Mama always said, "What goes around comes around." And while she was referring to karma, we think her sensible advice applies perfectly to fashion trends. So what's coming back around this season? Wood accessories.
But wait! Before sprinting up to the attic in search of mom's old jewelry box, read on. Bohemian's gone chic, adding color, sparkle and shine to the hippie designs of the '60s and '70s. This summer's look takes a decidedly modern stance, mixing wood with everything from leather and ribbon, to crystals and pearls.
How to get the look?
Tarina Tarantino www.tarinatarantino.com - a jewelry line often seen adorning the necks, lobes and limbs of Misha Barton, Cameron Diaz and Ashlee Simpson-is showcasing bohemian chic. Tarina's spring collection juxtaposes Swarovski crystals with raw, natural and shiny woods. Bracelets made from large green wooden beads are spaced with smaller pink crystal ones.
Shoulder-grazing earrings in a rich brown hue are embedded with sparkling amber crystals. And from a necklace of red and russet wooden beads dangles a pink Hello Kitty pendant outlined with-you guessed it-even more crystals.
For handbags, try Toast www.toastaccessories.com. The three-year-old line embellishes colorful leathers-like lime, fuchsia and turquoise-in a variety of shapes and textures, with large wooden discs. The discs-made from various shades of light and dark woods-are painted and carved with scenic designs of mushrooms, butterflies and birds.
And if you do happen to find mom's hippie relics, don't discount them entirely. The vintage pieces can be updated. Alternate chunky wood bangles with thin gold bracelets, and pile them on, on both arms. Re-string a beaded wooden necklace to incorporate colorful glass beads or even faux pearls.
Wood is in! Just remember to mix it up with the season's three key elements: color, sparkle and shine. Bohemian chic ... mom's gonna love it.
