A mattal is a decorative chain that connects your earring to your hair . It helps support heavy earrings (so your ear doesn’t hurt) At the same time, it adds a royal and elegant look Gives a complete bridal / festive look Common in South Indian weddings & temple jewellery styles Available in simple chains to heavy, stone-studded designs One end attaches to the earring (jhumka/stud) The other end is pinned into the hair above the ear