Slave bracelet

Accessories are becoming an integral part of not only evening but also everyday looks. Decorations allow you to complement the bow and demonstrate the individuality of its owner. Slave bracelets are designed for brave lovers of graceful shapes and all non-standard.

Slave bracelets have been around for a long time and are at their peak of popularity approximately every thirty years. They are bracelets connected by a chain with rings in the amount of one to five. Many met these accessories, but not everyone knew exactly what they were called. Translated from English, slave means "slave", but first of all, such a name is usually associated with the subordinate role of the rings to the main part.

The most real legends go around the appearance of slave bracelets and some hypotheses are really connected with slave labor of a thousand years ago. According to them, intricate jewelry was used by African slave traders as an exchange. This story seems to be true to many, since outwardly slave bracelets are somewhat reminiscent of real shackles.

In addition to Africa, India is considered to be the homeland of slave bracelets, where they are an attribute of brides during their weddings. They symbolize the strong bond between husband and wife.

This accessory burst into big fashion in the twenties of the twentieth century. American wealthy women wore jeweled slave bracelets. The next round of the cycle, when the original jewelry became in demand, is associated with the popularization of hippie culture in the sixties and seventies. Finally, these exquisite ringlets are a trend today.

The ring bracelet can be divided into two types - on the arm and on the leg. In either case, the structure is absolutely the same - an ankle or wrist bracelet, a ring on a chain. If the models on the arm have a different number of rings, then the options for the leg have one so that they do not interfere when walking.

Thin slave bracelets are the most popular due to their versatility and convenience. Most often they have from one to three rings and all the details are connected by laconic chains. The accessory is decorated with small stones, rhinestones, figurines, beads.

Often there are models with a wide bracelet and a thin ring and chain or wide bracelets, a ring and a thin chain. The base can be rigid and keep a clear shape, in which case, it is put on through the hand, and not fastened. Another model, which can be attributed to boho and oriental styles, has, in addition to everything, a wide transitional part - the details of the connecting "chain" are bulky, covering almost the entire palm.

Models with a wide openwork connection give a lot of glitter and ethnic flavor. It rests on almost the entire back of the hand and is often put on the finger with a loose, closed chain, rather than a rigid round ring.

Among the huge variety of models, fancy, even shocking bracelets stand out. For example, the skeleton arm mimics the external design of the bones of a human hand and fits over all five fingers. Floral motifs are especially in demand for jewelry of this kind, as they allow you to create a whole colorful bouquet on your hand with clearly detailed inflorescences and petals.

There are many variations on the theme of animals and reptiles: butterflies, leopards, snakes, spiders and, of course, dragons. They are present as images on wide details or are an organic part of the bracelet itself. Thus, in the model in the form of a dragon, the wings can be fastened on the wrist, and the tail can go to the ring.

Transforming accessories are one of the novelties of the last decades. They have complex puzzle designs. Under a certain influence, they take on one form or another. You can find a transforming bracelet into a ring, which can act as three separate pieces of jewelry at once.

Models of slave bracelets made of gold, silver and platinum look rich and sophisticated, however, they are far from the most popular materials. The price of such jewelry is high, since they often consist of a large number of bulky parts. Precious and semi-precious stones are most often used with metals.

Those who prefer the style of subcultures or streets are most often inclined towards jewelery metals, as well as leather, bead threads, wood, and plastic. Often, textiles, lace, thorns, beads, crystals, bugles, rhinestones, and minerals act as decor. Macrame threads are especially popular among lovers of delicate looks. Openwork patterned ornaments are obtained from them. In slave bracelets, non-trivial combinations of materials are often found, for example, metal with lace, leather with wood.

Despite the fact that slave bracelets are an original piece of jewelry that is popular, not so many large brands are engaged in their production. Among them are Lovely Jewelry, Sandara Ice, Silver Wings, Estet, Alkor.

Among the large companies with stores in many cities of Russia are Sokolov and Sunlight. Sunlight produces 925 sterling silver bracelets with Swarovski crystals. Sokolov has models made of gold and silver, and enamel and cubic zirconia are used as decoration.

Most often, slave bracelets can be found in shops that sell jewelry handed over for sale by local craftsmen. You should also search in shops that distribute thematic products, for example, dance, subcultural.

When choosing a slave bracelet, you should be guided by the size of the ring. Universal is the dimensionless option that can be adjusted to fit any of your fingers.

This accessory should not fit snugly on your hand. Thin bracelets sit on the arm more freely than rigid and massive ones. However, you need to make sure that it will not fly off, so it is best to try on the jewelry before buying. During the fitting, you should raise and lower your arms several times in order to anticipate all situations in the future. The clasp should not dig into the skin.

Slave bracelets, consisting of a chain, can be reduced in a jewelry store or workshop. Then several links are removed and the product takes on the required size and length. Jewelry models with bulky parts should be carefully tried on, since it will not be possible to adjust them later.

When ordering an accessory through online stores, it is necessary to take measurements from the hand on which it will be worn. The diameters of the finger, wrist, and the length of the back of the hand are required.

Thin bracelets look best on thin and slender arms, as well as on teenagers and children. Massive models are the prerogative of overweight and more mature, respectable women.

A slave bracelet, especially a bulky one, is not the most convenient accessory option for active everyday activities where hands are involved.

Most of the models will be inappropriate in a business look. Most often, such products are present in street and evening, even solemn looks.

Brutal models made of leather and metal look harmoniously with leather goods, punk rock and glam rock clothes with daring prints, torn details, belts and spikes.

Laconic thin options go with a business suit, jeans and a top, a romantic dress and even a wedding dress.

Large models with bright stones and details will harmoniously fit into ethnic and beach looks with sundresses, long skirts, catchy tunics and pareos.

Slave leg bracelets should be worn with skirts or dresses, beach swimwear or cropped trousers and jeans. In this case, the shoes should be as open as possible.

It is equally important to correctly combine such an active accessory with other jewelry. Despite the presence of its own rings, it is combined with other, single models - smooth, cocktail, knuckle dusters. You can wear bracelets of various shapes and sizes on your free hand. Since slave bracelets fit well into the boho style, it is not surprising that they harmonize with massive necklaces and pendants, large earrings.

Gothic style with a wide bracelet, large link chains and five finger rings. Both the size of the product and the openwork details in combination with red stones give spectacularity.

Large model made of metal in gold. Several thin chains go from a wide rigid bracelet to one large ring. Such a decoration will look harmoniously with an evening or solemn dress.

Boho image, composed thanks to a large number of jewelry made from natural materials: silver and minerals. Slave bracelet consists of a thin chain and is decorated with two large turquoise stones.

Slave bracelets on the legs are not that uncommon. The model consists of an interweaving of thin chains, several pendants and a large connecting piece with an image of patterns. The presence of this accessory does not preclude the use of other toe rings.