12/14/08

Bangles, baby, bangles.

by valmoloney

It's no wonder why Indian women are dripping in jewels. The selection at Taj is incredible, from bedazzled gold, silver and resin bracelets to oversized chandelier earrings to sparkly open-toed sandals to the most gorgeous saris you've ever seen. Pick up a dozen bangles for $8 for stocking stuffers or a last-minute birthday gift. Or do like me, keep a dozen for yourself. You'll feel like a goddess.

• Pros: All the baubles

West Ridge Indian jewelry and fashion emporium bedazzles the ladies from head to toe.

by Valerie Moloney

In Short
It's hard for customers not to walk in here feeling like they've stumbled across the private dressing quarters of an Indian princess. Costume jewelry sparkles everywhere: Bangles dotted with amethysts, emeralds and sapphires dangle from displays and oversized necklaces glisten with rhinestones in glass cases. The true jewels, however, may be the embroidered saris, which come in multiple colors and fanciful fabrics. Sandals--besparkled, of course--complete the regal look.