Padma Temple Drop Earrings

Meet Padma, a pair of temple-inspired drop earrings that feel like heirloom jewellery pulled from a grandmother's trunk, reworked for today. They're made for Diwali pujas, wedding functions and festive dinners, and they suit a silk saree as well as a simple ivory kurta. These gold statement earrings for women carry a rich, traditional feel without the heavy weight.

The Design

A domed gold stud leads into an embossed square plaque with a raised lotus motif and a zigzag border. Below it hangs a cluster of natural stone beads in ruby red, emerald green and sapphire blue, mixed with a ribbed gold spiral bead and a tiny fluted bell. They're crafted in stainless steel with 18K gold PVD plating, so these anti-tarnish gold drop earrings keep their antique glow.

• Material: Stainless steel with 18K gold PVD plating
• Stones: Natural stone beads (red, green, blue)
• Length: 84 mm (3.31 in)
• Bead cluster: 22 mm
• Weight: 16.5 g (pair)
• Closure: Stud back
• Finish: Anti-tarnish, antique-look gold

Styling Tip: Wear Padma with hair slicked back or in a low bun so the full drop shows. They pair beautifully with jewel-toned silks, or can be dressed down with a crisp linen shirt.