What is Attrangi temple jewellery?
Kemp Katha is Attrangi's temple jewellery collection: handcrafted artificial (imitation) jewellery inspired by South Indian temple designs, made by our karigars in India. Attrangi is a women-founded Indian jewellery brand, making jewellery since 2017.
What is temple jewellery?
Temple jewellery is jewellery inspired by the gold ornaments on deities in South Indian temples, often with motifs of gods, goddesses and peacocks. It is the traditional choice for South Indian brides and for Bharatanatyam and classical dance.
What are kemp stones?
Kemp stones are deep red stones set in temple jewellery, traditionally used in South Indian bridal jewellery. They give temple jewellery its rich, red-and-gold look.
Types of temple jewellery in Kemp Katha
- Kemp kadas and bangles: antique gold wristwear set with red kemp stones.
- Temple choker necklaces: a choker in antique gold with kemp stones.
Which saree goes with temple jewellery?
Kanjeevaram and other silk sarees, for South Indian weddings, pujas and classical dance.
How to style temple jewellery
Pair a temple choker with matching kadas and a silk saree in red, green, mustard or maroon. Add jasmine flowers in the hair for a classic South Indian bridal look.
How to care for temple jewellery
Keep temple jewellery dry, wipe it with a dry soft cloth after wearing and store it in the Attrangi box. See the collection at an Attrangi boutique.
Temple jewellery in South Indian weddings
Temple jewellery is part of the classic Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayali bridal look, usually paired with a Kanjeevaram silk saree and jasmine flowers. The red kemp stones and antique gold finish are designed to look rich against silk.
