Shiv Thali Mangalsutra

Working with Jinal was a unique and special experience. She incredibly talented! When I came to her to create a custom mangalsurta, I immediately knew I was in the right hands. She heard what I was looking for and provided a variety of custom sketches. From there we met to tweak the design and in a few short weeks I had my custom piece. It was a pleasure working with Jinal and Sampat Jewellers!

I’ve had my eye on a mangalsutra from Sampati for a while and finally decided to go for it. It is just as cute and dainty as pictured. One minor issue is that the diamond pieces flip over quite frequently but honestly it looks pretty that way too. Lovely!

My wife is an accomplished professional artist and therefore she is very selective about design and quality. As an European, she comes from a different culture but wanted to wear a mangalsutra to show appreciation for her husband’s culture. She searched through hundreds of designs and have looked at multiple mangalsutras on her trips to India. Generally both quality control and lack of contemporary designs were impediments for her. Finally, at Sampati, we found something that met her design aesthetics and quality needs. The mangalustra was delivered on time and looks beautiful.

For years, I have been looking for a traditional, yet refined mangalsutra. I wanted something elegant and long enough that I could wear closer to my heart and I had a really specific image in my mind with a juxtaposition of several different ideas..

I have always been inspired by traditional meenakari work that includes enamel work and delicate details and a more vintage finish. In this process, it was important to me to honor my husband's Maharastrian heritage while creating something that felt unique and personal to us as a couple. I wanted something that "read" mangalsutra with the black beads, but was not overworked. Everyone kept trying to get me to have dual tone or Indo-western looks that didn't resonate with me. I wanted something traditional and modern at the same time, and this totally stumped everyone I have talked to. Jinal listened so carefully, and really got into my head in a way that I did not expect at all.

Jinal, I have watched your designs for years and I loved the Tuberose, due to the marquise stones. It took me a long time to take the plunge on the internet company. I am glad that I (finally) did.

Whenever I talked to traditional jewelers, they could not envision what I described when I said "meenakari with diamonds". People just could not imagine what I was describing, let alone sketch it out. And the final piece feels like an heirloom.

The beauty of the piece is really in the 3 dimensional nature of the locket, that doesnt really come across in the picture, but is a really a unique feature when I wear it. The chain also, is just the right amount of sparkle without being too overwhelming. I love how it's easy to adjust and Jinal customized the number of black beads that felt right to me.

She came up with several other concepts that I think each could work for different lifestyles. I love the idea of the black bead with a halo of diamonds or a double halo vati with a 3d look as well. She does a beautiful job with the infinity concept as well as unique bars. Since I am so picky, I really didn't expect to like multiple designs. I was thrilled to see her promise as a designer who really can translate vision.

Ultimately, the braid detail encircling the vatis is so special to me as this mangalsutra now represents the intertwined nature of our lives as well as our children in addition to aligning with the overall vati concept. It's a modern take on the "sutra" aspect that really feels true my life without compromising on the traditional heritage.

Jinal, it was so fun to work with you and have you listen to my vision and work tirelessly to bring it to life. I appreciate the opportunity to talk with you and iterate through the design. You are a very talented designer.

My only feedback would be to ship via fedex or something mkre secure. The usps person put it in our mailbox without signature. It would have been devastating if it had been lost after all of that.

I am in love with the design.

Can’t wait to wear it! It is beautiful.

Very comfortable to wear and perfect with western wear also

The poem is a great touch and so lovely.

Thank you so much for such wonderful pieces. We love them!
We really appreciate your efforts and time you gave to develop these pendants for us. Also, the personal Poem with were cherry on the top.

Thank you very much for the bracelet, it is really very beautiful. I liked it a lot. Thanks for putting so much effort

Love love love.. the kohinoor earrings and the mangalsutra.. very happy with my purchase and the customer service.. Jinal is so helpful in customizing. Thank you!!

I received the mangalsutra and earrings - they look LOVELY in-person!

I love Sampat jewelers! They make pieces for me all the time, which I use personally and as gifts :) I highly recommend Jinal and her team, they have excellent customer service and presentation. They even sent me flowers on my anniversary!!

I love my Feather Hoop nose ring! It looks stunning and instantly uplifts your look. It’s super comfortable on the nose and not too heavy. Jinal was amazing to work with and so responsive. She made sure that I got exactly what I was looking for. Thank you so much!

I love my necklace that I bought from Sampat Jewelers. They even made an adjustment to the design after I received it. They are very customer focused! Thank you !