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Body jewelry has evolved from a few simple selections to an appealing array of items. Today, people can adorn their bodies with labrets, nose rings, eyebrow rings, belly rings, and more.

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Body piercing and body jewelry have come a long way from the days of one small hole on each of our earlobes. Today, just about any part of the human body that can be pierced is going to be pierced by someone somewhere. From trendy to mainstream, body jewelry includes an entire array of unique pieces that are designed to appeal to the masses.

Cosmetics, tattoos, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, chains, chokers, and rings were the items used to transform a plain and ordinary look into one with a bit of zest and pizzazz. All that has changed and now people can adorn various parts of their body with a bit of glitz and glamour. They can have a different set of jewelry for every day of the week if they want. In fact, the jewelry that we wear often sets us apart from the crowd with that special, unique look that is all ours.

A wide selection of body jewelry catering to both males and females is available online, in jewelry stores, and in specialty stores. Whether the individual is a one-time dabbler or a body piercing enthusiast, his selection of his body jewelry is almost as important as the decision to get a body piercing. In fact, the location of his piercing might have been influenced by specific pieces of body jewelry proudly displayed by others.

Sterling silver, titanium, and surgical steel are the most popular metals used to craft this type of jewelry. However, many types of body jewelry are also easily made with acrylic, wood, natural bone, and glass. Gold and gold plating are also commonly used. Moreover, combinations of these materials are also quite popular with jewelry designers since it allows for a more creative appearance.

Prices vary on most types of body jewelry partly due to the materials used. Precious metals and gemstones are going to tack a few extra dollars onto the price. Additionally, intricately designed pieces are going to cost more simply because of the craftsmanship involved. However, once certain pieces have extended their shelf life, the prices might go down considerable. Trendy designs, colors, and patterns have limited appeal and so, their prices will see a reduction more quickly than patterns and designs that are standard.

Body jewelry has expanded from simple earrings to include ear plugs, eyebrow rings, eyebrow barrels, nose rings, belly rings, belly chains, labrets, tongue rings, and nipple rings and shields. Obviously, body jewelry also includes hand rings, necklaces, bracelets, and chains. However, none of those involve the need for a body piercing.

Probably one of the first areas to become pierced for decorative purposes after the ears is the navel or belly button. Belly rings have been popular for years and are available in an ever-increasing variety. They are often crafted in surgical steel with a sterling silver design. Popular motifs for these include stars, flowers, hearts, butterflies, crosses, and insects. Belly rings often feature dangling designs, a small ball at either end, or a small shape. Pastel shades and delicate patterns are designed to offer a feminine look in a variety of shades.

Belly chains, trendy and stylish, are available for both pierced navels and navels that have not been pierced. For pierced navels, the belly chains are designed to attach to the belly ring. Typically, the chains are made from sterling silver while the belly ring might be made from surgical steel.

Nose piercing might not be new, but the wide selection that’s available today is. Nose studs, nose bones, and nose screws come in sterling silver, titanium, and surgical steel. While many of the nose studs are small, larger ones are offered with more frequency these days due to the increase in the popularity of nose piercing. Quite often, nose jewelry features small gemstones or small symbols such as hearts, stars, crosses, arrows, flowers, and captive bead rings.

Eyebrow rings and eyebrow barrels come with or without gemstones. Available in titanium, surgical steel, and surgical steel with sterling silver design or eyebrow shield, eyebrow rings and barrels often feature small gemstones, stars, crowns, flowers, lightning bolts, insects, arrows, skulls, captive bead rings, and other symbols.

Ear plugs, although not nearly as popular as earrings, are available in a wide range of styles. The simplest styles are often designed in acrylic, wood, glass, or polyester. These typically feature bright colors such as coral orange, hot pink, or bright yellow. Other materials used to craft ear plugs are titanium, sterling silver, natural stone, and surgical steel. Quite often, they are solid cylinders with or without a small design on either end. Hollow ear plugs are also available and are often featured in glass. Gemstones are sometimes included on either end of the ear plugs as well.

Ear cuffs and chain rings are more popular than ever. These are often crafted in sterling silver and may involve an intricate design or something quite simple. Of course, hoops and earrings are as popular as ever.

Labrets are worn below the facial lip, also known in Latin as the labrum, right above the chin. These are often found in surgical steel or sterling silver. The patterns are sometimes simple with very little detail. Additionally, they are often crafted with elaborate designs that might include a great deal of intricate patterning. Small gemstones, beads, or symbols are often used. On the more amusing end, labrets are available in a special glow in the dark composition.

Tongue rings have been gaining popularity as time goes by and are very popular with the younger crowd. Typically, they feature a surgical steel shaft. The barbell design is quite popular, but they are also crafted with a flat end. Quite often, the one end will have a pattern or a small symbol on it. Acrylic beads are also used for decorative purposes on tongue rings as well.

Nipple rings and nipple shields have also grown in popularity. In fact, nipple shields are the perfect extension to draw attention to nipple rings. Quite often, the nipple ring is made from surgical steel while the nipple shield is made from sterling silver. Nipple shields are available in full size with a cap design or in a half size. Half sizes often feature a dangling design.

Toe rings, frequently seen on young women, are typically designed in gold plated metals or sterling silver. They are one of the few pieces of body jewelry that does not require piercing. Designed for the comfort of the wearer’s toes, a variety of band widths and sizes are available for both males and females alike. A variety of symbols and designs appear on today’s toe rings including flowers, hearts, stars, butterflies, fruit, peace signs, and simple patterned designs.

Some toe rings are simply designed and others are more elaborate. Additionally, some of the toe rings display a single gemstone while others display a totally outlandish symbol. Toe rings with petite key chains attached to them are coming into their own as well and even feature multiple chains for variation. In fact, a number of toe rings are also available with adjustable designs.

Body piercing shops are available in many locations. It’s important to go to a reputable shop to have your piercing done to avoid any medical issues. A number of shops can usually be found on most boardwalks as well as in most urban areas.

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