Monday, February 1, 2010

Terracotta Jewelry Collection at Aavaranaa Boutique

This February, Aavaranaa has on display a select collection of hand made ethnic terracotta jewelry. Terracotta is an Italian word that literally means cooked earth – the material is hard red earthenware – and is commonly used for orna
ments like necklaces, bracelets, pendants, and chokers.The collection at Aavaranaa comes in the form of various Gods and Goddesses, birds and also in abstract and geometrical shapes that are designed in a style that will enhance the look and feel of any traditional sarees and modern outfits.

On display are traditional designs of pendants shaped in the form of various exotic birds like the peacock and of religious deities like lord Ganesha that help create a clam, elegant and peaceful appearance on anyone who adorns them. For the more contemporary style, also available are jewelry designed in abstract and geometrical shapes of various sizes. The uniqueness of terracotta jewelry lies in the fact that it can be created in innumerous ways.

Aavaranaa Boutique’s collections of uniquely designed, handcrafted organic terracotta jewelry are rare and visually eye catching. This collection come in various colors like pink, red, rust, green or gray creating a rustic appeal. The jewelry is hand painted to give an additional appeal to match ethnic clothing. Terracotta tradition is a proud heritage from ancient India and offers an aesthetic and functional alternative to artificial jewelry besides being eco-friendly. Priced from Rs.700/- onwards this collection is all set to entice customers into the world of terracotta!

Forming great accessories, terracotta jewelry with their unique designs go well with all ethnic garments and can be worn on all occasions. Terracotta jewelry can add a lot of class, is very chic and sets one apart from those donning more traditional wear. Terracotta jewelry makes for an exotic dressing style when worn with traditional wear.

A few more pictures of models donning the jewelry...