Bangles Beyond Aesthetics

Bangles are central to womanhood for Pakistani women. The history of bangles in the region dates back to the Indus Valley Civilisation. We often romanticise chooriyon ki khanak - but rarely do we pause to consider what they do for us in silence.

Beyond aesthetics, bangles interact with our bodies in fascinating ways. Gentle contact at the wrist influences blood circulation and even impacts heart-rate variability.

Our wrists are home to acupressure points that modern science has linked to relieving nausea, aiding digestion, and lowering stress levels. Bangles rest exactly on these points, applying subtle pressure with every movement. What seems like a simple accessory, then, is actually nudging our bodies towards balance and calm.

In Ayurveda, the wrist is considered a vital passageway for the flow of life force, or prana. Wearing bangles, in this sense, is more than a cultural practice. It is both symbolic and physical. They serve as a reminder to stay connected to your body, your energy, and perhaps even to yourself.

The soft jingling of bangles is not just a pretty detail—it engages our senses in a meaningful way. Rhythmic sensory cues have been proven to have soothing effects, calming the mind and grounding the listener. That gentle khanak may be doing more for your nervous system than you think.

And then, of course, there is the joy they bring. Science and tradition aside, bangles make for wholesome, heartfelt gifts. They carry meaning, beauty, and an everyday connection to heritage.

Gentlemen, take notes: the next time it’s your sister’s birthday, when you want to surprise your mother with something thoughtful, or when your girl is upset, a set of bangles may be the perfect gesture.

Bangles are not just jewellery. They are touch, sound, memory, medicine, and tradition woven into a simple circle of glass or metal. To us, beauty and well-being are not always separate things - they can, are, and will always be one and the same.