Shell jewelry

Shell jewelry is one of the trendiest beauty accessories to have this summer! Wearing them immediately brings to mind seaside vacations, sandy beaches, and surfers challenging the waves. With their soft colors and graceful shapes, these must-have pieces should be in every woman's jewelry box. Not for you? Would you like to learn more about this beautiful beach jewelry before making a purchase? Discover these stunning pieces now.

Why choose shell jewelry?

First of all, they are very trendy jewelry! Whether it's a ring, a bracelet, a necklace or earrings , a shell beauty accessory gives women a cool and relaxed style, with a very nice natural touch! These accessories are a great gift idea to spoil a woman who loves shells and summer trends!

Then, the shapes and colors are multiple. Cowrie shells, frequently used to create shell jewelry, have an original shape with rounded and feminine curves. Other specimens can have a spiral shape like a snail. Some of them are covered in mother-of-pearl like cultured pearls: this gives them a magnificent iridescent hue that changes depending on the light. Others present a superb gradient of colors and form beautiful shell jewelry with an ethnic or bohemian style.

Shell jewelry is often handcrafted. It can be handmade and personalized with a wide range of options available. This can include the addition of steel charms, decorative elements gilded with fine gold , or composed of colored resin. Some designers also offer adjustable shell bracelets or necklaces to perfectly fit your body shape. It's even possible to find shells on sterling silver or silver-plated jewelry.

The Different Types of Shell Jewelry

Here is a selection of jewelry adorned with very trendy shells.

Among the shell earrings, you can't miss the essential hoop earrings ! These thin or thin rings will add a very bohemian touch to your face! They're the ideal accessory to enhance a light outfit like a summer dress or a pareo! Dangling earrings are also riding this trend that rhymes with sun and vacation.

Are you a fan of shell bracelets? You've probably noticed that cowrie shell bracelets have been making waves on many wrists in recent years. Shell bracelets are a great addition to a pretty short-sleeved top for warmer days. You can pair them with a set, a choker necklace, or an anklet for a glamorous and seductive total look! Some anklets can also be adorned with shells to highlight your beautiful legs in the sun.

To beautify your neck, don't hesitate to opt for a shell necklace. It gracefully highlights your décolletage, whether your skin is pale, tanned, or dark. Do you like multicolored Heishi beads and pretty pendants? Shell and pearl necklaces are perfect for giving you a dynamic and colorful look during your shopping trips or romantic evenings!

Antique accessories, costume jewelry , classic or original earrings: know that the best jewelry is that which you like and which best matches your personality and your look.

What shells are used to create jewelry?

Here are some species used to make shell earrings, bracelets and necklaces.

• The cowrie shell is a small, uniquely shaped shell with various meanings. In Africa, people attribute powers of protection and happiness to it. In Asia, the cowrie shell had monetary value and was used as a means of payment in trade. The natural color of this shell generally varies between white and cream. To create fancy creations, cowries and half-cowries can be silver-plated, gold-plated, or dyed with dye to create all sorts of shades.

• Genuine Heishi beads are made of shell material. They are handcrafted by polishing small shells. These thin or thick beads are very trendy when worn as a set on a necklace or bracelet.

• Abalone is renowned for its multi-coloured mother-of-pearl, which is used to make beautiful medals and pendants.

• The Eye of Shiva is a beautiful shell known to be a genuine lucky charm!

• Rarely used as such, the scallop shell is often used for its shape to create pendants for necklaces in gold, silver, or even wood. The necklace pendant can be hung on a metal link chain or a leather cord.

• Jewelers are also inspired by the beautiful shape of the starfish to create beautiful metal pendants. The star shape is also very common among earrings.

On our Nune online store, we offer you different collections of leather jewelry . Some models are also made of other materials such as shell mother-of-pearl, natural stones or metal . Our designer Céline Wibault creates unique and customizable accessories according to your preferences in color and texture. The Nune team is at your service to answer your requests concerning our products!