Maharashtrian Nath and Nose Rings for Women

Put on a nauvari, add a chandrakor on the forehead, and the look still feels incomplete until the nath goes on. The Maharashtrian nath, with its curved shape and rows of white moti, is one of the most recognisable pieces of our culture. At Shree Radhe Pearls we keep a small range of nath designs, along with simpler nose rings for women who want something for regular wear.

Why the nath matters in a Maharashtrian look

For many families, the nath is part of the bride’s shringar, just like the mangalsutra and green bangles. It is also worn for Mangalagaur, Gudi Padwa, Ganpati and the Shobha Yatra, and by dancers for lavani performances. Even girls who never wear a nose ring on normal days want one for the photos at a haldi or a sangeet.

We see this every year before Gudi Padwa. Groups of friends come in together, all wearing nauvari for the Shobha Yatra, and every one of them wants a nath to finish the look.

Choosing a Maharashtrian nath for your face

A Maharashtrian nath sits on one side of the nose and curves over the upper lip. Because it sits right on the face, it is worth choosing carefully.

Size and shape

If you have a small face or a small nose, pick a smaller nath. A big one can cover too much of the lip and feel heavy. Brides and dancers usually go a size bigger because it shows well from a distance and in photos. I always tell customers to hold it up to their face in the mirror before deciding. It takes ten seconds and saves a lot of second thoughts.

Stone and moti colour

The classic Maharashtrian nath has white moti with a pink or green stone in the centre. Pink looks lovely with a paithani in bright colours. Green goes well with green bangles and a yellow or green nauvari. If you only want one nath for everything, pick white moti with a pink stone. It matches most sarees.

Clip-on or pierced?

Not everyone has a pierced nose, and that is completely fine. We may have both clip-on and pierced options depending on the design. If you are unsure which one you need, WhatsApp us a question before you order and we will guide you.

Nath jewellery for every occasion

Our nath jewellery range is small but covers the main needs, from a full bridal look to a simple everyday piece.

Weddings and Mangalagaur

For a wedding, the nath is usually worn with the full traditional set, a thushi, a Kolhapuri saaj and green bangles. For Mangalagaur, many newly married girls wear the same bridal nath once more, because the photos with friends and family are just as special.

Everyday nose rings for women

Not everyone wants a big nath every day. We also keep smaller, simpler nose rings for women who like a little shine for office or college. These look nice with kurtis and western clothes, and you can still wear the bigger Maharashtrian nath on festival days.

Caring for your nath

These are imitation pieces with moti and stones, not real gold or real pearls. With a little care they stay beautiful for many festivals.

Cleaning and storage

Wipe the nath gently with a soft, dry cloth after wearing, especially where it touches the skin. Keep it away from water, perfume and makeup setting spray. Store it in a small box on its own.

Keep the shape

The curved wire is delicate. Do not press it inside a crowded pouch or bend it to adjust the fit too many times. If it gets slightly out of shape, straighten it gently with your fingers, very slowly.

Buy online or try it in our Pune stores

You can buy a Maharashtrian nath online on this page with secure payment, and prepaid orders above ₹1,499 ship free. If you want to try it against your face first, visit us on Laxmi Road, Aundh, Nal Stop (Erandwane) or Chinchwad. While you are here, you might also like our earrings and our full bridal collection.