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Wooden Bow Ties

kivimeri — Mon, 13 Jul 2015 10:43:28 +0000

Three Unique Benefits of Wooden BowTies

Let’s face it, fashion in general, is constantly changing, literally on a month by month basis in some instances.

When people think of the 70’s for instance, they think of flare bottomed jeans and trousers, yet now that type of look is literally unheard of for most people.

We all want to look our best and we all want to wear clothing that reflects our personalities and our particular character traits.

When it comes to fashion, clothing, and fashion accessories, the thing to remember is that if you like something and like the way it looks on you, then you should wear it, and not care what people think.

This season, and next for that matter, one particular fashion accessory that looks set to be huge, and one that will certainly turn a lot of heads for all of the right reasons, is the wooden bow tie. Wooden bow ties are basically exactly as they sound, a bow tie that is made from a stylish and beautifully finished cut of wood.

Here’s a look at three unique benefits associated with wooden bow ties.They’re stylish and fashionable – Wooden bow ties come in a variety of different styles, patterns, and shapes, and go incredibly well with a variety of different clothing items. For a smart and formal look, why not pair a wooden bow tie up with a button down shirt, and perhaps even a waistcoat to go with it. The look achieved will be incredibly stylish and very smart as well. The great thing about these bow ties is that they can be used in a smart / casual way, or a more formal way, depending on the clothes that you pair them up with.

They’re easy to clean and last a lifetime – Regular bow ties look great and are still very stylish and fashionable, the only real issue with them is that they are so difficult to clean.

They’re so delicate that you can’t simply throw them into the washing machine as they’d just fall apart. Bow ties need to be dry cleaned, and unfortunately not everybody has access to dry cleaners nearby. Wooden bow ties however, are perfectly fine. If you do spill something on it, food or wine perhaps, a quick wipe with an ever so slightly damp cloth will leave it spotless. As it is wood as well, germs and smells don’t get engrained into the material, so it basically looks and smells brand constantly. To really leave it looking great, we carefully wax and polish all the products.

They’re unique and help you to stand out – Some of us want to stand out from the crowd and express ourselves in the way we dress and the way we look and that’s another reason why wooden bow ties are great.

About our premium wood bow ties:

Introducing premium wooden bow ties made from exotic hardwood and authentic British made Harris tweed

We are the only wooden bow tie company providing unique cut-out designs with perfect hand finish.

Wooden bow ties are hand – crafted in Finland, the land of the thousand lakes and forests.

Choose from classic Scadinavian knits: grey or navy or from exclusive Harris Tweed collection: Turquoise Herringbone, Cerise or Sunshine Yellow.

Classic shape, high quality and natural materials are the things that never go out of style.

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Jewelry Trends 2015

kivimeri — Tue, 09 Sep 2014 17:44:41 +0000

Photos by KiviMeri, House of Holland, Net-a-Porter

No one likes to feel that they are missing out on a trend, but some trends are incredibly difficult to predict. Jewelry trends in particular are notorious for being kept very secret, and designers are very careful, trying to make sure that absolutely nobody finds out what they are planning for the next season.

That doesn’t mean, however, that we have no idea what is coming next.

In fact, we have a pretty good idea what designers have in mind for their jewelry collections in 2015, and we thought we would share some of them with you.

Not all of them will tickle your fancy, but you should be able to incorporate most of them into your accessorising in 2015.

Wood Wise

For a start, instead of focusing completely on metals, the new jewelry styles that are about to hit the runways and about to hit the stores are going to be ignoring gold, silver, and chrome to something a little more natural.

Hand crafted wood is going to be incredibly big this season, especially when contrasted with semi-precious stones such as amethysts, sapphires, and turquoise. By putting these two contrasting materials together, an unexpected beauty to the jewelry really shines out.

The hand crafted wood in the best jewelry will be sourced from sustainable forests, so if you want elegance without the guilt, always make sure that you find out where you wooden jewelry has been sourced from.

Alexander McQueen bracelet (net-a-porter); Gucci necklace (net-a-porter); KiviMeri Wood and Gemstone Jewelry; Lanvin wooden necklace (net-a-porter)

Carved

An element that has been seen on the catwalks more and more the last few months has been bone: you read that right, bone.

The texture of treated bone or horn is very soft and smooth, and many of the jewelry collections that we have seen that include horn pay homage to their origins fabulously by teaming the bone with animal designs.

Some of our favourite have been pendants with a simple horn carved to an intricate design. After all, you can never beat simplicity.

We think that wood and horn are becoming more popular because of their ties to nature.

Feathers and natural fabrics such as linens and leather have always been in vogue, but now it is the time for slightly more earthier materials to come to the foreground.

If you want to really show how instep you are with style with AW’2015 & SS’2015 seasons, then wood and horn are the way to go.

KiviMeri Prehistoric horn necklaces; Ashley Pittman earrrins and ring (net-a-porter)

Quirky Plastic

If, on the other hand, you want to swing the complete opposite direction, you are in luck: plastic is back.

Those of us that remember the eighties would probably wonder if plastic ever left, but now it is back with a passion.

Many people believed that plastic could never be made into something beautiful, but you just want until you see some of the amazing jewelry designs that will be hitting us next year.

The use of laser cutting machines mean that you will see more and more geometric designs that look more at home on an architect’s desk than around your neck, but before you know it, absolutely everyone will have one. Now is the time to get ahead of the crowd.

Marni earrings (net-a-porter); KiviMeri Lumi Necklace; KiviMeri Mermaid Necklace; House of Holland lookbook

Jewelry is one of the few parts of fashion that will always surprise and delight.

After all, there is only so many times that you can re-design a dress, but rings, bracelets, and necklaces are completely malleable and new every season.

Don’t get left behind in the fashion stakes this year: keep your eye out for these top 2015 jewelry trends!

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What to Wear: Summer Jewelry Essentials

kivimeri — Fri, 11 Jul 2014 17:44:31 +0000

It’s summertime!

Summer brings warm, sunny days that last late into the evening. Outdoor activities, vacations, and family gatherings provide plenty of opportunities to make the most of these beautiful days.

As it heats up, it is time to pull out your summer styles. Away with the bulky sweaters and out come the flirty dresses!

What is the best kind of jewelry to highlight your cute summer outfits?

Contemporary acrylic jewelry is a fabulous choice for this steamy season. It is lightweight and can be formed into hundreds of bright-colored, fun creations. KiviMeri has some gorgeous examples of designer pieces that would be great additions to your summer collection.

Mermaid Necklace http://www.kivimeri.com/shop/mermaid-necklace/;
Nautical Earrings http://www.kivimeri.com/shop/nautical-earrings/;
Bow Earrings http://www.kivimeri.com/shop/bow-earrings/;
Raspberry Taste Geometric Clip-on Earrings http://www.kivimeri.com/shop/raspberry-taste-geometric-clip-earrings/

Our Mermaid Necklace is a must have piece of jewelry for your next beach day. With lovely aqua coloring that will remind you of the Caribbean Sea, the hint of mermaid scales will give you the appearance of a sea-going siren.

Pair the Mermaid Necklace with these Nautical Earrings for a shimmering look that is bound to attract some attention. With the same teal, mermaid scale pattern, the earrings also include a tiny anchor and starfish charm for cuteness beyond measure.

KiviMeri’s Bow Earrings with a tiny crown will bring out the princess in any girl who wears them. These come in a variety of colors to match them to your favorite outfit. They would make an adorable matching mother-daughter accessory.

Raspberry Taste Geometric Clip-on Earrings are perfect for your next picnic with their fun, fruity colors. The angles in pink and green that our designers have created in this set are eye-catching.

If au natural better describes your summer style, you will fall in love with our amazing wood jewelry collection. With natural substances in lovely patterns, each piece is handcrafted out of hardwood and gemstones.

Key Necklace http://www.kivimeri.com/shop/key-necklace-turquoise/; Kiss the Sky Turquoise Earrings http://www.kivimeri.com/shop/turquoise-earrings/; Wooden Swan Earrings http://www.kivimeri.com/shop/swan-wooden-earrings-sterling-silver/

The Key Necklace is a whimsical example of this natural style. Match this with any summer outfit and look ready to open the door to a far away fairyland.

Maybe the key fits the lock on our Kiss the Sky Turquoise Earrings that are a beautifully crafted wood design surrounding a single stone dangling within a keyhole shaped opening.

For a unique and exotic look, wear Wooden Swan Earrings. Crafted from Cocobolo wood, you will not find a piece of jewelry like this anywhere else.

Look no further than KiviMeri.com for special jewelry to add a spectacular touch to your summer wardrobe!

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Rustic Wedding Ideas

kivimeri — Wed, 09 Jul 2014 17:44:01 +0000

Rustic weddings are becoming more and more popular – but what are they?

Rustic themed weddings are all about the outdoors, and natural materials.

They often include items like driftwood, mason jars, and handmade items by the families of the happy couple.

Often held outside, there is nothing false or artificial about a rustic wedding, everything is centred around organic and natural elements.

Rustic weddings are gorgeous to organise and so much fun to attend, but some brides and grooms do not know how to incorporate the rustic wedding theme into their attire.

Thankfully, we have some awesome ideas.

Wedding jewelry can display your rustic theme easily, especially if it is made out of a natural material such as wood.

Wooden earrings are a cute little embellishment to any outfit, but to a bridal outfit, they are a necessity. These gorgeous little wooden earrings also manage to cover your ‘something blue’ at the same time!

You can team them – if you want your wedding jewellery to match – with this elegantly cut wooden necklace.

Of course, the main man of the day does not have to be left out!

Add that extra level of quirkiness and fun with something that many people have never seen before: a bow tie with a difference.

This wooden bow tie is an excellent way to stand out from the crowd – after all, how many wooden bow ties do you see at weddings?

This wooden bow tie is also an amazing keepsake from your special day that you will be able to hold onto for your children.

You will stun your guests with the way that you managed to bring your wedding theme into the tiny touches that many other people forget.

Really make the rustic wedding theme your own with these gorgeous little touches.

Photos by Mihaja Photography;luna—belle.tumblr.com; ireallylikeweddings.tumblr.com; KiviMeri.

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Pastels and Brights: How to Wear?

kivimeri — Tue, 04 Mar 2014 17:45:45 +0000

This season is all about a mix of soft and delicate pastels with strong eye-catching hues.

Get inspired with Pantone Spring – Summer 2014 color palette and see how designers are playing with light and shadows, colors and shapes!

How to wear pastels and pop up brights together?

Jewelry is the best way of pairing them.

Monochromatic combo works well – try, for instance, a baby pink blouse or dress and hot pink earrings or pair Placid and Dazzling Blue hues from Pantone’s palette.

Go bold and wear complimentary colors like emerald green and amethyst violet or feel summery with a juicy combination of an orange necklace with a light-washed denim shirt or a dress.

If your aren’t sure what colors work well together, just google “Color Wheel” or designer programs such as Color Scheme Designer or Adobe Kuler. They help you create beautiful color combinations and – good news – they are free:)

Check out our colorful necklaces and earrings and choose something yours!

How do you wear pastels and brights this Spring?

photos by pantone.com and kivimeri.com

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