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Why mens jewelry is becoming the next big thing in Indian lifestyle

By Kajal Sharma - 03 Jul 2026 04:48 PM

For many years, religious symbols, wedding accessories, family heirlooms, and the occasional gold chain were all connected to men's jewelry in India. That story is evolving quickly in the modern era. Indian men are increasingly accepting jewelry as a representation of their individuality rather than just tradition, from diamond bracelets and signet rings to gemstone pendants and common chains. Reports from Indiamarket The category is evolving from ceremonial dress to everyday style because to shifting fashion sensibilities, greater disposable incomes, celebrity influence, and an expanding culture of self-expression. In response, companies are releasing new collections, lifestyle-focused advertising campaigns, and goods made especially for the contemporary male consumer.Men's jewelry in India used to mostly consist of wedding bands, family heirlooms, or plain gold chains. However, a famous wedding this year altered the discourse. Actor Vijay Deverakonda created a lot of talk on social media and in fashion circles when he wore ornate temple jewelry, layered gold necklaces, ear studs, cuffs, and regal decorations for his wedding.

The groom's jewelry started to receive as much attention as the bride's, indicating a major cultural shift in Indian men's perceptions of jewelry as an extension of personal style rather than just a custom. More men were adopting rings, bracelets, chains, diamonds, and colored gemstones as everyday fashion statements rather than accessories for special occasions, which was a reflection of a larger tendency already in progress.Leaders in the industry, such as Shantiswarup Panda, Head of Marketing & Visual Merchandising at Indriya; Prerna Khurana, Director, Khurana Jewellery House; Aditi Daga, Co-Founder, Angara, Candere Lifestyle Jewellery; and De Beers Group, discuss the current state of the Indian men's jewellery market and its future prospects. From tradition to self-expression: The modern Indian guy is buying jewels for himself The shift from occasion-led purchases to self-buying is one of the largest changes in the industry.

Jewelry is becoming more and more of a personal statement and a daily fashion piece."We've seen a clear shift from occasion-led buying to self-led buying," says Prerna Khurana, Director of Khurana Jewellery House, but acknowledging that the purchasing mindset itself has changed. In the past, males usually bought jewelry for gifts, weddings, and family customs. Nowadays, a lot of people choose items for themselves, paying close attention to personal style. Diamond bands, bracelets, signet rings, chains, and personalized jewelry that matches both Indian and Western outfits are in greater demand, she claims.

 

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