Beads Jewellery Guide

Beads jewellery is one of the oldest forms of human adornment — and in India, bead necklaces hold special cultural, religious and aesthetic significance. From sacred black bead malas to vibrant coloured Onex bead necklaces, beads jewellery is as diverse as India itself.

Types of Beads Used in Indian Jewellery

Onex Beads — Smooth, glossy beads made from a glass or resin material in deep jewel tones — burgundy, navy, forest green, mustard and more. A staple of traditional South Indian bead malas.

Monalisa Beads — Faceted glass beads with brilliant reflective surfaces that catch the light beautifully. Available in a wide spectrum of colours — popular for festive and bridal bead necklaces.

Crystal Beads — High-quality glass crystal beads with exceptional sparkle. Used in premium bead necklaces and malas.

Pearl Beads — Faux or shell pearl beads in white, cream, blush and rose gold. Elegant and timeless — appropriate for all occasions from daily wear to weddings.

Pumpkin (Sugar) Beads — Large, distinctive faceted beads shaped like a pumpkin or sugar crystal. Very popular in South Indian wedding malas — the 5-line and 7-line Sugar Bead Malas are iconic bridal accessories.

Gold Balls — Small gold-finish spherical beads interspersed with coloured beads to add a traditional gold touch to bead necklaces.

Popular Bead Necklace Styles at Gehna For You

Single Line Bead Mala — A simple single strand of beads. The most versatile and wearable style — suitable for daily ethnic wear.

Multi-Line Bead Mala (3, 5, 7 lines) — Multiple strands of beads worn together. The more strands, the more festive and elaborate the look. 5-line and 7-line Sugar Bead Malas are popular for weddings and half-saree functions.

Bead Choker — A short, tight bead necklace sitting at the base of the neck. Vibrant and youthful — great for festive occasions.

Beads with Gold Pendant — A bead mala with a decorative gold-finish Laxmi or floral pendant in the centre.

How to Style Beads Jewellery

South Indian Wedding: A 5-line or 7-line Sugar Bead Mala in the traditional colour matching the bride's saree is a staple of Telugu and Kannada bridal jewellery.

Navratri: Match your bead necklace colour to the Navratri colour of the day — a red Onex mala on red day, a green Monalisa mala on green day.

Daily Ethnic Wear: A single-line bead mala or small bead pendant is lightweight and comfortable for daily wear with sarees or salwar suits.

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