Cuff Bracelets – The Bold and the Beautiful
Hammered Sterling Silver Anticlastic Cuff Bracelet by San Francisco jewelry designer John S Brana
Add Individuality to Any Look with Cuff Bracelets
Bold cuff bracelets are the way to go for any season, as featured on the runways of many top designers and wrists of everyone from Blake Lively to Kim Kardashian. From 14K gold to copper metals, the cuff is the “it look” of the moment. Cuff bracelets can be worn a variety of ways – mismatched, stacked, or as a signature piece on the upper arm or wrist. Jewelry is something that symbolizes individual style – and cuff bracelets are the perfect way to add individuality to any ensemble for any occasion.
History of Cuff Bracelets
The cuff has a long and intriguing history of adornment, prominent in Egyptian history as well as Incan and Mayan influences. In Mayan culture, cuff bracelets were a measure of social class and an important aspect to royal dress. Cuff bracelets date back to circa 1000 to 1500 when they were discovered in Inca graves.
They were worn by Egyptians, Romans, and other early cultures throughout Africa and ancient China. Pharaohs in Egypt can be seen in paintings wearing these multi-colored bracelets consisting of vertical stripes of glass or jewels. History continues to repeat itself in modern jewelry statements because when compared, ancient jewelry inspires many current cuff styles.
Handmade Bark Copper Cuff Bracelet by San Francisco jewelry designer John S Brana
Accessorizing with Cuff Bracelets
Stacking cuff bracelets, much like bangles, is a completely acceptable way of accessorizing. Stack three on top of one another for dramatic effect. Mix and match cuff bracelets with other signature pieces. Slim-wire bracelets or a signature cocktail ring on the opposite hand is ideal to balance the jewelry. Experiment with different styles, colors, and textures to create a trendy, chic outfit.
Whether you desire funky designs or quality metals, you are sure to find a cuff bracelet that sets off your wardrobe and personality. Metal cuffs, including those made from sterling silver, copper, or 14K gold, go well with dressy outfits or casual wears and jeans. Though the design patterns can greatly vary, cuff bracelets are unisex, worn by both men and women.
Experiment with length as cuff bracelets come in a variety of distinct sizes. For a bold statement, thick cuffs can be applied. Thin-sized cuffs are also obtainable and can give a minimalistic appearance. Cuffs of different lengths and thicknesses can also be worn to develop a unique style. There is nothing more eye catching than seeing bracelets of contrasting metals on the arm. Play with a diverse selection of metals to see which combination of cuff bracelets fit your style best.
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