Indian Fashion, costume, imitation, artificial jewellery has introduced for more than 300 years and running through different culture and country. Whatever the name is, either costume or fashion or imitation, it won the popularity day by day only because it is a cheaper solution in respect of price not in look. It can be worn in any occasion, like new year party or birthday party or anniversary. Article Body: It is generally supposed that costume jewelry is made of some inexpensive materials included glass, plastic, base metals, synthetic stones etc. There are no uses of any precious metals like gold or platinum or any expensive precious stones or gems. So, costume jewelry or is sometimes called fashion jewelry or artificial jewelry or even imitation jewelry. Indian costume jewelry items are low in price range to buy but they are really beautiful. Similarly, designer jewellery sometimes gives you exceptional look matching with your outfit. Today the uses of Indian artificial jewellery are increasing day by day and frequently seen in fashions. Evolution of Indian costume designer artificial jewelry: From more than 300 years, Imitation or Artificial Costume jewelry has introduced and running through the people of different community and culture. At the beginning of 1700s, artificial jewellery was made with very cheap and simply available things like glass, bead, base metal, copper etc. But the tradition was changed in the 1800s while semi precious articles introduced in the market. At that time it became very common and general people start using the costume jewelry. In the starting of 1900s, costume jewelry stepped in a new era. Rhinestone materials were mixed with imitation costume jewelry and it got popularity among the European. After a while, it reached in another landmark by the hands of eminent designers in the 20th century. At the very beginning of 20th century, fashion or costume jewelry was made with rhinestones, nickel, brass, silver that were less valuable in India. Nowadays, a variety of materials are mixed with costume jewelry like crystals, semi-precious stones, cubic zirconia etc. These stones are not so expensive but give an expensive look. Sometimes, silver or gold plated brass and sterling are also used in crafting of costume jewelry.

Read more