{"product_id":"ruby-white-pearl-chandbali-earrings","title":"Ruby White Pearl Chandbalis","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRuby White Pearl Chandbalis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA classic chandbali — the crescent-moon earring that anchors South Indian festive dressing. A crown of ruby-red and white stones sits above a green oval centre, the crescent below is set in alternating ruby-red and white stone work, and seven clusters of pearl beads fall from its lower edge in a graduated fringe. This is the pair to reach for when the occasion calls for traditional rather than minimal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this pair work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe crescent does the work.\u003c\/strong\u003e A chandbali reads as traditional before anyone looks closely, because the chaand shape is instantly recognisable across every South Indian wardrobe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement from the pearl fringe.\u003c\/strong\u003e Seven separate clusters swing independently, so the earring catches light with every turn of the head — which is what separates a festive earring from an everyday one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRuby-red and white together.\u003c\/strong\u003e The two-colour stone work is the kemp-style palette that sits naturally against red, maroon, mustard and cream silks without having to match exactly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA green accent, not a green theme.\u003c\/strong\u003e The single green oval at the crown lets the pair work alongside green-bead malas and deep green sarees without committing to green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to style it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWear your hair up or to one side.\u003c\/strong\u003e A chandbali with a pearl fringe is wasted behind loose hair. A low bun, a plait with gajra, or hair swept over one shoulder lets the full crescent show.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep the neckline clean.\u003c\/strong\u003e This pair is wide and busy, so it pairs best with a short choker, a thin chain, or no necklace at all. If you want a necklace, choose a close-fitting kante or attigai rather than a long haram that competes for the same space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest with silk.\u003c\/strong\u003e Kanjivaram, pattu and Banarasi sarees, a half-saree or langa voni, or a lehenga. The ruby-red reads beautifully against red, maroon, mustard, cream and deep green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWith a plain kurti or anarkali,\u003c\/strong\u003e let these be the only jewellery you wear — they carry a simple outfit on their own for a pooja or a Diwali evening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd a maang tikka\u003c\/strong\u003e only for a wedding. For Navratri or a house pooja, the earrings alone are enough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChandbali drop earrings, sold as a pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: gold tone with ruby-red, white and green stones, and cream pearl beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: stone-set crown with a green oval centre, crescent chandbali body in alternating ruby-red and white stones, and a graduated fringe of pearl bead clusters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost-and-back fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlease note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is premium imitation (fashion) jewellery. The red, green and white stones are decorative stones — they are not rubies, emeralds or diamonds, and are not sold as such. The pearls are pearl beads, not cultured or natural pearls. This is a standard finish, not an anti-tarnish or specially coated piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaring for it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut jewellery on last — after makeup, perfume and hairspray have fully dried — and take it off before bathing, exercise, swimming or sleeping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after each wear, and use a soft dry brush around the stone settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from perfume, deodorant, creams, water, hot water, detergent, household chemicals and prolonged sweat. Do not wash or soak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore flat in an airtight box so the pearl fringe does not tangle with other pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLift the pair by the top, not by the fringe — the drop clusters are the part that takes strain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a chandbali earring?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA chandbali is an earring built around a crescent-moon shape — \u003cem\u003echaand\u003c\/em\u003e means moon and \u003cem\u003ebali\u003c\/em\u003e means earring. It originated in Mughal-era jewellery and was absorbed into South Indian temple and festive jewellery, where it is now one of the most worn shapes for weddings, poojas and festivals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre chandbali earrings heavy to wear?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTraditional gold chandbalis can be. Imitation pairs like this one are considerably lighter because the body is hollow and the drops are beads rather than solid metal, which is why they are practical for a full day of functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should I wear chandbali earrings with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSilk sarees, half-sarees, lehengas and anarkalis. Keep the hair away from the ears and the neckline simple — either a short choker or nothing — so the crescent has room to be seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these suitable for Diwali, Dussehra and Navratri?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The ruby-red and white stone work with pearl drops is the standard festive palette across South India, and the chandbali shape suits pooja, Golu, Dandiya nights and Diwali visits equally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the red stones real rubies?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. They are decorative ruby-red stones in the kemp tradition. They are not rubies and are not sold as such — the same applies to the green and white stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the pearls real?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. They are pearl beads, not cultured or natural pearls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this jewellery anti-tarnish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. This is a standard gold-tone finish, not an anti-tarnish or specially coated piece. Wiping it dry after each wear and keeping it away from perfume and sweat is what extends the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you offer Cash on Delivery, and how long does delivery take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, COD is available. Prepaid orders ship free; COD orders carry a Rs. 100 shipping and handling charge. We dispatch generally within 2 working days, and delivery takes about 4–5 working days to metro cities and 7–8 working days to other serviceable locations from dispatch. We ship within India only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping, COD and returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivered across all serviceable Indian PIN codes. We ship within India only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDispatch generally within 2 working days (next working day if you order on a non-working day).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivery estimate from dispatch: 4–5 working days to metro cities, 7–8 working days to other serviceable locations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree shipping on prepaid orders. COD orders carry a Rs. 100 shipping and handling charge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReturns are accepted for products damaged in transit. Email clear photographs within 48 hours of delivery and we will arrange a replacement with the same or a similar product, subject to stock availability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"sudheer KT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67669276328179,"sku":null,"price":795.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/2056\/3699\/files\/OrnateEmeraldandPearlChandelierEarrings.png?v=1791389471","url":"https:\/\/auravifashions.com\/products\/ruby-white-pearl-chandbali-earrings","provider":"AURAVI","version":"1.0","type":"link"}