Charm bracelets – beauty and exquisiteness

The custom of wearing charm bracelets is something that dates back thousands of years and even though the materials and designs have changed with time the concept has stayed the same. In ancient Egypt charm bracelets played an important role in the preparation of life after death. These bracelets were not only coveted as protective shields and symbols of status in life but they were also worn as identification tags to help the gods guide the wearer and his/her possessions to the correct status level in the afterlife.

Originally charm bracelets were worn as amulets to ward off bad spirits or bad luck but eventually evolved into a fashion accessory. This fashion trend of wearing charm bracelets was started among the noble class with Queen Victoria. During the second world war a revival of charm bracelets was seen once again as soldiers that were stationed abroad used charms as souvenirs which they brought home to their wives or girlfriends. The trend continued well into the times of peace. Charm bracelets still remains popular jewellery items as the wearer usually selects specific charms that reflect their likes or hobbies or signifies a specific memory or period of time in the wearer's life.

Why opt for charm bracelets?

Charm bracelets are popular choices for gifts as it is an affordable option but are also thoughtful as they are personal keepsakes in an increasing mass produced jewellery market. Popular themes for charm bracelets include horoscopes, birthstone charms, travel souvenirs and family keepsakes. Many women start collecting charms for charm bracelets while they are still children and the bracelet grows along with the women. Many people believe that collecting charms for charm bracelets are a therapeutic activity to relieve stress. Unlike collecting other forms of souvenirs charm bracelets keeps all your souvenirs on your arm which acts as a badge of accomplishment.

Big fashion houses such as Louis Vuitton have made charm bracelets the must have accessory once again. A trend that is rising in popularity is that of Italian charm bracelets. Italian charm bracelets unlike regular charm bracelets the charms do not dangle from the chain. Italian charm bracelets are made of charms that are soldered flat onto links that make up an extensible bracelet. These links can be embellished with letters, symbols, pictures, stones or can have enamel pictures painted on them. The feature of Italian charm bracelets is that charms can be snapped on and off the charm bracelets to create new configurations to match different moods as well as outfits.

The right supplier of the perfect charm bracelets

If you are looking for charm bracelets to give as a present to your wife or girlfriend or something special for your daughter or mom then you will need a reputable jeweller that will ensure quality and workmanship. Charm bracelets can develop into a sentimental jewellery item and therefore workmanship is of the utmost importance to ensure that charm bracelets are not accidentally lost. Barnes Jewellers has been in the jewellery industry for over a decade and therefore they understand the need for quality workmanship. Barnes Jewellers can offer you professional and honest advice regarding metals and style for the perfect charm bracelets that suit your partner, mother or daughter perfectly. Contact Barnes Jewellers to make a private appointment and have a wide selection of charm bracelets that make use of the best designs, quality and workmanships.