{"title":"Shop the Reels","description":"\u003cp\u003eEvery pair you have seen in our Instagram reels, in one place. Each piece is cut from solid exotic hardwood and finished by hand in Kolkata, and every pair of earrings weighs about 10 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaw something on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/chandrakalakriti\/\"\u003e@chandrakalakriti\u003c\/a\u003e? Find it below, newest reel first. Free shipping on prepaid orders within India, and Cash on Delivery is available.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gulmohar-wooden-earrings","title":"Gulmohar Wooden Earrings – Hand-Engraved Floral Dangle Earrings","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe gulmohar drops its flame-coloured flowers across Indian streets every summer, and this pair is named for it — with reason. Padauk, the wood these are cut from, grows a deep orange-red of its own accord. No dye, no stain, no paint: the colour that matches the flower is simply what the tree produces. Boxwood provides the pale counterpoint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe floral motif is \u003cstrong\u003eengraved\u003c\/strong\u003e — cut into the wood surface by hand rather than drawn on top of it. That difference matters. Painted decoration sits above the material and can wear; engraving removes material, so the pattern is part of the object and cannot rub away. It also has to be right the first time, because a cut cannot be undone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pair weighs approximately 10 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Padauk (African Coral Wood) and Boxwood, responsibly repurposed exotic hardwoods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural — Padauk's own orange-red against pale Boxwood; nothing dyed or painted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetail:\u003c\/strong\u003e hand-engraved floral motif\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFindings:\u003c\/strong\u003e metal alloy hooks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 10 g per pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold as:\u003c\/strong\u003e one pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e India, handcrafted and hand-engraved by skilled artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy engraving is the harder choice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngraving into hardwood offers no second attempt. Padauk is dense and interlocked, which makes it beautiful and makes it stubborn — cut too deep and the piece is finished, cut too shallow and the flower disappears at arm's length. Every Gulmohar carries the hand of whoever cut it, and the depth of line varies a little from pair to pair as a result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to style Gulmohar\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSarees:\u003c\/strong\u003e exceptional against cream, off-white, mustard, olive and rust; particularly good with handloom, khadi and Bengal cottons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFestive and traditional wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e the warm palette suits Durga Puja, Navratri, Diwali, Poila Boishakh and daytime celebrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeddings:\u003c\/strong\u003e a warm, floral alternative to gold for guest dressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKurtas and ethnic sets:\u003c\/strong\u003e a solid cream or white kurta lets the engraving read properly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWestern wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e linen, neutrals, white shirts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold accents suit Gulmohar; silver fights the warmth. Keep the neckline clear so the engraving is close enough to be seen — it is a detail that rewards looking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut your earrings on after perfume, makeup and skincare have settled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove them before bathing, swimming or exercising\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe gently with a soft, dry cloth — a soft brush lifts dust from engraved lines if it settles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in the box or pouch provided, away from moisture, heat and direct sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle by the metal findings rather than the wooden body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDispatched within 2–3 working days. Free shipping on prepaid orders within India; delivery is typically 2–3 days to metro cities and 5–7 days elsewhere in India. Cash on Delivery is available at selected locations with a ₹50 cash-handling charge. Gulmohar ships worldwide, arriving within 5–10 days of your order — import duties and local taxes are payable by the recipient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the floral pattern engraved or printed?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEngraved — cut into the wood by hand. Nothing is printed, transferred or painted on. Because engraving removes material rather than adding a layer, the pattern cannot rub off with wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the orange-red colour natural?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It is Padauk, also called African Coral Wood, which grows that colour. Nothing is dyed or stained. The pale wood is Boxwood, equally untreated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy is it called Gulmohar?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter the gulmohar or flame tree, whose orange-red flowers appear across India in summer. Padauk happens to grow close to that same colour, which is what makes the name fit rather than decorate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill the colour fade?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePadauk changes rather than fades, deepening from bright orange-red towards brick red over months and years as it meets light and air. This happens to all Padauk and most people prefer the matured colour. Storing the pair out of direct sunlight slows it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill the engraving wear away?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Engraved lines are cut into the wood, so there is no surface layer to lose. Dust can settle in the lines over time — a soft dry brush clears it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow heavy are they?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eApproximately 10 g the pair, which is why a floral statement design of this size stays comfortable through a full day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Gulmohar get wet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease avoid it. Remove them before bathing, swimming or exercising. If they get damp, dry with a soft cloth immediately and let them air fully before storing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat are the hooks made of?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMetal alloy. If your ears react easily to metal, please write to us before ordering and we will help you decide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill my pair look exactly like the photographs?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design will match. The grain, the exact tone of the Padauk and the depth of the engraved lines will vary, because both the wood and the hand cutting it vary. That is the nature of engraved work in natural material.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat outfits suit floral wooden earrings?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eWarm and neutral palettes — cream, off-white, mustard, olive, rust. Handloom and khadi sarees, plain silk, solid kurtas. Avoid floral prints, which compete directly with an engraved flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat if my order arrives damaged?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMessage us on WhatsApp at +91 98301 50088 or email reachchandrakalakriti@gmail.com within 48 hours of delivery, with photographs and your unboxing video. The video is required for damage, missing and wrong-item claims, so please film yourself opening the parcel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo you ship internationally?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, worldwide, generally arriving within 5–10 days. 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Both reach us as offcuts from that work — fully seasoned, dense and stable. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/our-wood\" title=\"Where Chandrakalakriti wood comes from\"\u003eRead how the wood gets here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shape is domed rather than flat — full through the middle and tapering at both ends, so it catches light along a curve instead of showing one face. The outline is almost exactly a coffee bean, which is where the piece gets its character: it is organic where most of our geometry is straight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe line running down it is veneer\u003c\/strong\u003e, cut and laid into the face and polished back level. One line, nothing else — and on a shape this simple it does the work of an entire design, because it is what tells the eye the drop is divided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also the most affordable piece we make, which has nothing to do with shortcuts and everything to do with how little material a small bean takes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails  ▾\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWoods: Boxwood and Ebony, responsibly repurposed exotic hardwoods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstruction: cut veneer, laid and polished back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForm: domed bean-shaped drop with a single centre line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair weight: about \u003cstrong\u003e10 g\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFindings are metal alloy. 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It is required for any claim about a damaged, defective or incorrect item, which must be raised within 48 hours of delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the line a cut or a piece of wood?  ▾\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA piece of wood. It is veneer — a leaf-thin strip laid into the face and polished back level, not a groove and not a painted line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is this pair less expensive than the others?  ▾\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it is small and simple. 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A deep-toned Padauk square, set on point, hangs above a half-round boat-shaped drop banded in alternating stripes of pale Boxwood and warm Padauk. The pair weighs 10 g, and every piece is shaped, finished and quality-checked by hand in India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTwo woods, joined by hand\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stripes on Kala are not printed, dyed or painted. Slim strips of Boxwood and Padauk are joined edge to edge, then shaped and hand-polished so the seam between the two woods becomes the pattern itself. Every band you see is a separate piece of wood, and every colour is the wood's own — pale gold from the Boxwood, warm red-brown from the Padauk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the grain runs differently through every offcut, no two pairs of Kala are identical. That variation is the signature of natural material, not a flaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:16px 4px;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.02em;list-style:none;\"\u003e▾  Details\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWoods:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boxwood and Padauk (African Coral Wood), responsibly repurposed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e joined banding — hand-shaped and hand-polished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e square top element above a half-round, boat-shaped striped drop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural wood colour, undyed and unpainted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 g per pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFindings:\u003c\/strong\u003e metal alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e one pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e India, handcrafted by skilled artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to style Kala Wooden Earrings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith a saree.\u003c\/strong\u003e The warm gold-and-rust palette sits beautifully against cotton, linen, tussar and handloom sarees — especially in cream, mustard, rust, olive, black and off-white. Let the earrings carry the look and keep the neckline bare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith a kurta or Anarkali.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair them with solid cotton, chanderi or silk kurtas. Against a printed kurta, choose a print that already carries one of the two wood tones so the earrings echo the outfit instead of competing with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith western wear.\u003c\/strong\u003e A white shirt, a linen dress, a co-ord set or a plain tee and denim — the clean square-and-half-round geometry reads as contemporary as easily as it reads ethnic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor festive days and celebrations.\u003c\/strong\u003e The warm red-brown of Padauk suits Durga Puja, Navratri, Diwali, Poila Boishakh and daytime wedding functions, and stays light enough to wear from morning to night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKala is a statement piece, so wear it as the single focal point. Skip a heavy necklace and keep other accessories minimal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:16px 4px;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.02em;list-style:none;\"\u003e▾  Care\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after every wear. Never wash them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear them after your perfume, makeup and skincare have settled — not before.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove them before bathing, swimming or exercising.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in the box or pouch they arrive in, in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold the metal findings, not the wood, when putting them on and taking them off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin-top:16px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e▾  What wood are Kala Wooden Earrings made from?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eKala Wooden Earrings are made from two responsibly repurposed exotic hardwoods: Boxwood, which gives the pale gold bands, and Padauk (also called African Coral Wood), which gives the warm red-brown bands and the square top element.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e▾  What is the shape of the design?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eKala pairs a square top element, set on point like a diamond, with a half-round boat-shaped drop below it. The lower piece is flat along the top edge and curves gently to the base, with the wood stripes running across it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e▾  Are the stripes painted or dyed on?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Every stripe on Kala is a separate strip of wood, joined edge to edge by hand and then shaped. Nothing on this pair is dyed, stained or painted — the two colours are the natural colours of Boxwood and Padauk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e▾  How heavy are they, and are they comfortable for long wear?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pair weighs 10 g in total, which is a fraction of what a metal statement earring of the same size would weigh. 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If you have sensitive ears, we would rather you write to us at reachchandrakalakriti@gmail.com than assume — we will tell you exactly what we know.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e▾  Do these suit sarees and ethnic wear, or western outfits too?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth. The geometry is clean and contemporary, so Kala works with a linen dress or a co-ord set, while the warm wood tones make it equally at home with a cotton saree, a chanderi kurta or festive ethnic wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e▾  Are wooden earrings durable, or do they break easily?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoxwood and Padauk are dense exotic hardwoods, chosen for strength rather than softness. Handled with ordinary care — not dropped on hard floors, not left in water — Kala is made for regular wear over years, not a single season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e▾  Can wooden earrings get wet?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eWood should not be soaked. Take Kala off before bathing, swimming or a workout, and keep it away from prolonged moisture. If a drop of water lands on it, wipe it off with a soft dry cloth and leave it in open air for a while before storing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e▾  Will the colour fade over time?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNatural wood matures rather than fades. Boxwood and Padauk both deepen gently with age and light, which is part of how a handcrafted piece takes on character. Keeping Kala out of direct sunlight and away from harsh chemicals preserves its finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e▾  How should I clean and store them?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe with a soft, dry cloth after every wear — no water, no detergent, no alcohol-based cleaner. Store each pair separately in its box or pouch, somewhere cool and dry, away from sunlight and heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e▾  Will my pair look exactly like the photographs?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery close, but not identical. Each Kala is cut from repurposed offcuts, so the grain, the exact warmth of the Padauk and the width of the banding vary slightly from pair to pair. No two are the same, and that is the point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e▾  Are these suitable as a keepsake, and how are they packed?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Kala arrives in premium protective packaging, ready to give, which makes it a considered keepsake for birthdays, anniversaries, festivals and corporate gifting. 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Waning and full, dark and light, in one pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Padauk here shows the wood at its settled colour — a deep brick red rather than the bright coral it starts as. Padauk darkens with light and air over months, and this is where it arrives. The Maple beneath keeps its cream, with the grain running vertically down the oval so the eye travels the length of the drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoth colours are natural. Nothing is dyed, stained or painted. The pair weighs 10 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpper element:\u003c\/strong\u003e Padauk (African Coral Wood), cut as a crescent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower drop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maple, cut as a full oval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural deep red Padauk with natural cream Maple; no dye, stain or paint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFindings:\u003c\/strong\u003e metal alloy hooks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 g per pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold as:\u003c\/strong\u003e one pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e India, from responsibly repurposed exotic hardwoods, handcrafted by skilled artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTwo curves, cut differently\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA crescent is the harder of the two shapes. It has an inner curve and an outer one that never run parallel, meeting at two fine points where the wood is thinnest and most likely to break. Padauk is dense and interlocked enough to hold those tips, which is why it is the wood at the top rather than the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Maple oval is the simpler cut but the fussier finish: a continuous curve shows every flat spot, so the sanding has to be even the whole way round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the moon suits wood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLunar motifs run through jewellery in nearly every culture, usually rendered in metal — silver for its coldness, gold for its glow. Wood gives you something neither can: warmth. A crescent in red Padauk reads less like a night sky and more like a harvest moon, which is a different and rather warmer idea to wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to style Chandrima\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSarees:\u003c\/strong\u003e outstanding with grey, indigo, slate, cream and olive handloom — the photographs show it against a grey khadi drape for exactly this reason\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFestive wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Durga Puja, Navratri, Diwali, Karwa Chauth — a moon motif carries its own meaning on a festival night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKurtas and ethnic sets:\u003c\/strong\u003e plain fabric; the crescent needs a clean background to read as a crescent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWestern wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e linen, denim, muted knits, white shirts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvening:\u003c\/strong\u003e warm-toned and unusual — a conversation piece at close range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold accents suit the warm Padauk; silver cools it. Wear your hair up or back — a crescent loses its shape against loose dark hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut your earrings on after perfume, makeup and skincare have settled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove them before bathing, swimming or exercising\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after each wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in the box or pouch provided, away from moisture, heat and direct sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle by the metal findings, and take particular care of the crescent tips — they are the finest part of the piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDispatched within 2–3 working days. Free shipping on prepaid orders within India; delivery is typically 2–3 days to metro cities and 5–7 days elsewhere in India. Cash on Delivery is available at selected locations with a ₹50 cash-handling charge. Chandrima ships worldwide, arriving within 5–10 days of your order — import duties and local taxes are payable by the recipient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does Chandrima mean?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMoon. The design follows the name — a crescent above a full oval, waning and full in the same pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat woods are used?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePadauk, also called African Coral Wood, for the crescent, and Maple for the oval. Both are exotic hardwoods, responsibly repurposed from offcuts of fine wood craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the deep red colour natural?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Padauk grows red — bright coral when freshly cut, deepening to brick red over months as it meets light and air. What you see here is the settled colour. Nothing is dyed or stained.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill the colour change further?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly gradually. Padauk does most of its darkening early, then holds. Keeping the pair out of direct sunlight slows any further change.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre the crescent tips fragile?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey are the finest part of the piece, so handle them with a little care. Padauk was chosen for the crescent precisely because it is dense and interlocked enough to hold a fine point. Normal wear is fine; a hard fall is not.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow much do they weigh?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e10 g the pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Chandrima get wet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease avoid it. Remove them before bathing, swimming or exercising. If they get damp, dry with a soft cloth straight away and let them air fully before storing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat are the hooks made of?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMetal alloy. If your ears react easily to metal, please write to us before ordering and we will help you decide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat outfits suit a crescent moon earring?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlain fabric, so the shape reads clearly — grey, indigo, slate, cream and olive especially. Handloom and khadi sarees, solid kurtas, linen. Wear your hair back if you can; a crescent disappears against loose dark hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill my pair look exactly like the photographs?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design will match. The exact depth of the Padauk red and the grain of the Maple vary from board to board, and Padauk in particular differs pair to pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat if my order arrives damaged?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMessage us on WhatsApp at +91 98301 50088 or email reachchandrakalakriti@gmail.com within 48 hours of delivery, with photographs and your unboxing video. 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Vasanta is the quietest thing we make, and that is the difficulty of it — with no pattern to carry the eye, the whole piece rests on two things: the shape of each curve, and the colour of the wood itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also the only design in the collection with no black in it. Most of our work uses Ebony to anchor a composition. Take it away and nothing holds the piece down, which is why Vasanta sits lighter on the ear and reads warmer against skin than anything else in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVasanta\u003c\/em\u003e is Sanskrit for spring. Red and cream with no black in it is about as close as wood comes to that season. Both colours are the wood's own — nothing is dyed, stained or painted. The pair weighs 10 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpper element:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maple, cut as a small plain round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower element:\u003c\/strong\u003e Padauk (African Coral Wood), cut as a broad plain dome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural Padauk red against natural Maple cream; no dye, stain or paint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFindings:\u003c\/strong\u003e metal alloy hooks with a metal ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 g per pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold as:\u003c\/strong\u003e one pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e India, from responsibly repurposed exotic hardwoods, handcrafted by skilled artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy plain is harder than patterned\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePattern forgives. An inlaid line or an engraved motif gives the eye somewhere to go, and small irregularities in a shape disappear behind it. A plain face offers no such cover. Every part of the outline is on display, the curve has to be true the whole way round, and the polish has to be even across the entire surface, because there is nothing else to look at.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePadauk makes that possible. It is dense and finely textured, and rich enough in colour that a large unmarked surface stays interesting rather than becoming a slab. In a paler or flatter timber, a plain dome this size would simply look unfinished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTwo warm woods, no anchor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairing two light-to-mid tones is harder to get right than pairing something with black. Black does the separating for you — any colour reads clearly beside it. Take it away and the two remaining woods have to hold their own boundary, which means the tonal gap between them must be wide enough to stay legible at arm's length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works here because Padauk is genuinely saturated. It is not a pale pink or a tan; it arrives at the bench a strong coral red, and against Maple's cream that is contrast enough without help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to style Vasanta\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer and daytime:\u003c\/strong\u003e the lightest palette we make — cottons, linens, pastels, whites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSarees:\u003c\/strong\u003e beautiful with cream, white, off-white, mustard, sage and pale indigo handloom; also very good against a red-bordered cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFestive daywear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Poila Boishakh, Ugadi, Navratri daytime functions, haldi and mehendi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWestern wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e linen shirts, white dresses, neutral knits, denim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResort and travel:\u003c\/strong\u003e warm-toned and light, and at 10 g barely there in a bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold accents suit Vasanta particularly well; silver cools it and works against the palette. Avoid pairing it with strong reds in the outfit — the Padauk will lose. Because the piece carries no pattern of its own, it is one of the few in the range that sits comfortably beside a printed fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut your earrings on after perfume, makeup and skincare have settled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove them before bathing, swimming or exercising\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after each wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in the box or pouch provided, away from moisture, heat and direct sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle by the metal findings rather than the wooden faces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo things matter more on this pair than on most. Sunlight, because with no Ebony to hold the contrast, the gradual deepening of the Padauk changes the whole balance. And marks, because a plain polished face shows a fingerprint or a smudge where a patterned one would hide it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDispatched within 2–3 working days. Free shipping on prepaid orders within India; delivery is typically 2–3 days to metro cities and 5–7 days elsewhere in India. Cash on Delivery is available at selected locations with a ₹50 cash-handling charge. Vasanta ships worldwide, arriving within 5–10 days of your order — import duties and local taxes are payable by the recipient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the red colour natural or dyed?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNatural. It is Padauk, also called African Coral Wood, which grows a strong orange-red. The cream is Maple. Nothing in Vasanta is dyed, stained or painted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs there any pattern on Vasanta?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNone at all. No inlay, no engraving, no banding, no painting. Both faces are left plain, which makes this the quietest design in the collection — and the one where the shape and the wood have to carry everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy is a plain piece harder to make than a patterned one?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause pattern forgives and plain does not. An inlaid or engraved surface gives the eye somewhere to go and hides small irregularities. On a plain face the whole outline is on display, the curve must be true the entire way round, and the polish must be even everywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes Vasanta different from your other designs?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere is no Ebony in it. Almost everything else we make uses black to anchor the design; Vasanta is warm throughout — red and cream only. It is noticeably lighter in feel as a result.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow is Vasanta different from Oorja?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOorja uses the same Padauk and Maple but adds Ebony, inlaid as fine lines down the drop, and shapes the Padauk as a crescent. Vasanta leaves both faces plain and uses no black at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does Vasanta mean?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpring, in Sanskrit. The name follows the palette rather than the shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill the red fade?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt deepens rather than fades, moving from bright coral towards brick red over months and years in light and air. All Padauk does this. On Vasanta it matters more than usual, because there is no black in the design to hold the contrast — so storing the pair away from direct sunlight keeps the spring tone longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow much do they weigh?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e10 g the pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Vasanta get wet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease avoid it. Remove them before bathing, swimming or exercising. If they get damp, dry with a soft cloth straight away and let them air fully before storing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre they strong enough for regular wear?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Padauk and Maple are both dense hardwoods, hand-finished and quality-checked. Everyday wear is fine; a fall onto a hard floor is not.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo plain wooden earrings show marks?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore than patterned ones. A polished plain face shows a fingerprint or smudge where line work would hide it, so wipe with a dry cloth after wearing and keep the pair away from hand cream and cosmetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat are the hooks made of?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMetal alloy, with a metal ring joining the two elements. If your ears react easily to metal, please write to us before ordering and we will help you decide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill my pair look exactly like the photographs?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design will match. The depth of the Padauk red and the figure in the Maple vary from board to board, so no two pairs are the same. With Padauk especially, the exact shade differs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat outfits suit warm-toned wooden earrings?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eCream, white, off-white, mustard, sage and pale indigo. Cotton and linen sarees, plain kurtas, summer dressing. Gold accents rather than silver. Because Vasanta carries no pattern, it also works beside printed fabric — unlike most of our patterned designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat if my order arrives damaged?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMessage us on WhatsApp at +91 98301 50088 or email reachchandrakalakriti@gmail.com within 48 hours of delivery, with photographs and your unboxing video. The video is required for damage, missing and wrong-item claims, so please film yourself opening the parcel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo you ship internationally?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, worldwide, generally arriving within 5–10 days. Import duties, customs and local taxes are payable by the recipient.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated designs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/oorja-wooden-earrings\"\u003eOorja\u003c\/a\u003e — the same Padauk and Maple with Ebony added, and fine inlaid lines through the drop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/chandrima-wooden-earrings\"\u003eChandrima\u003c\/a\u003e — a Padauk crescent above a plain Maple oval, in the settled brick red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gulmohar-wooden-earrings\"\u003eGulmohar\u003c\/a\u003e — Padauk again, this time with hand-engraved floral work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mahira-wooden-earrings\"\u003eMahira\u003c\/a\u003e — two curved elements again, in Ebony and Boxwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is the red colour natural or dyed?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Natural. 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If your ears react easily to metal, please write to us before ordering and we will help you decide.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will my pair look exactly like the photographs?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The design will match. The depth of the Padauk red and the figure in the Maple vary from board to board, so no two pairs are the same. With Padauk especially, the exact shade differs.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What outfits suit warm-toned wooden earrings?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Cream, white, off-white, mustard, sage and pale indigo. Cotton and linen sarees, plain kurtas, summer dressing. Gold accents rather than silver. Because Vasanta carries no pattern, it also works beside printed fabric — unlike most of our patterned designs.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What if my order arrives damaged?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Message us on WhatsApp at +91 98301 50088 or email reachchandrakalakriti@gmail.com within 48 hours of delivery, with photographs and your unboxing video. The video is required for damage, missing and wrong-item claims, so please film yourself opening the parcel.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do you ship internationally?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes, worldwide, generally arriving within 5–10 days. 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With no line work competing at the ear, the eye goes straight to the stripe, and the whole piece reads as one clear idea rather than two. It is the quietest way we know to wear a bold pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeither colour is dyed. Ebony is that black on its own, Boxwood that cream, and the stripe is simply the two woods meeting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pair weighs 10 g — light enough that you stop noticing them an hour in, which is the real test of an earring you intend to wear often rather than occasionally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpper element:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ebony, cut as a plain bow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower element:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ebony and Boxwood joined in broad bands, shaped as a teardrop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural Ebony black and Boxwood cream; no dye, stain or paint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFindings:\u003c\/strong\u003e metal alloy hooks with a metal ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 g per pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold as:\u003c\/strong\u003e one pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e India, from responsibly repurposed exotic hardwoods, handcrafted by skilled artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy a bow rather than a square\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA square at the lobe would have set two straight-edged shapes against each other. The bow does something else: its inward curve at the waist answers the outward curve of the teardrop below, so the two elements belong to the same family even though one is patterned and the other is not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also the harder cut. A square needs four straight edges; a bow needs two concave curves that mirror each other exactly, and Ebony is unforgiving of an uneven curve — the wood is so dark that shape is all you can read on it. There is no grain to distract the eye from a line that is slightly off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eJoined, not printed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bands are not a pattern applied to a surface. Separate strips of Ebony and Boxwood are bonded edge to edge, and the whole block is then shaped into the teardrop — so the black runs all the way through the piece rather than sitting on it. Cut it in half and the stripe would still be there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes it exacting is the seam. Each mating face has to be worked dead flat and dead square before bonding, because a joint is only as invisible as the surfaces going into it. And because a teardrop narrows to a point, the bands narrow with it — any drift in the joins shows most exactly where the wood is thinnest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAn earring for ordinary days\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost handcrafted jewellery is bought for an occasion and then waits in a box for the next one. Kairavi is designed for the opposite: black and cream argue with nothing, and with no pattern at the lobe it never feels like too much before lunchtime. If you own one pair of handcrafted wooden earrings and want it to earn its place, this is the sensible pair to own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to style Kairavi\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork and office:\u003c\/strong\u003e professional without being plain — good with shirts, kurtas and structured linen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday sarees:\u003c\/strong\u003e cotton, handloom, khadi and linen drapes in any colour, since black and cream sit beside all of them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWestern wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e denim, white shirts, black dresses, neutral knits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTravel:\u003c\/strong\u003e one pair that goes with a whole suitcase, and at 10 g you will not notice packing it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOccasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e works for celebrations too, though the palette is quieter than a festive red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth silver and gold accents sit comfortably against black and cream, which is not true of most coloured jewellery. Avoid a striped or busily printed outfit — the teardrop already carries a stripe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut your earrings on after perfume, makeup and skincare have settled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake them off before bathing, swimming or exercising — moisture is what stresses a join over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after each wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in the box or pouch provided, away from moisture, heat and direct sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle by the metal findings rather than the wooden body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorn often, wooden earrings need this more than occasion pieces do — a wipe after each wear is what keeps the finish looking new in year three.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDispatched within 2–3 working days. Free shipping on prepaid orders within India; delivery is typically 2–3 days to metro cities and 5–7 days elsewhere in India. Cash on Delivery is available at selected locations with a ₹50 cash-handling charge. Kairavi ships worldwide, arriving within 5–10 days of your order — import duties and local taxes are payable by the recipient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre the stripes joined or printed?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoined. Separate strips of Ebony and Boxwood are bonded edge to edge and the whole block is then shaped into the teardrop, so the black runs all the way through the wood rather than sitting on the surface. Nothing is printed, painted or dyed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow is Kairavi different from Aadhya?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe top. Both share the same joined striped teardrop, but Aadhya has an Ebony inlay lattice disc at the lobe while Kairavi has a plain Ebony bow. Aadhya has more to look at and suits occasions; Kairavi is quieter and made for everyday wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy is the top element bow-shaped?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause its inward curve at the waist answers the outward curve of the teardrop below, so the two elements belong together. It is also harder to cut than a square — two concave curves must mirror each other exactly, and Ebony is so dark that shape is the only thing the eye can read on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I wear wooden earrings to work every day?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, and Kairavi is meant for it. Black and cream reads as professional rather than decorative, and at 10 g the pair there is no fatigue by the end of a working day. Wooden earrings also avoid the cold weight of metal in air-conditioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the black and cream natural?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNatural. The black is Ebony and the cream is Boxwood — two different woods rather than one wood in two finishes. Nothing is dyed, stained or painted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill they suit every outfit colour?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eClose to it. Black and cream is the most neutral pairing available in wood, which means Kairavi does not need to be matched to a drape or a dress the way a coloured earring does. It is the practical argument for owning this pair over a brighter one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow much do they weigh?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e10 g per pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill the join come apart?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot with ordinary wear. A properly prepared joint in dense hardwood is as strong as the surrounding wood. What stresses any join over time is moisture, which is the main reason to keep wooden jewellery dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat happens if they get wet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eDry them immediately with a soft cloth and let them air fully before putting them away. Avoid wearing them in the shower, the pool or the gym. Brief rain is not a disaster; soaking is.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill the colours change over time?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth woods deepen slightly with age. Since neither is dyed, there is no colour to run or bleach out — the contrast tends to hold. Keep them out of prolonged direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat are the hooks made of?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMetal alloy, with a metal ring joining the two elements. If your ears react easily to metal, please write to us before ordering and we will help you decide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre wooden earrings suitable for gifting?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey are a safe gift precisely because the palette is neutral — you do not need to know the recipient's wardrobe. Kairavi arrives in premium packaging, and being handcrafted from repurposed wood, no two pairs are the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill my pair match the photographs exactly?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design will. The grain and the exact band widths will vary, because Ebony and Boxwood differ from board to board. That variation is what tells you it is wood rather than moulded material.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat if my order arrives damaged?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMessage us on WhatsApp at +91 98301 50088 or email reachchandrakalakriti@gmail.com within 48 hours of delivery, with photographs and your unboxing video. The video is required for damage, missing and wrong-item claims, so please film yourself opening the parcel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo you ship internationally?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, worldwide, generally arriving within 5–10 days. Import duties, customs and local taxes are payable by the recipient.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated designs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aadhya-wooden-earrings\"\u003eAadhya\u003c\/a\u003e — the same joined teardrop, but with an Ebony inlay lattice disc at the lobe instead of the plain bow. 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It reaches us as offcuts from that work — fully seasoned, dense and stable, in pieces about the size of a pair of earrings. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/our-wood\" title=\"Where Chandrakalakriti wood comes from\"\u003eRead how the wood gets here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole face is engraved. Broad open blooms, smaller buds and leaves run from the centre out to the rim with almost no plain ground left between them, and the cut areas read darker than the polished surface around them — so the flowers come forward in pale gold and the background falls back. One disc hangs from each hook. There is no second element and no second wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngraving at this density only works on a wood this fine. Boxwood holds a cut line a fraction of a millimetre wide without the edge crumbling, which is why instrument makers reach for it, and it is the reason the petals keep their shape instead of blurring into one another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails  ▾\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWood: Boxwood, responsibly repurposed exotic hardwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: hand-engraved, then polished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair weight: about \u003cstrong\u003e10 g\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFindings are metal alloy. Sold as one pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted in Kolkata, India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyling  ▾\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA single round disc is the easiest statement shape to wear — it has no points and no direction, so it sits well whichever way it turns. 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Dispatch in 2–3 working days; delivery 2–3 days to metro cities and 5–7 days elsewhere in India. Cash on Delivery is available at selected locations with a ₹50 cash-handling charge. We ship worldwide, with import duties and local taxes payable by the recipient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease film an unboxing video. It is required for any claim about a damaged, defective or incorrect item, which must be raised within 48 hours of delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the floral pattern printed on?  ▾\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Every flower is cut into the wood by hand. 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The whole design rests on one decision: rotating the middle square forty-five degrees against the two around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy one wood is the harder choice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost jewellery earns its interest from contrast — a pale wood against a dark one, a colour against a neutral. Trinetra has none of that to fall back on. Every element is the same near-black Ebony, so the only things doing any work are the shapes, their order, and the way light moves across a polished surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbony is unusually well suited to this. It is dense enough that the grain all but disappears, which is why a plain Ebony shape reads as pure form rather than as a piece of timber. Polished, it holds a deep gloss that catches a highlight along each bevelled edge — so as the earring turns, the three squares light up one after another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour is Ebony's own. 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Trinetra is particularly strong against reds, maroons and deep jewel tones, where the length reads clearly, and equally at home on cream, off-white and black-bordered handlooms. Wear the hair back — the design needs its full length visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith a kurta or Anarkali.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the fabric plain. Solid black, white, ivory, indigo or wine lets the three squares stay legible as three separate shapes rather than merging into one dark mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith western wear.\u003c\/strong\u003e A white shirt, a black dress, denim, linen, a co-ord set. This is the most outfit-agnostic pair in the range, because it introduces no colour at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor evenings and celebrations.\u003c\/strong\u003e Gloss black photographs beautifully and reads clearly under low light, which makes Trinetra a good choice for receptions, parties and evening functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA long geometric drop is the statement. Skip the necklace, and keep other jewellery minimal — a fine ring or a plain bangle at most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe with a soft, dry cloth after every wear. Never wash them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut them on last, once perfume, makeup and skincare have settled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake them off before bathing, swimming or exercising.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in the box or pouch they arrive in, somewhere cool, dry and out of direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle them by the metal findings rather than the wood — a gloss finish shows fingerprints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat wood are Trinetra Wooden Earrings made from?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEbony, and only Ebony. It is one of the densest and darkest hardwoods worked anywhere, and all three squares are cut from it. The wood is responsibly repurposed exotic hardwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the black colour painted, stained or lacquered?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Ebony grows that colour. It is naturally near-black and needs no treatment at all to look this way — which is precisely why it has been prized for centuries. Nothing on Trinetra is dyed, stained or painted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does the name mean?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrinetra is Sanskrit for \u003cem\u003ethree-eyed\u003c\/em\u003e. The design carries three elements, which is where the name comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy is the middle square turned differently?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is the whole design. Two squares sit on their points, and the one between them is set flat, rotated forty-five degrees against its neighbours. That single rotation stops three identical shapes from reading as a repeated pattern and turns them into a sequence instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre these long earrings?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Three linked elements make Trinetra one of the longer designs in the range, and it is best worn with the hair tied back or tucked, so the full drop is visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat are the findings made of?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMetal alloy, with metal rings linking the three elements. If your ears react to particular metals, please write to us at reachchandrakalakriti@gmail.com before ordering and we will tell you exactly what we know rather than guess.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Ebony a heavy wood — will these pull on my ears?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEbony is dense, and Trinetra carries three elements rather than one or two, so it is a more substantial pair than most in the range. It remains a fraction of what the same design would weigh in metal, and the elements are thin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo black earrings go with everything?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eClose to it. Black introduces no colour to argue with an outfit, which makes this the easiest pair in the range to wear without planning. It is the one to reach for when you do not yet know what you will be wearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre wooden earrings durable enough for regular wear?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEbony is among the hardest woods worked anywhere. Handled with ordinary care — not dropped onto tile, not left sitting in water — Trinetra is built for years of wear rather than a season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat if they get wet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake them off before showering, swimming or working out, and keep them away from sustained damp. If a splash lands on them, dry it with a soft cloth and leave the pair in open air for a while before storing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill the colour change over time?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery little. Ebony is already at the dark end of what wood does, so it holds its depth far better than a pale wood holds its paleness. Keeping the pair out of direct sunlight preserves the gloss.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow should I clean and store them?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA soft, dry cloth after each wear — no water, no soap, no alcohol-based cleaner. A gloss surface shows marks more readily than a matte one, so a wipe after wearing matters here. 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Ebony is the one wood in the range where variation is least visible, because the grain is so dark it barely reads — but each square is still cut and polished by hand from repurposed offcuts, so small differences remain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre these a good keepsake, and how are they packed?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Every pair is quality-checked and packed in premium protective packaging, ready to give — a considered keepsake for birthdays, anniversaries, festivals and corporate gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow long does delivery take, and what if the parcel arrives damaged?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrders are dispatched within 2–3 working days. Inside India, delivery takes 2–3 days to metro cities and 5–7 days elsewhere, and prepaid orders ship free; Cash on Delivery is available at selected locations with a ₹50 cash-handling charge. We ship worldwide, with import duties and local taxes payable by the recipient. Please film an unboxing video when your parcel arrives — if anything is damaged, defective or incorrect, tell us within 48 hours on WhatsApp at +91 98301 50088 or by email at reachchandrakalakriti@gmail.com, with the video and photographs, and we will put it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What wood are Trinetra Wooden Earrings made from?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Ebony, and only Ebony. It is one of the densest and darkest hardwoods worked anywhere, and all three squares are cut from it. 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Purple is the colour of Sahasrara, the crown chakra, so this wood carries the top of the sequence in its own colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe seven chakras on your Kavach\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach disc carries one chakra symbol. 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Kavach is jewellery and is not a medical or healing product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ebony, Padauk or Purpleheart, from repurposed violin-workshop offcuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e seven engraved chakra discs on seven coloured threads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 9 cm across the discs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFit:\u003c\/strong\u003e braided tie cord, adjusts to any wrist, one size for everyone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kolkata, India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake it off before bathing, swimming or washing up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe with a soft, dry cloth. No polish or cleaner needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore away from direct sunlight to keep the thread colours bright.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDispatched within 2–3 working days. Free shipping on prepaid orders within India; Cash on Delivery available at selected locations with a ₹50 charge. We ship worldwide; import duties are payable by the recipient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your order arrives damaged, message us within 48 hours with your unboxing video on WhatsApp at +91 98301 50088 or at reachchandrakalakriti@gmail.com, and we will put it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Kavach a Karungali bracelet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, in Ebony. Kavach in Ebony is made from the deep black wood traditionally called Karungali, the wood used for Karungali malas. It is also available in Padauk and Purpleheart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow is Kavach different from a chakra bead bracelet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost chakra bracelets are round beads or stones. Kavach has seven flat wooden discs, each engraved with its chakra symbol, so you can read the symbols and the order from root to crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat are the seven chakras in order?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMuladhara (root), Svadhisthana (sacral), Manipura (solar plexus), Anahata (heart), Vishuddha (throat), Ajna (third eye) and Sahasrara (crown).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat do the coloured threads mean?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach thread is the traditional colour of the chakra beside it: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet, from root to crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhich wood should I choose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEbony for a calm, understated black. 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It is the right name for this piece, because nectar is the thing the engraving is really about: it is what draws the butterflies to the flowers, and it is the reason the two belong on the same surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe disc is roughly 4 cm across, hanging from a plain hook. There is no second element and no colour contrast. Everything happens on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEngraved to the very edge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost engraved jewellery places a motif in the middle and leaves the rest plain — a flower centred on a disc, framed by empty wood. Madhulika does the opposite. Blooms, buds, leaves, butterflies and stippled ground run right out to the rim on every side, so the pattern reads as a fragment cut from something larger rather than a design placed on a circle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is much harder to execute. A centred motif can be positioned once and worked outward, and any wobble at the edges is hidden by the plain border. Cover the whole face and there is no border to hide in: the cutting has to stay clean all the way to the point where the surface curves away, on a disc small enough to sit in a palm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe butterflies are the most demanding part of it. A petal is a broad shape and forgiving of a heavy line; a wing is not. Wings need fine, even strokes to read as membrane rather than as leaf, and they sit among the flowers rather than apart from them — so the eye has to be able to separate insect from bloom in a composition where everything touches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe depth of the cut is what gives the piece its colour. Engraved lines hold shadow while the raised surfaces catch light, so a single wood in a single tone reads as two — pattern in the recesses, warmth on the face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Boxwood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoxwood is the classical engraving wood. It is dense, pale and exceptionally close-grained, and for centuries it was the timber engravers chose precisely because it holds fine detail without the fibres tearing along the grain. Work this dense — petals, stamens, stippling, leaf veins and butterfly wings, all within a few centimetres — is only possible on a wood that fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boxwood, responsibly repurposed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e hand-shaped and hand-engraved, then hand-polished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e a round disc with all-over engraved flowers and butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural wood colour, undyed and unstained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFindings:\u003c\/strong\u003e metal alloy hooks with a metal ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e one pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e India, engraved by hand by skilled artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to style Madhulika Wooden Earrings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith a saree.\u003c\/strong\u003e A round is the friendliest shape a saree can take — it reads clearly with the hair up or down, which a long drop does not. Warm wood suits cream, off-white, rust, mustard, olive, maroon and terracotta; cotton, khadi, linen and handloom especially.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith a kurta.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the fabric plain. A floral surface against a floral print is one pattern too many — solid ivory, ochre, olive or white lets the engraving show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday and at the office.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 4 cm this is a noticeable earring without being a long one. Nothing swings past the jaw, so it stays practical for a working day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith western wear.\u003c\/strong\u003e Linen, denim, a white shirt, earth tones. A carved wooden round reads as craft rather than costume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface is already busy, so keep the rest quiet — no statement necklace competing at the same height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after every wear. Never wash them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA soft brush is better than a cloth for lifting dust out of the engraved lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut them on last, once perfume, makeup and skincare have settled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake them off before bathing, swimming or exercising.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in the box or pouch they arrive in, somewhere cool, dry and out of direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle them by the metal findings rather than the engraved face.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat wood are Madhulika Wooden Earrings made from?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoxwood — a single responsibly repurposed hardwood, and the classical engraving timber. It is dense and exceptionally close-grained, which is what lets detail this fine be cut without the fibres tearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is engraved on the earrings?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eFlowers and butterflies, together, across the whole face of the disc — blooms, buds, leaves, wings and a stippled ground running right out to the rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the pattern engraved or printed?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEngraved — cut into the surface of the wood by hand. Nothing is printed, transferred or stuck on. The pattern has real depth, which you can feel with a fingertip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does the name Madhulika mean?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNectar. It is what draws a butterfly to a flower, which is the whole subject of the engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy are butterflies harder to engrave than flowers?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA petal is a broad shape and forgiving of a heavy line. A wing is not — it needs fine, even strokes to read as membrane rather than as another leaf, and here the butterflies sit among the flowers rather than apart from them, so the eye has to separate insect from bloom in a composition where everything touches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy does the pattern run all the way to the edge?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a deliberate choice and the harder one. A centred motif is framed by plain wood, which hides any unevenness at its edges. Covering the whole face leaves nowhere to hide — the cutting has to stay clean right out to the rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the warm colour natural?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The honey tone is Boxwood's own, deepened by the cutting and polishing. Nothing on Madhulika is dyed or stained.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow large are these earrings?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe disc is approximately 4 cm across. Noticeable, but nothing hangs past the jawline, so they stay wearable for everyday.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill the engraving wear away?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The pattern is cut into the wood rather than applied on top of it, so there is nothing raised for daily wear to rub off.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow do I clean engraved wood?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA soft, dry cloth after each wear, and a soft brush for the engraved lines if dust settles in them. No water, no soap, no alcohol-based cleaner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat are the hooks made of?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMetal alloy, with a metal ring joining the hook to the disc. If your ears react to particular metals, please write to us at reachchandrakalakriti@gmail.com before ordering and we will tell you exactly what we know rather than guess.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre round earrings easier to wear than long ones?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenerally, yes. A round reads clearly whether the hair is up or down, where a long drop disappears against loose hair. It is also the shape that suits the widest range of face shapes and necklines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre they heavy?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a thin, flat disc in a light wood — a fraction of what the same size would weigh in metal, so there is very little pull on the lobe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill my pair look exactly like the photographs?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design will match, but the cutting will be its own. Every disc is engraved by hand and the Boxwood grain differs in every offcut, so the depth and character of the flowers and butterflies shift slightly from pair to pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre wooden earrings durable enough for regular wear?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoxwood is a dense, hard-wearing timber, historically chosen by carvers precisely because it holds fine detail without splitting. Handled with ordinary care — not dropped onto tile, not left sitting in water — Madhulika is made for repeated wear over years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan they get wet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease avoid it. Take them off before bathing, swimming or exercising. If they do get damp, dry them at once with a soft cloth and let them air fully before storing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo these suit sarees, or western wear too?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth. A warm engraved round works against handloom and cotton sarees as naturally as it does with linen, denim or a white shirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre these a good keepsake, and how are they packed?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — an easy one to give, since a round suits almost everyone and there is no length or colour to judge. Every pair is quality-checked and packed in premium protective packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow long does delivery take, and what if the parcel arrives damaged?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrders are dispatched within 2–3 working days. Inside India, delivery takes 2–3 days to metro cities and 5–7 days elsewhere, and prepaid orders ship free; Cash on Delivery is available at selected locations with a ₹50 cash-handling charge. We ship worldwide, with import duties and local taxes payable by the recipient. Please film an unboxing video when your parcel arrives — if anything is damaged, defective or incorrect, tell us within 48 hours on WhatsApp at +91 98301 50088 or by email at reachchandrakalakriti@gmail.com, with the video and photographs, and we will put it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated designs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vatika-wooden-earrings\"\u003eVatika\u003c\/a\u003e — a smaller engraved Boxwood round, flowers only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/flora-wooden-earrings\"\u003eFlora\u003c\/a\u003e — the engraving swept to one side, with a plain grain centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/kalika-wooden-earrings\"\u003eKalika\u003c\/a\u003e — an engraved Boxwood round below an Ebony disc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What wood are Madhulika Wooden Earrings made from?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Boxwood — a single responsibly repurposed hardwood, and the classical engraving timber. 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This piece is named for what it does: five strands hanging free, swinging together as you turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOne wood, no contrast, all shape\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no second species here, no inlay, no banding and no painted colour. Every element — the square at the ear and each of the fifteen batons below it — is Ebony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat leaves the design nowhere to hide. With nothing to look at but form, everything depends on proportion: the width of the square against the spread of the fringe, the length of each strand against the ones beside it, and how much space sits between them. Get any of those wrong and a monochrome piece reads as a clump rather than a fan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbony is what makes it work at all. It is dense enough that the grain disappears entirely, so the eye reads pure silhouette instead of pattern — and dark enough that fifteen separate pieces still read as one object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGraduated, not fringed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strands are not the same length. The middle one falls longest, the pair beside it shorter, the outer pair shorter still — so the group forms a triangle beneath the square rather than a straight-edged curtain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat graduation is what allows the piece to move as a whole. Equal-length strands cross and tangle; graduated ones swing in sequence and settle back into place. It is the difference between a fringe that hangs and a chandelier that moves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black is Ebony's own. Nothing here is dyed, stained, painted or lacquered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ebony, responsibly repurposed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e hand-shaped and hand-polished, assembled by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e a square set on point above five graduated strands of turned batons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal length:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 8.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 g per pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural wood colour, undyed and unpainted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFindings:\u003c\/strong\u003e metal alloy with metal rings linking each baton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e one pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e India, handcrafted by skilled artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEight and a half centimetres, ten grams\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA chandelier earring this long is usually a metal proposition — and metal at this scale is the kind of earring you feel by the third hour and take off before the evening ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKinkini weighs \u003cstrong\u003e10 g the pair\u003c\/strong\u003e: the same as a small wooden stud, spread across fifteen linked pieces and 8.5 cm of drop. The batons are turned thin and the square is a flat panel, so the whole thing hangs light. That is the entire reason a design like this is wearable in the first place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to style Kinkini Wooden Earrings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWear the hair up.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not optional. Loose hair swallows the strands and the fan disappears, which is most of what you are wearing. A bun, a low knot or a pulled-back braid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith a saree.\u003c\/strong\u003e Black is the one jewellery colour that never argues with a drape. Kinkini is at its best against a plain silk or a black-and-gold border, and equally strong on cream, ivory, maroon, wine and bottle green. Let it be the jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor weddings and evening functions.\u003c\/strong\u003e Movement reads across a room in a way a static piece does not, and black photographs cleanly under low light. This is an occasion earring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith western wear.\u003c\/strong\u003e A plain black dress, an off-shoulder neckline, or a shirt open at the collar. Keep the neckline uncluttered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo necklace.\u003c\/strong\u003e Nothing at the throat and nothing at the collarbone — a piece this long needs the space between ear and shoulder left empty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe with a soft, dry cloth after every wear. Never wash them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLift them by the square, never by the strands — a linked strand is the part most easily pulled out of shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut them on last, once perfume, makeup and skincare have settled, and after your hair is done.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake them off before bathing, swimming or exercising.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore flat in the box they arrive in so the strands hang straight and do not tangle with other jewellery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat wood are Kinkini Wooden Earrings made from?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEbony, and only Ebony — one of the densest and darkest hardwoods worked anywhere. The square and every baton are cut from it. The wood is responsibly repurposed exotic hardwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does the name Kinkini mean?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eKinkini is the word for the small bells strung on an anklet or girdle — the ones that sound with movement. The piece is named for the way its strands swing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the black colour painted, stained or lacquered?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Ebony grows this dark on its own and needs no treatment at all. Nothing on Kinkini is dyed, stained or painted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow long are these earrings?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eApproximately 8.5 cm in total, from the ear to the tip of the longest strand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre 8.5 cm earrings too heavy to wear all evening?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn metal they usually are. Kinkini weighs 10 g the pair — the same as a small wooden stud, spread across fifteen linked pieces — because the batons are turned thin and the square is a flat panel. There is far less pull on the lobe than the size suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy are the strands different lengths?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSo they move as a group. The middle strand falls longest and the outer ones shortest, forming a triangle rather than a straight-edged fringe. Equal-length strands cross and tangle; graduated ones swing in sequence and settle back into place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill the strands tangle?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot in normal wear, because of that graduation. Storing the pair flat rather than loose in a box keeps them hanging straight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I need to wear my hair up?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is strongly recommended. Loose hair covers the strands and the fan shape disappears, which loses most of what makes the piece worth wearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat are the findings made of?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMetal alloy, with metal rings linking each baton and joining the strands to the square. If your ears react to particular metals, please write to us at reachchandrakalakriti@gmail.com before ordering and we will tell you exactly what we know rather than guess.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo black earrings go with everything?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eClose to it. Black introduces no colour of its own, so there is nothing to clash with — which is unusual for a piece this dramatic. Most statement earrings have to be planned around; this one does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre wooden earrings durable enough for regular wear?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEbony is among the hardest woods worked anywhere. The part to be careful with on this design is the strands — lift the pair by the square rather than by the batons, and it will last years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat if they get wet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake them off before showering, swimming or working out, and keep them away from sustained damp. If a splash lands on them, dry it with a soft cloth and leave the pair in open air for a while before storing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill the colour change over time?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery little. Ebony is already at the dark end of what wood does, so it holds its depth far better than a pale wood holds its paleness. Keeping the pair out of direct sunlight preserves the polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill my pair look exactly like the photographs?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery close. Ebony varies least of any wood we use, because the grain is too dark to read — but every baton is turned and polished by hand from repurposed offcuts, so small differences in tone remain between one and the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre these a good keepsake, and how are they packed?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — particularly as an occasion gift, since a chandelier earring is the kind of piece most people would not buy for themselves. Every pair is quality-checked and packed in premium protective packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow long does delivery take, and what if the parcel arrives damaged?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrders are dispatched within 2–3 working days. Inside India, delivery takes 2–3 days to metro cities and 5–7 days elsewhere, and prepaid orders ship free; Cash on Delivery is available at selected locations with a ₹50 cash-handling charge. We ship worldwide, with import duties and local taxes payable by the recipient. Please film an unboxing video when your parcel arrives — if anything is damaged, defective or incorrect, tell us within 48 hours on WhatsApp at +91 98301 50088 or by email at reachchandrakalakriti@gmail.com, with the video and photographs, and we will put it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated designs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/jhumar-wooden-earrings\"\u003eJhumar\u003c\/a\u003e — the same chandelier architecture, with an Ebony-inlaid Boxwood panel above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/trinetra-wooden-earrings\"\u003eTrinetra\u003c\/a\u003e — three Ebony squares in a linked drop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/varga-wooden-earrings\"\u003eVarga\u003c\/a\u003e — a single bevelled Ebony square, for the same black at everyday scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What wood are Kinkini Wooden Earrings made from?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Ebony, and only Ebony — one of the densest and darkest hardwoods worked anywhere. 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We ship worldwide, with import duties and local taxes payable by the recipient. Please film an unboxing video when your parcel arrives — if anything is damaged, defective or incorrect, tell us within 48 hours on WhatsApp at +91 98301 50088 or by email at reachchandrakalakriti@gmail.com, with the video and photographs, and we will put it right.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Chandrakalakriti","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49587837796611,"sku":"DEC-24-CAW-0144","price":1195.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/0209\/1779\/files\/elegant_black_chandelier_earring_portrait_500KB.jpg?v=1790252226"},{"product_id":"jaya-wooden-earrings","title":"Jaya Wooden Earrings – Ebony \u0026 Boxwood Banded Diamond Studs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJaya\u003c\/em\u003e is Sanskrit for victory — and this is a shape that holds itself like one. A diamond standing on its point, sharp at the top and sharp at the bottom, 4 cm across, with nothing hanging and nothing swinging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is \u003cstrong\u003eEbony\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the upper half is left entirely plain. Across the lower half run \u003cstrong\u003etwo stripes of Boxwood\u003c\/strong\u003e, joined edge to edge into the Ebony so that the pale gold reads as bands cutting horizontally across the point. The stripes are not painted on. They are separate pieces of wood bonded in, so the colour goes all the way through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe faces are not flat. Each one is worked with a gentle hollow that runs to a ridge, so the surface catches light differently as you move — near-black at one angle, warm and almost metallic at another. In daylight the Boxwood in particular throws a good deal of light back, which is why it can look brighter in a photograph than it does in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSolid above, banded below. The pair weighs 10 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e a diamond set on its point, with sculpted faces and sharp tips, 4 cm across\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ebony, plain through the upper half\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBanding:\u003c\/strong\u003e two Boxwood stripes joined horizontally across the lower half\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e both tones are the woods' own — Ebony's black and Boxwood's honey gold, each deepened by cutting and polishing. No dye, stain or paint anywhere on this pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFastening:\u003c\/strong\u003e push-back studs on metal alloy posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 g per pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold as:\u003c\/strong\u003e one pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e India, from responsibly repurposed exotic hardwoods, handcrafted by skilled artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy a banded point is difficult\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoining\u003c\/strong\u003e bonds separate strips of wood into one block, which is then shaped as a single object. Every mating face has to be worked dead flat and dead square first, because a join is only as invisible as the surfaces going into it. A gap of a fraction of a millimetre shows as a dark line against Boxwood, and it cannot be corrected afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJaya adds a second problem on top of that. The stripes are horizontal, but the shape narrows to a point at the bottom — so as the form tapers, the two bands sit at different widths, and they have to be placed so the spacing still reads as deliberate once the diamond closes to a tip. Then the faces are hollowed, which cuts across the bands at a changing depth. A stripe that wandered by a hair at the joining stage becomes obvious the moment the surface curves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tips are the last risk. Ebony is dense but brittle at a fine point, and there is no recovering a chipped tip — the piece is scrapped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA stud that still reads as a statement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost statement earrings solve the problem by hanging lower. Jaya doesn't. At 4 cm across it sits flat against the lobe and gets its presence from width and contrast instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes it a rare thing: an earring with real visual weight that stays put. Nothing swings into your neck, nothing catches on a dupatta, and there is no drop to worry about when you tip your head. For anyone who finds danglers impractical but finds plain studs too quiet, this is the middle answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to style Jaya\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSarees:\u003c\/strong\u003e excellent with handloom, cotton and tussar in cream, mustard, rust, black and deep green. The banding echoes a woven border without repeating it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOffice and everyday:\u003c\/strong\u003e a stud that reads as considered rather than decorative. Nothing moves, nothing distracts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-neck and collared blouses:\u003c\/strong\u003e the natural pairing. A closed neckline leaves no room for a necklace, and a 4 cm stud fills that gap without crowding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFestive wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Durga Puja, Diwali and daytime functions, where warm wood holds its colour in sunlight better than metal does.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWestern wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e linen, black, cream, denim, sharp tailoring — the geometry suits a clean silhouette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne caution: keep striped or checked fabric away from this pair. The banding is the whole point and a competing stripe flattens it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut your earrings on after perfume, makeup and skincare have settled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake them off before bathing, swimming or exercising — moisture is what stresses a join over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after each wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in the box or pouch provided, away from moisture, direct sunlight and heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle by the metal posts rather than the wooden face, and take care of the tips — they are the most vulnerable part of the design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDispatched within 2–3 working days. Free shipping on prepaid orders within India; delivery is typically 2–3 days to metro cities and 5–7 days elsewhere in India. Cash on Delivery is available at selected locations with a ₹50 cash-handling charge. Jaya ships worldwide, arriving within 5–10 days of your order — import duties and local taxes are payable by the recipient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow big are they?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e4 cm across the diamond, point to point. That is statement width for a stud — wider than most — which is exactly the intention.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre the pale stripes painted on?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Each of the two stripes is a separate strip of Boxwood joined edge to edge with the Ebony, and the block is shaped afterwards. The colour runs all the way through the wood rather than sitting on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat woods are used?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo. Ebony for the body, Boxwood for the two stripes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the gold colour real gold, or metal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeither. It is Boxwood, which is naturally a pale honey gold and warms further as it is cut and polished. In daylight the polished surface throws back a good deal of light and can read almost metallic, but there is no plating or leaf on this pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow do they fasten?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePush-back studs on metal alloy posts. They sit flat against the lobe with no drop and no movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow much do they weigh?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e10 g the pair. A metal earring 4 cm across would weigh several times that, which is what lets a stud be this size without dragging on the lobe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the difference between joining and inlay?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoining bonds separate pieces of wood edge to edge and shapes the result as one object. Inlay cuts a channel into a solid piece and sets another wood inside it. Jaya is joined, which is why the stripes are broad bands rather than fine lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill the stripes wear off or fade?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. There is no surface layer to wear away and no dye to fade. Both woods deepen slightly with age, which tends to sharpen the contrast rather than soften it. Keep them out of direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCould the bands come apart?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot in normal wear. The joints are bonded and the block is shaped as one piece afterwards. What does stress a join is prolonged moisture, so take them off before showering or swimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre the points sharp against the skin?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tips are shaped and polished, not left as edges. They are fine against the cheek and the neck. They are, however, the part most likely to chip if the earring is dropped onto a hard floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre wooden earrings strong enough for regular wear?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEbony and Boxwood are both dense hardwoods, and each pair is hand-finished and quality-checked before it leaves us. Jaya handles daily wear. What it does not handle is being dropped onto tile or stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat if they get wet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eDry them straight away with a soft cloth and leave them in open air before storing. Brief contact is survivable; soaking, swimming and showering are not.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat are the posts made of?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMetal alloy. The wooden face — the part against your ear — is bare Ebony and Boxwood with no plating or coating. If your ears react easily to metal, please write to us before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo these work with a saree?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery well, particularly with handloom and cotton, and particularly with a high-neck or collared blouse where a necklace isn't an option.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill my pair look exactly like the photographs?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design will match. The exact stripe placement and the grain in each piece will not, because every strip is cut and fitted by hand and no two pieces of Boxwood carry the same figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSomething arrived damaged — what do I do?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMessage us on WhatsApp at +91 98301 50088 or email reachchandrakalakriti@gmail.com within 48 hours of delivery, with photographs and your unboxing video. The video is required for damage, missing and wrong-item claims, so please film yourself opening the parcel — it is much easier than sorting it out afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo you ship internationally?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, worldwide. Orders generally arrive within 5–10 days. Import duties, customs and local taxes are payable by the recipient, not included in what you pay us.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated designs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/varga-wooden-earrings\"\u003eVarga\u003c\/a\u003e — a bevelled Ebony square, if you want the geometry without the banding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/trinetra-wooden-earrings\"\u003eTrinetra\u003c\/a\u003e — three Ebony squares, plain and stacked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rukmani-wooden-earrings\"\u003eRukmani\u003c\/a\u003e — the same joining technique with Padauk in the mix, as a drop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/kala-wooden-earrings\"\u003eKala\u003c\/a\u003e — banded Boxwood and Padauk, if you prefer warmer tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vedika-wooden-earrings\"\u003eVedika\u003c\/a\u003e — three woods joined and run as a slim vertical bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How big are Jaya earrings?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"4 cm across the diamond, point to point. 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The pair weighs 10 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e a kite-shaped stud built from faceted squares of Boxwood and Ebony in a chequer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e joined — separate pieces of wood bonded edge to edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e the honey tone is Boxwood's own and the black is Ebony's own — no dye, stain or paint anywhere on this pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitting:\u003c\/strong\u003e stud post with push-back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFindings:\u003c\/strong\u003e metal alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 g per pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold as:\u003c\/strong\u003e one pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e India, from responsibly repurposed exotic hardwoods, handcrafted by skilled artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy a joined chequer is hard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA chequer only works if every square meets its neighbours exactly. Each piece of Boxwood and Ebony has to be cut true on every face it shares, because a joint is only as invisible as the surfaces going into it. One face slightly out of line and the pattern drifts, and there is no way to correct it once the pieces are bonded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFaceting adds a second test. After joining, the kite is cut into angled planes, and each plane crosses the seams between light and dark wood. If a joint were weak or uneven, faceting is where it would show. On a finished Ashtapada the lines run clean across every face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoxwood and Ebony are both dense hardwoods, which is what allows edges this crisp at this scale. The contrast is entirely the woods themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to style Ashtapada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSarees:\u003c\/strong\u003e handloom cotton, linen, tussar and mul in cream, mustard, rust, olive, black or ivory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFestive wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diwali, weddings, mehendi and daytime functions, where warm wood reads better than metal in sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKurtas and indo-western sets:\u003c\/strong\u003e solid colours let the chequer stand out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOffice and everyday:\u003c\/strong\u003e at 10 g, a stud you can forget you are wearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWestern wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e a white shirt or tee, black, denim and earth tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne caution: keep the outfit plain. A checked fabric fights directly with the chequer, and both patterns lose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut your earrings on after perfume, makeup and skincare have settled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake them off before bathing, swimming or exercising — moisture is what stresses a joint over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after each wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in the box or pouch provided, away from moisture, direct sunlight and heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLift and remove by the metal post and push-back, not by the wooden body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin:26px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDispatched within 2–3 working days. Free shipping on prepaid orders within India; delivery is typically 2–3 days to metro cities and 5–7 days elsewhere in India. Cash on Delivery is available at selected locations with a ₹50 cash-handling charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAshtapada ships worldwide, arriving within 5–10 days of your order — import duties and local taxes are payable by the recipient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReturns within 48 hours of delivery for damaged, defective or incorrect items. Please film an unboxing video — it is required for any such claim. Message us on WhatsApp at +91 98301 50088 or email reachchandrakalakriti@gmail.com and we will arrange a free reverse pickup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e3ddd3;margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does Ashtapada mean?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAshtapada is the Sanskrit name for the eight-by-eight chequered board on which chaturanga, the ancient Indian ancestor of chess, was played. The earring borrows the board's alternating light and dark squares.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre Ashtapada earrings solid wood or a wood-look material?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSolid wood. The pale squares are Boxwood and the black squares are Ebony, both real exotic hardwoods. There is no resin, laminate or printed wood-effect anywhere on the pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the chequer painted, inlaid or joined?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoined. The Boxwood and Ebony are separate pieces bonded edge to edge, so the pattern you see is the seams between real pieces of wood, not paint on a surface or lines set into a single block.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the yellow colour natural or stained?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNatural. The warm honey tone is Boxwood's own colour, deepened by cutting and polishing, and the black is Ebony's own. Nothing on this pair is dyed, stained or painted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow much do Ashtapada earrings weigh?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e10 g the pair. A metal earring with the same presence would weigh several times that, which is why they sit comfortably on the lobe all day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre these studs or danglers?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eStuds. Each earring sits flat on the lobe on a post with a push-back, with the point of the kite facing down.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat are the posts made of?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMetal alloy. The wooden body is bare Boxwood and Ebony with no plating or coating. If your ears react easily to metal, please write to us before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo Ashtapada earrings suit sarees?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, with plain or softly textured drapes such as handloom cotton, linen, tussar and mul in warm or earthy shades, or black and ivory. Avoid checked fabrics, which compete with the chequer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre they comfortable for office and daily wear?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. At 10 g the pair and sitting close to the lobe, Ashtapada is easy to wear through a full working day, and the black-and-honey contrast works with both Indian and western office wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat if my Ashtapada earrings get wet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eDry them straight away with a soft cloth and leave them in open air before storing. Brief contact is survivable; soaking, swimming and showering are not, because prolonged moisture is what stresses a joint over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill my pair look exactly like the photographs?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design will match. The exact grain and figure in each square will not, because the wood differs from pair to pair and every piece is cut and joined by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo you ship Ashtapada outside India?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Ashtapada ships worldwide and arrives within 5–10 days of your order. Import duties and local taxes are payable by the recipient.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e3ddd3;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;cursor:pointer;padding:11px 4px;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:none;\"\u003e▾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat if my pair arrives damaged?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 4px 16px 26px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMessage us within 48 hours of delivery with your unboxing video on WhatsApp at +91 98301 50088 or at reachchandrakalakriti@gmail.com, and we will arrange a free reverse pickup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated designs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/kavya-wooden-earrings\"\u003eKavya\u003c\/a\u003e — Boxwood cubes joined into a grid, above an Ebony-inlaid teardrop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/jaya-wooden-earrings\"\u003eJaya\u003c\/a\u003e — Ebony and Boxwood banded into a diamond stud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/niraja-wooden-earrings\"\u003eNiraja\u003c\/a\u003e — an Ebony cube above an inlaid Boxwood square\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mahek-wooden-earrings\"\u003eMahek\u003c\/a\u003e — Ebony inlay run as diagonals across a Boxwood diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What does Ashtapada mean?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Ashtapada is the Sanskrit name for the eight-by-eight chequered board on which chaturanga, the ancient Indian ancestor of chess, was played. The earring borrows the board's alternating light and dark squares.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Are Ashtapada earrings solid wood or a wood-look material?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Solid wood. The pale squares are Boxwood and the black squares are Ebony, both real exotic hardwoods. There is no resin, laminate or printed wood-effect anywhere on the pair.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is the chequer painted, inlaid or joined?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Joined. The Boxwood and Ebony are separate pieces bonded edge to edge, so the pattern you see is the seams between real pieces of wood, not paint on a surface or lines set into a single block.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is the yellow colour natural or stained?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Natural. 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