June, 2009

Indian costume jewellery care tips

Thursday, June 11th, 2009

Practically all of our jewellery at Asian Glitz and Asian Designs has been handmade from India, making all our items personal and unique.

Indian fashion jewellery comes in a variety of finishes such as gold  tone, silver tone, mehendi rose tone etc.  These finishes are coatings on top of a base metal and if not taken care they can result in your jewelery looking tired.

Like most costume jewellery & Indian fashion jewelry, they need a little more care since they are adorned with gems and beads.  Good care is essential to maintain the condition of your bollywood costume jewelry for many years to come.

The following tips will help you to keep your jewellery looking its best:

  • Store all items in a cool and dry place, and store separately in order to avoid scratching and damage.
  • Avoid contact with chemicals such as perfume, deodorant etc.
  • Do not use abrasive jewellery cleaners.
  • Clean your jewellery with a soft cloth and mild detergent with water if required, rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth.
  • Dry your jewellery with a soft cloth if it gets wet.
  • Jewellery should be put on last and taken off first while dressing.
  • Never wear your fashion jewellery whilst asleep in bed.

Summer Indian fashion jewelry trends 2009

Thursday, June 4th, 2009

This summer’s trend we see some of the 80′s fashion returning, such as neon coloured clothes, leg warmers and leggings.  If you’re not quite brave enough to wear neon then why not have some fun with some brightly coloured fashion jewellery and accessories!

As we all know Indian / Asians are renowned for brightly coloured costume jewelleries to match their stunning outfits, such as traditional Indian necklaces, bangles, earrings and even Indian bindis.  Here at Asian Glitz we offer authentic Indian costume jewelerywith a touch of bollywood elegance all at affordable prices.

Our favourite neon jewellery for this summer is this stunning hot orange crystal necklace set at £28.00 which includes matching earrings and tika.  With orange bangle sets to match at £14.00 per set.

Hyacinth Indian Necklace Set (Silver) £28.00

Hyacinth Indian Necklace Set (Silver) £28.00

Hot Orange Bangle Set in Size 2.6 - £14.00

Hot Orange Bangle Set in Size 2.6 - £14.00

Hot pink crystal bollywood earrings at £15.00 each pair:

Fuchsia crystal earrings in silver - £15.00

Fuchsia crystal earrings in silver - £15.00

Indian bangle sizing

Tuesday, June 2nd, 2009

Indian / bollywood bangles come in various sizes to ensure a perfect fit.  Bangles are measured across the diameter to find the correct size.

To find out what bangle size you are, just measure across a bangle that currently fits you well.  Bangles should be worn tighter then you would wear a bracelet, this will stop them from slipping off your wrists.

SIZE DESCRIPTION INCHES MILLIMETRES
2.4 extra small 2 + 4/16” 57mm approx.
2.6 small 2 + 6/16” 61mm approx.
2.8 medium 2 + 8/16” 64mm approx.
2.10 large 2 + 10/16” 67mm approx.

We know that everyone’s hands and wrists are different shapes and sizes that’s why at Asian Glitz and Asian Designs all of our bangles come in various sizes.

Find out your bangle size from the above chart and select your size below to view our lovely range of bangles and bangle sets:

Asian Glitz: Size 2.6, Size 2.8, Size 2.10

Asian Designs: Size 2.6, Size 2.8, Size 2.10