Flat back 72pk crystal AB foil back, Swarovski® 10x7.5mm skull 2856

As cool and crisp as ice chips or the stars' glow on a chilly winter evening, crystal clear provides a fresh perspective on an often-overlooked color. Its ability to blend in with bold color palettes and stand out amongst softer hues embodies limitless design opportunities.

The Swarovski® AB effect, named for aurora borealis (the northern lights), is a term for crystal stones that have a highly iridescent surface. Created in 1955 in collaboration with Christian Dior, the effect is achieved by vapor blasting the facets of the lower part of the crystals with an invisible, micro-thin metal sheet.

Foil backing provides versatility, allowing the crystals to be incorporated into clays, molds and settings while retaining their color and vibrancy.

The flat-backed version of the popular faceted skull bead coincides with a rising focus on street culture with a tough look. The skull flat back perfectly aligns with these edgier styles, creating a unique juxtaposition of dark imagery and light refraction while still satisfying the need for "bling."

Swarovski crystal components are made in Austria and are considered the finest products of their kind in the world. Sold in factory-sealed packages of 72.