Non-Metallic Necklace Materials You Should Look Into

Necklaces are great accessories to have if you are the fashionista kind.  It can really add a pop of color on an otherwise a boring outfit.  It can catch the eye of onlookers especially when the design is really unique and eye-catching.   The necklace display areas in department stores and jewelry stores have a wide array of designs that will suit any budget and design.  So if you are on the lookout for new styles and designs for necklaces, it is best to go to your favorite shop and browse around. 

When browsing the necklace display area of the accessories section of the store, you are sure to find necklaces of different materials.  Aside from the more common metals like gold, silver and platinum, there are necklaces made of non-metallic materials.   You might want to consider them if you are allergic to metallic materials.  This is great because it gives the wearer more options for the kind of necklace that she could get. Moreover, metallic materials may seem to be related and usually goes well with formal attire. So, if you are in casual clothes on a lazy weekend afternoon, but you would also like to jazz up your attire with a necklace, you may consider necklaces made of other materials rather than metal.   

These are some non-metallic necklace materials that you might want to consider for you.  If you have kids that you would want to wear necklaces too, these are the best ones that you would want them to wear.

Ceramic 

 

This material is usually used when the necklace design is made of beads.  Ceramic beads are the common way to utilize ceramic in necklaces. It can be molded into different shapes which can give the necklace a unique structure and design.  The only drawback for this kind is that it can get easily scratched as well as it can break apart if it suddenly falls.  Extreme care should be exercised when wearing this to prolong its life. But then, the designs of ceramic jewelry can be very interesting and would match your outfits without a hitch. The best thing about ceramic necklaces and jewelry in general is that they are actually not that expensive. 

Glass 

 

This is similar with ceramic material.  However it can be much harder to mold this into different shapes. But it is available in different colors which can give the designer the freedom to be really creative with the design.  Glass bangles are common among Middle Eastern and South Asian women. Glass necklaces would be a great idea for those who want an elegant yet playful look. 

Plastic 

 

This is the bestmaterial for kid’s necklaces. It is available in various shapes, sizes and colors. It is very versatile and can last long. Depending on the expertise of the designer, plastic necklaces can actually look very elegant and expensive, too.  Otherwise, plastic jewelry can be DIY items that you can design yourself to fit your attire and wardrobe. Since plastic jewelry is cheap, you can mix and match items however you want.

 

An Early Fall Jewelry Forecast (Necklace Edition)

Jewelry is one thing that a woman should never regret buying.  It might be frivolous for some people especially for expensive pieces, however, you must learn to look beyond the price and see the jewelry piece beyond it.  It is a symbol of your freedom and identity.   It can say a lot about a person’s character and personality.  Choosing a piece can be a very personal experience as well.  After all, it can be a heirloom piece that is passed on from you to your kin and not just placed in a necklace display case to be admired. 

Choosing the right piece is important to make sure that it matches your body type and personality.  For this coming fall season, necklaces display cases are sure to showcase several pieces from famous jewelers and even department store brand names.   This would mean that there would be a lot of choices for you, the discerning shopper.  It would be a blend of different materials which will showcase the creativity of the designer and artist.  So, for those who love having some bling dangling from their necks all the time, here are what we think would be trends for necklaces this fall.

Statement necklaces are still in the trending list.

 

 

Big, bold and chunky pieces are still going to belong to the list of options for necklaces for the coming season.  The reason for this is that these big pieces will be able to stand out amidst the layer of clothes that will be worn especially when the temperature starts to dip. Just make sure you have the right outfit for this neck candy because they tend to be loud. You will definitely need to think many times before using a statement necklace with formal attire!

Mixing of materials is normal.

 

Creativity is well represented with the way the materials are mixed and matched together to form one stunning piece of jewelry. Precious materials and semi-precious stones are going to be the trend for this season. Do not be afraid to mix and match your pieces, but make sure that you consider appropriateness with your attire, size of the pieces (one might be two big to be matched with a small piece), and color as well.

Chokers and Maxi-collars are still widely accepted. 

 

These are designs that have become a must when choosing pieces for your personal collection.  One must have at least a piece of this to be paired with low cut dresses and shirts. Of course, if you are heavy set, wearing a choker might call too much attention to your neck. Chokers would be ideal for people with slight frames.

Ethnic and Gothic designs are in.

 

Blame it on the weather but ethnic and Gothic designs will most likely be the ones chosen by shoppers. They may look in contrast but surprisingly good with thicker outfits.

It is time to hit the necklace display stands in your favorite malls and see which of these trends would fit you.

Cleaning "Summer Jewelry" for Storage

Jewelry is considered an important accessory of women.  Some even consider it as an investment.  This is why one should take care of it when you have some in your possession.  When it is well taken care of, it can last for several seasons as most jewelry designs last long.  If you bought jewelry for investment, then it is important to know how to be able to clean the pieces.  This is to make sure that when you put your pieces in a necklace display stand, those that are interested to purchase it would not have any second thoughts about purchasing it.  It is also important to clean it before storing away so that it will last long enough to be considered a family heirloom. 

Summer jewelry is much harder to preserve, especially if what you have are made of natural materials like wood and paper beads.  Moisture and humidity play an important role in preserving these kinds of jewelry pieces.  But then, since it would already be fall in a few short weeks, you would need to keep them for now.

Since this is an essential part of your summer wardrobe, these pieces should be given enough care to make them last for the next summer. You wouldn’t want to keep on buying jewelry for particular seasons every time because you keep on damaging the ones you have, right? So, here are suggestions for cleaning your pieces before setting them aside for safe keeping:

It is important to note the kind of material your pieces are made of.

This is an important step in cleaning your jewelry because your cleaning material or solution will depend on what kind of material your jewelry piece is made of. There is no single cleaning material that would be useable for all pieces of jewelry. Using one cleaning material for all pieces will definitely damage some pieces. 

Know the right cleaning material for your jewelry.

Gemstones can be simply washed with a water and soap solution while natural jewelry should only be wiped clean.  Make sure that they are completely dry before storing them away.  There are items in your pantry that can be used to clean jewelry like antacid tablets, toothpaste and baking soda.  However, avoid those with harsh cleaning materials like ammonia and bleach as this can damage your jewelry instead of cleaning it.  This is especially true with pieces that contain wood and other organic materials.

Prepare your storage.

This is imperative as this also makes sure that your jewelry will last long. You can place it in a necklace display however, it is best to have a case where you can organize your jewelry when storing it away. Of course, with all your summer jewelry pieces clean already, you also need to make sure that the displays and containers are clean. Would you really want to put your clean necklaces in unkempt containers? You should know how to clean your storage displays and containers first. After that, you can place your pieces in them.