Bangles are intricate ornaments worn in the hands and wrists. Bangles are mostly by women. Modern men, however, may also choose to wear these on occasions.
Armlets are typically circular in shape. The major difference between the bangle and the bracelet is that, the bangle is not flexible.
Some bangles have precious gems in them and they
themselves are made from gold usually. However, these
days, the idea of fashionable bangles has acquired
a meaning that is so different from what was in vogue
many years ago.
Bangles are an integral part of traditional Indian jewelry. In India, bangles are usually worn in even numbers, one each or two each arm. And so on.
They are made from a variety of materials. Sometimes, precious metals are used. At others, glass, aluminum and other materials are used in making bangles. |