The Significance of Toe Rings in Culture & Tradition

Toe rings are more than just a fashion accessory; they hold cultural, symbolic, and aesthetic importance in various traditions around the world. Voylla’s exquisite collection of toe rings celebrates this timeless ornament by blending tradition with contemporary designs.

Let’s explore the rich significance of toe rings and why they remain a cherished piece of jewelry. They are called Bichuya in Hindi, Mettelu in Telugu, Metti in Tamil & Kalungura in Kannada, jodavi in Marathi.

Tradition of wearing toe rings carries tremendous social significance for married women in India. Now-a-days, the toe rings are not just for married women anymore, a lot of unmarried girls also wear fashion jewelry toe rings and it has become a huge trend in the west.

Toe rings have been a part of the Indian culture since the Ramayana times, there has been a mention of Sita, when abducted by Ravana, threw her toe ring in the way, so that lord Rama could find her. So from the Ramayana times, till now, toe rings have been a part of a married woman’s jewelry box.

In many different Indian cultures, the husband puts the toe rings on his wife’s second toe of both feet, during the wedding ceremony. They come in traditional as well as chunky designs and are usually made from silver or some metal alloys.

Perfect for Every Occasion

Toe rings are versatile and can be styled for various occasions:

- Weddings: Traditional designs with floral or paisley patterns are ideal for bridal wear.

- Festivals: Embellished toe rings with vibrant stones complement ethnic outfits.

- Casual Days: Sleek and minimalist designs pair beautifully with summer dresses or beachwear.

Though there is no documentation on when and why toe rings came into use but, according to the scientific reasoning, there are some health benefits of wearing toe rings. The reflexology scripts mention about treating gynecological problems by massaging the second toe.

There is also a belief that the wearing of toe rings press on certain nerves that pertain to the reproductive system, which helps in keeping the system balance and healthy. By wearing these rings in both feet, it is believed, that the menstrual cycle course is regularized with even intervals.

This gives good scope for conceiving to married women. According to a recent discovery, it was found that two ancient Egyptian skeletons, dating back more than 3,300 years, which were each buried with a toe ring made of copper alloy.

Whether the Egyptians wore it for adornment purpose or for some other purpose, are still unknown. The history of toe rings is a mystery but that should not stop you from wearing these little pieces of magic.

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Explore Voylla’s Collection

Whether you’re embracing tradition or setting a style statement, toe rings are a must-have in your jewelry collection. Discover Voylla’s wide range of designs and celebrate the timeless elegance of this accessory.

Add a touch of significance and style to your feet with Voylla’s stunning toe rings!

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