Jhumka Jhumki ~ Jewellery India

Jhumka Indian Chandelier Earrings

Jhumkas are an eternal favorite ageless design earrings that are in vogue since years for a gorgeous look that can harmonize with any occasion. Indian jewellery trousseau is incomplete without exquisite jhumkas.

Jhumkas or Jhumkis are striking and exotic very large size chandelier earrings in circular or conical dome/bell shape.The jhumka is designed in the form of a bell with a large golden drop found inside the outer cupola.The Jhumkas end in a lace like row of tiny golden droplets

Every region has a distinct design when it comes to jhumkas.Gold, silver, pearl or oxidised… you can get these in many options.Jhumkas may have either semi precious gemstone beads or fine gold tassels dangling from the edge.

There are so many Jhumka designs that shopping for the right pair of earrings can be mind-boggling. This earring buying guide is designed to help you sort through available options with confidence. Before you shop for Jhumkas let's review some of the latest designs of jhumkas available so you can get a better idea of where to start!

Gold Jhumkas:

Traditionally Jhumkas are made in yellow gold with intricate filigree design.

Filigree Gold Jhumka Earrings

They may be single or multi layered.

Indian Gold Jhumka Earrings

Three Layer Jhumka Earrings

Two Layer Jhumka Earrings

South Indian Jhumkas:

Traditional South Indian Jhumkas also known as Jhimkis or Bharatnatyam Jhumkas are studded with red kemp stones and are adorned with dangling tiny pearls instead of bells on the outer copula.South Indian Bharatnatyam Jhumkas always have ear chain called as Maattal,Matti or Kaan Chain that attached to earring and worn over the ear and fixed to the hair.

Bharatnatyam Jhumkas with long Ear Chain

Bharatnatyam Jhumkas with Mattal

South Indian Jhimki

South Indian Bharatnatyam Jhumka

Silver Jhumkas:

The Gujarati styled jhumka is very popular during navratri (the nine day festival), as they go well with ghagra-cholis. These are oxidised and conical-shaped instead of the usual semicircular variety. They give a daintier look to the wearer.

Oxidised Silver Jhumka

Meenakari Jhumkas:

Looking for something colourful? You must consider the beautiful Meenakari jhumkas from Jaipur,Rajasthan. These are enamelled jhumkas and usually have a peacock,floral or paisley design work.

Kundan Meenakari Jhumka

The best part about meenakari jhumkas is that you will always find a pair with the same colour combination to match your outfit. It's like they were made-to-order.

Another option is jhumkas with Kundan work. These are best in combination with gold.

Hoop Jhumkas:

Sometimes the Jhumkas are mixed with a hoop earring to give a unique look.

jhumka hoop earrings

There are even bangles with jhumkas all over the market and look great with formal outfits. Don't team these with jhumkas (earrings), or it will look too much!

Crystal Jhumka:

Crystal Jhumka earrings are suitable for teenage girls that don't like the classic yellow gold earrings. It gives a stylish modern look to the wearer.

Rhinestone Jhumka Earrings

Crystal Jhumka

Pearl Jhumkas:

Pearl Jhumkas from Hyderabad are famous.Pearl Jhumka earrings are the perfect accessory for todays woman searching for a classic, yet elegant piece. Pearl Jhumkas offer the rich look of traditional pearls with tones of modern designs and features.

Kashmiri Jhumkas:

Today's latest trend is a unique and elegant Indian traditional wedding jewelry Kashmiri Jhumka long earrings studded with high quality stones & pearls studded on an extra long chain. To wear these regal Kashmiri Jhumka Earrings, the extra long ear chain can be worn either behind your ear or can be pinned up in your hair or a bun with help of bobby pins. It is great for weddings, special occasions, parties, etc. It’s a unique design and when worn will definitely make you feel special and royal.