In addition to their entertainment value, movies are a great resource for following the trends in garments, accessories and jewelry. The jewelry Charlize Theron wore in the movie Hancock is an example of classic looks in karated gold jewelry.
Karated Gold Snake Ring
Three pieces of Lalaounis jewelry really took center stage in this move. Following in the current snake trend Theron wore a 22K gold hammered ring in the shape of a coiled snake. The Lalaounis version is priced at $2,760. The current snake trends link gives info about purchasing snake jewelry at Amazon and by designer Gana Danielle for the more budget minded.
Definition of Hammered Jewelry
Wondering what it means when jewelry is hammered? Well, as expected the metal is literally wacked with a hammer. Ok, maybe that's an exaggeration but special jeweler's hammers are used to strike the metal thus creating texture. Different hammers are used to create different effects.
For example, embossing hammers are used to create three-dimensional textures in metal. Not all jeweler's hammers create texture. Planishing hammers are used to work harden metal and smooth it's surface. Rawhide mallets are used to form or bend metal without scratching it.
Dangling Chandelier Karated Gold Earrings
in Hancock, Charlize Theron wears drop-dead-gorgeous 22K gold chandelier earrings. From Ilias, Lalaounis' Helen of Troy collection, these earrings clock in at $5,860.
Want to recreate the look on a budget? Check out B2C Jewels 14K Yellow Gold Earrings With Dangling Leaflike Gold Hammered Links. These post earrings feature 5 leaves hanging from a gold chain - see the image on this page. Just stunning, they are available for $170.
Granulation Karated Gold Bangle Bracelets
Theron also wore two 22K gold bangle bracelets that were crafted using the technique of granulation. This surface decoration dates back to the 3rd millennium BC where it was used by Eastern Mediterranean goldsmiths.
With the technique, grains of gold are attached to a base, in this case karated gold as well, forming a decorative pattern. The Ilias Lalaounis Byzantine-inspired bangles worn in the movie retail in excess of $10,000 each.
While not granulated, Overstock.com, has a very nice selection of 14K gold bangle bracelets that are quite reasonably priced. For example, a simple, tube-style 14k bangle bracelet approximately 1 inch in width is available for $199.
If interested in purchasing the actual Ilias Lalaounis jewelry worn by Charlize Theron in the movie, call 212.439.9400 to speak with staff at Ilias Lalaounis' Madison Ave shop in New York for more info.
For more information about this jewelry designer, please visit his museum's website.
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