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Saturday, May 29, 2010

Woven Jewelry Trend

If we were to pick one trend in jewelry for this spring/summer it would be one of these woven jewelry pieces. Take a look at some of our favorite selections below + plus a do it yourself guide.


AURELIE BIDERMANN

Do Brazil gold-gilded braided bracelet


'Do Brazil' Gold chain bracelets by Aurélie Bidermann. We love seeing the combination of materials that you would rarely see placed together like this gold chain braided with colourful cotton. A fresh new and understated way to wear gold!



These unique and original creations by FunkyLobez are sure to brighten up this season.


Seaweed - Handmade Thread Earrings by FunkyLobez


FunkyLobez offer a selection of vibrant handmade thread and metal earrings. You can even customize your own pair with different metal finishings, colours, and semi-precious stones! Sold all over the world with affordable world-wide shipping, go to Etsy and grab hold of these funky fashion earrings.



UK designer Peter Jensen plays with this necklace version of crocheted chain. Can be purchased on-line from Cancan, a must shop for edgy, young international designers. Paris, France.

PETER JENSEN

Hibiscus necklace



When money is no object, finding the hidden kingdom is easy with these blinged up diamond tibetan shamballa bracelets seen on the likes of Jay-Z and the Crown Princess Mary is a fan. The up-and-coming Danish designers behind these shamballa jewels is Mads and Mik. Can be purchased on-line from chez Colette. The one below has just sold out :(

MADS and MIK

White gold and white diamonds bracelet




If you are interested in crafting your own pieces here's a great guide by Mary Hettmansperger that shows you some basics in plaiting, coiling, knotting, looping & twining with various fibers & metals.

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