The Miayaa Journal
Jewellery Guides, Care Tips & Gift Ideas
Honest, practical guides from the Miayaa team in Kolkata: how anti-tarnish and demi-fine jewellery work, how to clean and store it, how to style it for office, weddings and festivals, and thoughtful gift ideas for every budget.
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GiftingValentine's Gift for Girlfriend: 10 Romantic Jewellery IdeasTen romantic Valentine's jewellery ideas and how to choose one that feels personal.
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GiftingDiwali Gift for Employees and Clients: Jewellery Gifting GuideHow to plan Diwali jewellery gifts for teams and clients: budgets, piece selection, packaging and timelines.
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GiftingKarwa Chauth Gift for Wife: Meaningful Jewellery IdeasKarwa Chauth jewellery ideas with meaning, from mangalsutras to moon-themed pieces, at different budgets.
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GiftingRaksha Bandhan Gift for Sister: Jewellery Ideas for Every BudgetRakhi jewellery ideas for sisters at every budget, how to pick her style, and how to time your order.
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GiftingBirthday Gift for Sister: 12 Jewellery Ideas She Will LoveBirthday jewellery ideas for sisters of every age and style, with budget-friendly picks.
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GiftingGift for Girlfriend Under ₹1,000: 12 Jewellery Ideas She Will Actually WearTwelve romantic jewellery gifts under ₹1,000, how to choose based on her style, and how to present them.
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GiftingAnniversary Gift for Wife: Jewellery Ideas for Every YearMeaningful anniversary jewellery ideas for your wife, what each symbolises, and how to make the gift personal.
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GiftingGift for Wife: 15 Thoughtful Jewellery Ideas for Birthdays and Every DayFifteen jewellery gift ideas for your wife, grouped by her style, plus tips to get the size and tone right.
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Buying GuidesBest Jewellery Under ₹1,000: Earrings, Rings and Necklaces Worth BuyingWhat to expect from jewellery under ₹1,000, how to judge quality online, and the pieces that offer the best value.
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TrendsJewellery Trends 2026 in India: 10 Styles Everyone Will Be WearingTen jewellery trends shaping Indian wardrobes in 2026, and how to wear each one.
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TrendsCelestial Jewellery: The Meaning of Moon, Star and Sun DesignsThe symbolism behind moon, star, sun and compass designs, and how to wear and gift celestial jewellery.
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GiftingHeart Pendant Necklace: Meaning, Styles and When to Gift OneThe meaning of different heart pendant designs, how to choose the right one, and the occasions when a heart necklace makes the perfect gift.
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Buying GuidesRose Gold Jewellery: What It Is, Who It Suits and How to Style ItWhere rose gold gets its colour, which skin tones it flatters, how to style and mix it, and how to care for rose gold-tone jewellery.
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Buying GuidesBracelets for Women: Types, Sizes and Daily Wear StylesThe main bracelet styles, how to measure your wrist, which styles suit daily wear, and how to stack bracelets with a watch.
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Buying GuidesRing Size Chart India: How to Measure Your Ring Size at HomeTwo easy ways to measure your ring size at home, an approximate Indian and US ring size chart, and tips for buying rings as gifts.
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Buying GuidesNecklace Length Guide: Chart in Inches and How to ChooseA clear necklace length chart with where each length falls, plus tips for choosing by neckline, height and occasion.
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StylingHow to Layer Necklaces: 5 Easy Formulas That Always Look GoodSimple rules and five ready-made formulas to layer necklaces without tangles, plus how to match layers to your neckline.
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StylingWedding Guest Jewellery Ideas: What to Wear to Every FunctionFunction-by-function jewellery ideas for Indian wedding guests, with simple rules to look festive, comfortable and elegant.
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StylingJewellery for Lehenga: Simple and Statement Looks for Weddings and SangeetHow to style lehenga jewellery for different functions and necklines, from simple guest looks to glamorous sangeet outfits.
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StylingJewellery for Saree: How to Choose Earrings, Necklace and Bangles for Every SareeA practical guide to styling jewellery with sarees, from office cottons to festive silks, based on fabric, neckline and occasion.
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StylingModern Mangalsutra Designs: Short, Minimal and Pendant Styles for Everyday WearThe most popular modern mangalsutra styles, how to choose length and pendant, and how to style one with western and Indian outfits.
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StylingMinimalist Jewellery: How to Build a Capsule You Will Wear Every DayWhat minimalist jewellery is, the seven pieces worth owning, and how to wear them for different parts of your week.
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StylingOffice Wear Jewellery for Women: A Polished Everyday GuideThe capsule of office jewellery every working woman needs, how to style it with western and Indian workwear, and what to avoid in meetings.
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StylingHoop Earrings Guide: Sizes, Styles and How to Wear ThemThe hoop styles and sizes that suit different outfits and face shapes, how hoops close, and styling ideas for work, college and parties.
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Buying GuidesStud Earrings for Women: Types, Sizes and How to Style ThemEvery popular type of stud earring, how to pick the right size, and how to style studs from office to wedding functions.
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StylingDaily Wear Earrings for Women: 12 Lightweight Styles You Can Wear Every DayHow to choose everyday earrings that are comfortable, skin-friendly and versatile, with 12 styles that work for work, college and weekends.
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Jewellery CareHow to Store Jewellery So It Does Not Tarnish (At Home and While Travelling)The simplest storage system for everyday jewellery in Indian homes, plus a travel-packing routine and what to avoid.
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Buying GuidesGold-Plated vs Gold Vermeil vs Gold-Filled vs 1 Gram Gold: Which Is Better?A side-by-side comparison of the gold finishes you see in India, so you know what you are paying for and how to care for each.
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Buying GuidesRhodium-Plated Jewellery: Meaning, Benefits and How Long It LastsWhat rhodium is, why it is used on white-tone jewellery, how it compares with silver and white gold, and how to make it last.
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Buying Guides925 Sterling Silver Meaning: What the Stamp Means and How to Care for ItWhat the 925 stamp means, how sterling silver compares with pure and silver-plated jewellery, why it tarnishes and how to keep it bright.
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Buying GuidesAmerican Diamond vs CZ Jewellery: What Cubic Zirconia Really IsWhat American diamond and cubic zirconia are, how they compare with real diamonds and crystals, and how to choose and care for CZ jewellery.
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Buying GuidesNickel-Free Jewellery for Sensitive Skin: A Complete GuideWhy some jewellery irritates skin, what "nickel-free" means, which metals are gentler, and practical tips for wearing earrings comfortably.
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Jewellery CareIs Gold-Plated Jewellery Waterproof? Showering, Swimming and Sweat ExplainedWhat water, soap, chlorine, salt water and sweat do to gold-plated and 18K gold-tone jewellery, and what to do if yours gets wet.
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Jewellery CareWhy Does Artificial Jewellery Turn Black? Causes and How to Prevent ItThe science behind blackening and green marks, the everyday habits that cause them, and practical steps to prevent and treat them.
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Jewellery CareHow to Clean Artificial Jewellery at Home (Without Damaging It)A safe, step-by-step method to clean artificial, gold-plated and CZ jewellery at home, plus the popular "hacks" you should avoid.
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Buying GuidesImitation vs Gold-Plated vs Demi-Fine Jewellery: What Is the Difference?A plain-English guide to the jewellery words you see online in India: imitation, artificial, fashion, gold-plated, 1 gram gold, gold-tone and demi-fine, and which one suits...
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Buying GuidesWhat Is Demi-Fine Jewellery? Meaning, Materials and Why It Is Trending in IndiaA clear explanation of demi-fine jewellery: what it is made of, how it differs from fine, gold-plated and costume jewellery, and how to choose good demi-fine...
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Jewellery CareAnti-Tarnish Jewellery: What It Means and How to Make It LastWhat "anti-tarnish" really means on a jewellery label, why pieces tarnish in the first place, and the habits that keep anti-tarnish jewellery looking new for daily...
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