Types of Matha Patti
The Matha (head) Patti (band) is a decorated head band for the hair. It is a gorgeous bridal head ornament also know as the Shringaar Patti or Damni. It has a maang tikka along with one or multiple chains which extend from the central maang chain and run along the hair line, above the forehead.
Single String Matha Patti
This simple yet elegant matha patti has a decorative chain attached to the center of the maang tikka. The single strand runs along the hairline and is for the minimalist bride.
The Dauni/Damni/ Double String Matha Patti
Slightly more grand than the single string, it lends a majestic look to the bride. The dauni is made of two elaborate chains which are attached to the center of the maang tikka on both sides. One strand runs along the hairline towards the temples and the other is placed in a similar manner but little higher on the head.
Layered/Multiple String Matha Patti
This matha patti has multiple strings attached to the maang tikka, which gracefully decorate the head with row upon row of pearls or small gems. The multi strand is a statement piece which draws attention the face.
The South-Indian Style
South Indian tikkas have a thick band running along the bride's hairline. They are often decorated with red, green kemp stones and pearls and enhance the bridal ensemble. It is part of the hair ornament set called the ‘thalai saman’ or ‘thalaikkachchu’.
The Half Matha Patti/ Side Matha Patti/ Pakeeza Style Matha Patti
The half matha patti is worn only on one side. There are multiple strands on one side only, attached to the maang tikka center. This side-swooped chain goes well with any hairstyle that does not need the center hair parting.
The Drape-Style (Mor Patti) Tikka
This beautiful style has elaborately decorated, layered side chains, which drapes the sides of the forehead. Very elegant looking but at the same time it gives a very royal look.
Rajasthani Style/ Sheeshphool/ Sheeshpatti/ Khaancha
This has two side panels (sometimes multiple) attached to the rakhdi in the center. Unlike the South Indian maatha patti , the side panels do not run along the hair line , but it placed slightly higher on the head. Another variation of this style is the Khaancha wherein the side panel are attached to the spherical part of the rakhdi.
The Tiara Tikka
This new trendy style is not the traditional type of matha pati. It is placed on the head like a tiara or a crown and gives the bride a princess look. It is very versatile and can suit both the Indian and western attire.
The All Chain - Side Style
This is another unconventional style with multiple chains and no pendant. The chains are draped asymmetrically across one side of the head.
Single String Matha Patti
This simple yet elegant matha patti has a decorative chain attached to the center of the maang tikka. The single strand runs along the hairline and is for the minimalist bride.
The Dauni/Damni/ Double String Matha Patti
Slightly more grand than the single string, it lends a majestic look to the bride. The dauni is made of two elaborate chains which are attached to the center of the maang tikka on both sides. One strand runs along the hairline towards the temples and the other is placed in a similar manner but little higher on the head.
Layered/Multiple String Matha Patti
This matha patti has multiple strings attached to the maang tikka, which gracefully decorate the head with row upon row of pearls or small gems. The multi strand is a statement piece which draws attention the face.
The South-Indian Style
South Indian tikkas have a thick band running along the bride's hairline. They are often decorated with red, green kemp stones and pearls and enhance the bridal ensemble. It is part of the hair ornament set called the ‘thalai saman’ or ‘thalaikkachchu’.
The Half Matha Patti/ Side Matha Patti/ Pakeeza Style Matha Patti
The half matha patti is worn only on one side. There are multiple strands on one side only, attached to the maang tikka center. This side-swooped chain goes well with any hairstyle that does not need the center hair parting.
The Drape-Style (Mor Patti) Tikka
This beautiful style has elaborately decorated, layered side chains, which drapes the sides of the forehead. Very elegant looking but at the same time it gives a very royal look.
Rajasthani Style/ Sheeshphool/ Sheeshpatti/ Khaancha
This has two side panels (sometimes multiple) attached to the rakhdi in the center. Unlike the South Indian maatha patti , the side panels do not run along the hair line , but it placed slightly higher on the head. Another variation of this style is the Khaancha wherein the side panel are attached to the spherical part of the rakhdi.
The Tiara Tikka
This new trendy style is not the traditional type of matha pati. It is placed on the head like a tiara or a crown and gives the bride a princess look. It is very versatile and can suit both the Indian and western attire.
The All Chain - Side Style
This is another unconventional style with multiple chains and no pendant. The chains are draped asymmetrically across one side of the head.
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