Bracelet

Surely in the arsenal of every woman there are several bracelets, earrings, chains and other jewelry. Without them, it is almost impossible to imagine even a casual and simple bow. Bracelet - one of the most feminine and beautiful jewelry. A variety of models allows you to easily find a decent accessory to any image. Today, designers offer a wide selection of classic, concise, strict, extravagant, fantasy and other variations on this topic.

The history of this jewelry has a huge number of years. Even the ancient women of the Paleolithic era had a tendency to self-color. This is evidenced by archaeological finds. At that time, the bracelet was nothing but a stone with a hole.

In the years of the Neolithic, the ancient men used a strip of skin on their wrist. This reduced the load on the hand while throwing a spear. Now this attribute is widely used in sports disciplines.

Later, the bracelet was used as a talisman. It was made from mammoth tusk, wood, stone, or other improvised materials. Ancient people believed that such an object protects a person and his home from evil spirits.

The ancient period of human development gave the bracelet a second birth. The ancient Greeks, Egyptians, Romans began to actively use the accessory as an ornament. And both male and female. It was made of copper, bronze, and precious metals - gold and silver. It was decorated with various ornaments (lions, leaves, images of divine beings).

The material and appearance of the product could tell a lot about its owner. For example, wealthy and well-off people bracelets were made of precious metals and expensive stones. The rulers and priests had the right to wear several bracelets of different widths at the wrist and forearm.

The ancient Egyptians began to use the accessory to decorate not only hands, but also legs. Bracelets for warriors were nominal. Representatives of the lower classes wore the cheapest copies - from fabric or stone.

In the Middle Ages, noble metals were used to make accessories. Such jewelry was worn by representatives of the nobility. The townspeople decorated themselves with glass bracelets, and the peasants wore copper, leather or textile accessories. They were put on the left or right wrist, forearm. It was possible to wear one or several bracelets at once over clothing or on bare hand.

Metal decorations in appearance were divided into several groups:

• by way of closing (closed, folding or open);
• by type of production (cast or forged);
• by type of decoration (woven, twisted or plate).

Later specimens were made of enamel and decorated with images of various animals. Then came the chain bracelets that adorned not only the wrists, but also the ankles.

The 20th century has made the range of bracelets even more diverse. New geometric shapes (triangle, rectangle, trapezium) appeared, plastic, leather, silicone, glass, fresh flowers began to be used as materials.

The appearance of accessories has also undergone a number of changes. Today, the decoration can look like a chain, ribbon, a multi-plate construction, a solid canvas, and also take other forms.

Translated from English, the bracelet means “decoration designed for a hand or a foot”. Worn by women, men and children.

All bracelets are conventionally divided into several groups:

By the type of material used decoration can be:

• metal;
• wooden;
• textile;
• leather;
• rubber;
• silicone;
• from live or artificial flowers;
• plastic;
• glass;
• woven of threads or beads.

By type of locking mechanism:

• open;
• with zip fastener;
• with latch;
• with the hinge mechanism;
• Velcro.

By type of construction:

• soft (chain, woven and gliderous);
• rigid (articulated, spring, closed).

Among the most popular models there are several:

1. Snake. The decoration has a spiral shape resembling a snake silhouette.
2. Mitts. Often woven from beads. The model closes the brush, leaving free fingers.
3. With spikes (most often metal).
4. Chain (links of different shapes and lengths are interconnected by various weaving options).
5. Clock. At the same time and decoration, and functional subject.
6. "Pandora". You can create and decorate your own jewelry with the help of links - charms that are purchased separately. They can be in the form of animals, hearts, and other interesting figures. They are going to a chain or cord.
7. Tennis bracelet. Elegant, delicate object, adorned with stones, most often, with diamonds.

According to the interweaving of links, a bracelet can be:

1. Crustacean. Links are unfinished eights lying in the same plane.
2. Anchor. The links are perpendicular to each other.
3. Venetian. In the section of the link is a rectangle.
4. Byzantine. The original version of weaving, in which the usual links are intertwined with twisted eights.
5. Royal. Links are made in the form of a crown.
6. Rollo. The round links are perpendicular to each other.
7. Perlina. The bracelet is made of balls that resemble the appearance of small pearls.
8. Bismarck. Two rows of spiral twisted links.
9. Double diamond. Links are made in the form of a diamond.
10. Singapore. Outwardly, such a bracelet looks like a twisted chain.
11. Lace. Close links, connected by any kind of classic weaving.
12. Nonna. The links are located in each other, creating a volume, openwork weaving.
13. Fox's tail. Links alternate, slightly “crawling” on each other.

The thickness of the bracelets can be thin, wide or medium thickness.

Thin models look good on a fragile, graceful girl. Massive, wide decorations are great for everyday life, they can be combined with ordinary clothes. Medium-thick bracelets are appropriate in a business wardrobe.

By location. Today, bracelets can be worn not only on the wrist, but also on the ankle and forearm.

According to the style of execution. In the new season, ethnic models are very popular, as well as wrist bracelets, which are worn simultaneously on the hand and the finger and connected by a chain.

• Boho-style bracelets are bright, original jewelry of unusual shape, made of textiles, feathers, beads, lace, stones, metal and other materials.
• Oriental accessories look very sophisticated. Fans of catchy, unusual jewelry can pay attention to models in the Egyptian, Celtic or Slavic style. Egyptian bracelets are made of gold or other metal, but it must necessarily be yellow. Decorated with ancient Egyptian symbols, figures and other elements.

• Vintage jewelry is often decorated with ribbons, precious stones, beads, beads, lace. This accessory is easy to make on your own, especially as handmade jewelry is especially appreciated today.Stacked bracelets can be made of any material: stones, beads, rhinestones, pendants, plastic or wooden figures.

• Bracelets can be not only jewelry. Costume jewelry is a great way to make any image brighter and more dynamic and for much more affordable money!

By their functionality, bracelets are also divided into several large groups:

1. Decorative. Jewelry or costume jewelry. They serve as decorations and additions to everyday, business, evening image. Made from all sorts of materials. They are divided into different groups by design, material, width, the presence of decorative elements and other characteristics.
2. Cardio bracelets. Usually used for active sports. “Smart” gadgets will allow you to control the pulse and the general condition of the body during cycling, running, power loads.
3. Bracelets beads. At the same time, they are both an ornament of the hand and a spiritual attribute. They are made of different stones, most often made sliding to securely fit on the wrist of any width.
4. Bracelet amulet. Worn as a kind of talisman or amulet. It is made of stones, various pendants, threads, metal elements.
5. Jewelry with meaning. Such bracelets perform not only a decorative function, but also carry a certain semantic load. For example, metal jewelry with engraving, reminiscent of a memorable date. Can be supplemented with appropriate inscriptions.
6. From nausea for pregnant women. Bracelets can carry not only spiritual or aesthetic load, they can also provide quite physical assistance, for example, to suppress nausea attacks in pregnant women. The principle of their operation consists in a slight pressure on certain points of the body, as a result of which unpleasant sensations disappear. There is no feeling of drowsiness, apathy, or other side effects.

Among the abundance of modern jewelry, there are several that will be especially relevant and in demand in the new season.

1. Multilayer or multi-row bracelets. Consist of two, three or more rows. They can be made of beads, glass, charms, figures of different materials. Particularly interesting are the options in ethnic, folk or oriental style.
2. With spikes. Most often these are metal spikes on a leather bracelet. This accessory looks very brutal, tough and even aggressive.
3. In the form of animals The animalistic theme has remained popular for many years in prints of clothes and accessories. These can be cute “children's” bracelets decorated with bears, kittens, birds. And there may be sharper options: with dragons, scorpions, cobras.
4. Wicker accessories. A great option to show your imagination and create an exclusive decoration with your own hands. For example, weave a bracelet braid of strips of leather or textiles and decorate it with hearts or letters. Or create a more original model of paper strips - an origami bracelet. And you can buy a wicker jewelry model of gold or silver.
5. With rhinestones. You can do it yourself, but jewelry decorated with sparkling crystals will look more luxurious and elegant. Such accessories are created for an evening look.
6. Original products. When creating such jewelry fantasy can be truly limitless. For the decoration of the product can be used anything that comes to mind or hand. Among the original products, models with skulls, a cross, colored balls, buttons, pins, dried berries and fruit bones, as well as LED decorations or even a holographic bracelet can be distinguished. Bracelets with multi-colored enamel look very unusual, products from angel heart multicolored elastics, and ornaments made with tatting technique will perfectly complement any romantic image.
7. Pair of decorations. Bracelets for couples are made of various materials.They can be of different colors, thicknesses, widths, designs, but must be stylistically intertwined with each other. For example, each accessory can be decorated with a half heart.

A bracelet can be made of virtually everything that is at hand, so the list of materials used is simply incalculable.

1. From the thread. It can be a wicker ornament or just a thin thread that ties up the wrist.
2. From tubes (paper or plastic, color or monophonic).
3. From stones and various minerals. A diamond, pearl, sapphire, ruby, coral, amber bracelet, moonstone jewelry, lapis lazuli, turquoise will be a real highlight of any image. Most often, precious stones are framed in gold or silver.
4. From fabric. Usually these accessories are made by hand. Bracelets of soutache, leather, wool, suede are great for casual wear, such as jeans and top. Lace, satin, silk decorations will effectively complement any evening dress.
5. Made of metal. These bracelets are made not only of gold, silver or platinum. Metal bracelets made of copper, aluminum, steel, titanium or gold-plated jewelry can look no less impressive. It all depends on the design and the availability of the decor.

Costume jewelry is made from even more diverse materials. Here and Murano glass, and wood, and bones, and beads. This bracelet made of epoxy or seashells.

To measure the width of your wrist, it is best to use a tape, tailor's tape measure, tape, or thick wool thread. It is necessary to measure the distance on the part of the arm where the bracelet is to be worn. The tape should be placed freely, without tightening the brush. The resulting measurement must be converted to centimeters. If the bracelet is with large links or free enough, it is recommended to add another 1-2 centimeters.

And on the contrary - decoration with a large stone or on a frame basis should sit tightly on the arm, so there should be no reserve.

This table will tell you how to determine the size of the jewelry, based on the child’s age or the size of an adult’s hand. 1 inch = 2.54 cm.

Bracelets, like any other jewelry, are made in a wide range of colors so that you can choose the right fit for clothes of any color.

Versatile in color decorations look great with any outfit. First of all, it is a black, white, silver and gold bracelet. If it is supplemented with a large colored stone, then its shade should overlap with the color scheme of clothing and other accessories.

Multi-colored bracelets fit perfectly in the bright summer wardrobe. Here the main thing to consider the compatibility of different colors. For example, a green bracelet will perfectly set off a purple dress, and a rich pink will look great against a snow-white outfit. A deep blue accessory will best be in harmony with clothes of the same bright shade.

Multicolored jewelry is very self-sufficient, so they do not tolerate neighborhoods with other jewelry. Yes, and the ensemble of clothes is best to pick up in monochrome tones, so that the bracelet is not lost in bright colors.

On the one that is more convenient at the moment. Right-handed people prefer to wear jewelry on their left hand and vice versa. This is due to the issue of convenience so that the accessory does not cling and do not interfere during operation. However, this rule is very conditional.

If you have a watch on your left hand, then it is better to decorate your right hand with a bracelet.

A beautiful, catchy accessory for right-handers can be worn on the right hand. It is more involved, so the bracelet will often be in the field of view of others.

In the presence of a clutch bag or a small handbag in hand, a bracelet is put on the same hand.So the image looks more complete and harmonious.

To fasten a bracelet with one hand is not easy. The lock can be difficult, and the bracelet will constantly treacherously slide off at the most inopportune moment. A few simple tips will help you quickly and deftly deal with this task.

1. The easiest option is to glue the bracelet to the wrist with a piece of scotch tape so that it does not slip during fastening.
2. Magnetic latch. Some models have exactly this kind of lock. You do not need to fasten it, the magnetic halves will be attracted to each other. True, the mount itself is not very reliable. Among the other quickly fastened locks can be noted hooks, hinges and crutches.
3. Fastening with a clip. Stationery must be straightened and hooked with a hook hook ring. Hold the second end of the clip with your fingers. Now you can safely fasten the decoration.
4. With the help of thread. The long thread should be passed through the eyelet of the bracelet, then put the jewelry on the hand and hold the thread with your fingers. Zip the bracelet and remove the thread.

The bracelet is a versatile and practical decoration. You can wear it every day and wear under any image. It all depends on its shape, size, color, decor.

A thin silver or gold bracelet of a rigid form or a chain is perfect for any outfit: a strict suit, a light dress, jeans and a T-shirt.

The openwork metal bracelet looks beautiful with a dress - case or evening dress.

It is recommended to wear jewelry and jewelry in the style of hand-made with casual wear. It can be casual or romantic.

Expensive jewels, decorated with stones, are worn exclusively in solemn, special occasions with an elegant dress or an elegant trouser suit.

Several round bracelets of different widths will be a great addition to a casual look. The lack of elegant forms and decor makes the image more free and youth.

The abundance of jewelry does not always look vulgar and tasteless. For example, for a strict business dress in a white shirt and black skirt, you can wear several bracelets, chains and rings of different shapes. The main thing is that they are all designed in a single color scheme, and therefore the image does not look overloaded.