>Costume jewelry and fashion jewelry is one and the same. It refers to any adornment that is flashy and is made of inexpensive materials. It differs from fine jewelry (diamonds, gold, silver) in the sense that the raw materials used to make costume jewelry are easily available and economical. Jewelry made from wood, glass, synthetic [...]
> Earring styles and trends have indeed expanded catering to the preference of most people. Now, aside from the usual and typical ear pieces, there are also modern ear jewelries and the earrings that could be worn without piercing. Examples of such would be described below. Favorite Earring Styles Traditional earring styles and trends are [...]
>Antique jewelry – it’s gorgeous, soulful and can add sparkle to any outfit.Bangles – From gold to personalized sterling silver, it’s the year of the bangle bracelet.Cuffs – The bigger, the better; cuff bracelets continue to push the limit in terms of size.Details – From small embellishments to delicate handmade touches, the small stuff counts.Enamel [...]
>The next time you decide to deck yourself out in a piece of statement jewelry, think about what type of mood you want to achieve. Here, we examine some of the symbolism behind the color of gemstones. White – This color represents purity, youth, innocence and hope. It’s no wonder that pearls, mother of pearl [...]
> The first is black and white. The new take for this graphic combo is floral. Pretty all over large flowers. What’s really fresh for black and white is taking it in a less slick direction and adding a more textural attitude. I believe using fabric wrapped beads, printed ceramic, and glass beads from India [...]
>Ravelry.com is a one-stop source where knitters, crocheters, designers, spinners and dyers can find pattern information, keep track of their yarn and tools and get inspired. Signing up is free, though you must receive an invitation first, which usually takes about four days after you submit a request. Currently, there are more than 300,000 users, [...]
>Materials used for Fashion BroochesLet’s take a look at some of the materials used to make fashion brooches. GlassMetalPlasticHornBoneWoodStone
>Bar Brooch: Bar brooches are known so because of their long, narrow shape resembling a bar. Costume jewelry bar brooches are made of inexpensive metals, and studded with synthetic stones of all colors. Spray Brooch: These brooches have distinctive floral patterns replete with stems and leaves. Elaborate designs in beaded and studded styles makes these [...]
>The practice of wearing bangles is common amongst women, because these accessories add a touch of subtle glamor to their clothing. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular fashion jewellery bangles listed below. Square bangle: Available in metal, resin, and plastic, these bangles are fast gaining popularity. Some square bangles have the [...]
>Materials Used for Fashion Bangles Glass Metal Bone Wood Plastic Bakelite Lucite Bamboo Terracotta Beads Resin Shell
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