In recent years, the world of fashion has maintained a craving for everything natural and natural. Cotton, silk, knitwear made from natural threads have confidently taken their place in the collections of leading designers, and a stone bracelet has firmly entered the must-have category. This means that every self-respecting woman should have at least one such jewelry. What is this accessory, how to choose and wear it?
What is this beauty?
The meaning of the word "bracelet" in Latin means "forearm". The decoration is made in the form of a ring, thread or chain and encircles the arm, leg or even the neck.
This decoration is one of the most ancient on the planet. Hands, ankles and other parts of the body, both women and men, have been decorated with bracelets since time immemorial. When excavating ancient cities, settlements or burials, archaeologists constantly find confirmation of this. A bracelet made of stone, ivory, wood, precious metals or copper … Fashion has changed, but this jewelry seems to have beenalways.
Today, stone bracelets are at the peak of popularity. Photos of models and celebrities adorned with semi-precious accessories fill the pages of fashion magazines and online publications. They wear bracelets with thin threads or whole cascades, on one hand and immediately on both, on the ankles and wrists. In general, the main criterion is that it should be stylish and beautiful.
In addition to their attractive appearance, natural minerals also have healing properties and contribute to the recovery or improvement of their owner's well-being. Knowledgeable people also claim that a stone bracelet has a charge of energy and some magical properties, thanks to which it can bring good luck or, conversely, ruin all undertakings, so you should choose only armed with knowledge.
How to choose?
Before you buy the treasured jewelry, you need to understand why it is done in principle.
If only for beauty, then it is enough to determine which stone bracelet suits the zodiac sign, choose the model you like and the appropriate color scheme. And that's it! You can shine!
If there is a desire or need to use the gifts of mother nature in the form of healing or energy properties of natural minerals, then you need to study the issue in more detail.
Here is an example of the properties of several of the most common stones:
- aquamarine relieves nervous disorders, promotes recovery from cardiovascular diseases, stimulates creative and mentalactivities, strengthen relationships;
- garnet gives energy, relieves inflammation and elevated body temperature, has the qualities of a love talisman, gives power over people and even predicts the future;
- sardonyx treats the thyroid gland, gastrointestinal diseases, promotes rapid recovery from fractures, improves mood and protects from the evil eye;
- agate will heal the heart and lungs, improve the functioning of the immune system, protect against stress and help resolve conflict;
- chrysolite will relieve stuttering and nightmares, save you from rash acts with high risks;
- alexandrite helps with diseases of the blood and circulatory system, protects against illnesses, gives longevity, is a symbol of love and fidelity.
In order not to make a mistake with the choice, it is better to consult with the seller when buying or, if possible, with a person who is well versed in this matter.
Special occasion
Separately, you should pay attention to the bianshi stone bracelet. Reviews of scientists, representatives of traditional medicine, doctors and healers of various directions from all over the world surprise and amaze. This stone is mined only in one place on the planet, in China. Many millions of years ago, a meteorite fell there, which became the source of this unusual material.
A beautiful, black, smooth stone, when in contact with hot water, becomes rough and has downright magical properties. The list of indications for wearing such an accessory is huge: inflammatory processes, cancer, problems withimmune system, overweight, pain, fatigue, depression and more. Within a few months, a person wearing a black stone bracelet on his wrist looks younger and feels he althier and more alert!
Where can I get it?
You can buy a fashion accessory today in many stores and salons, as well as via the Internet. The main thing is not to forget to ask the seller for documents that will confirm the authenticity of the minerals. Unfortunately, many fakes are sold that look quite decent, but do not have all the properties described above. And not everyone can distinguish an artificial stone from a natural one by eye.
Hand-made is a beautiful hobby
Another fashion trend of our time is DIY stone bracelets. Getting everything you need for this activity is easy.
One of the easiest ways. For work you will need: stones of the desired shape, threads, fasteners, pendants, "huggers" or "holders", bails, rondels and connecting rings. Using a regular ruler, the desired length of the thread is measured, then all the elements are strung. The sequence depends solely on the imagination and taste of the craftswoman. The thread is recommended to use silicone, as it is strong and elastic. A few hours of work and the decoration is ready!
There are other ways, some of which will require more time, skill and skill. Master classes on this topic are abundantly posted on the Internet, so the desire to make jewelry yourselfquite feasible.
To the delight of loved ones
Among other things, DIY stone bracelets are a great gift idea. Beautiful, inexpensive, useful and, most importantly, with a soul! By choosing the right stones and spending a little time on making them, you can bring great pleasure to your mother, sister or girlfriend. After all, the very understanding and feeling by a person of the fact that this is done with his own hands with thoughts about him is already very valuable. And if it also improves he alth, like, for example, a bianshi stone bracelet… Reviews and memories of loved ones about such a gift will be the warmest and most pleasant!