Whether layering and stacking jewellery is your forte or at the best of times a tangled mess, this is for you. As winter is upon us, I thought it appropriate to share some layering ideas. Why stick to only scarfs if you can be wrapped in sterling silver. I think a lot of us shy away from layering as we are unsure what works. But to be completely honest, it’s kind of an anything goes type of trend… This is the bit I get so excited about and that is mixing and matching. You are never limited by 1 item, you can have at least 3 or 4 or even 5. Please do not get me wrong you cannot, I repeat cannot throw on every single piece you own. But with a few personal looks I have put together below, your layering has the ability to make a statement. The long and the short of it. Play with different lengths. It will create depths to an outfit. Mixing textures. Do not be afraid to mix different textures of chains. They do not all have to be the same. The double pendant. I love having two pendants on one chain; you can add a pop of colour with the gemstone of your choice. Tangled up. Wear same length chains and have the pendants complement each other; like in this picture all the pendants are round. Don’t stress if the chains tangle, the look works. Dainty, simplistic. Some times less is more. Layer small pieces together to get a really pretty look. Shine bright. Cubic zirconia is one of my favourite gems, and it really adds that beautiful shine and elegance. Stand alone. I absolutely love wearing a single long chain with a dainty pendant. Something very soft and feminine. Vintage. For a vintage look, I find it is easiest to create this with Marcasite and Oxidised silver as it naturally gives that olden day feel. Wrap it. Create an extra layer by wrapping a long chain twice around your neck. “Gem”ming. Not sure if this is an actual term but I like to use it when referencing to mixing the same gemstone in your layered look. I hope you found this as informative as I was aiming for… There is a lot more you can do with layering, especially this Winter. Don’t settle for just a jersey, jazz it up with you own personalized layering.
Category: Gemstones
A bit about jo bangles
The name jo bangles came from owner Lenore Coetzee, with a play on the words Mr Bojangles, she changed the name into jo bangles, as back then she only focused her time on bangles and bracelets. jo bangles has been importing sterling silver and semi-precious gemstone jewellery from Thailand and Indonesia since 2002. They stay on top of all the latest jewellery trends by annually attending the Bangkok international jewellery fair. This is where each piece is handpicked and selected with great care to ensure that the range is unique and of high quality craftsmanship. The fair is held at the Impact Exhibition & Convention Centre in Bangkok, Thailand which is one of the largest convention centres in Asia. When you arrive, you need to take a minute to take in the vast amount of people and halls consisting of everything jewellery. There are rows and rows of colours and exceptional detailed jewellery pieces. Exhibitioners from all over the world come to display their latest jewellery trends from their country. I don’t know how a person chooses when faced with all these options… The love of the culture, excellent workmanship, uniqueness and exquisite jewellery of the East Asian people inspires them to go back every year. The silver is actually mined in Thailand thus making it more cost effective for their Clients. jo bangles pride themselves on the fact that they are a one stop shop for all your jewellery needs. Their selection is for the everyday woman. From the young and vibey, to sophisticated business chic, to unique bohemian pieces. They stock a wide range of top quality sterling silver and semi-precious jewellery which includes rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, bangles, chains, pendants, Pandora style beads and charms. jo bangles is situated in the peaceful farm inspired, Southdowns Estate in Irene, Pretoria. The tranquillity of this estate lends itself to the vision that the team at jo bangles has adopted in their lives. Since starting 14 years ago, jo bangles has grown from strength to strength. With hard work and dedication the ladies at jo bangles plan to distribute their one of a kind jewellery to all over South Africa. This dynamic team eats, breaths and sleeps jewellery. Their daily routine does start off with a bit of yoga first. It is very important to them to take care of their physical as well as their spiritual well being. Their entire outlook is communicated with the re-brand of jo bangles. From the peaceful pantones to the lotus featured on their logo. This has great significant meaning to them as the Lotus represents purity of the mind and soul. The magnificent flower emerges from the dirty and unclean bottom of a pond, but still remains untouched and unstained by the dirt and mud surrounding it in the pond. They absolutely love interacting with their Clients and being a part of selecting their favourite jewellery pieces for a special occasion or just for the everyday wear. So go visit the jo bangles studio and meet the team.