By Cheryl Bruedigam
Women have long adorned themselves in many ways and jewelry
is one of the most common adornments worldwide, knowing no cultural boundaries.
Ankle bracelets have always been a part of this throughout
the ages becoming more popular in the west during the sixties. When I was with
the modeling agency with which I fist began, there were strict rules for us to
follow in our public appearance and one of those was no ankle bracelets. This was pounded into my very cells and it took
me decades to overcome so that I will now freely wear an ankle bracelet without
thinking the world is going come crashing down. But as the saying goes, “we’ve
come a long way baby.”
In the west there really are no rules as to what kind of
ankle bracelet to wear, how to wear them or upon which ankle (right or left)
they should be worn. Though in some cultures, the left ankle may denote a
relationship status just as a wedding ring is worn in the western world upon the
left ring finger.
The bracelet should fit and hang comfortably just below the
ankle bone for a taunt but relaxed look and feel. Layers of the bracelets may
be worn to create a more exotic look. Choosing to wear an ankle bracelet is of
course a personal thing and may be done for stylish purposes, religious
purposes, relationship status as afore mentioned, sentiment, or any number of
other reasons and maybe just because it adds a flirtatious, subtle but sensual
appeal that is not found with other pieces of jewelry. In a way it brings out a
part of our femininity that is otherwise left unnoticed.
Ankle bracelets add a little fun and spontaneity to certain outfits
but just make sure it flows with the rest of your attire. An ankle bracelet
with a business suit is obviously a poor choice, you get the idea. A flowing
skirt or shorts will be much better suited to help you complete the look with
flow and continuity. In photography, it is called composition. You want your
composition to have flow and continuity. If you are unsure, take a selfie or
look in a full length-mirror. Do all pieces of your attire flow together to
create one smooth look? Or is it choppy because something is mis-matched? Take
note and make adjustments until you have just the right flow and you are
picture-perfect (regardless of your style) but most especially if an ankle
bracelet is involved.
Have fun, be creative, be unique, be spirited.
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