Sirini Kundan And Ruby Meenakari Sheeshphool

The Sirini Kundan And Ruby Meenakari Sheeshphool is a sheesh patti: a flat strip set with ruby-red stones that lies along the parting, hooked into the hair on both sides, with a small pendant dropping onto the forehead.

Built in Sirini’s own Mumbai workshop — the stones are set by hand and the finish worked in afterwards.

Details

• Materials: 18-22K gold plating over a brass base, 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: hooks into the hair on both sides of the parting
• Best for: weddings, festivals and family functions

How to wear it

Part the hair cleanly down the centre and hook the ends into the hair on each side. It replaces the maang tikka — add small jhumkis and a close choker.

Care

Keep it away from water, perfume and sweat — put the piece on last, take it off first, and wipe it only with a dry soft cloth. The forehead pendant scratches if it rubs — pouch it separately. Store it flat in its own pouch. Plating and polish are covered by a 1-year warranty.