प्राचीन काल से ही स्त्रियों को घर-परिवार की मान-प्रतिष्ठा का केंद्र माना
जाता है। इसी वजह से शास्त्रों के अनुसार घर की स्त्रियों को पूर्ण
साज-सज्जा के साथ रहना चाहिए ऐसा नियम बताया गया है। ताकि घर की
मान-प्रतिष्ठा बनी रहे। स्त्रियों को अनिवार्य रूप से प्रतिदिन 16 शृंगार
करना चाहिए, जानिए इन सोलह शृंगार में क्या-क्या शामिल किया जाता है.
List of 16 = solah Shringar of young woman
Bindi
The
first shringar of the bride, bindi has a strong religious implication
and is a sacred symbol of a married woman. To make the bindi look utmost
attractive, you can even decorate it with red and white dots around it
and along the eyebrows.
Sindoor
A sacred
symbol of suhaag, sindoor or vermillion is applied on the center parting
of the hair and is a part of the shringar of a married woman.
Maangteeka
A hair accessory, Maangtika is worn on the central parting of the hair of the bride. It is mostly made out of gold.
Anjana
Kajal
or kohl is one of the most popular solah shringar. It is basically
applied on the edges of the upper and lower eyelids, enhancing the
bride's eyes and making it attractive and appealing.
Nath
Nath
or the nose ring completes the look of the bride, making her look
traditional and ethnic. Made of gold, it is generally worn on the left
nostril and is supported by a gold chain, which extends just behind left
ear.
Haar
After the face, next comes the
neck of the bride. It is adored with beautiful haar or necklace, which
is usually made of gold and embellished with diamonds, pearls or stones.
Karn Phool
Ear
rings or karn phool adorn the ear of the bride. Mostly, the ear ring
flaunted by the bride is made out of gold and is extremely beautiful and
heavy.
Mehendi
Mehndi signifies the essence
of love in wedlock and is essentially applied on the hands and feet of
the bride, to strengthen that bond of love. It is one of the most
special pre-wedding rituals in India.
Choodiyan
Bangles
or choodiyan adore the wrist of the bride and are usally made of glass,
laakh or gold. Conventionally, brides adore their wrist with red
bangles.
Baajuband
Baajuband or more
popularly known as armlets are worn on the upper arms of the bride and
are similar to bangles in their appearance. Mughal, Rajasthani or
Jaipuri are the most popular designs of baajuband.
Aarsi
The
fingers of the bride are adored with exotic rings. Aarsi is the thumb
ring which the bride wears. It mostly has mirror embedded on it and
enable the bride to have a glimpse of herself as well as her
life-partner
Keshapasharachana
Apart from
the make-up, hair style plays an imperative role in determining the look
of the bride. Mostly, the hair is tied in the braid style, with hair
accessories and flowers accentuating the look.
Kamarband
Kamarband
is a waist band that is tied on the waist line of the bride. Made up of
gold, it is embellished with stones, diamonds and precious gems and is
beautifully designed.
Payal & Bichuas
Made
up of silver, it is a thick chain that is tied on the ankle and is
adored with tiny bells that make enticing sound. Bichuas or toe rings
are similar to rings worn in the fingers of the hand, but are worn in
the fingers of each foot.
Itar
Itar is a
special fragrance that is applied on to the bride. It emits a special
aroma and that helps the bride stay fresh despite the long elaborate
rituals performed.
Bridal Dress
Made in
bright bridal colors, such as red, maroon, gold or green, bridal dress
comprises of saree, lehenga and salwar kurta. It truly brings out the
eternal beauty of the bride.
