Jhumkas are the bell-shaped earrings of South Asian jewellery — a domed bell that moves when you do, usually finished with a stud top and a fringe of pearls or beads. They are the earring most brides reach for first, and the one most often worn with lehengas, sarees and shararas. Every pair here is gold-plated: the gold look, not solid gold, which keeps them light enough to wear all day and priced for real life.

Styles

Kundan jhumkas — uncut stones set in gold-plated foil, the bridal classic. They pair with kundan necklace sets and bridal choora, and they photograph beautifully. Pearl jhumkas — soft, white, and the easiest to wear with anything, from a wedding lehenga to a simple kurta. Oxidised jhumkas — darkened silver-tone metal with an antique finish, best with cotton, handloom and boho looks. Gold-plated jhumkas — the everyday version of the bridal style: the same bell shape in lighter metals, made for festivals, family functions and evenings out. If you are building a full look, start with the necklace set and match the earrings to it, not the other way around.

How to choose

Match the earring to the outfit first, then the occasion. Heavy kundan jhumkas suit bridal lehengas and deep necklines; pearl jhumkas suit pastels and daytime events; oxidised jhumkas suit printed and handloom fabrics. Face shape helps too: longer jhumkas lengthen a round face, while smaller stud-topped bells suit a longer face. If you are stuck, the Match My Outfit quiz will match earrings to your outfit in a minute.

Weight and comfort

Jhumkas have a reputation for being heavy, and they can be. Ours are made to be worn for a full wedding day: hollow bells, balanced drops and secure backs. If a pair feels heavy in the first minute, it will not get lighter — choose the smaller bell or the pearl version instead.

Care

Gold plating lasts longest when it stays dry. Put your jhumkas on last, after perfume and hairspray, and store them in the box they came in — not loose in a drawer, where the bells tangle and the plating scratches. Wipe them with a soft dry cloth after wearing. Do not dip them in water or jewellery cleaner.

Shipping

Every pair ships free in Canada and the USA, no minimums, and we ship from Canada — so a GTA order arrives in days, not the two weeks an overseas order takes. Ordering for a wedding? Order two weeks ahead and you will have time to try them with the outfit.