I think a sterling silver charm bracelet with cross accents is perfect for gift-giving at any time of year! This gorgeous Cross Charm Bracelet by James Avery retails at $240.00, and the recipient of this stunning sterling silver charm bracelet will be delighted to receive it. Featuring several symbols of Christ, the charms can be purchased separately. This cross silver charm bracelet is also available in 14k Gold for $1440.00.

Yesstyle.com presents Amadore, a finely-crafted and dazzling cross silver charm bracelet complete with Swarovski crystals. Currently on sale at $20.00, it’s an affordable jewelry accessory that suits any occasion. I’d wear it with my jeans or with my prom dress!

If I were you, I’d be looking out for envious BFF’s if you dare to wear Lusterforever’s Genuine Sterling Silver Cross Charms Link Bracelet! Priced at just $49.95, it’s a mix of modern and traditional featuring a highly polished nickel-free rhodium-plated sterling silver chain bracelet that has a white gold look and feel.

Before you choose your sterling silver charm bracelet, visit www.lusterforever.com for a great selection of affordable silver bracelets. While you’re there, browse the sensually soft leather bracelets too!

Nicole Richie is one of my favorite TV personalities, not to mention she’s also my fashion muse! So you can imagine how excited I was when I learned that she was designing her own line of jewelry that would include two of my personal faves - the sterling silver bracelet and some red leather bracelets too!

Nicole teamed up with Pascal Mouawad of Mouawad Jewelry to create the House of Harlow 1960 Collection, which debuted in the fall of 2008. The line was inspired by Nicole’s love of the 60’s and 70’s, and is targeted at fashion-forward teens to savvy 30-something’s. Affordably priced in the $30-$150 range, the House of Harlow 1960 Collection features a wild combo of nostalgic African tribal, gypsy, and bohemian-influenced accessories, including bracelets, rings, earrings and necklaces. Check out some of the bracelets (especially the red leather bracelets!) that I love!

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Artistry meets jewelry - Yumi Chen’s Japanese kimono cloth bead bracelets

Talk about multi-talented! Yumi Chen is an accomplished concert violinist, professional pastry chef, and mathematician. In 2003, she redefined herself as a jewelry designer and entrepreneur, launching her online store at yumichen.com.

Although we all love our silver and leather bracelets, it’s not difficult to see why everyone’s buzzing about Yumi Chen’s stunning cloth beads bracelet collection! Her recent Chirimen (the ancient art of crafts made with handwoven Japanese cloth) line is heavily inspired by her Japanese heritage. But she’s added her own twist - combining exquisite Japanese kimono cloth beads with beautiful Swarovski crystals. “I instantly fell in love with chirimen and began searching for books and supplies about the subject,” Chen revealed to PrWeb in February of last year.

Let’s take a look at some of Chen’s latest creations from her Hibiscus Collection. All three are priced at only $70 USD!

Complete your everyday look with this gorgeous teal bracelet. Assorted aqua/teal Japanese kimono cloth beads are adorned with blue zircon Swarovski crystals and teal Swarovski pearls. Exquisite!

For a fabulous summer look, try this luscious mint and peach bracelet. Japanese kimono cloth beads mix and mingle with light peach Swarovski crystals and olive Swarovski pearls. Delicious - and my favorite!

Spice up your nightlife with this funky-chic black floral bracelet. Dramatic black floral Japanese kimono cloth beads are accented with jet black Swarovski crystals. Stunning!

For more totally unique bracelets, visit www.lusterforever.com and shop for leather bracelets and silver bracelets too!

Here’s a quick guessing game! They pack a ka-pow color explosion, each one is totally unique and they’ve been around since 1291. What are they? Italian Murano glass bracelets and jewelry, of course! If you haven’t yet discovered Murano glass jewelry, you’re about to go to glass jewelry heaven!

Here’s some background. In 1291 Venetian glassmakers moved to the Italian island of Murano. Their Murano glass jewelry creations and Murano glass beads were so ‘hold your breath’ beautiful that the glassmakers were almost nobility. Their technique was, and is, called ‘millefiori’, meaning ‘thousand flowers’, and once you see a real Murano glass jewelry piece, you’ll know why! Each glass bead is hand-made, and as a result, is totally individual.

Murano glass bead bracelets and jewelry is hot this season, and no wonder! There’s a Murano glass bracelet to match every outfit in your closet. Be careful though – make sure when you’re buying that you’re getting the real thing and not an imitation. How will you know? Consider these tips!

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Pearls are a girl’s second best friend! Authentic sea and freshwater pearls can be expensive. So … with the current economy at an almost all-time low, here are three bracelets that are not only adorable, but very affordable as well!

I used to think pearls lacked a certain ‘je ne sais quoi’, but after seeing this darling cultured freshwater pearl bracelet, I’ve changed my mind. This 14k gold bracelet features dainty violet glass beads accented by lustrous red mother-of-pearl and cultured freshwater pearls - and it’s just $45.95USD!

This cute pink pearl bracelet with cubic zirconium accents retails at an extremely affordable $17 USD. If you’re really feeling the penny pinch, this one’s for you. It’ll go with your jeans and a pretty pink T, or with your sexy ole standby, the little black dress!

This handmade pink freshwater pearl bracelet by Melissa Leon is not only adorable, but affordable too! This pearl bracelet features a unique black satin ribbon fastener that’s oh-so girly!

We’ll never give up our sterling silver bracelets or our soft yet rugged leather bracelets, but when it’s time for a change, consider an adorable, affordable freshwater pearl bracelet!

If your wallet’s squeaking, visit www.lusterforever.com for a great selection of pearl bracelets and pearl jewelry!

Somewhere in the midst of blistering heat, the odd snowfall and plenty of rain, the first day of spring 2009 has come and gone, and designers have rolled out this season’s hot spring fashions! This year’s spring styles have a little something for everyone, so whether you’re the one who never leaves home without your make-up on, or you’re happiest in a pair of sweats, here’s our sneak peek at the good, the bad and the eighties and what’s going on this spring!

You probably don’t remember when Mom dressed you in rompers or onesies. This year, one piece shorts and pants sets are back in style! From Australian khaki to elegant white, designers are pairing these simple one piece designs with exotic jewelry accessories like silver and leather bracelets to create a one- of-a-kind fashion statement for spring 2009.

Harem Pants. Hey, everything else about the eighties is coming back. Why not? This year’s take on M.C. Hammer’s stage apparel features trim, fitted designs that resemble jodhpurs or Hessian pants more closely than “I Dream of Jeannie”, offering lightweight comfort for those desert summers.

The skinny pant returns as well –new, improved and skinnier than ever! If you loved the tight jeans of the ‘80’s, you’re going to love this spring’s skinny pants. There’s no limit to just how tight they’ll go, and in pretty pastel colors like turquoise, pink and yellow, and sewn in light silks and satins, they’re certain to beat the heat this spring and summer! Don’t forget to add a white leather bracelet!

‘Mamma Mia’ may have been the inspiration for this season’s Mediterranean casual ruffled sundresses in chiffons and silks. Paired with trendy jeweled sandals and Grecian-inspired fashion bracelets, these beat-the-heat dresses are a hip fashion statement for all ages.

What’s this season’s biggest fashion blunder? Capri pants or cutoffs worn with heels! It’s so yesterday, ladies - so trade ‘em in for sandals or ballerina flats, then don on a hip leather bracelet and be stylin’ for spring 2009!

For today’s hottest trends in jewelry accessories including silver and leather bracelets, visit www.lusterforever.com!

When a famous designer decides to make jewelry, the result speaks for itself - refined aesthetics meets functionality, innovation and simplicity! Swedish designer, Pia Wallén has 20 years of design experience, and her handmade, finely-crafted sterling silver bangle bracelets showcase her northern temperament and culture. Mixing and matching materials such as silver, felt, wood and plastic gives her pieces a sense of originality and humor that makes them as modern as jewelry can get!

Wallén’s Slitz Bracelet is a sterling silver bracelet that displays her most common combination of materials – sterling silver and felt. This silver bracelet has become so popular that is now considered a classic! The sterling silver bracelet lined with warm wool felt is available in two widths, 4 cm and 1.5 cm, and three felt colors - black, red and pink – combos to satisfy every taste!

Another version of Wallén’s silver bracelet was recently launched as a tribute to the bracelet’s 10th anniversary! The Slitz Bracelet - in gold (23 carat) features a stunning red felt lining. Other achievements by the Scandinavian priestess of design are the Ball Bangle bracelet and the Multi Charm Bangle bracelet, both combining sterling silver with plastic in an unorthodox and imaginative dance!

If you’re looking for even more fun and innovative sterling silver bracelets, leather bracelets and so much more, visit www.lusterforever.com!

Nicole Kidman stands on stage showing off a stylish red dress and a gorgeous gemstone bracelet.

There’s nothing like a sterling silver bracelet to accessorize almost any outfit, and leather bracelets are always in style when you’re going for a casual look. So here’s another bracelet idea that may be right for you if you’re an arts and crafts fanatic. Learn how to make your own (and unique!) gemstone bracelets!

Sexy screen goddess Marilyn Monroe shows off her love of a good diamond.

Simple gemstone bracelets are easy and inexpensive to make, and they’re a portable craft project almost anyone can master. Whip up a few in your spare time and voilà - you’ve got a gemstone bracelet accessory for every outfit in your closet! Play with the symbolism of the various gemstones to create a mystical, magical addition to your wardrobe. You’ll be the envy of all your friends when they see what you’ve created!

Throughout history gemstones have been used for healing and spiritual rituals. It’s even been said that gemstones impart power to their wearers. When you’re creating your gemstone bracelets, you’ll want to choose colors and cuts that will enhance your particular outfit. And … if you’re interested in boosting your karma, have a look at the following list to see the attributes of some of the more popular gemstones that are on the market today!

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As Topshop celebrates its inaugural launch in New York City, the focus shifts from Kate Moss to the latest clothes, and more importantly, to the latest jewelry. While Topshop fans are lining up for key items in the Spring/Summer collection, everyone in London is gaga for Topshop’s new jewelry line. Sticking to their trademark bash colors and flamboyant sizes, bangles are in this season and at affordable prices that will please everyone! From gold bracelets to silver bracelets to beaded bracelets - the latest accessories are bangle bracelets!

What’s my personal fave? It’s this orange and pink bangle bracelet, ‘bang’ on with flirty colors! If you’re looking for a more subtle look, check out the collection of thin gold bangle bracelets below. Kate Moss, Nicole Richie and Rachel Zoe have all been seen wearing them and at only £10, they’re a must-buy for any fashionista.

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Do the classics ever really go out of style?

You wore them by the dozen when you were little - beaded bracelets on a simple elastic string that wound halfway up your arm. Then, somewhere along the way, you grew up, and you were told it was time to trade in those wild flower child beaded bracelets for the more conservative silver bracelet – a ‘symbol of adulthood’. The flair of beaded bracelets gave way to a sleek sterling silver bracelet and to warm 14k gold bracelets, leaving the fun frippery of childhood far behind.

But guess what girls…..theeeeey’re baaaaack! You see, it doesn’t matter which sterling silver bracelet is flying off the shelves in Paris today. We live in the U.S. of A., and our mantra is self-expression, inner savvy and yes, dressing the way we want to instead of the way some magazine tells us to!

Children of all ages are rediscovering these fun beaded bracelets. It’s a fashion swing that says ‘welcome back!” to everything forties and fifties. Belukro’s 21st century beaded bracelets are exquisite at a moderate price, and Walmart and craft stores sell the beads in bulk for under $5! The name of the game is bulk, so stack those beaded bracelets in all shapes and colors on your arms and around your ankles!

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