In the world of jewelry there is nothing more experimental and fashion-forward than teen jewelry. Because teenage tastes change as drastically and dramatically as the music videos they see of their favorite artists, the challenge for makers of teen jewelry is to create pieces that are not just attractive, but also quite up to date and edgy.

Celebrity Matters

Accessories sported by major celebrities and the coolest rock icons will no doubt make their way into the halls of great teen jewelry. Remember the tongue rings rockstars used to sport in the late 90s? The number of teenagers wanting to have these on their own tongues only proves that teen jewelry is dependent upon celebrity status.

Any type of jewelry that is parent-approved is a no-no. Kids want only the bling that has the seal of approval of their idols. Current favorites include heart and butterfly pendants on skinny chains, and chunky mesh style bracelets and chokers.

Beads of Friendship

One of the most popular types, and less edgier versions, of teen jewelry is beaded. Friendship beads are a staple in grade school and high school and boys and girls alike are great fans of these colorful trinkets.
Beaded teen jewelry often represents a more demure kind of teenage lifestyle, one that espouses peace, calm, friendship, and love. Charm bracelets and simple pendants fall into this category as well..

Personalized Teen Jewelry

There is no better way to bring out individuality and independence than a personalized piece of jewelry. It is during the teenage years that ones creativity often surfaces, which makes it the best time to experiment with the types of jewelry and dressing style one chooses. If we look at the jewelry trends per generation, we will find that teen jewelry are the most exciting pieces, with lots of colors, embellishments, and stamps of personalization.

Remember, teens ache all the time to be seen as unique. Jewelry is a stepping stone to making this message known to the rest of the world.

Jewelry and Social Status

For teens, it’s not really how much jewelry you put on or how much it cost. Most of the time, it’s how it is embellished and how it is used. A necklace that has been converted into a bracelet would make for a great piece that could start a school trend. A piercing, similarly, could also build a following. Most teens enjoy pieces that stand out a bit, and express their own status and personality.

Teen jewelry no doubt spells more than just accessorizing to make an outfit look nicer. For the younger generation, jewelry and accessories are a reflection of who they are and the message they want to bring out.

There are several different types of it that all brides should be aware of when choosing hair accessories for their wedding. Most people are aware that it is measured in karats – 10k, 14k, 18k, and 24k. To clarify, the karat indicates the amount of pure gold that is in the metal. The higher the karat, the more pure gold that is contained in the metal. Then you have gold filled and plated metal. These metals have the look and appearance of solid gold, but the plating will eventually wear off, revealing something quite different underneath. Gold filled metal is made when a layer of gold is fused to another metal. Like plated metal, it looks and wears like solid gold; but it is far more valuable than gold plate and lasts much longer.

Gold plated filigree combs or barrettes are beautiful, but the real will last for generations, making the hair accessories used in your wedding an heirloom that can be handed down to the women in your family for many generations to come.

To some, silver means pure of heart and the bride who selects silver combs or barrettes to wear in her hair on her wedding day has made a wonderful decision. Silver comes in a variety of weights and grades. Sterling silver is the standard. Silver is graded by the amount of pure silver in the metal by numbers, usually stamped somewhere on the bullion it comes from. Silver is less expensive, but in certain cultures, it has more spiritual significance than gold.

Handcrafted bridal hair accessories made from silver and gold can be made anyway you like, but they can be very costly. Most upscale department stores and reputable jewelry retailers offer an array of gold or silver hair accessories that would be perfect for the bride who chooses to wear gold accessories in her hair. Vintage shops are