A Guide to Traditional Bengali Bridal Ornaments
Learn the names and history behind iconic Bengali wedding jewellery like Sita Har, Lahari, Tikli, and Sankha Pola.
The Regal Sita Har
The Sita Har is a long, intricately carved necklace that extends down to the waist. It historically features royal motifs like peacocks, flowers, or filigree gold work. In modern weddings, a gold-plated Sita Har is paired with a shorter choker to create a rich, layered look.
Sankha and Pola: Symbols of Matrimony
Sankha (white conch shell bangles) and Pola (red coral bangles) are worn by married Bengali women. Today, gold-plated wire covers and floral borders are crafted onto Sankha Pola bangles, making them beautiful, ornate additions to the bridal wrist.
Tikli and Kaas: Face and Ear Ornaments
A Bengali bride's look is incomplete without a Tikli (a maang tikka that rests on the forehead) and Kaas (intricate ear cuffs shaped like leaves or butterfly wings). These pieces frame the face, adding a regal, royal charm to the bride's wedding portrait.