What is Todays Hottest Jewellery???

Undoubtedly the hottest products in jewellery today are charm beads. The success of this product over the past four years has been simply staggering. Such has been the impact of charm beads that no serious jewellery retailer can be without them. And yet the whole phenomena still seems to have by-passed a large number of people. How can this be?? Lack of information? Too much information?

The concept really is very straightforward. Here is my no-nonsense guide to charm beads & to starting your own charm bead collection.

So, what is a charm bead bracelet? Quite simply, a charm bead bracelet is a unique jewellery system allowing wearers to change and customise their bracelet. These modular bracelets consist of a thick chain onto which different charm beads can be put. These charm beads are made from gold, silver or Murano glass, and are interchangeable, allowing the wearer to create their own look and tell their own story. The charm beads can also be worn on necklaces.

Founded in Denmark in 1976, Trollbeads developed the original charm bead bracelet jewellery concept. Charm bead fans had to wait until 1999 for the launch of Pandora’s ever popular charm bead bracelet on the Danish market. Since 2000 numerous charm bead brands have emerged, each one offering their own particular slant on the charm bead bracelet. At the forefront of the newer brands are Tedora, Truth, Chamilia & Lovelinks.

Possibly the greatest area of confusion that arises when selecting a charm bead bracelet is the subject of compatibility. Will other beads fit onto the bracelet you are about to buy?? Of all the 'major' charm bead systems on the market today, the vast majority are universal and will accommodate beads from other brands. The two exceptions to this are Lovelinks and Truth. Both Lovelinks & Truth charm bead bracelets will only hold their own collection of beads. That said, Truth do have over 450 charm beads in their range so you will not be short of designs to choose from.


On a personal note, I adore the quality and Italian styling of Tedora charm beads. Beautifully crafted from sterling silver, these charm beads simply ooze class. From simple, understated beads to elaborate filigree caged glass, Tedora charm bead bracelets are definately a statement of style.

So there it is. A whistle stop "everything you need to know" tour of charm beads. Now all you need to do is get started and begin your charm bead bracelet adventure today.