Simple Statements: A Keyring with Class

When most people think about costume jewelry, the first things that come to mind usually involve lots of sparkle, glamour, and color. Big stones, many-faceted jewels, and glittering metals dance through the mind, coalescing in bright varieties of clustered beauty to lay and strand and snap on here and there. But not all costume jewelry must be quite so forward and glitzy. Though we're normally at least a little loathe to leave the realm of all that shines and pops with color, we can spare the occasional moment for the kind of costume jewelry that doesn't have to steal the show.
Leather goods have been a hot commodity for centuries; one of the world's most prized and perfected mediums, leather accessories have come quite a long way since the days of tanned-hide bags and straps. One of the nicest things about quality leather goods is the material's ability to break through the realm of the visually pleasing and into the world of the tactile. A well-worked piece of leather imparts a smooth yet sturdy feel, with a satisfying weight and temperature that's instantly recognizable. That essential feel is at the heart of Janeo's fine leather key rings, and serves as the foundation for the enjoyment to be experienced with these pieces.



This scrolling heart design is a perennial favorite. The thick and ample buffalo leather piece is embossed with an antiqued pattern that evokes the swirling lines and whimsical artistry of Celtic decorations. A geometrical masterpiece, the design is unique in its unisex appeal; the pattern is equally suited for women's and men's fashion accessories. The key ring is sure to be a welcome and warm gift for someone special, and its specific utility allows it to be seen and felt from time to time each day, reminding the recipient of the gift-giver's sentiment.
Stitched around the borders in a lightly contrasting, warm-hued thread, the leather keyring is finished off with two subtle beaded tassles in natural cord, echoing the lightly beaded ornament at the base of the attached metal ring. Sturdy and stylish, this piece can be trusted to last for generations, and can truly take a beating, making it perfect for everyday use. Unlike many modern key rings that seem to only add to the clutter of a collection, this piece is an unobtrusive six by four centimeters, just the right size for providing a pleasant grip and fashionable flourish while still slipping easily into a pocket or purse.
This embossed leather keyring is a seasonless hit and brings out the beauty of natural hide. A celebration of humanity's timeless exploration of accessorizing and embellishing, the ring is an essential staple of any serious costume jewellery collection. With a nice selection of other designs available in the same theme, there's a ring for every sensibility and style to be enjoyed for a lifetime in quality leather.

Brilliant Butterfly Choker Brings out the Best of Costume Jewellery

There are few creatures of nature as universally beloved and celebrated as butterflies. From the familiar and bold black-and-orange monarch variety to exotic species that fill the jungles, rain forests, and plains of the world, butterflies have captivated the human imagination and spirit from time immemorial. The intricate beauty and symmetry of butterfly wings are a powerful draw to the eye, appealing to the innate aesthetic sense and delighting viewers with diversity and complexity. But it is not simply the final appearance of the butterfly that makes it so very attractive. Highly symbolic, the butterfly's journey from caterpillar to chrysalis and to its eventual fluttering form is the subject of everything from children's literature to grown-up poetry, and everything in between. The world of fashion and jewelry has enjoyed a long and friendly relationship with the image -- and the concept -- of the butterfly. Seeking to create and accentuate beauty, it seems only natural that the industries should wholeheartedly embrace such a figure of transformation, creation, and glamour. In recent decades, the butterfly has become especially popular as a wearable symbol, whether silk-screened onto a simple garment, embroidered into a fine fabric, or glistening in jewels and metals as a piece of jewellery.



It's this last manifestation of the modern butterfly that seems best able to capture the bright and boundless spirit of the whimsical creature. Portrayed in many different forms, the structure remains recognizable and offers a multitude of options for ornamentation. Costume jewelry is certainly no stranger to butterflies, and exemplifies the fact beautifully in this dramatic yet fun gold-finish butterfly choker. Measuring twenty-eight centimeters long with an adjustable seven centimeter chain for optimal fit, this modern necklace is sure to become a wardrobe staple throughout the warm months or whenever there's a call for something flirty and interesting.



The choker's centerpiece consists of a generously sized butterfly pendant, which, fluttering at the base of the throat, draws attention to the neck and creates a warm and well-groomed aesthetic, perfect for first impressions. The pendant features an array of delicate, multi-faceted Swarovski crystals evoking the ever-changing colors and shimmer of aurora borealis. The center oval-cut stone recalls the rich tones of dark topaz, and serves to pull the piece together into a central pop of color.



The pendant stays put on a unique and attractive series of six gold-toned ball and chain strands, which culminate at the center and form a graduated “waterfall” of sparkle and shine. Creating vibrant twinkles of color with every movement, this choker is made to be seen and shown off. With the power of one of nature's most majestic fauna as its personal totem, the necklace combines natural beauty with the fun and affordability of costume jewellery -- a match seemingly made in heaven.