Saturday, February 9, 2008

ANKLETS JEWELRY

ANKLETS JEWELRY

Fun feminine and sexy anklets come in many different looks Whether its a funky beaded piece worn with colorful flip flops or an elegant sterling silver anklet with heels ankle jewelry always adds a bit of flair Ankle jewelry isnt a new trend Ornamental pieces for the ankle have been worn for centuries particularly in Middle Eastern and Indian nations While today most people think of anklets as an accessory for some areas they historically contained deeper meaning In some areas of Africa for example brass anklets were worn by young women to foster marriage and are worn until the birth of their first child Anklets are also traditional accessories for Middle Eastern dance Bell and coin anklets are often used for these types of dance As with any other jewelry price levels for anklets vary dramatically depending on the type production methods and materials They are also an accessory item worn by a broad range of ages from young girls to sophisticated women There are thousands of designs and styles available in todays everexpanding marketplace Whether you are ordering anklets for yourself or as a gift the proper sizing may come into question Some styles contain adjustable or toggle style clasps or enclosures so they are considered one size fits all Many other styles may require you to measure your ankle to be sure of the proper fit Sizes may either range from 8 to 9 inches for a small up to an extra large of 11 to 11.5 inches Jewelry designers may either list the ankle bracelets according to small medium large etc or size according to inches. To properly measure your ankle for the correct sizing Measure around the widest part of your ankle with a string ribbon or flexible tape measure. An anklet can be left plain or ornamented with charms, bells, or jewels, depending on the taste of the wearer. The addition of too many charms to an anklet can make it ungainly and awkward to wear, but a few small tasteful ornaments might include hearts, flowers, or crystal beads. An anklet can be worn on either ankle, although some subcultures attach specific meanings to anklets worn on one foot or the other. If using string or ribbon record the number of inches by laying it flat against a ruler Decide where you prefer your anklet to hang It is popular to have ankle jewelry hang loosely just below the ankle bone but if you prefer it to lie above the bone or prefer a snug fit order accordingly Most designers recommend adding 1 4 to 1 inch to the measurement you recorded for the proper hang If your ankle measurement is 9 inches for example and you want a standard hang your anklet size would be 9 5 10 This is the average sizing Check the manufacturer or sizing guidelines and order the closes measurement to your size and hanging preference. Be aware that you may incur extra costs for resizing Most of us wear our rings earrings necklaces and other accessories all year round but when warm summer weather arrives its an opportunity to dress up something we cant show off all year long our feet. Ankles and toes give jewelry lovers even more space to accessorize and what better way is there to do it than by wearing an ankle bracelet with toe ring set These sets look fabulous whether you wear them with your favorite sandals or you simply want to go barefoot on the beach The look is undeniably sexy on any woman so much so that some men want to get in on the act too Masculine styles are usually a bit heavier than those typically offered for women but there are even unisex anklets and toe rings that will please just about anyone. An anklet is a piece of ornamental jewelry designed to be worn on the ankle of either foot, and is distinguished from a bracelet, meant to be worn on the wrist. Anklets can be made from a wide variety of materials including metal, wood, leather, textiles, beads, and plastic, and have been worn, primarily by women, for centuries. Much like other pieces of jewelry, an anklet is designed to accentuate and beautify the area of the body where it is worn, calling attention to the ankles, feet, and lower legs. Anklets are traditionally associated with a tinkling sound, accomplished by using fine chain or bells, and in some cultures, wearing an anklet has sexual connotations, because it calls attention to the wearer with a rhythmic jingling. In the Middle East and parts of Asia, anklets have been worn for centuries, and many beautiful examples have been found in ancient gravesites. In India, they are worn traditionally by unmarried women, while in Muslim countries, many women wear anklets around the house, or have silent anklets to wear under their clothes while out in public.

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