Did you watch the
2007 Oscars presentations to see what kind of jewelry the celebs were wearing? If you did, you probably noticed that most of the women wore either wide bangles, stacks of narrow bangles or multiple bracelets, mixing styles and sometimes letting the mix encircle both wrists. The word is that most of the bracelets they wore were made from platinum set with diamonds and other precious gems, but you can get the same look for a lot less.
I like this sterling silver cut-out bangle that hugs the wrist. It's about 1.25 inches wide and comes with three different fabrics that you can weave through the cut-outs to change your look. Use fabrics and laces of your own for even more versatility. The bracelet is made in Italy for Masini Gioielli's NumeroUno line.
Photo © Forzieri.
The sterling silver bands of this intertwined cuff bracelet appear to be somewhat braided, with gaps between the braids to form an airy design. Preview this bracelet by clicking on the image to the right, then moving to photo number two.
Photo © Blue Nile.
Three sterling silver bangles are somewhat intertwined, but they're anchored in a way to make the bangles appear they were slipped on your wrist to dangle individually and casually.
This pretty sterling silver bangle has black onyx on its wider, front side. Onyx is separated by bands of silver in a style that resembles enameling.
No gems, but this wide bracelet has plenty of sterling silver glimmer created by three rows of polished silver wire links. A safety clasp holds the bracelet securely on your wrist.
This fluid-like bracelet will drape delicately on your lower wrist. The bracelet has loads of white Swarovski crystals in a silver colored, nickel-free setting. Its clasp includes a chain with a 1.18" extender to help you adjust the bracelet's size to suit you. Made in Italy.
Wear this 0.5 inch wide sterling silver bangle by itself or stack it with other bracelets and bangles for a deep, textured look. The bangle can be engraved.
Three sterling silver bangles are curved and then anchored together to make a wider bangle. Airy spaces between the original narrow bangles give this piece a delicate look. It's difficult to describe, so be sure to take a look.
Deep red garnets are a lot more affordable than rubies! This narrow bracelet has bezel-set round garnets alternated with round sterling silver links. Wear it alone or stack it with other bracelets.
Take a look at this 18K gold bracelet if you don't mind spending the dollars for a lush wrist surround. The bracelet is handmade and resembles a belt. The "buckle" is a rectangular piece filled with pave set diamonds, about 0.45 total carats of them, which is used for size adjustment. The bracelet is made in Italy.
