention of fashions favorite critiques and the camera from a mile away. Known for her innovative set displays and costumes, Fergie took her unique style to the 2012 Grammy Award Red Carpet. Dressed in an orange sheer Jean Paul Gaulitier Haute Couture gown, her thick gold bangle and large gold hoops also complemented the dress wonderfully. This controversial styling decision was a huge success for fashion icon Fergie, and if she wears something trendy then it’s bound to be a hit. So now you know bangle is so in.
Everyone who loves fashion know that bangle is the key to complete the outfit but how much do they know about the social and cultural significant of these accessories? In India, bangles are not only a piece of accessories but are part of traditional Indian jewelry. For Indian women, the tradition of bangle wearing dates back to ancient times. Bangles are worn not only to enhance a woman’s beauty, but also to signify a woman’s social position. Different types of bangles and colors represent whether she is married, single, or a widower. In some area, when a woman is married it is customary for her to receive and wear white shell and red-colored bangles because white bangles are symbolic ofnew beginning and red bangle are symbolic of energy. Other colors also have meaning too, yellow signifies happiness, blue signifies tranquility, and green signifies happiness. Since bangles are often seen as a symbol of auspiciousness, it isn’t surprising that most Indian women own a variety of colorful bangles to match each outfit.
Now that you know a bit of the history and cultural aspect behind wearing bangles, you can take pride in wearing a few of your own. When you look at the bangles these days, styles of fashion bangles are vary. Some just round in shape while some of the modern styles are square shaped. You may look for the style, color and shape that you see lovely around your wrist. Whether you’re just wearing them for fun or for a symbolic meaning, bangles will add a unique touch to any outfit. No matter if your look is casual or dressed up, anytime is a great time to let loose and dangle your bangles.
