Hamsa Jewelry

"Do It Like The Celebs - Wear a Hamsa Hand Amulet of Protection Jewelry!"

Courtesy: celebutopia, emitations

Hamsa jewelry has become a favorite amulet pendant among many celeb fashionistas such as Lindsay Lohan, Nicole Richie and Lauren Conrad (just to mention a few), and it looks like it's here to stay. The exciting part is that it ranges in different stylish designs - from the classic red leather or silk string to chain, crystal to wooden beads. You're guaranteed to find something that complements your personal taste and style!

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Red celeb favorite hamsa bracelet
Hand of Fatima on a Red String/ Emitations

If you're curious about this jewelry trend and would like to add it to your style, then this page will give you the tips on how to wear it and resources on where to buy the best and affordable hamsa jewelry online.

I was quite surprised when this trend came out because I've always thought of the hamsa symbol as something sacred in Islam and Jewish religions. However, I got smitten by the hand and created my own hamsa bracelet with multi-colored and gold-filled beads :)

The hamsa is known as an amulet protection in many religions but it has turned into a fashion trend, tickling bohonistas interest because of the exotic and inspirational look.

I believe this trend will stay for a very long time because most women find this type of jewelry encouraging and often turn it into something personal (if not spiritual).

Let's take a look at some tips on how this amulet works:

A Chic Tip on How to Wear Hamsa Jewelry

The hamsa necklace and hamsa bracelet are the two most appropriate jewelry styles for a chic look. It just doesn't look right with small hands dangling from both of your earsÂ… It's just too flashy.

Instead, wear it around your neck layered with a cardigan and a scarf, or around your wrist along with other trendy bracelets.

How to Buy Hamsa Jewelry

This brings me back to my advice-page on buying fashion jewelry. Here's the low-down:

Select a color that flatters your complexion

Hamsa necklace made of beads
Beaded Necklace from Amulet Gifts

If you're buying a hamsa necklace then I suggest you pick the right metal and colors for your skin tone, hair and eyes. Since you'll be wearing it close to your face you can score exra on looking fabulous by wearing colors that look good on you. Cool metals and colors such as silver, white gold and clear white look best on women with bluish-pinkish undertone. However, warm colors and metals such as red, brown and gold flatter golden/peachy complexions. If you're not sure what group you belong to then I suggest you take a seasonal color analysis.

Choose quality jewelry if you want it to last

Pearl charm hamsa bracelet
Charm Pearl Bracelet via Max & Chloe

If you've completely fallen for a jewelry piece and plan on wearing it for a very long time, then I highly recommend you to buy hamsa jewelry in quality gold or silver. Meaning, you should go for materials that won't quickly tarnish. Examples of quality metals are: gold-filled, gold karat 12 and up and sterling silver. The downside of buying really cheap jewelry is that it has a very thin coating of gold or silver metal which will start to lose its color after just a couple of months (a lot faster if you sweat because the salt makes the metal tarnish a lot easier).

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