Nose rings have been an age-old accessory adorning women’s faces across cultures and continents. From traditional gold nose rings to modern-day studs, nose rings have come a long way. Nose rings, also known as nath or nathni, and nose pins have been popular in India since ancient times. The nose ring, as the name suggests, is ring-shaped and is a small hoop worn close to the nose, although brides wear a much larger nose ring. Small or large, studs or hoops, they serve a singular purpose, and that is to add beauty and glamour to your face. North Indians favour the left nostril, while the South Indians wear theirs on the right nostril. However, some wear them on both sides and change them at will to match their mood or the occasion.
Daily wear nose rings.
It usually starts with a nose piercing. And once it is done, you rarely leave it unadorned. So you pick up your first nose decoration with a small stud, in gold with or without diamonds or gemstones. You don’t even think about it unless you are invited to a big shindig. The daily wear nose rings run the gamut, from the simple Adriti Gold Nose Pin to the Keya Dazzle Diamond Nose Pin. You can also wear a Soha Diamond Nose Ring if you prefer the ring style.
Nose rings for a special occasion.
Is the festival season bringing your special nose rings out of the jewellery box? Or is it your birthday or anniversary, and you want to wear something grand? The Eldwine Diamond Nose Pin will be the right choice. With six diamonds set in yellow gold, this nose pin will brighten your day. Nose pins in rose gold will make a statement, too, with the rosy hue of gold adding allure. The Charu Diamond Nose Ring is an excellent example of a special occasion nose ring.
Nose rings with a gemstone.
Some of us like our jewellery to have colour along with a tiny diamond or two! And a nose pin like the Anjana Bloom Gemstone Nose Pin with four diamonds and synthetic ruby in the centre brings an interesting element to the design. If you like to wear a slightly larger nose pin, you ought to look at the Kavya Gemstone Nose Pin, in yellow gold and with pear-shaped synthetic sapphire.
Detachable Gemstone Nose Pin
Did you know you can wear detachable nose pins? It is a very clever design crafted for women who like to wear nose pins that match their outfits or who merely like to change colours. Take a look at the Gauhar Detachable Gemstone Nose Pin, and the Adhira Detachable Diamond Nose Pin. What makes it interesting is that the diamond can be separated from its colourful background. You may want to wear the diamond alone or add the Gauhar or Adhira and add green and red, respectively.
Solitaires in your nose pin
Can’t really stay away from solitaires, can we? We must have at least one in our nose ring collection. The Aria Solitaire Nose Pin sings that brilliant solo note and leaves you spellbound when set in white gold. The beauty of solitaire is that it will shine regardless of the metal, like the Solitaire Delight Diamond Nose Pin in yellow gold.
Nose rings in silver
Certain occasions or outfits call for silver jewellery. Or, we prefer silver to gold. What’s more to the point is silver nose rings are available in as many designs as their gold counterparts. Some have a touch of antiquity in their style, like the Antique Didas Holiday Nose Pin in oxidised matt silver. You may also find the Diana Barry Nose Pin appealing. And if you like to take out your Nathni to wear, you have the Phulwadi work, with lapis, synthetic ruby accents, and floral motifs in the nathni.
While we discuss the different nose pin designs, we will also mention the difference between screw backs and corkscrew back. Screw backs tend to be slightly thicker through the stem. On the other hand, the corkscrew is more like a wire that slips through the piercing but needs a little twist at the back end for the pin to sit flush against the nose. It is more a matter of preference, and it is easy to become used to either. The focus is on convenience, and the light shines more on the stud or ring part of the jewellery.
One of the best things about nose pins is that you can keep adding to your collection without feeling the pinch. And their affordability makes it easier to change your look often, keeping it fresh and chic. Start your collection today by stepping into CaratLane.
