Bridal Headpieces All Over the World

In India, it is common to find brides covered from head to foot with accessories made from yellow or white gold, silver, platinum, diamond and a variety of precious gems and stones. There are at least two types of headpieces used in Indian weddings. One is the Shingar Patti. It resembles much like an elaborate circlet, decorating the forehead as well as the sides of the head along the hairline. The Maang Tikka is another type of headpiece, used in conjunction with the Shingar Patti.In many modern weddings, the bride outfit is not considered complete without a tiara being worn. Although tiaras and other bridal headpieces are more commonly associated with Western weddings, there are numerous other societies and cultures which have traditionally utilized these decorative accessories.Indian weddings are steeped in history and tradition. Weddings inspired by Indian traditions are also considered some of the most colorful and elaborately decorated, distinguished by wearing a variety of jeweled pieces.