There is nothing nicer than dressing up for a formal or social occasion as you have a chance to stamp your personality with your attire for all to see. Many do not feel fully dressed unless wearing accompanying jewellery to complete the full look.
There are many styles and pieces of jewellery in different materials available to be worn on many parts of the body to suit all sexes and ages. Perhaps your choice may be to look at purchasing and wearing bracelets or bangles.
Worn on the wrist, a bracelet can be worn as an ornament, with cultural and religious significance which is believed to have first been worn from 5000 BC in Ancient Egypt. Bracelets were first made of wood, leather or even twigs progress led to precious metals like silver and gold and semi-precious metals being used along with stones of varying value, carving intricate designs. Originally a bracelet would be worn to ward off evil spirits and bring in prosperity.
There are many different types of bracelets, which can be worn depending upon the occasion. Here we look at formal events.
- When attending a formal meeting dangling charms and jingling bangles should not be worn as they could cause a distraction when reading. However, they are fine for weddings. Inspiration can be taken by visiting the Museum of the Jewellery Quarter in Birmingham.
- Spending a little more on a bracelet will ensure that it always stands the test of time and look classy. It could be in a combination of precious, such as solid silver, and semi-precious metals. Loud, colourful ones should be avoided, especially any that may have cartoon characters on them or are made with cheap, easily available plastic material. Sports bracelets are one to avoid at a formal occasion.
- A good option to accompany formal wear are bracelets containing diamond. It could even be faux diamonds as well as other precious and semi-precious stones. Tennis bracelets with a single row of diamonds are a must have for formal wear. To match formal work outfits, it is a good idea to opt for just plain bands, or gems and stones interlinked in a single row.
- Solid handmade silver bangles for women are perfect both for formal and casual wear with such items being historically recognised a symbolic feature, especially with accompanying jewellery and shoes to match. It also offers health benefits with silver having been considered a relief for pain for many years.
As for the choices of informal and casual outings and events:
- Stylish, chic and bracelets made with popular materials are the way to go when out with friends.
- Charm bracelets are a favourite item, for many young women, that come in a variety of styles and themes that can advocate a cause or attitude.
- Beaded bracelets can be made of wood, glass or plastic among other things and go great with lots of casual clothes.
Whatever the occasion wearing a bracelet will add style, class and add your personality to your attire.