There No Such Thing As Too Many Bracelets

Arm Candy

Matt Burke

As the weather warms back up, bold bracelets and watches are once again turning into a delicious craze. Pieces featuring metallics, neutrals and bursts of color are popping up in all of Tallahassee’s locally owned boutiques, artisan gift shops and jewelry stores. Looking for a reason to indulge? This trend enhances just about any ensemble. From the workweek to week’s end, it’s one of the most versatile accessories to date. “Lets say you have a white, crisp, collared shirt on,” imagined Michelle Hart, store manager at Fab’rik. “That little edge (of arm candy) is just going to give you that pop of color.” To achieve this style, layer bracelets, bangles and watches for a custom boho-chic look. “Bracelets look best in threes,” instructed Dorothy Vodica, owner of The Gem Collection. “Pretty, feminine bracelets can be layered with a sporty watch for a casual, daytime look.”

Photo: Matt Burke
Model: Leigha Inman
Nails: Millineum Nail and Day Spa 
Bracelets: Luxe looks from The Gem Collection.
From top: sterling silver/blue enameled bangle with diamonds by Soho ($1,390); sterling silver and gold diamond bangle by Alwand Vahan ($895); sterling silver, golden and black speckled enameled bangle by Soho ($1,590); sterling silver and yellow gold diamond cuff band by Alwand Vahan ($1,495); sterling silver enameled hinged bangle with diamonds by Soho ($1,390); 18 and 22 karat yellow gold and oxidized silver bar cuff with tourmaline, turquoise and amazonite by Sydney Lynch ($2,990).