Oxidised jewellery is back with a bang!

Oxidised jewellery is in vogue again as a classy option with all its charm and fine craftsmanship
A gleaming beauty of black silver is often equated to that of moon’s glowing spark. And the fact that oxidised silver tends to harmonise with any skin tone thereby enhancing the look of the wearer. No wonder it’s back in the vogue as a favorite among jewellery-lovers. A growing popularity of oxidised jewellery has resulted in innovative designs.The designer collection of rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets and so forth are infinite! Moreover, the trend in fashion jewellery is also contributing a lot in popularising such ornaments among all female age group.
Innovations
The trend of using oxidised texts or engraved designs on pendants, charm bracelets or bangles made of gold or silver has caught on, which can perfectly match your trendy style and even help you bag an elegant and classy look. These deigns can be an ideal wear for those who believe in setting trend for others rather than walking on the set ones. Oxidised bowls in different sizes for interior décor or serving make a statement and are a hit for corporate gifting. Other novelties in oxidised designs are watch bracelets, religious icons, pendants in animal designs or shapes, jewellery for astrology with specific gemstones and gold plated oxidised bangle bracelets.
Give a break
Gone are the days when people wore the real stuff for occasions to feel accepted. In fact, oxidised jewellery is enthusiastically embraced by folks belonging to all strata of the society. ‘’The fun thing about it is I can team it with any outfit and with any kind of look — be it a trendy or a traditional one. The market has so much to offer in terms of variety, colour and design. Most importantly, it is inexpensive if you compare it with any other type of jewellery,’’ says Neha Jain, a fashion designer.
Team it up
Reasons why oxidised jewellery is a big hit with fashionistas are that it can be found in a riot of variety, designs and colors with mix-n-match of different material like wood, beads, ivory, shells, jute, terracotta and different types of metals. The whole idea of any jewellery is to know how to wear it right. Nikita Wable, a freelance writer, says, ‘’The best way to do this trend is to style your look with chunky oxidised jewellery with any wear like sarees, kurta, western outfit, indo western or with an elegant maxi. I team it up with any of my outfits and it is often appreciated.’’
The bold way
Oxidised jewellery with intricate thread work is becoming popular because of its versatility. We all love to look stylish, and want to be recognised for our brilliance, intelligence and conversational skills. To stand out in a crowd, all you need is a piece or two of eye-catching costume jewellery. In fact, oxidised jewellery can be crafted into maang tikkas, armlets, wristlets, anklets, toe-rings and kadas at affordable prices. So, a bold and smart approach to your style is the way to go when all that glitters is not gold!
Maintenance
If such jewellery is maintained with precaution, it can last as long as your gold ones. Keep your costume jewellery in a closed cardboard box, covering it up with cotton. The ideal place to store them is cool and away from sunlight. Even indoor light source like florescent lights or light bulbs turn the color of oxidised jewelry over time. If you expect not to wear a certain piece for a long time, put it in an air-tight bag and store it in a drawer.