Long before most jewellery we wear today existed, women in this part of the world wore gold at the ankle. The khalkhal is one of the region’s oldest ornaments — and its modern descendant, a whisper-light 18K chain, is one of the most quietly fashionable pieces you can wear right now.
An ornament with a long memory
Anklets appear in the region’s poetry, songs and wedding chests going back generations. The traditional khalkhal was substantial; the modern anklet keeps the grace and drops the weight — a fine chain, sometimes carrying a small charm or two, that moves with every step.
Why it suits this moment
Sandal season here lasts most of the year, and the barely-there jewellery mood — fine chains, small charms, light layers — is exactly what an anklet is. It is jewellery you feel more than see: a glint at the ankle rather than an announcement.
Getting the size right
Wrap a strip of paper snugly around the narrowest part of the ankle, just above the ankle bone, and measure it in centimetres. Add 1.5 to 2 cm for a comfortable drape. Most women’s anklets run 22–25 cm; the product page lists each piece’s length.
Wearing it well
- One ankle, one anklet. The charm of the piece is its lightness — a single fine chain says more than a stack here.
- Either ankle is correct. There is no rule; wear it where it feels natural.
- 18K wears easily. At 75% purity the metal is hard enough for the knocks an ankle takes — just wipe the chain dry after the beach, as you would any gold.
Quick answers
Is an anklet a good gift?
A quietly excellent one — it is personal without needing a ring size, and less expected than a bracelet. If the length is wrong, there is the usual 15-day exchange at our Sharjah branch.
Can it be worn every day?
Yes — that is the point of the lightweight version. Choose a simple chain for daily wear and save charm details for open shoes.
See the current pieces in the 18K anklets collection — weight beside the price, delivered across the UAE.
