Tribal Trends in Jewelry

Big, bold and colorful express the tribal trend in jewelry this season. Tribal jewelry has been around a long time and this season it is playful, daring and ethnic with a modern twist. This evocative style depicts the historically primitive people from all over the world. The confident, stylish woman can pair these symbolic statements with jeans, an ethnic wrap, or a sundress, for a stunning and refreshing look. Catwalks from London to New York are teeming with all kinds of tribal fashion.
The ethnic influence comes from Asia, Africa, India and South America. The pieces are not only cultural but religious symbolism as well. Even designers in New Zealand are crafting tribal pieces from jade, black jade and paua shells that all have spiritual symbolism attached. Because jade is hand carved, the precision detailing and attention to each piece makes for an exquisite, one-of-a-kind design. Some of the designs include different colors of bindings which is the Maori symbol for strength and courage over adversity. Some have a swirl pattern carved out which is called "Koru" and those patterns symbolize peace, tranquility, and spirituality. The black jade twist is an eternal symbol of the "paths of life and love." The black jade fish hook design symbolizes prosperity and abundance. They are breathtaking to behold!
Worldly sophistication is the look when you rock the tribal vibe this spring. Turquoise coral and silver spark a Navajo flair of the raw beauty of an African safari theme. Charm bracelets of black cord, wooden beads and silver dangling charms make a bold statement for the wrists of the most discriminating women. Cluster rings of onyx, jade and semi-precious stones speak volumes about the classic taste of the lady that wears it. The chandelier earrings that are popular this season also appeal in the tribal version as well – sterling silver dotted with bits of turquoise. Ethnic beauty, for sure!
Playing dress up is easy when you have tribal patterned bangles with velvet lining. Filigree hoops with turquoise beads add to the tribal vision as well. Another tribal design to consider is the camel bone necklace in flat tiled squares adorned with geometric patterns speaks loudly as to the person’s personality. This unique color and design blends perfectly with black attire or with the more springy shades of blue and orange. It’s very light and easy to wear.
Tribal breastplate necklaces are the ethnic version of the bib necklaces that are trending this season. They are adorned with large black, green, and red geometric shapes, hanging from a black tube cord with a gold chain clasp. They are colorful, not at all subtle, and bring about the feel of a cross between old school tribal and modern, futuristic warrior. These pieces are best worn with turtlenecks, sleeveless tees, or a bikini, if you dare! They are couture "wow" at its finest!
Tribal trends are definitely not for the demure, simplistic, minimalistic women. Strong and bold is who you are!
Interested in the latest fashion trends? Check out the latest arrivals by top designers Repetto and Rick Owens.