For its new collection, BUTTONS PARADISE offers you a colorful range designed by a woman for women! Sewing buttons, cuff bracelets and long necklaces are in first lines to spin your look. So, discover without further ado, the new collection of accessories that will make one of your outfits in the summer of 2017.
Take out your color palette!
Never have the accessories been so invigorating and chic at BUTTONS PARADISE! Like in the 60s and 70s, priority is given, for this summer, to warm and bright colors starting with the yellow. Color of sun, life, yellow stimulates your complexion and your mind. Do not hesitate ! Go for an accessory such as a yellow fluo vinyl leather cuff bracelet!
Eden leather cuff bracelets New Collection By BUTTONS PARADISE
And if you prefer, bet on a bright orange, the color of energy! Neither of the two ? So, enjoy a tropical green for a pop style just for you! You have it: the summer collection of BUTTONS PARADISE offers you all colors to get the right one that matches perfectly to your taste and envy.
ZARA Collection Femme TRF / 1. BUTTONS PARADISE – Bracelet Manchette Jaune et Bleu Eden / 2. BUTTONS PARADISE – Bracelet Manchette Vert et Bleu Eden
Display your wrist!
Why ? Simply because the cuff bracelet is part of these statement jewelry, remotely locatable and devilishly desirable. And the BUTTONS PARADISE cuffis an accessory that will sublimate your wrist with a studied femininity.
Graphic, arty cuffs, which, with their vinyl leather and their 60’s buckle, bring a retro-pop touch as sexy as it is luminous. In short, the new collection of BUTTONS PARADISE sets the course on the trendy leather cuff bracelet.
A subtle blend of contemporary and vintage features this accessory that unites fluo vinyl leather to a 60 ‘s lacquered buckle. Each piece is unique or in series very limited, shaped in the respect of the master craftsmen. Necklaces designs and oversized rings complete the collection.
You love your jacket in jeans? Want to give it a unique look just for this summer? At BUTTONS PARADISE, we sublimate the couture button to transform it into a jewel. Round buttons in bright or soft colors, such as the Blue and Yellow Diamond series in facet resin in the manner of a gemstone for a glam chic style!
Whether it is a dress for a special occasion, Christmas party or office party, we all have a little black dress in our wardrobe and we adore it. How can we revamp and refashion our little black dress? Whether your prefer the casual look, rock style or arty, there are thousands of ways to wear it. According to circumstances and your mood, choose what’s right for you, unconditionally.
1. Black dress worn with a stylish purse
Extremely plain dress often a strict cut, such a dress will undoubtedly welcome a color accessory. First rule: simply add one touch of color and do not be tempted to add more. The focal point is the detail that breaks the linear shape of the dress bringing a graphic and modern look. In the present case the focus is on the bright colored purse. Pick a printed fabric or plain leather model. What really matters here is the touch of color to make your outfit perfect.
When choosing the your shoes, keep the same principle: favor the range of colored shoes to attract immediate attention. This option enlivens your look and gives a touch of style and force. Stiletto heels, basket shoes, ballerina shoes or flashy derbies pick your fancy !
3. Black dress with a leather jacket or color blazer jacket
To give zest to your black dress, lend your preference to a leather perfecto jacket or a smart blazer with a neat cut. Use the flashy fashionable colors like pink, red or mauve. Your little black dress will acquire style and force.
To revamp your black dress add a stunning piece of jewelry, chose a sparkling statement necklace, in other words choose a dazzling necklace. It will enlighten your neckline and underline the shape of your dress with elegance. It’s a question of color and generous volumes.
Photo : Dany Saval per Sam Lévin, Médiathèque du Patrimoine, Paris 1964 – Photos : http://blog.styleestate.com
5. Black dress and oversize jewelry
To remain in the statement necklace spirit, refresh your black dress with an XXL piece of jewelry. Try the leather oversize cuff bracelet or large size necklace. This kind of fashion jewelry gives you a stylish look.
The plastron necklace is an exceptional piece of jewelry. It gives a touch of color and a trendy look to your outfits. Here again, select fashion colors that highlight this accessory of a very unusual design.
A quick reminder of the glamorous sixties looks. You can’t resist this stunning outfit. Very little color save for the magnificent pink color of the convertible, the immaculate white color of the fur hat and cuff and the brilliance of the historic pearl necklace. A luminous and neat outfit don’t you think ?
So if you want to brighten your black dress with precious accessories don’t hesitate to look through the pages of Buttons Paradise to find the right piece of jewelry and the ideal color for you.
Why and how to accessorize your look? Whether you a believer of the casual look or prefer neat outfits, the fashion accessory is fundamental. It has the ability of giving personality to your silhouette. And it becomes the detail that makes all the difference. Choosing the right accessory and knowing how to combine it with your outfits is essential. It is question of volume, color and naturally the right association of both. Here are a few examples of a good match.
Smart clothes and oversized accessories
A free-flowing dress or a long shirt, an ensemble with trousers and blouse, require a minimum number of accessories. A wide belt, a long necklace, a cuff bracelet, a large round shaped ring will bring a touch of stylishness. Accessories deliver a dose of glamour, chic, whether ethnic or simply fashionable. Nevertheless beware of over emphasizing or hazardous color associations. Below the long streamline jacket comes with a wide belt and the earrings are magnificent, oversized. The perfect color match! The resin necklace in the dark raspberry color gives structure to outfit n°2. And it increases the effect of verticality. The examplen°3, XXL bracelets, worn on both wrists underlines the colors of the outfit but attract attention.
Giorgio Armani Privé Haute Couture Spring Summer 2015 Buttons Paradise’s look with the Anchor resin necklace Backstage at Marni SS16 article by Dazed
This Buttons Paradise look features a grey Moroccan style tunic brightened up with a large size, round shaped, two-colored ring made of Lucite with a black inlay. For a very chic effect, this accessory brings a note of style and simplicity.
A single color outfit using accessories to make a strong contrast
Once the lines and shapes are laid down it’s time to choose the colors. To round off single or two colors clothing there is nothing better than a large size accessory with a punchy color. Wearing bright color shoes can be an option, or a hat, a small bag, a scarf, a turban, a necklace, smart glasses or a bright colored large size cuff bracelet. Go for the luminous colors to wear with black, white or natural color outfits. The Buttons ParadiseGeorgia leather cuff bracelet brings a feminine touch to your entire look.
You can try the Cesaria yellow leather cuff. The buckle is woven brass, adding extreme brilliance and it combines beautifully with the ethnic skirt.
Plain color shirt and bib necklace or color cuff bracelet
A stunning way to break the plainness of a white shirt is to wear a bright bib necklace. The blue borderline reflects the color of the turban and the pink makes a match with the chosen lipstick. As for the second model, very ethnic style featuring an assortment of black and white bracelets. In this sequence the idea is to strengthen the contrast in colors with simplicity and keep the minimalistic graphic features.
Photos and Looks from Lirons d’elle’s French blog
Avoiding any ‘fashion faux pas’
A few tips and a bit of common sense to avoid any mistakes:
Overemphasize color matching: gives a look of substantial excess. Use only one color match in this case, that’s chic.
Increase the number of accessories: if you don’t want to look like a xmas tree, only 2 or 3 accessories will be required maximum.
Mixing both refined and oversized accessories: better choose one single option, not both.
To sum it up, you need to remember it’s the fashionable! And it’s trendy details that give your outfit a subtle style. No need to overdo it. Be minimalistic to acquire a classy appearance, stylish whatever the circumstances!
Since 2012, we’ve seen cuff bracelets making an almighty comeback. The star of all accessories, and a must-have item, cuff bracelets have been adorning women’s wrists since time immemorial. This oversized piece, which was already very popular in ancient times, saw something of a revival in the 1930s, thanks to Coco Chanel. Cuff bracelets came back into fashion once again, this time towards the end of the noughties. In fact, in 2012 these bracelets were spotted on the wrists of models in catwalks everywhere, and on the runways of some of the greatest fashion designers. Now we’re seeing another revival of a phenomenon that has been around for thousands of years.
Inspired chiefly by shirtsleeves, in theory the cuff bracelet has no clasp – or at least, that is how the story goes. But today there’s a whole range of different cuff bracelets out there: rigid ones, flexible ones, bracelets with or without a clasp, bracelets made from coloured metal, gold, silver, fabric, resin, Perspex and even leather. These XXL bracelets are worn oversized and close fitting. So whether it’s an understated bracelet made from engraved metal, or something a bit flashier with multi-coloured stones or delicate pearls, there’s certainly something to suit all tastes.
Cuff bracelets are great for an evening do or a summer’s day. Whether they are worn individually or one on each wrist; they’re the perfect accessory to any outfit. In 2012, cuff bracelets were spotted on the runways at Yves Saint Laurent, Balmain and Hermès. Because it is such a staple piece, the cuff bracelet continues to be the star of all accessories – which is why they can often be spotted on the red carpet, whether it’s an elegant Chanel bracelet, a studded version or something more minimalist.
Timeless classics: simple cuffs and leather cuffs
Cuff bracelets have a certain timeless elegance about them, and an iconic status that really sets them apart from other accessories. Made from fine quality leather, these bracelets will stand the test of time, and won’t age. At Hermès, the leather cuff bracelet tends to be monochrome and enhanced with a metal or silver buckle, for understated elegance and balance.
At Buttons Paradise, our leather cuffs play around with contrasting colours, and have fun with interesting button and buckle shapes. Graphic design elements give these bracelets a bold style and distinctly feminine identity.
With lilac blue, yellow, camel and strawberry red particularly on trend at the moment, these bracelets are often embellished with a coloured Bakelite buckle or a pearl button. These leather cuff bracelets are chic and casual at the same time: they’re the star accessories of recent years, and you can see why!
Cuff bracelets had long fallen out of fashion but suddenly reappeared in the 1930s, making their comeback with Chanel’s trademark designs. A vintage item from a bygone era, the cuff bracelet is so much more than merely decorative. It stands apart from other bracelets, inscribing any look with style and accentuating personal flair. These colourful bracelets tended to be decorated with fine stones in the 1920s, but then slowly shifted towards a more art deco style. Here’s a look back at the renaissance of this millennia-old bracelet.
The 1930s: Fulco di Verdura styles the wrists of Coco Chanel.
Fulco di Verdura shows Coco Chanel his cuff in 1937. Photo: Collection Viollet/Courtesy of the Designer.
Fulco di Verdura, a talented Italian jeweller, joined Gabrielle Chanel’s team in the 1920s. He originally worked in textiles until the legendary fashion designer entrusted him with an important mission: designing her jewellery pieces. The Italian designer quickly set about creating his (soon-to-be) famous cuff bracelets for this iconic woman. She wore them as Indian women wear theirs, with one on each wrist in total symmetry.
Di Verdura designed multi-coloured bracelets with precious stones in the form of a Maltese cross, set against a white background and with a gold interior. And so, Coco Chanel’s cuff bracelets were to go down in History. The Italian jeweller really left his mark on the accessory collections for this fashion house, and nowhere more so than on the Chanel cuff bracelets. They became staple items in the wardrobes of women everywhere, and are still so recognisable today.
Cuff bracelets in the 1930s: changing shapes, new materials.
Art deco style began to make an appearance in the 1920s. Bracelets had geometric shapes, with sharp or rounded corners, and came in black or white, onyx or platinum. They were often extremely colourful, embellished here and there with touches of jade, coral, emerald green and lapis lazuli. In the 1930s, jewellery designers began to play around with shape and colour, amusing themselves with the contrast between matte and shine, transparency and opacity – all on the same of jewellery.
In the inter-war period, however, these cuff bracelets gradually shifted away from polychrome colours, preferring monochrome instead, as seen in the models below. The geometric forms seen previously were now increasingly streamlined and clean-cut. Jewellery designers produced pieces that were ever more understated and chic, with well-defined contours. These strong, statement cuff bracelets injected 1930s style with a certain boldness, thanks to the colour and the materials used.
Design pieces: the 1930s cuff bracelet makes a comeback.
For the 1930s jewellery enthusiasts among you, the leather cuff bracelets by Buttons Paradise use vintage buttons and belt buckles from this period. The bracelets combine one-of-a-kind Bakelite elements with streamlined leather forms.
Whether it is made from cloth, leather or metal, the cuff bracelet is an ancient jewellery piece that was all the rage during Antiquity. This accessory has embellished the wrists of a great many women throughout centuries past, from Rome to Alexandria, and Greece, South America and Asia. So this is a throwback to a truly timeless piece of jewellery that’s in a league of its own!
Here cuff bracelets were generally made from gold or brass, and often embellished with a geometric turquoise stone or a stone bearing an animal, such as the scarab beetle seen here, an emblematic symbol of Ancient Egypt. Other cuff bracelets were set with coloured materials, as in this second model, which is much more precious than the preceding one. In Egypt, cuff bracelets were the badges of office for Pharaohs, symbolising their power and might.
Looking towards the Americas, and particularly at Mayan civilisations, cuff bracelets were very understated. They were made from a single material, generally gold or silver, and comprised geometric forms of remarkable simplicity. For those of you who value finesse and unfussiness, this is the model for you! These cuffs may have been worn by Mayan emperors, but it seems that this jewellery piece still inspires women everywhere.
The Turkmen cuff bracelet adorned the arms of most women in this area of Central Asia. They were generally made from gold or silver, and often embellished with one or several precious or semi-precious Carnelian stones. Today, this bracelet is available as a re-edition. It is both ethnic and simple, giving any outfit an element of chic and a touch of the exotic. Just what you need to keep you looking elegant on your summer travels!
Indian versions of the cuff bracelet were made from metal, particularly in engraved silver, and often set with an impressive turquoise stone. Women wore one cuff bracelet on each arm, in total symmetry.
A timeless classic: the leather cuff bracelet
Inspired by ancient cuff bracelets, these leather pieces are chic and understated. Made from the finest of natural materials, they come in plain and two-tone leather, or in more than one material, and add a note of class to your look. In any case, there’s a cuff bracelet to suit every taste!
Have you heard of trendy casual chic? It’s a look we’re particularly fond of here at Buttons Paradise, and it’s all about dressing with taste and simplicity, whilst still expressing your personality with some unexpected accessories.
If you are a fan of design objects in general, and you particularly like your fashion accessories, then this style will surely appeal to you. This style about saying a big ‘Yes please!’ to comfort and simplicity – and an almighty ‘No thanks!’ to ordinariness. It certainly doesn’t mean you have to forego your style.
Among these accessories, which can really add a splash of vigour and verve to your daily life, we particularly like these large bracelets made from coloured leather. Here are 5 good reasons why you should be adorning your wrist with a leather number.
Good reason number 1: Jewellery that makes your outfit
Your outfit may be super simple, but it will look super chic. And you can’t blame us for wanting to be more efficient in the morning, with just 30 minutes to jump out of bed and get ready (i.e. transform ourselves into sophisticated femme fatales).
To give a touch of personality to your look, with a bold accessory that really stands out, look for graphic and design pieces.
Add a stroke of colour to enliven your look and draw the eye (hopefully drawing it away from your ironing ‘skills’).
With a leather cuff bracelet you will be striking…and practically flawless. What more could you ask for? You won’t just be dressed like any old person, thank you very much. No, you’ll have mastered the casual chic look, and be right on trend!
Good reason number 2: A large bracelet that looks and feels weightless
Any jewellery connoisseur will tell you that comfort is the number-one priority, and adds to the pleasure of wearing a given jewellery piece on a regular basis. Whatever the day has in store for you, and no matter what your energy levels are when you wake up in the morning, this leather bracelet will be your ideal companion. The leather is flexible and light, so this leather cuff bracelet will not get in the way of your movements and gestures – and there’s no point trying to deny that Mediterranean tendency to speak with your hands!
Good reason number 3: Perfect for in the office or out to a restaurant
This bracelet is perfect for day-to-day wear, but also looks great as part of your evening wear, especially when matched with a plain or patterned tunic or dress. You’ll find yourself filling your wardrobe with a whole heap of minimalist outfits, just to have the pleasure of wearing this large bracelet with anything and everything! This coloured leather cuff bracelet will be the perfect addition, both day and night. And it wouldn’t be right to deprive yourself now, would it…
Good reason number 4: An accessory that is feminine, not girly
With a leather cuff bracelet for women, you can play around with male/female fashion codes. The end look is modern, and ever so feminine. A quick history lesson for those of you who are interested: female leather cuff bracelets are a re-appropriation of men’s shirtsleeves and cufflinks. And in the fashion world, re-appropriations and re-workings offer a never-ending source of interest and spice.
Good reason number 5: A timeless accessory, with a soul of its own
Hermès leather bracelets have become an essential piece for the brand, and are precious and timeless.
Their most beautiful leather cuff bracelets are in their limited collections, and have been handmade with care. The same is also true for the leather cuff bracelets made by Buttons Paradise, which blend haute couture, vintage and contemporary buttons and belt buckles with rare items and collector’s pieces. The final results are unique and highly individual.
Featured here, we have a leather cuff bracelet in red leather, trimmed with a belt buckle in vintage Bakelite, and a cuff bracelet in yellow leather fastened with a large resin buckle.
Leather, added volume, geometric forms, natural materials, black and white with a touch of yellow or red: these are the accessory trends for this summer 2016. We’ve directly based these predictions on what designers recently presented on the runways and at fashion week. A well-chosen accessory will always manage to add that special something to any outfit, personalising it and bringing it right on trend. Here’s a quick run-down of the colours, forms and materials that will accessorise your summer. Follow our guide, and you can’t go wrong.
If there’s one rule to follow this 2016 summer season 2016, this is it: mix a clean, simplistic look with a touch of eccentricity. Go ahead and find your perfect combination! Bare shoulders, seashore-inspired looks and see-through effects are all to come this season. Long dresses, dresses with splits and kimonos are also going to be making an appearance in your wardrobes. And to really enhance these new arrivals, we’ll be seeing natural materials, geometric forms and oversized jewellery. Along with your espadrilles and your flatforms, opt for ombre sunglasses lenses, a leather clutch bag or cuff bracelet, a large wooden ring, a pair of geometric earrings, and a belt, cravat or foulard made from natural materials.
Trend Number 1: Clutch bags and mini-leather goods
Handbags are just like shoes…you can never have too many of them. And this summer, you’re not going to know which way to turn! Among the on-trend it-bags spotted this season, pride of place on the catwalks went to the clutch bag, with a handle or shoulder strap. Small leather bags and mini backpacks are the essential accessories to your summer. We’ve definitely come full circle from the oversized holdall – and for good reason. These fashion accessories are jewellery items in their own right, and can hold a lipstick or a smartphone. Wear yours casually, whether on a trip out with friends or to a trendy party by the sea.
The jewellery trend for this summer is extra, extra large jewellery, giving an instant boost to a simplistic, clean look and adds a note of boldness to any outfit. Oversized earrings can be worn by themselves or as a pair. There are large hoops and spirals, pompoms and tassels. You’ll see metal, leather, bright colours and zebra patterns. So now you can match your earrings to your lipstick or your pumps. And above all, don’t forget that oversized earrings can really light up your face and make it look longer!
It’s not just a question of excessive size this spring-summer season; we’ve also spotted some unusual jewellery shapes: jewellery will be square, triangular, linear, and circular. So with geometric shapes whichever way you look, it’s about time to get over those maths phobias! For the most part, we’ll be seeing natural materials: metals, leather and wood. As for colours, there’s gold and silver, but also black and white along with the primary colours yellow, red and blue.
Of course we can’t talk about accessories without mentioning sunglasses too, especially for trips to the beach or park this summer. This season, sunglasses are transparent, with ombre lenses, and flesh-coloured, natural or honey tints. We’ll be seeing round, butterfly and geometric frames. These models illustrate the trends for the summer 2016 season perfectly. Play around with a transparent-effect frame, and with a mirror-effect or discreet, natural lenses with slight gradations of colour. Plus, this season’s round and oversized frames will keep you well protected from those summer rays.
Leather is one of the key elements for this summer. It featured greatly in the handbag and shoe collections, and also stood out in jewellery lines. If you are looking for THE jewellery piece to wear throughout the summer, opt for a bracelet, necklace or cuff bracelet made from leather. Once again, geometric shapes are doing their thing. This summer, look for solid contours that are circular, triangular or square. Leather is truly the queen of all natural materials, adding a touch of chic to your outfits and bestowing her majesty upon your wrists. Two-tone jewellery, often made from more than one material, is also right on trend. A bracelet in yellow leather embellished with blue Bakelite, or a black and white leather butterfly cuff bracelet will inject instant energy to any simple and understated outfit, whether it’s for work or an evening event.
You might have spotted some of the on-trend colours for this summer in our selection of accessories: yellow, black and white, with a note of red here and there to add a bit of pizzazz. So now, it’s over to you: combine these on-trend accessories with a simple, clean look and you can’t go wrong!
