Military clothing has long been a staple of women’s fashion.  Indeed, military inspired clothing have appeared year after year, season after season.  Whereas last year’s rage was the military jacket and big shoulders, Spring 2010 calls for much muted and feminine military clothes.

And by feminine, it means that military clothing for this season are much less obvious.

The color of military clothing for spring is navy and army green.  By all means, stay away from camouflage wear!!! Go for pieces that are made out of shearling.  Cuts now are more feminine and soft military clothing is what you are looking for.

For the most part, you could never go wrong with a matching top and bottom ensemble, or a military jacket on leather pants.  Military boots, preferably those with shearling embellishments, are also coming back.

There is actually two main looks for spring military wear: aviator and army.  The aviator look is more structured, and nothing much can be done with it.  It’s all about a brown aviator jacket with slim feminine cuts.  If you want to have the freedom to wear anything that you want and still be in vogue, then go for the army look this spring.

The Dog Tag

Who can think about military wear and not think about dog tags?  Well, the dog tag is still very much alive this year, as Giselle Bundchen shows:

LusterForever.com has just the right generic dog tag for you:

But because spring 2010’s military fashion is all about becoming more feminine, then we suggest this:

Or this:

Leather

Military wear, especially the army look also calls for a lot of leather.  Again, check out what Gisele Bundchen has on her wrist:

So how about these?

A Little Bit More Feminine

If you like something a bit more feminine, you can always copy model Lily Donaldson’s look:

And accessorize with gold rings, silver rings, bracelets, and dangling necklaces.

I think a sterling silver Bracelet »”>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 Bracelet »”>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!

Does your man enjoy anniversary gift shopping? Or does he consider it akin to stepping into a minefield? Let’s face it – whoever said ‘it’s the thought that counts’ wasn’t talking to a woman! So what does a guy buy for the woman he loves, especially when it’s anniversary time? The right answer goes a long way toward deciding where he’s going to sleep tonight (and the night after that, and the night after that, and… well, you get the picture!) Help the poor man out! Make him read this blog post so he’ll never go wrong again with anniversary gift-giving!

Men … this post’s for you! We’ve got the answer to all your anniversary jewelry gift problems. Commemorate the occasion with a classic anniversary bracelet that’s elegant and totally her style.

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David Yurman is one of the world’s most prestigious jewelry houses with everyone from Kate Moss to Du Juan fronting its campaigns.This season is special as it showcases the arrival of Yurman’s Sculpted Collection, including an assortment of absolutely divine sterling silver bracelets. The collection features rings and necklaces in silver and gold, and comprises some of Yurman’s finest designs ever.But it’s not the rings or the necklaces we’re raving about – it’s the sterling silver bracelets!

From the sculpted sterling silver cuff bracelet to the moonlight ice sterling silver bracelet, complete with diamonds, each fashion bracelet is the perfect jewelry accessory for any occasion. Though not inexpensive, these sterling silver bracelets are a part of the Yurman collection, after all – a priceless and timeless line of fine jewelry!

Each and every Yurman piece is hand-made. My personal favorite is the sterling silver bracelet known as the Albion, modeled here by Kate Moss herself.And if you’re looking for a jewelry set,don’t worry – you can mix and match most of the pieces in the collection. Look no further to find the perfect sterling silver cuff bracelet to match your sterling Earring »”>silver earrings!

If the David Yurman collection is a little rich for your wallet, visit www.lusterforever.com for a great selection of affordable sterling silver bracelets and jewelry sets.

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!

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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!