Oversized gemstone beads are back—and they're bigger, better, and bolder!

The gobstopper-sized beads of the 1980s are back on the necks of jewellery lovers. These aren’t a string of your grandmother’s pearls, but ultra-sized coloured gemstone balls. The bigger, the better—in every sense! Designed to sit snugly around your neck, the size of the beads draws attention to your face and décolleté. Experiment with a playful sense of style as these beads combine elegance with a touch of whimsy.

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This article first appeared in Harper's Bazaar India, September 2024, print edition. 

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