There was a time when silver jewellery was strictly the domain of the artsy set and hipsters. Once a mainstream no-go, it has since been elevated to top-drawer status for weddings, festivities and everything else in between. Bollywood celebrities too have played their part in reviving silver jewellery’s popularity—Sonam Kapoor Ahuja is often spotted in maximalist layered pieces, which she teams with double denim, maxi dresses and even saris. The likes of Alia Bhatt and Aditi Rao Hydari favour it for their contemporary Indian wear while Janhvi Kapoor rounds off her kurta sets with silver earrings.

Looking to add a touch of silver bling to your wardrobe for the upcoming wave of destination weddings and card parties? We narrow down the search for you. Scroll ahead for the jewellery brands you need to check out.

Lara Morakhia

The doctor-turned-designer’s singular aesthetic bestowed her with instant renown when she launched her label in February last year. Morakhia’s namesake brand is all about handmade one-of-their-kind pieces that combine vintage silver and antique jewellery with gold, jadau, kundan, precious stones, and collectible natural materials like animal tusks, bones and batik bone beads to create up cycled wearable art.

Ritika Sachdeva

The conceptual jewellery designer presents a renewed view of old-world charm with her designs, which seamlessly fit into a modern setting. The use of coloured thread tassels and mirrors gives her silver pieces a neo-indigenous vibe, perfect for urban wardrobes. Cases in point? Her signature chandbaalis and layered pendants that have been seen on celebrities like Deepika Padukone, Katrina Kaif, Shraddha Kapoor and Kajol.

Vithaldas Sheetal Zaveri

The brand digs into archival sources for their vintage-inspired silver jewellery. Zaveri juxtaposes statement motifs, often inspired by flora and fauna, into her unconventional settings to create pieces that are as timeless as they are contemporary.

Sangeeta Boochra 

From Jaipur-based legacy brand Silver Centre comes Sangeeta Boochra’s eponymous label, and it has quickly become Bollywood’s go-to. Think Bhatt, Kriti Sanon, Kiara Advani and Shilpa Shetty Kundra, among others. The designs—featuring Indian craftsmanship with a modern mindset—are inspired by Rajasthan and Gujarat, and have elements from Assam, where Boochra grew up.

Tar Studio 

This Mumbai-based boutique jewellery label combines contemporary designs with a classic sensibility. Yesteryear elegance is at the heart of the label’s creations (they make limited pieces of every design), which often see silver combined with semi-precious stones, beads and gold accents.

Sukanya Pasi

The Ahmedabad-based designer thrives on a ‘less is more’ philosophy. Her minimalistic pieces—including micro studs, hair clips and geometric rings—will complement your contemporary festive wear. Pasi also collaborated with Dhruv Singh for a collection that marries metal accessories with ajrakh fabric and wooden accents for a unique take on silver jewels.

Apala by Sumit 

The label shuns an old-world take on silver baubles by adding a contemporary update to every design. The brand’s pieces have their roots in Indian tradition but are edgy, further enhanced with tribal elements. These will go well with your saris and white shirts alike.

Silverline Jewellery

Nostalgia is a mainstay of the brand’s designs, and a mix of the old with the new is evident in their sensibility. Their latest collection, for instance, brings back styles like hasli-inspired stacking-friendly bangles and ghungroo-embellished anklets. Every piece is statement-making, but versatile enough to be worn in myriad ways.

Firdaus by Akshita

Contemporary art and architecture are the starting points for Akshita Arora, whose pieces stand out for their attention to detail. The overall mood is ‘more is more’, with designs that will be a natural addition to a maximalist wardrobe. The pieces lend themselves well to mixing-and-matching, so pile them on for the next festive soiree on your calendar.