11+ Trendy Payal Designs For Brides
Check out real brides who rocked the traditional bridal look with gorgeous anklets on their wedding day.
The history of the payal or an anklet goes back to the ancient Mesopotamians. A version of the ghungru – that gorgeous dancer’s accessory that heralds the arrival of a belle with the sound of tinkling bells – the payal is a lighter, easier ornament and essential to a bride’s shringaar.
The sound of the payal, as delicate as it is, is clear even amongst the beating of the dhol and the fireworks at the wedding. Indian culture suggests that the feet should be adorned with payal as a sign of a family’s devotion to their daughter. Centuries since they were first used, the payal has not lost its charm.
Here is a list of brides who rocked the traditional look with glorious anklets on their wedding day.
1. The nostalgic splendor of navratna
The traditional radiance of navratna or ‘nine gems’ is woven together in the delicate confluence of pearls and gold beads for a versatile design that is perfect for any outfit.
Photo Courtesy: Deep Joshi Gallery
2. The gilded glory of heritage
Embrace the beauty of heritage with this intricately carved gold temple jewellery payal against the rich sheen of your kanjeevarams.
Photo Courtesy: Shutterdown Photography
3. Doli Saja ke Rakhna
This beautiful meenakari depiction of a bride’s doli procession by RJS Company is the right mix of style and emotion!
Photo Courtesy: Raj RJ
4. Dance of the Peacock
How gorgeous is this unusual pearl payal with an intricately carved enamel peacock clasp?
Photo Courtesy: Shutterdown Photography
5. For the bride obsessed with chandbalis
This utterly unique meenakari payal pair by Purab Paschim made of chain-linked chandbalis is sure to top your must-have list!
Photo Courtesy: Morvi Images
6. The eternally decadent magic of Kundan
Sumptuously crafted in rich, burnished gold with three strands of kundan, this piece of art juxtaposes with the delicate grace of pearls for the undeniable regal bride.
Photo Courtesy: Morvi Images
7. Dainty ‘n’ Dazzling
This delicate shimmering number is the way to dress your feet up with a dazzling reception gown.
Photo Courtesy: Memoirz
8. Umrao Jaan for a day!
This decadently divine multilayered payal of gold beads connected sensually with statement toe-rings brings in the grandeur of erstwhile royal dancers.
Photo Courtesy: Monica Moghe Photography
9. Petite Polki
This delicately crafted design by RJS Company reimagines the grandeur of Polki jewellery for minimalist brides.
Photo Courtesy: RJS Company
10. Raja ki Aayegi Baraat
The whimsical wonder of this ornately crafted payal by Raabta by Rahul depicting the groom’s baraat (wedding procession) is a quirky yet tender celebration of this couple’s big day.
Photo Courtesy: Zohaib Ali Photography
11. Cluster of pearls
Rich hued jewels ensconced in a thick cluster of pearls add to the splendor of this bride’s exquisite henna.
12. Diamonds and a sea of love!
These intricately designed payals feature a gorgeous strap that connects to a delicate toe-ring. The perfect traditional touch for everyone especially the bohemian barefoot bride!
Picture Credits: Brown Rice Photography
13. A Princess Walks the Aisle
Heavily adorned with large green jewels, these payals have a gravitas that comes with royalty and opulence. They bring a sense of dramatic grandeur to every ensemble.
Picture Credits: Vinay Venugopal Photography, Roma Ganesh Photography
14. Light, bright and beautiful!
As delicate as sugar craft, these payals’ barely-there design make a clever impact with a suffusion of strings and whimsical design. Perfect for a fairy tale – at a wedding or whenever – they will cast a spell in the most elegant manner.
Picture Credits: Erich McVey
15. The magic of mogra in metal
Are they flowers? Are they jewellery? This exquisitely crafted pair of payals features layers of silver beads, suspended from a filigree ankle bracelet and have a whisper of tradition about them. If you can almost smell their perfume, it’s just a trick of your mind!
Picture Credits: The Wedding Story
16. Precious sunshine everywhere she goes
These payals are perfect for brides who desire simplicity and something lightweight but also want to look exquisite on their big day. It’s all about gold and classic crafting.
Picture Credits: Morvi Images
17. Mystery, magic and a myriad hues
With their heady mix of colored stones and generous metal, carved to perfection, these payals are a sensuous addition to any bride’s ensemble. That extended toe-ring chain is beautifully offset by the intricate henna.
Picture Credits: Romesh Dhamija Productions
18. Payals at your white wedding
The best part about being an Indian bride is that we have a whole world of influences to play with. And so what if you’re having a white wedding. You can turn up with henna on your feet (and hands!) and a pair of gorgeous diamond payals under your dress.
Picture Credits: The Cheesecake Project
19. Silver and Pearls for their precious girl!
It’s a very fine line – subtle opulence – and your family will love to celebrate your particular personality that blends pure luxury with confident understatedness via these silver and pearl payals.
Picture Credits: The DewDrop Project
20. She shall have music wherever she goes.
The payal remembers its history as a ghungroo and this delicate tinkling is a sound that will accompany your memories of your big day. So go for it! Make music as you walk the aisle.
Picture Credits: Z Molu Photography
21. Traditions to walk into…
The classic combination of tiny white beads paired with lustrous gold, make these payals a standard piece of jewellery that stand out with every ensemble.
Picture Credits: Sutra Snappers
22. Silver and Gold, a perfect story told
With delicate patterns of flowers and tiny beads, the four tiered payal is both elaborate and understated. An exemplar of simplicity and exclusivity, the mix of metals are interesting and it is the accessory for every fashion forward bride.
Picture Credits: Oragraphy
