Leather Bracelets Are The Hottest Trend For The Modern Urban Warrior

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The right accessories can make or break an outfit. An accessory like a blingy buckle, that over-powers the look will attract too much attention and throw off the aesthetic balance. While a pair of sunglasses that are too small won’t suit the wearer’s face proportions and might even look comical. Also just following along with an accessory trend that doesn’t fit with a person’s authentic style will make the wearer feel awkward and will be difficult to incorporate into everyday looks. However, finding a fashion trend that doesn’t date and compliments various style categories is always a win. Enter leather bracelets.

Leather bracelets have been around for centuries. From royals wearing them to denote status and allegiance, to Spartan warriors who wore them as wrist protection in battle—leather bracelets have earned their right to be on a gentleman’s list of essential accessories.

Leather bracelets are strips of leather that are worn around the wrist and are typically favoured by men as a fashion accessory—though many women love them too. They come in various designs from thin strands of leather that ...
... are braided or twisted around each other to broad flat leather pieces that are engraved with designs. They can also fasten in different ways—some have magnetic clasps, bayonet clasps with push-pin closures, or a simple stud screw pin closure.

Leather bracelets often have other materials incorporated into the design. Sometimes this can be different coloured strips of leather that are twisted into intricate patterns. Other times it can be a stainless steel bar that leaves room for engraving a sentiment, a gold-plated strand that is woven through the leather, or leather and silver beads that are threaded onto the leather strip and held in place by jewellery crimps.

Leather bracelets can be worn in a variety of ways, whether stacked in a group or as a single statement piece. Some people wear their leather bracelets on the same wrist as their watch so that they create a vignette of accessories that complement each other, while other people wear their leather bracelets on their dominant hand (often their right hand) so that the bracelet stands out more. There is also the option of stacking several bracelets on one wrist as a way of chunky accessories to create a striking look—for this trend it is usually best not to exceed three bracelets as any more might start to venture into gladiator territory.

Leather bracelets are experiencing a resurgence in the fashion industry simply because they are an understated way to spice up a boring outfit. Natural leather comes in browns, and tan colours, but it can also be dyed other colours like charcoal black, or slate blue. Of course, leather is an animal product—it is produced from animal hide. But for those who prefer not to purchase genuine leather, there is also the option of vegan leather products.

Vegan leather is a cruelty-free version of leather that is eco-friendly because it is 100% synthetic. But don’t let that fool you, it is almost indistinguishable from genuine leather. Handcrafted leather is produced with the highest attention to detail and is ethically sourced so that no part of the production process is harmful to the environment. Because vegan leather is made from polyurethane or other types of recycled plastic, the design possibilities are endless. Jewellery designers can make leather bracelets in any colour or combination of colours according to their client's wants. But vegan leather isn’t limited to man-made fibres, it can also be made from plants like pineapple leaves, cork, or apple peels.

Taking proper care of vegan leather bracelets isn’t that different than taking care of other jewellery. The main tip is to avoid activities and products that will dry the leather out. Don’t swim with a leather bracelet on as the pool chemicals will damage the leather and tarnish the trim and the clasp. Avoid leaving the leather bracelet in direct and harsh sunlight. To take care of vegan leather give it an occasional rub with leather conditioner, taking extra care not to get any on the gold, silver, or stainless steel trim.

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