BANGLES

If you aim to sport one hot accessory this season take a lead from the Paris Fashion Show and let it be a bangle! This season's clothes are simple and well cut allowing the bangle to take centre stage as the latest 'must-have' accompaniment to every trend setter's wardrobe. With fashion industry forecasters endorsing everything from the elaborate to the unassuming, how can you go wrong? That said, there are some guidelines to ensure that your status as a style leader is not in jeopardy. 

There are two basic choices; oversized or understated! With a myriad of sizes, textures and materials to choose from how do you know what will work in Bangle Land and what can you do to prevent a bangle blunder?

This season the key word is contrast. Avoid patterns and forget symmetry! Gone are the days when 'pair' and 'bangle' were interlinked. Mix materials, shapes and designs to express individuality and flair.

Choose the best option for you based on occasion, mood and personal style. Just because something looks good on your favourite celebrity does not make it the right choice for you. The trend when opting for statement pieces is to be bold and confident with your choices. With costume jewelley back on the agenda, the bigger bolder pieces are attracting lots of attention on and off the catwalk. Instead of adding a bangle as an after- thought, let it be the focal point of your ensemble! Transform an outfit from simple to stunning in seconds. Be bold with your choices and set your own trends. With this option, less is definitely more. But remember, oversized does not imply gaudy! Choose one exquisitely crafted piece from a reputable designer to offset your whole look. Exude elegance and sophistication with an Adele Marie Italian influenced open multi beaded bangle, or scream refined panache with a contemporary woven sterling silver mesh design from Pistachio Jewellery. 

Another option is to co-ordinate bangle and bag like the Paris fashion models. If you want to mimic the catwalk models with this look, then opt for a vividly coloured bag, preferably with a tassle pull, and wear colourful bangles on the arm carrying the bag. Alternatively layer your look by mixing and matching materials. Stack gold on silver or intersperse with heavily jeweled or carved cuffs. Match natural elements like wood, bone and clay pieces with crystals, gemstones and pearls for an unconventional look. Extend bangles up an arm or ooze minimalistic chic with just one carefully chosen item. With an endless list of possible combinations you can convey your personality through choice of style and materials. This season, experimentation is the key.

Wear cuffs or bangles on the wrist or upper arm on bare skin or over fitted sleeves or gloves. Go for a clash of colour rather than the safety of blends. Yellow is a hot choice for Autumn and Winter 2008 /2009 bringing a splash of Summer to Winter wardrobes. ANNA LOU OF LONDON has a range of hot pinks, outlandish oranges and yummy yellows all at ridiculously affordable prices!! Her quirky unique style is adored by celebrities and the fashion press alike and come in a spectrum of colours. Purchase many of her pieces from this funky retro collection of bows, diamantes, sailor motifs and fruit embellishments for under twenty pounds! If yellow is simply not your colour, then do not despair because chocolate browns and greys are still in vogue. There really is something out there for everyone!

If you want to be on trend and up to date with the latest catwalk chic but you need to keep a tight control over your budget, then consider buying some beautiful affordable designer costume jewelley from a collection such as Adele Marie. Her unique individualized pieces are among the hottest fashion must-have accessories this season. Strong geometric resin and crystal beads combine with faux pearls and silver charms to totally embrace this seasons' flirtation with all things contrasting.

It may be boring to mention practicality but it is an important consideration when choosing a bracelet. Even if your wrist is adorned with the trendiest super–hot seasonal accessory, screaming to the world that you have in fact got your finger securely on the beating pulse of fashion, this will be small consolation if your colleagues are irritated to death by the repetitive jingling and clanging as it bashes against the keyboard. Be warned that wearing heavier pieces on your wrist all day may result in wrist ache by tea-time. Charms and trinkets can 'catch' on wools and lace, so unless you want your arm stuck to your thigh at an inconvenient time, choose your outfit carefully!

Taking all things into consideration the final choice really is down to you. This season there really are no rules! Choose the materials, sizes, styles and textures that work for you. Choose your bracelet to set off an outfit, to display a political bias or to communicate your passion for saving the planet! Wear on its' own or match with a necklace or ring. Wear as many or as few as you like, but wear them with conviction! If you believe it will work.. believe me, it will work!

 

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