Thursday, February 14, 2008

TOE RINGS

Edgy and unique toe rings are a great statementmaking piece of body jewelry Although it may be considered a contemporary accessory toe jewelry actually has a rich history In India toe rings are known among the Hindi as bichiya They are worn in pairs by Hindu women to signify their status as married women In the U S and in other areas toe rings are considered primarily fashion accessories Although worn more frequently by women foot jewelry is designed and sold for both men and women They are usually worn on the second toe on the right foot but they can be worn in any number and on either foot They are available in a wide variety of materials and finishes from inexpensive acrylic rings to higher priced gold silver and even platinum,titanium and gemstones With the advent of the Internet shopping for online jewelry shopping has expanded tremendously Although quickly gaining popularity toe rings are still largely sought after on the Internet due to unavailability or small selection in brickandmortar stores Although return policies vary from merchant to merchant its best to have accurate sizing for your toe rings when you place online orders For second toe wear women commonly wear a size 3 or 4 while average sizing for males is 5 or 6 In order to get an accurate measurement of your toe for ring sizing simply wrap a piece of string or slip of paper around the toe After marking the size place the string or paper flat against a ruler and mark the number of inches or millimeters Whether you are into something fun flirty and feminine for your feet or just want a simple shining addition to your toes there is a huge assortment of styles available to fit your look style and mood Wearing toe rings is a fun way to perk up your feet Not only may a bit of shine and sparkle hide imperfections rings on the toes also add appeal in a striking yet subtle way Whether you are a teen or way beyond toe rings can work for you Make sure your toes are prepared for their rings Get a pedicure or do one yourself at home Soak your feet and use a pumice stone to remove calluses file buff and or polish toenails and rub in some scented foot cream for fresh feet to put your pretties on Look for styles that fit you For younger wearers adjustable plastic and glitter overload may be appropriate For older women however look for styles that retain class and chic as well as fun Clean your toe rings after each wear according to the manufacturers instructions They may look pretty but sweat and debris can create build up if not cared for properly. Toe rings are rings worn on the toes, and are now quite popular in the Western World. They are worn as an accessory to dress up the feet, and usually work best with open toed shoes. Historically, in parts of India, toe rings, called bichiya were and are still worn by married women to signify their attached state. They are sold in sets, made of silver, and worn on both the left and right toes next to the big toes. In the US and Canada, toe rings, worn by both men and women are sold singly. They can be made of virtually any metal, though some metals will wear better than others. The weight of the body on 24 karat gold, for instance, will cause toe rings to become misshapen. Silver is a frequent choice, as is gold plate over silver. Less expensive metals may be bent to accommodate different sized toes and are a popular choice.If you want to really flash those beautiful toes, look for toe rings fitted with real gemstones. Toe rings with birth stones, or with other popular gems will cost more but provide considerable accent to the feet. For those who favor toe rings that are more subdued, plain round rings are available in a variety of colors and metals. Toe rings can also come engraved with your name, or with various symbols. Celtic crosses and carvings are easy to find.

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