Sirini Antique Polish Pink Polki Bridal Passa

The Sirini Antique Polish Pink Polki Bridal Passa is a passa (jhoomar): a fanned ornament of pink stones that hooks into the hair above one ear and hangs past the temple, one of the older pieces in North Indian and Hyderabadi bridal dressing.

Handcrafted in Sirini’s own workshop in Santacruz West, Mumbai — every stone is hand-set over a reflective foil in the Kundan technique.

Details

• Materials: a darkened antique-gold finish, with hand-set Kundan and polki stones — fashion and imitation jewellery, not solid gold, diamonds or precious stones
• Made in: Sirini’s workshop, Santacruz West, Mumbai
• Fit: hook-and-pin fastening, worn on one side of the head
• Best for: the wedding day, reception and sangeet

How to wear it

Wear the hair up or in a low bun so the hook holds. Balance it with a chandbali or a plain jhumka on the same side, not a second large piece.

Care

Moisture is what dulls the plating and the foil behind the stones — put the piece on last, take it off first, and wipe it only with a dry soft cloth. The fanned tips catch on hair and fabric — handle it gently. Store it flat in its own pouch. Plating and polish are covered by a 1-year warranty.