Blue, hanging earrings from the Minakari collection

• 80% gold-plated silver, 10% enamel, 10% kundan glass
• Earring dimensions approx. 0.5 cm x 1 cm

Minakari – India Painted in Silver

The richest elements of the minakari tradition were often invisible, because in India, true beauty matures in silence, not for display. Therefore, in this collection, you decide which side you show the world and which you keep to yourself. The jewelry, created in Rajasthan using the technique of enameling engraved silver, has two faces: one is always visible to the world, the other can remain only for you. You can turn around and reveal what is intimate, almost secret, depending on your mood, day, situation, or level of courage. You decide what you want to show off.

Gold-Plated Kundan Glass Stud Earrings with Colored Enamel – 2 in 1

The earrings consist of two elements: round rosettes, to which the studs are attached, and ornate pendants. The center of the rosette is gold, and hand-painted indigo patterns, resembling flower petals, spread out to the edges. A decorative pendant is attached to the rosette, centered on a kundan glass – a glass stone set in gold-plated silver. The kundan glass in this pair of earrings has an intense blue color and a faceted surface that reflects light. The edges of the pendant are decorated with minakari, a mineral enamel in shades of green and blue, applied in layers and fired in a kiln. The earrings can be worn in two versions: shorter or longer. If you want delicate stud earrings, simply remove the dangling charms.

How is minakari made?

Minakari is a traditional technique of decorating metal with colored enamel, originating in ancient Persia. Its name combines the words "mina" (sky) and "kari" (work), creating a poetic expression for "working in the color of the sky." The process of creating minakari is complex and requires precision. First, the metal surface is engraved, creating an intricate pattern. Then, mineral glazes are applied and repeatedly fired in a kiln at high temperatures. Each color requires a separate firing stage, making this technique based on the application of successive layers. This creates subtle color transitions beneath the surface of the ornaments, giving the decorations depth and a unique lightness. The colors change with the light and viewing angle, giving them a lifelike appearance. You can find more about the designer's trip to India and the secrets of minakari in the "Crafts of the World" section.

How to style colorful minakari jewelry?

Earrings from the Minakari collection can be worn on their own or paired with delicate necklaces and bracelets from this collection, creating a cohesive, colorful set. Jewelry with colorful enamel works well with casual outfits with linen shirts and jeans. It looks especially beautiful against solid-color fabrics in shades of white, ecru, navy blue, or bottle green, which allow the richness of the colors to be highlighted. If you're a fan of colorful jewelry, you'll find something for yourself here. Asymmetrical green-and-blue earrings, a necklace with a decorative, double-sided pendant, or a wide band with colorful patterns will add color to many outfits. Feel free to combine Minakari earrings with patterns from other collections—a wide, multicolored bracelet from the Guatemala collection or a Maris necklace on a string of blue stones. Earrings with blue embellishments also work great as a colorful accent to complement the gold-plated jewelry you already have in your jewelry box.