Bharatanatyam jewellery is an important part of the dance; it completes the look, highlights expressions, and helps a young dancer feel confident on stage. For beginners in the UK, choosing the right basic pieces from a trusted place like Giri UK makes the journey smoother for both parents and students.​

A standard Bharatanatyam jewellery set covers the head, ears, neck, waist, hands, and feet so that the dancer looks complete from every angle on stage. At Giri UK, you will find this under Dancewear & Jewellery, especially in their temple dance jewellery and accessories sections.​

Essential jewellery pieces for Bharatanatyam beginners

Instead of buying everything at once, beginners can start with a few must-have pieces and add more over time. Giri UK’s Dancewear & Jewellery section offers ready sets and individual accessories so you can build as per your need and budget.​

Key pieces to look for:

• A basic dance jewellery set
  A full Kemp Dance Jewellery Set is a wonderful starting point, as it usually includes the main essentials like a long necklace, a short necklace, vanki-style armlets, head ornaments, a belt, and earrings in a matching design. The result keeps the look uniform and traditional for the stage.
• Ghungroo (anklet bells)
  A worthy pair of bells is non-negotiable. Giri UK’s Ghungroo anklets (leather with brass bells) are designed for classical forms like Bharatanatyam. The ankle bells produce a clear, strong sound when the dancer stamps or performs adavus. These help beginners learn rhythm, timing, and correct foot pressure.​
• Hair accessories
  For the trademark Bharatanatyam hairstyle, explore Indian Hair Accessories & Juda Pins on Giri UK for buns, hair jewellery, clips, and flowers to complement the jewellery set. These keep the hair neat and complete the temple-dancer look.​

Costume and practice sarees
For classes and rehearsals, Bharatnatyam Practice Saree Sandalwood, Red, Orange, or Deep Red are comfortable and designed specifically for dance practice. Once performance time comes, you can move to a stitched Bharatanatyam dance costume from the Dance Costumes section.​

Who is this jewellery best suited for?

Bharatanatyam jewellery is used by:

• Young beginners doing their first school or temple show
• Intermediate students appearing for exams
• Adults learning as a hobby and performing at community events

If you are just starting in the UK:

• Begin with a Kemp Dance Jewellery Set, ghungroo anklets, and basic hair accessories.​
• Add practice sarees or dance costumes from the Indian Dance Costumes and Practice Sarees sections so the dancer can rehearse comfortably.​
• Keep everything together in a dedicated jewellery box so items are not lost between classes and shows.​

Over time, you can expand with extra bangles, alternative headpieces, and even deity-style jewellery for special thematic pieces or dance dramas.​

How to care for Bharatanatyam jewellery in the UK

Because of the weather and use of stage makeup and sweat, jewellery needs some basic care:

• Wipe pieces gently with a soft, dry cloth after each use to remove sweat and makeup.​
• Store jewellery in a dry pouch or box, away from moisture and perfume, to avoid dullness.​
• Keep ghungroos dry and occasionally check the leather straps or cloth for wear and tear.​

When not in use, jewellery, ghungroos, and costumes can be kept near your home altar as offerings of your art to the divine; many families place them respectfully near their puja space with a small diya.​

With Giri UK’s curated Dancewear & Jewellery, Dance Accessories, Practice Sarees, and connected puja items, Indian families in the UK can support their children’s Bharatanatyam journey with authentic, matching, and reliable products.​