Festive Sparkle, Sensible Price
With Durga Puja and Diwali approaching, most of us are shopping for more than one outfit—and more than one necklace to go with it. You don't need to spend a fortune to look festival-ready. Here's how to pick a statement necklace set under ₹5,000 that still feels handcrafted and special.
Look for Craft, Not Just Carats
A necklace doesn't need real gold or precious stones to look rich—it needs good craftsmanship. Handcrafted Kundan work, hand-painted Meenakari enamel, and well-set semi-precious gemstones all read as luxurious in a photo and in person, at a fraction of the price of fine jewellery.
Match the Set to the Occasion
- Pandal hopping and pujas: a Hasli or choker in Kundan or Meenakari sits close to the neck and pairs beautifully with a saree or salwar suit.
- Diwali parties: a longer gemstone or pearl necklace set adds drama to a plain kurta or anarkali without competing with festive lights and colour.
- Office Diwali celebrations: a simpler pendant set or single-strand necklace keeps things festive but still workplace-appropriate.
Buy the Set, Not Just the Necklace
A matching necklace-and-earring set almost always looks more finished than pairing pieces separately, and it's usually better value than buying two items individually. It also means one less decision to make on a busy festival morning.
Shop the Edit
Our Festive Necklaces under ₹5,000 edit is built specifically for this season, with handcrafted Kundan, Meenakari and gemstone necklace sets at heavily discounted festive prices. Browse the full Necklace Sets collection for more, or check our Under ₹2,500 edit if you're shopping an even tighter budget. Use code CART10 at checkout for an extra discount, with free shipping on every order.
Festive doesn't have to mean expensive.
With warmth, from Jaipur to Bangalore,
Ankita
Founder, Ethnic Lush