Body Jewelry History

Natural Jewelry: Semi-Precious Gemstone Meanings and Folklore: Part Two

In our last article about the meanings and folklore of natural semi-precious stones, we covered them alphabetically A through L, and today it’s time to complete the equation.  Some of the beliefs a...
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Natural Stone Jewelry: Semi-Precious Gemstone Meanings and Folklore

We’ve all heard about the benefits of natural stone body jewelry; it’s environmentally friendly, hypo-allergenic, hardy, and beautiful to look at, as each piece of stone is unique unto nature.  But...
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Body Candy Video: Amazingly Chic New Feather Body Jewelry for Fall

Check out our latest video featuring Body Candy’s hottest new addition: feathers.  Meet Body Candy correspondent, Lyndzi, as she shows off our favorite new feathery items for Fall, including amazin...
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Splurge Versus Steal: How to get Yourself a Body Jewelry Deal

We’ve all heard the popular mantra of splurge versus steal, but how do you know when to go for broke and when to reel it in?  Well never fear savvy piercees, because by the time we’re done with you...
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To Anodize or Not to Anodize? – Titanium Body Jewelry Overview

There are two basic types of titanium body jewelry: solid titanium, and anodized or electroplated titanium, which is a hard titanium coating placed over another metal.  In most piercing jewelry, an...
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How to Make Your Jewelry and Body Jewelry Last

Many of you may be wondering how you can keep your jewelry looking great for a long time.  Here are some tips for caring for a wide range of jewelry. The first step in caring for your jewelry begin...
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Room Full of Roses

Rose Gold has been a hot trend in jewelry fashion lately. Like the blossom of the first flower in spring, this shade in the gold family is a blushing treat for any day. Exuding a retro style, Rose ...
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Leather of the Pack: How Leather Jewelry and Accessories Make Warm Weather Hot

Trendsetting for spring, leather is making a plunge right into resort wear. Designers such as Phillip Lim have incorporated leather into their trench coats, rompers, chino pants, and cropped jacket...
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Body Jewelry: Materials That Fit

With so many different materials out there, it can be difficult to decide exactly what’s best when it comes to body jewelry.  Most items made to be worn in a body piercing will come in several styl...