Found in all parts of the world, the age-old phenomenon of tribal culture is surfacing as a global influence in today’s world of fashion and design. One can’t quite put a finger on a single ethnic pattern but it is its overly-decorated and vibrant features that have been a source of inspiration for modern-age designers.
Intriguing and exciting, traditional folk jewellery is an early form of individualism and self expression, the need to distinguish oneself from the rest — a distinct trait of all jewellery wearers today.
Yakan ethnic girl from Mindanao, Phillipines #Mindanao #yakan #phillipines #beads #accessories A photo posted by @thefashionliaison on
From the long-neck Kayan women of Burma (Myanmar) donned with brass coils, tribal Indian nose jewellery, the Kanzashi, a hair ornament mainly worn by Japanese women in kimono to face and body adornments or paintings popular in Africa, Australia and Native America, many would realise that these adornment practices have influenced jewellery designs today.
A palette of prints made for paradise. From printed silk to handcrafted crochet. #TommySpring16 #NYFW A photo posted by Tommy Hilfiger (@tommyhilfiger) on
For the past few seasons, modern tribal jewellery made its appearance in various notable runway shows such as Naeem Khan and Tommy Hilfiger, almost stealing the spotlight. Described as bohemian chic or boho for short, jewellery designers break down the traits of ethnic jewellery and apply them to modern jewellery making. They combine elements such as bejewelled adornments, innovative designs and complicated patterns, flaunting their understanding of a woman’s personality and body which results in sophisticated yet wearable modern jewellery.
From chokers to tassel earrings, body jewellery to jewelled headdresses, SolitaireLuxe selects some of the interesting pieces that have headlined our favourite looks.
#ToryBurchResort17 jewelry #laurynhill #jamaica A photo posted by Tory Burch (@toryburch) on
