Costume jewellery, also known as fashion or junk jewellery, is centuries old. Costume jewels are made of high quality metals which make them suitable to be used for daily wear and they are very long lasting. These articles are quite cheap and affordable. Due to the use of these articles in stage and theatre plays they are termed as costume jewels.
Fashion jewellery is easily available on the market and is made of less expensive materials like; glass, wood, plastic and other non precious metals. These sparkling and fashionable jewels are used in stage performance to capture the attention of audience.
Stylish and lovely fashion jewels include; earrings, bracelets, tiaras, clips, bands and other articles. All articles are beautifully designed. Lovely and charming stones used in costume jewellery are not real. Instead synthetic stones are used to make it more glamorous and reasonably priced.
Faux pearls, corals and other artificial beads are used in costume articles. Many designers also make trendy and fascinating fashion jewellery articles. Some of the well-known costume jewellery designers are Coco Chanel, Elsa Schiaparelli, and Miriam Haskell. These designers provide an eclectic range of gleaming and trendy fashion jewels.
Leather articles are also very common among youngsters. These articles are quite cheap and so teenage boys and girls can easily afford them to look more modern and fashionable. Glass jewels look simply stunning and are used on occasions like engagements and weddings.
Imitation jewels with intricate designs and gorgeous stones are easily available on the market. Vintage costume jewels are the choice of many men and women. Vintage jewels are very classy with rhinestone and other beautiful pearls and stones. Vintage costume jewels are timeless and they maintain their charm and beauty even after centuries but may need a little retouching.