The bracelet, decorated with natural stones, at all times was considered a welcome gift for any woman - regardless of the age and social status of the ladies. Precious stones in a frame of gold, silver and other metals are always fashionable, stylish and expensive (especially if this is not a standard variant, but an original designer jewelry). Such bracelets become heirlooms. They are inherited and worn on special occasions.
Modern designers offer a true abundance of different models, designed for special occasions and for every day. Products can be made of a variety of materials, differ from each other in shape, size, style, color.
Features and magical properties
The first bracelets with stones appeared a long time ago. Archaeological finds date to the appearance of such decorations of the Paleozoic era. Then for their creation bones and tusks of animals were used.
Gradually, a variety of materials were used to create bracelets, and precious and semi-precious stones were taken as jewelry. At first, such accessories could afford only wealthy and noble people. The current range of models has become much more diverse, jewelry is now more accessible, but of course, bracelets with natural stones are no less valuable.
Beautiful stone has always been considered one of the best options for jewelry jewelry and jewelry. It is not only about its unconditional aesthetic appeal, its highest strength, wear resistance and excellent compatibility with other materials. Natural stones have always been attributed magical and healing properties. Of them were made talismans and amulets, which were supposed to bring good luck, success in business, give health and protect from the unkind eye.
It is known that minerals suitable for a person according to the sign of the zodiac or other characteristics have a strong energy. They normalize pressure, eliminate headaches, help to relax and tune in a positive way. There is nothing surprising in the fact that stone therapy is actively practiced today.
Female models
The range of jewelry with natural stones is presented today with a variety of options. It can be wide, thin, single-row, multi-layered, home-made, jewelry.
One of the most common, inexpensive and practical options is a bracelet with an elastic band. This is a very light, feminine decoration, a beautiful summer casual accessory. To create it, transparent and matte pebbles of various shapes and sizes are used. They can be monophonic or alternate with stones of contrasting colors.
This accessory is easy to assemble with your own hands. For decoration used natural minerals, rhinestones, beads, artificial stones and other products. You can wear one bracelet or several pieces at once (on one or both hands). These products perfectly complement the short and long summer chiffon dresses, colorful sundresses, white tops, tank tops and blouses with pants, shorts and skirts. For the manufacture of such models are not the most expensive types of minerals.
Bracelets with pendants look more original and sophisticated. Usually, several materials of different texture (for example, stones and metal) are used to create them.Metal figures, hearts, flowers, letters and other elements are perfectly combined with transparent or colored stones of different shapes. The base can be the same rubber band or metal frame made of gold, silver and other materials.
The pendant can freely hang from the bracelet. There are several of them: they are usually symmetrically located across the entire width of the product.
Among the most fashionable models to date there are several:
- Bracelets made of gold and silver.
- Accessories with large stones. Such jewelry has always been very popular. They are catchy, noticeable, elegant.
- Models of textiles, leather, wood. This is a boho style jewelry - a very fashionable current. A great option for every day.
- Fenugreek. Original woven bracelet, adorned with several round stones of one or several colors.
Popular stones
When it comes to beautiful and expensive jewelry, usually these are gold, silver and platinum bracelets with precious stones. The larger and more expensive the stone, the more luxurious and expensive the decoration looks. Bracelets with sapphires, rubies, emeralds, diamonds - this is always a laconic, stylish design that allows you to fully reveal the beauty of each stone. A ruby, garnet or any other bracelet looks great in a frame of gold, silver, combined with diamonds. Such products are truly luxurious and are not only material but also aesthetic value.
Semiprecious stones are equally popular. Bracelets made of onyx, jasper, opal, amethyst, tourmaline, chrysoprase and other stones look very nice (largely due to the heterogeneous structure, interesting color of the mineral).
For lovers of delicate and romantic jewelry, silver bracelet with rose quartz, watermelon tourmaline or moonstone is perfect.
Women and girls who prefer the sea colors and shades of the first greenery should turn their attention to jewelry with topazes, chrysoprase or aquamarine.
Universal jewelry - a bracelet made of rock crystal. A clean and transparent stone perfectly sets off and complements any image.
Bracelets made of semiprecious and precious stones today are presented in various forms and designs: thin and wide, solid and with pendants, openwork and cast.
Jewels with large stones look perfect on wide, full wrists. A bright and large crystal looks more harmonious in an evening look, but this is not a prerequisite.
Minerals are used not only in jewelry. Jewelry with stones has always been and remains at the peak of popularity. This is especially true of high quality products. Such accessories imitate expensive items with precious stones very precisely. For their manufacture topazes, phianites, chrysoprase, citrines, quartz, aventurine, garnet, amethyst are used. Jewelery made of blood-red carnel in a frame of silver metal look luxurious. Unusual and original multi-tiered bracelets made of coral.
Many of these models are quite able to assemble independently. This requires beautiful pebbles or beads of minerals, wire, decorative metal elements and other available materials.
The bracelet can be decorated with one large stone or a small scattering of small ones. In many cases, the product is made in the same color range, but multi-colored stones can easily alternate. Silver ornaments with transparent pale blue, pink, green stones look great.
Colour
The color of natural stones is so diverse that it is easy to choose a suitable one according to its color type, taste or desire.
Black bracelets are versatile. They are perfect as a beautiful addition to the casual look, they can be worn with an evening dress and with a strict business suit.Such products are ideally combined with clothes, accessories of any color and are perfect for both girls and women. In addition, bracelets with black minerals are considered the strongest charms from the evil eye and physical impact. Such universal minerals include opal, pearl, quartz, onyx, agate, obsidian, jasper, jet, krovavik.
White stones are associated with openness, light, trust and purity. It is also a versatile option, perfectly in harmony with any clothes and various decorations. These minerals include moonstone, milky quartz, opal, white onyx, selenite.
Green stones have long been very popular among the creators of jewelry and jewelry. Beautiful, rich, deep color is represented by a variety of shades. All of them contribute to calm, normalization of pressure, relaxation. This group includes the luxurious emerald, grass-green demantoid, magnificent tourmaline, gentle chrysolite, refined sapphire, jasper, serpentine, beryl and other stones.
Pink minerals - stones of tenderness, kindness and romance. These are quartz, kunzite, garnet, sapphire, tourmaline, spinel, topaz, jade, morganite.
Blue stones are associated with the beauty of the sky and the sea. This group includes sapphire, spinel, lapis lazuli, tourmaline, aventurine, zircon.
There are many sunny yellow minerals. Such a joyful shade has always been associated with wealth and vitality. This category includes topaz, spinel, tourmaline, beryl, citrine, amber, jade, jasper.
In nature, there are minerals and other colors: brown, purple, orange, gray. These can be transparent or frosted stones. Many minerals contain several interesting shades at once, some are decorated with natural patterns and ornaments. These stones look best in the most simple and concise design, which emphasizes the natural beauty of the mineral.
What hand to wear?
There is no clear rule for wearing a bracelet with stones on any particular hand. Everyone solves this issue for themselves. Some women prefer to wear jewelry on the non-working hand (right-handed - on the left, left-handed - on the right).
There are some people who prefer to decorate the working hand. It is often in the spotlight, so the catchy, beautiful decoration will often be in the field of view of others. Sometimes a bracelet is decorated with a “happy” hand (women - left, men - right).
How to choose?
The choice of a suitable product can depend on many factors: taste, desire, reason, material well-being, age, build, color type. These are common signs. However, it should be remembered that natural stone has a special energy, and this or that mineral may not be suitable for everyone. This moment is definitely worth considering when buying.
One of the main criteria for choosing today is the sign of the zodiac. The bracelet with malachite, pearl or rhodonite will suit the representative of the fire element. Capricorns need to pay attention to jasper, carnelian and jewelry with a tiger eye.
Another popular selection criterion is the magical power of the stone. The cat's eye protects from the evil eye, rose quartz or pomegranate will help to charm your loved one, amethyst will contribute in financial matters.
A bracelet with stones (especially colored) is selected for a particular outfit - for example, an evening or cocktail dress. In this case, it is most reasonable to purchase a complete set of earrings, bracelet, ring and pendants so that the jewelry harmoniously combines with each other.
Sometimes when choosing a jewel, it’s enough just to pick it up in order to feel the heat emanating from the mineral. If the tactile sensations are pleasant, then the choice is made correctly.
And a few more general tips:
- A young girl of slender physique will not fit massive, large accessories.
- It is better for blonde-skinned blondes to choose light stones, dark-skinned women are more intense.
- For everyday attire, it is better to choose jewelry or classic jewelry made of silver and gold with small neat pebbles. Accessories with a complex design and products decorated with large crystals - only the evening version.
- Under the motley outfit, it is better to choose a stone, the color of which is present in clothing, or a universal option (black, white, transparent). If you choose clothes of rich color, the mineral can be matched in tone with the suit or create a contrast.
Beautiful images
Stylish jewelry with beads and stones of different shades (blue, milk) will perfectly complement any casual outfit.
A typical example is a set of sand jumper and jeans, a skirt. Things should be monotonous, because the flashy jewelry in itself attracts attention.
Several white bracelets of various shapes instantly transform even the most common office image. First, layering is one of the trends of the season. Secondly, the bracelets are worn right on the black turtleneck. They further enhance the contrast between colors.
A stylish multi-row bracelet made from green, blue beads perfectly complements any clothing - for example, a black embroidered top and jeans / pants / skirt. Spectacular decoration makes the image more vivid and original.