Sunday, 31 August 2014

Cuff Bracelet Collectibles To Suit Every Taste

By Mattie MacDonald


Cuffs are probably one of the oldest forms of adornment known to mankind. Since re-appearing on designer runways in the 2000s, they continue to be one of the most powerful statement accessories that can be worn. With their availability on many e-commerce sites in all sorts of different designs and at varying prices, cuff bracelet collectibles are easier than ever to buy and wear.

Cuffs were worn in many ancient cultures for various reasons. They appear in the history of cultures such as the Mayans, Greeks, Africans and Asians. Egyptian Pharoahs wore ones made of precious metals and adorned with semi-precious stones. However, it was in the 17th century that they became more commonly used as fashion accessories.

It is no accident that these accessories were worn by some of the most stylish women throughout history. Coco Chanel is one fashion icon who was famous for her Maltese Cross cuffs. Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis wore some hand-hammered gold cuffs to a tennis party and this sent sales of cuffs soaring.

Precious metals have long been favored as materials for making cuffs. In the 1940s bakelite, a synthetic resin, was favored. Today, a great variety of materials are used, including natural ones like leather and wood and synthetic ones like plastic. Materials are even combined with one another for unique effects.

The designs are so varied that cuffs can be chosen to compliment every type and style of outfit. An elaborate design with several large stones can be selected to wear with simple, elegant clothes. A sleek, gold one looks good with a boldly patterned dress. Leather studded cuffs are worn for a tough, edgy look. A metal that spirals around the wrist can really draw attention and compliment a simple dress.

These accessories are timeless. They can also be worn in every season, at all times of the day or in the evening. A class gold or silver band, for example, is very versatile and may be worn with a smart suit to the office or in the evening with a black gown.

When choosing cuffs, it is important to take the size of the wrist into account. If they are too loose or too tight, they will be uncomfortable to wear. The websites selling these items often give instructions on how to measure the wrist. The width of the bracelet also needs to be selected carefully and the height of the person should be taken into account. They come in varying thicknesses, from very wide to fairly thin.

The prices of these accessories vary considerably, depending on various factors such as materials used and the size. It is possible to find those to accommodate most budgets when searching online. It is even possible to find special deals and discounts. Every woman deserves to have an accessory like this. In fact, she should have more than one.




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