Get the perfect nath look with these stylist-approved tips

Amidst the sea of influencers swarming the Cannes 2024 red carpets with their garden variety poofy ball gowns actor Chhaya Kadamrsquos appearance stood out for all the right reasons In her two outings one in a saree and the other in a more structured jacket and trousers ensemble Kadam proudly owned her Maharashtrian roots by wearing a traditional nath as a key accessoryThe actress wears her motherrsquos sari and nath at her Cannes debut Pic courtesyGetty Images InstagramldquoThis trend points to the growing popularity of and acceptance for traditional jewellery worn in unlikely pairingsrdquo says personal branding expert and image consultant Mihika Bhanot She adds that while a large nath is best reserved for traditional events or if yoursquore among the favoured few red carpet struts nose jewellery in its contemporary iterations has been gaining far more favour in recent times whether for social dos or at the workplace She shares her tips on acing the trend in styleKadam left with the cast and director at the premiereThe perfect shapeAlways remember that a nose pin draws a lot of attention to your face and becomes the focal point of your entire look If you have a large nose a smaller pin with a sparkling stone will be your best bet while a broader nose looks most attractive with a septum piercing Those with small and pointed noses can wear a simpler pearl or stone design or even a small hoop Similarly if you have a very angular face with strong features opt for designs that soften the sharpness advises BhanotSonam Kapoor sports a nath at Cannes 2013Colour it rightSilver and gold are two popular choices when it comes to nose jewellery mdash the former is better suited to cooler skin tones while the latter works best if your skin has warm undertones ldquoMake sure to balance your nose pin or ring with another piece of jewellery For instance if you wear a diamond nose pin wear a bracelet or watch thatrsquos studded with crystals If your nose jewellery is goldtoned wear mixed metal bracelets or rings to add some symmetry to your lookrdquo shares Bhanot She advises steering clear of black nose jewellery which she says works on very few face types and skin tonesMihika BhanotStart smallIf yoursquove never experimented with nose jewellery before Bhanot suggests first wearing a bindi on your nose to determine the placement the size and the shape of your piercing ldquoGauge how it frames your face and other features and take the plunge only after yoursquore completely confident When picking out your first pieces remember that rings are easier to clean and maintain as compared to studs although studs can be visually less overwhelming Consider these factors before you take the plungerdquo she addsFlorence Pugh wears a septum ring PICS COURTESYINSTAGRAMStrike a balanceRemember that your nath or nose ring will be the highlight of the outfit Keep the rest of your look relatively subtle so that it doesnrsquot compete with your facial jewellery Donrsquot stack on too much jewellery for an everyday look mdash for instance large earrings or a chunky ring when paired with nose jewellery can easily overwhelm you Minimal basic pieces of apparel work best for a fusion look that features a nose ring Of course you can go all out for festive or special occasions Bhanot signs offPro tipsgtgt If you are wearing a largersized nath prep with a numbing creamgtgt Moisturise your nostril well to ease any discomfort while wearing the nathgtgt Use a piece of doublesided tape when wearing a larger piece This keeps your nath secure and lends supportgtgt Clear silicone or rubber backings can also help to secure your nath and keep it from slipping off your nose