Zodiac Signs Explained: Colours, Symbols & Stones — A Meaningful Guide to Wearing Your Sign

Introduction

Zodiac signs have always held a deeply personal place in our lives. They are not merely dates on a calendar or symbols we glance at in passing, but quiet markers of identity — reflecting our nature, our emotions, and the way we interact with  the world.

The colours we are drawn to, the symbols that resonate with us, and the stones that heal us and we feel comforted, often carrying an unspoken connection to our zodiac sign. When these elements come together in jewellery, they  bring fashion & style into something far more intimate — a way of wearing one’s sign as a reminder of oneself,  the balance, and belonging.

Bridging Western Zodiac Signs and Indian Astrology

In Western astrology, zodiac signs are determined by the position of the Sun at the time of birth. Indian astrology (Jyotish) uses a more time-specific lens, placing strong emphasis on the Lagna (Ascendant) — the zodiac sign or the rashi rising on the eastern horizon at the exact moment and place of birth.

Seen together, the Sun sign reflects our broader identity, while the Lagna reveals how that identity is expressed in detail. Both systems draw from the same archetypal symbols, colours, and stones — which is why zodiac jewellery can feel meaningful across traditions.

The Five Elements & Zodiac Temperaments

Indian philosophy understands existence through the Panchatatva — Earth (Prithvi), Water (Jal), Fire (Agni), Air (Vayu), and Space (Akasha). These elements are not only physical substances, but energies that influence the body, the mind, and our emotional balance. Our own body and the world outside is composed of these 5 basic elements.

The Zodiac Symbols and the Nature of Each Rashi

Each Rashi (zodiac sign) carries a symbol and a temperament — visual metaphors for how its energy moves through life.

Colours of the Zodiac (Planetary / Graha-based)

In Indian astrology, each Rashi is governed by a planet (Graha), and colours are traditionally associated with that planetary energy. In jewellery, these translate into stones, enamel tones, and subtle accents.

Zodiac Stones & Planetary Significance

Gemstones are traditionally associated with planetary energies (Navagrahas). In zodiac jewellery, they are chosen primarily for symbolic resonance and personal comfort.

Affordable Alternatives (Pratinidhi Ratna)

Natural gemstones can be expensive. Indian tradition also recognises substitute stones (pratinidhi ratna) as symbolic companions.

Choosing a Stone: Aligning Western & Indian Astrology

The Western Sun sign offers a broader expression of who you are — your visible personality, life force, and the qualities you naturally identify with. It gives a wide, intuitive understanding of the self.

Indian astrology refines this further through the Lagna (Ascendant). The Lagna reflects your finer nature — how you instinctively respond to life, what supports your balance, and what energies feel naturally aligned or misaligned with you. This deeper lens helps explain why certain colours, symbols, or stones feel harmonious, while others may feel heavy or unsuitable, even if they are traditionally associated with your Sun sign.

Seen this way, choosing a stone or symbol is not about correction or remedy, but about discernment and finer alignment — selecting what feels supportive to both your broader identity (the sun sign) and your subtler inner nature (your lagna).

Totapari’s Zodiac Collection

Drawing from this shared understanding of zodiac signs, planetary influence, and personal symbolism, Totapari has introduced its Zodiac Collection — a thoughtfully crafted series where form, stone, and meaning come together with intention.

Each piece is designed not as an astrological remedy, but as a personal emblem — symbols that reflect the Rashi, colours that echo planetary influence, and stones (traditional or alternative) chosen to feel intimate and wearable.