1920s jewelry took a turn to simplicity and Art Deco "modernism" in all styles from rings to necklaces, and bracelets. Out were the fussy Art Nouveau styles. Out were the pressures of society to wear your wealth. Out were expensive precious stones. In were cheaper semi-precious stones and fake plastics. To wear any jewelry at all

A fabulous vintage Sears Catalog page for use in your art!

Men's vintage jewelry is perhaps a little overlooked in comparison to jewelry worn by ladies. To rectify this, we thought it would be fun to look at the history of men's vintage jewelry from our favorite period, the 1900s to the 1960s. Care to join us? Splendid. 1900s to 1910s Men's Jewelry- Proper and Prosperous

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The Victorian fashion era began with Queen Victoria's reign in 1837 and ended in 1901, upon her death. It marked a pivotal time in Britain's history and around the world. In fashion, the Victorian era is an elaborate display of class, wealth, beauty, and purpose for women and men. The layers of dress and suiting

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1918 was the last year of the first World War. With it began a change from wartime austerity to freedom in dress and fit and color. Both women's and men's 1918 fashion were at a pivoting point, lasting until 1922 when the Roaring Twenties changed things again. For women, fashion was looser, with shorter hemlines

Want to know the history of Otis sterling bracelets in the Art Deco style? Read about the company and its connection to another well-known maker.