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Posted by diamondjim on Thursday, 27 August, 2009 @ 7:44 pm

The most popular and fastest growing trend regarding jewelry today is that of Italian charms. The trend was started in Italy in the 1980s. It spread widely after soccer players were seen sporting the modular bracelets that represented their individual country’s colors. The trend spilled over to the United States in the 1990s by American tourists and has only spread like wildfire since.

Each bracelet consists of 18 interchangeable rectangular stainless steel links. The Italian charm starter bracelet consisting of blank links allows for a complete look. Each link is a standardized size, which allows for a multitude of companies to provide charms at various rates. Unlike traditional charm bracelets that dangle. The Italian charm bracelet is a modular unit that can be changed according to an individual’s changing interests.

Charms can represent anything that the wearer chooses. However, the most common charms are representations of an individual’s hobbies, interests and profession. The links are interchangeable so that each bracelet can be as unique as each individual.

Charms were originally made by soldering a charm onto the bottom of the link. However, high quality charms are made through an enamel process. This process can produce charms in full color and provides for a wider variety of charms. However, the process is expensive, so it is reserved for the highest selling charms. The individuality of the bracelet, though, often creates a desire for more customized charms. Therefore, new, less expensive, methods for producing individual charms had to be discovered.

Laser technology has been found to be an inexpensive yet reliable method of creating charms. This type of charm is manufactured by a laser permanently etching the design onto the surface of the steel. Laser charms are the least expensive charms to purchase. However, laser technology has also allowed for individuals to customize a charm to their specific instructions. Custom charms are a bit more expensive but not totally unfordable.

Further customization can be accomplished through the use of photographs. Photographs can be turned into charms through two methods. First, the photograph is mounted to the rectangular piece and sealed over. Second, the image can be transferred to the metal through a process known as dye-sublimation.

The trend of Italian charms has spread to other merchandise in recent years. The modular links can now be found on anklets, key chains, earrings and necklaces.

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Posted by diamondjim on Saturday, 22 August, 2009 @ 10:08 pm

There have been charm bracelets on the market for many years, but none have caught people’s attention like the Italian charm bracelets have. Having the ability to create this into a piece of art just for the person that is wearing it is one of the things that draw people to them. Italian charms can be found in many different kinds and they can be so easily personalized.

Italian charms are something that can be used to identify a person. They may have charms that spell out a name or of a hobby that they enjoy participating in. There are endless choices that a person can make when it comes to them and they can make their bracelet as personalized as they like.

You can find Italian charms in a wide range of prices. Some are very inexpensive and are borderline plain in appearance, then there
are those that are quite extravagant and have elegant gems imbedded in them which makes the price so much higher. No matter what your preference is, there are charms to fit all people no matter on the size of the person’s wallet.

On this note though, you do need to watch for a few things when you are investing in Italian charms. One would be to make sure that the stainless steel ones that you buy are really made of stainless steel. There are a lot of fakes on the market and you need to watch out for these. The establishment that sells the charms should be able to tell you what kind of stainless steel is used in the charms that they sell. If they do not know this then I would not purchase them at this place that is for sure.

Some Italian charms come with brands or logos right on the back of them. This can indicate a better quality of charm when you see this. Charms that don’t have any labelling on the back are something to be wary of as they probably are not stainless at all.

One last thing to look out for when buying your Italian charms would be to watch for the ones that claim to be gold. Most of them are not gold, but just gold plated. The prices could seem deceptive in come cases. Make sure that you pay attention to the prices that retailers are charging for charms like this. The price should be reflective of the quality of the charm, and you want to be certain of this before investing your money.

After looking over the things above you can venture shopping for your Italian charms and be able to spot ones that are genuine. This can make shopping for Italian charms far more enjoyable.

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Posted by diamondjim on Tuesday, 21 July, 2009 @ 10:37 pm

As per their namesake, Italian charms originated from Italy. From there, slowly but surely the trend caught on that even football stars started to wear them with their national flags as a symbolic pride. It was only rather recently, circa the early 1990s that America caught on to this trend. But the popularity of these charms has continued to flourish there and more and more people are being drawn to them.

The fashion accessory is not just gaining recognition at its birthplace Italy alone but it is getting more and more publicity worldwide among the youngsters or teenagers and even older generation man and woman are falling for its charms. No matter their age, sex, race, religion or their status in the society, people still love the charm bracelet. The reason behind its popularity is mostly due to the fact that users can customize it to suit their own preference and style.

Some of the readers might not have an idea what an Italian charm bracelet is. The Italian charm bracelet, in fact, is like a normal bracelet in which comes with an elastic band to support the bracelet which consists of metal links where they are joined together to form an Italian charm bracelet. The standard size of the charm bracelet is eighteen links, and most of the bracelets are regulated because the makers do not want their bracelets to look weird in terms of sizes when compared to other bracelets in the market. There are separate single links being sold in stores and retail outlets nowadays where the customers can find links that have special pictures or photos that are permanently printed on the links so that the customers can choose their own links and add them to their charm bracelet to make it special. The design of the links varies from general photos or images to famous cartoon characters. It is easy for the customers to use the new link on their bracelet since they only have to slip it in.

The Italians normally use metal links to make their charm bracelet. They will use metal products ranging from gold, white platinum metal, aluminum, stainless steel or gold plates to make their bracelet links. Any finished bracelet can be taken off and re-arranged again where the new links can be added or the old ones can be replaced. For beginner users, experts would recommend getting the starter or beginner bracelet to use first. The starter charm is just a simple blank colorless charm which the links are just plain metal which lets the customer add the links that they want. It is better for Italian charm bracelet users to use metal which do not rust easily or break easily when choosing new links. The Italian bracelet can be given as a nice present for your love ones if you do not have any idea what to get them for their special days since they can choose to add links which suits their taste and preferences.

Nowadays, there are more and more stores and shops that specialize and sell both the starter beginner charm bracelet and also the bracelet links. The links they sell range from the hilarious to the serious type of themes. Before you actually go and purchase the additional links, remember to look through the choices and themes available so you can make a good choice. One source of reference that you can choose is the world wide web, or otherwise known as the internet where the vast range of online shops and references on websites and blogs allow you to see the countless choices available. Most of the store owners are willing to help you order the links you want from other locations worldwide.

One of the more popular services now that is offered by the stores is the service to print your favorite and most memorable photos on your links. This can be done by using the latest technology in the printing industry, thermal printing, the photographs are printed straight on your chosen links and a special resistant cover is lacquered on to make it last longer. Businesses and companies can also make use of the customizing ability of the bracelet to promote and market the company and its products or services since you can print the company’s logo and name on the link and then the users would notice the name and logo every time they wear their bracelets. Passing the bracelet to your close ones as gifts when you are travelling abroad or for their birthday would really be a good way to show your appreciation towards them.

If you are looking to further enhance your looks by adding some accessories or planning to buy a gift for someone, the Italian charm bracelet will be a good choice. The bracelet can be used for any event or occasion since you can choose and apply the Italian charm links which are suitable. The ability to change the overall look of these accessories makes them highly popular and wanted by many in the world.

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