Sunday, 9 June 2013

The Versatility Of Beaded Fashion Jewelry

By Liliana Mills


Beaded fashion jewelry is not only affordable but is available in a vast range of colors and styles. There is a wealth of choice to suit all occasions and moods. Pieces like necklaces, earrings and bracelets may be found to suit your sense of style and personality, enhancing every outfit you wear.

Since ancient times, beads have been made for decorative reasons. At first they were made out of whatever was available such as animal bones, teeth, colored stones and even seashells. It was only after fire was discovered that glass beads began to be made. The earliest glass beads were made in Mesopotamia and both the Egyptians and Phoenicians were also well known for their glass beads.

A vast variety of materials are used today for making beads. Natural materials like stones, shells and wood are still used but other materials like metals are also popular. Pewter and silver alloys are often used. Glass beads are still popular today although not many of them are still hand made.

The type of material used for the beads influences the style of the piece. Crystal beads usually have facets and sparkle that makes them more suited for special occasions or formal events. Wooden beads are often used for ethnic designs that go well with a bohemian, earthy style. Different materials may be mixed creatively to produce modern, trendy designs.

You can find colors to suit any outfit. As well as all the primary colors like red, blue, green and yellow there are many other rich, interesting combinations like coffee, peach, amber and honey. Skin tone is usually taken into account when choosing colors. With increasing globalization, influences from other nations are showing in colors too with bright, bold African colors in ethnic designs proving very popular.

Whether your style is more classic or contemporary there is something to suit every taste, from a simple pendant to a chunky, many stranded and colored bracelet. The advantage of this type of jewelry is that it does not cost a fortune so you can put together a whole look with a few pieces chosen to suit your particular clothing style.

Beads that are on trend today are often inspired by nature. Insects, leaves and flowers are all used for inspiration. The interest in recycling has also had its influence, with items being reworked and new beads added to make them more contemporary. Another trend is combining many different materials to create items.

Buying online is an easy way to purchase items of this nature. Not only is there an amazing array of items to choose from but many of the prices are reasonable too. You can make your selection according to material, color, size, design or price. Some sellers even offer customized items.

The popularity of beaded fashion jewelry keeps increasing as it allows for such versatility. Both young and old can find items that suit their budget. They can afford to buy items that suit their personalities and express their style.




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