Since the 16th century, we have seen nose rings in many art forms, including paintings, miniatures, and sculptures. Truth be told, nose rings have been in existence since well before the 16th century. Earlier records of nose piercing show that these practices come from indigenous cultures of Australia, South and Central America, Central Asia, and the Middle East.
Furthermore, in our country, it is a symbolic element of our style, one that has been passed on for generations now. Getting a nose pierced is a moment every girl dreams of, as important as getting your ears pierced. It signifies growing up, of crossing over to the other side of girlhood. It is beautiful and surrenders the beauty of a woman’s face.
Nose pins are a form of personal expression, a creative flair, or a reflection of family tradition.
Where to pierce and when?
While nose piercings are becoming common among women, men have also made a statement with nose studs or rings. Among women, it has been a reflection of their origins. For instance, women from South India pierce their right nostril, and those from the North, West, and Central India go for the left nostril. Some get both sides pierced and wear different designs on each. Some women have their septum pierced and wear a glittering jewel that drops down from the centre of the nose.
Age makes a difference, too. In many parts of India, young girls get their noses pierced as a sign of coming of age when they move from children to young adults. Some women wait a little longer and have theirs pierced as a style statement. With the creativity shown in jewellery designs, it is hard to resist getting a nose piercing just to acquire a beautiful jewel to wear. That is a true testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of jewellery makers in India.
Types of nose rings
Nosepins, like other forms of jewellery, is a much stronger reflection of one’s personal style. There are different types of nose rings designed for the true connoisseur of unique jewellery.
With nose rings that come in different shapes, you are sure to find the one that will suit the shape of your face. Women with a round face would best choose a shape that adds length to make it less round. Those with an angular face can choose a design that will soften the sharp contours. Some nose rings are designed to get more attention making a perfect choice to tone down sharp, long, or rounded features. An experienced jeweller will be able to guide your choice so you can wear it well and pick a style that suits your personality.
Traditional designs
Traditional nose rings are classic for a reason. They may be pure gold or a diamond solitaire like the Devanshi Solitaire nose pin. They may also come in the shape of a lotus or a swan embedded with small diamonds or pearls. These nose studs never go out of style. If you want to go the classic route, these are the nose studs for you.
Modern designs
The modern professional woman likes to adorn her nose for no reason but to declare her sense of style. She is bound to choose contemporary and trending designs that she can change to suit her outfit. The Classic Seven stone Diamond nose pin from CaratLane is a fine example of stylish jewellery for the busy woman with little time to push the stem through the piercing and secure it with a screw.
Bulaks for the septum pierced women
Bulaks go well with traditional and modern women. You will find women in some Himalayan states wearing bulaks. And, it has been made famous by musicians and actors in Hollywood, such as Rihanna and Willow Smith. It goes through the septum piercing and hangs down towards the Cupid’s bow.
Nose rings for special occasions
Naturally, you would want something special for weddings or sangeets, and ceremonies such as Pujas, and for festivals. The nose rings for these occasions are typically more elaborate in design and may be larger than the ones you wear daily. They come with hoops decorated with small diamonds or other gems adorning the chain that can be hooked to your hair. The Lekha Diamond Nose ring and the Kalindi Diamond nose ring or Nathani are elaborate nose rings for a dramatic statement on special occasions.
Nose rings and studs range from classic styles to playful shapes and designs, and you can find styles uniquely suited to your taste. CaratLane has jewellery for the traditional, contemporary, and every day finery. These are nose pins you can go to sleep in. Because of their lightweight yet strong nature, you can wear them all day long. Whatever style you desire, your nose pins will let you be who you are and elevate your personality!
