Introduction
Charm bracelets are chain link bracelets that can be used to attach charms. Charms are mementos of special events or relationships. Charms come designed as small decorative pendants in different shapes, colors and designs- including jewels, small animal shapes, initials of the wearer, symbols like the heart shape and so on. A charm bracelet can hold these charms in place.
History of Charm Bracelets
Charm bracelets have a long history. In ancient times, charms were believed to have magical powers. People used to wear charms to ward off evil spirits, appease the gods and such special purposes. Charms took on other meanings as time went by, and in the Middle Ages charms signified the rank and family of the wearer. Queen Victoria later wore charm bracelets as a fashion accessory. This was the start of the tradition of wearing charm bracelets for decorative purposes.
Soldiers returning home after the Second World War started the trend of taking charms for their wives and girlfriends at home. The trend continued throughout the 1950s when charm bracelets shot into popularity. Women and girls in this period wore charms that commemorated special moments in their lives. Charm bracelets have been in and out of fashion since then. The last decade saw charm bracelets rise in demand again.
Different Styles
Charm bracelets can be part of both casual and formal attire depending on the style and material of the bracelet. They are very popular with girls in the pre-teen and teen-age groups, although other age groups can also wear them. One of the latest trends is friends wearing matching charms or charms split into halves and each friend wearing a half. This signifies the inseparableness of the friends. Girls may wear charms that have the initials or a tiny picture of a boyfriend.
Charms on a bracelet may all be of similar type like stars or flower shapes, gems etc. Some charm bracelets may hold charms of different types, shapes and sizes.
Charm bracelets spell femininity. They also make wonderful gifts. Conversely, if a friend or special someone already has a charm bracelet, you can gift them a special charm on occasions like birthdays, weddings, new motherhood or festivals.
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