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Regatta Inspired Jewelry
by Ali, Exclusively for Fire Mountain Gems and BeadsĀ®
Go a step beyond traditional nautical jewelry with designs inspired by regattas. Celebrate the sport of sailing with airy jewelry, sleek accessories and a variety of other sea-worthy creations. Want to learn more? Then get ready, get set, go!
Colors
Regatta-themed jewelry takes color inspiration from nautical themes. Ocean-inspired blues are often the focus of regatta designs. Bright red is another top choice, largely due to its use in seamen's flags and other nautical tools. Many designs also incorporate black or purple as nautical-inspired neutrals, particularly in men's designs. Other colors can easily be incorporated into your designs to represent a favorite team or a country's flag.
Materials
The materials used for regatta-themed jewelry tend to differ based on gender. For traditionally feminine designs, use crystals, pearls, seed beads and rhinestones. Men's and unisex jewelry often feature wood and glass beads, thick cords and heavy metal components.
Design Idea E905 uses parachute cord and an anchor shackle clasp to re-create the look of knotted rope and tie-downs, while
H129 gives off a sleek, modern appearance. Gender constructs aside, the majority of regatta designs feature charms or beads with nautical elements, most often an anchor, sailboat or ship's wheel.
No matter what elements you choose to incorporate, the most important element of regatta jewelry is an imbued sense of adventure, a hint of competitiveness and a yearning for the open sea.
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