She reaches up, threading a white jasmine bloom into her friend's braid. The Parandi swings gently — crimson and gold, adorned with pompoms — a whisper of every grandmother's dressing table, every festive morning, every Kerala celebration that smells of coconut oil and fresh flowers.
At Kanav, we believe that beauty is memory. And nothing carries that memory quite like a Parandi/Kunjalam.
What is a Parandi/Kunjalam?
A Parandi (also spelled Paranda) is a traditional South Indian hair accessory — a braided extension threaded with silk, wool, or fabric, often decorated with pompoms, tassels, and metallic accents. Worn by women across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Punjab, it transforms an everyday braid into a cultural statement.
Why the Parandi/Kunjalam is Having a Moment
From Onam photoshoots to wedding ceremonies, traditional hair accessories are reclaiming their place in modern fashion. Gen Z and millennial women are rediscovering the beauty of ethnic hair jewellery — not as costume, but as identity.
Search trends confirm it: "Parandi for saree", "Kerala hair accessories", "Onam hairstyle with Parandi" are all climbing steadily.
Kanav's Parandi — Handcrafted Heritage
Every Kanav Parandi is designed to complement the Kerala aesthetic — forest greens, deep reds, and gold accents that pair beautifully with Kasavu sarees, silk half-sarees, and festive churidars.
Whether you're dressing for Onam, Vishu, a wedding, or simply a day you want to feel rooted — our Parandi is made for you.