Arm Candy. Bracelets otherwise known as arm candy. I love that term as it brings back childhood memories of those awful powdery candies strung together on an elastic band. We’d proudly wear them, eating the candies throughout the day. I must admit that while I secretly still kind wish I could wear candy on my wrist, I can definitely appreciate a beautiful piece of real jewelry. As a bonus a gorgeous bracelet will enhance any outfit.
Bracelets are so versatile, they can be worn around your ankle or your boot or of course your wrist. There are so many wonderful traditions associated with this type of jewelry. In Bulgaria, for example, there is a great tradition of tying a red and white string around your wrist to encourage spring to arrive sooner. It took so long to arrive that I don’t think I’m going out on a limb by saying most of us might just adopt this tradition next year?
Another fabulous tradition I just heard about comes from Greece. I’m dying to know if this is true. On the first of March, you tie a red and white string around your wrist to help protect you from the searing Greek sun. I love it! Sounds like the simplicity of a red and white string is very useful indeed…
For me, a tank top which shows off my bare arms is the ideal palette for some gorgeous bracelets. At night I can wear a wide silver cuff for a sophisticated look and during the day some thinner stacking bracelets. In the cooler months I like to layer a bracelet over the sleeve of my sweater, it becomes a part of my outfit for an elegant and chic look.
So whether you choose silver bangles, charm bracelets, fancy cuffs or even just a simple string, enjoy some fun arm candy this summer!
Here is some more arm candy for your enjoyment!
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Love stacking up bracelets for a glam look! Ur bracelets are beautiful! Hope you are having a wonderful day!
-Jyoti
Style-Delights Blog
So do I, thanks so much!
xo
Im am totally getting into bracelets again lately. When I was younger I would hang a different oversized bangle on my arm every day but over the years , I stopped accessorising. Now I really just want to collect & wear beautiful bracelets. Very pretty and inspiring
Awe thanks! I go through phases with my jewelry. Now it’s bracelets but then I can easily switch it up to rings or earrings or necklaces!
xo
love all this bracelets http://differentcands.blogspot.kr/
I just love them all!!!!!
xoxo
Trendy Bow
Another very enjoyable post Caroline! I’ve never thought about the traditions involving bracelets, it’s charming. Bracelets are my favorite piece of jewelry.
xoxo
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Why thank you! I never thought about the traditions either until I decided to just google it. I love bracelets even more now!
xo
Arm candy indeed. I can confirm the Greek tradition. Totally true!
Miss Margaret Cruzemark
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More lovely pieces! You’ve got the best eye for finding these buried in shop after shop!
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Awe thanks so much I really appreciate that!
xo
Oh these are so adorable love them darling! The big silver braided chain one is my fav.
xoxo Pakize
Oh yeah that is a beautiful one!
xo
So beautiful..I don´t like necklaces as much, so armcandy is my go-to accessory!
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During the summer I agree with you completely!
xo
Adoro os acessórios, fazem sempre toda a diferença =)
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what gems! love it!
Thanks!
xo
Lovely bracelets! I have to say, I picture the same thing when I read the words “arm candy”. I was addicted to those things as a kid!! 🙂
Kristine
http://www.pugglewearsprada.blogspot.com
Oh I’m so glad I’m not the only one! I used to love those things.
xo
I really like the ones on the first pic! Beautiful!
xx
Sophisticated Lace
Yes, those ones are just wonderful!
xo
You have beautiful bracelets!! I loved hearing about the wonders of a red and white string, I never knew countries saw that as a symbolic symbol. I enjoyed reading your post!
I love how symbolic they are!
xo
It is a tradition not followed anymore. The “bracelet” is called Martis from Martios which means March!
xxx
Nina
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I love that tradition, I think it’s so much fun!
xo
what a nice selection of arm candy!! i totally remember those sugary bracelets and necklaces!!
Sisters Marie
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Ha! I feel a little silly but they were so fun!
xo
Wow…. I love them all Caroline!!!!
Happy sunday honey!!!
Thank you!
xo
Wow…. I love them all Caroline!
Happy sunday honey!
Happy Sunday and thank you!
xo
I love these in the third pic!
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Thanks! those are actually mine!
xo
very nice!!!:)
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Thank you!
xo
I love a good arm party
Ha! Me too.
xo
I love this post about bracelets, I think all womens love to wear them… kisses
http://www.petitgraphie.blogspot.com
Thank you! I think bracelets are so great!
xo
In love with the pink stone one!!! It’s stunning!!! I love to wear bracelets all the time but specially in summertime…!!
All the stuff are yours?? I ♥ it!!
xx
Lady Trends
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Oh I love that one too! That one is mine (I’ve had it for years) the second pic are from my friends store and the sparkly ones are mine too! I’m so glad you like them.
xo
very nice pictures! we love it!
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Thanks so much!
xo
Great post! I love the bracelets in the first post especially!
thank you so much!
xo
Have a great start of the week my dear Caroline!!!!
Oh thank you! I hope you have a fabulous week!
xo
Lovely post. I’m a huge fan of accessories especially rose stone.
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Accessories are just the best aren’t they!
xo
These pieces are lovely! I remember eating candy necklaces! They were the best!
~Sara
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Oh good! I felt kind of silly but there’s so much nostalgia associated with them!
xo
omg i’m such an accessory loving girl! What a great selection! Your blog btw is looking SO GOOD!!!! Really enjoy it! xoxo
Oh thanks so much that really means a lot!
xo
Okay, weird note: I have two bracelets. Period. One is a cheap seed bead and the other is a cheap vintage avon. I tend to bang bracelets around because I work with my hands so much. Also, my wrists are small and I have difficulty finding ones that fit. I love the look of bracelets though, so maybe I should keep my eyes open for something in the future!
-Jamie
ChatterBlossom
No not a weird comment! I have trouble finding bracelets that fit too. I’ve bought kid sizes before! I find that ones with a hinge fit best.
xo
I love it when people pile bracelets artistically on their arm, and their arms just do the I Collect Crazy Airmmiles jingle jangle, but these days I am all about that one bold cuff on my right and snake/tiger/any animal bracelet on my left….
Oh, yes! I love a large chunky cuff!
xo
Ooh I love bracelets!! They add so much!
Hope
hchdesigns.blogspot.com
me too, they are so fun!
xo
Oh how I love bracelets 🙂 Chunky, cuffs, dainty, statement… you name I love them!
Its funny because I don’t wear a ton of bracelets because I can rarely find ones that fit my wrist, but man do I love them! lol!!
xo, Jackie
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I have a hard time finding ones to fit my wrists as well so I usually stick to ones that have a hinge.
xo