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Why Did You Wear That: Eye, Eye, Eye

By Kirsten|March 14th, 2012|Why Did You Wear That?, WhyDid Wisdom|

You’ve probably heard of the “evil eye” referenced in popular culture, but did you realize it dates back over five thousand years? From Turkey to Greece to Italy and even Ethiopia, it is one of the most widely spread superstitions.

You have also probably seen people wearing jewelry with an eye and wondered, “What’s that all about?” Well, you should certainly know what something means before you go prancing all over town wearing it, right? I mean, what if it meant “I’m a hooker”? Could lead to a lot of awkward conversations, no?

It is said that the “evil eye” is a look given to a person and depending on which culture you reference, the look could inflict bad luck, disease, or even death. That is why some people wear an eye as a talisman to ward off and protect against the evil eye.

1. Yummi Glass 24k Gold Gold Painted Murano Glass Evil Eye, $225, 2. iLuck Evil Eye Stretch Bracelet, $25, 3. Blee Inara Evil Eye Cluster Ring, $50, 4. Andrew Hamilton Crawford Evil Eye Necklace, $70, 5. House of Harlow 1960 Evil Eye Bracelet, $55, 6. Blee Inara Evil Eye Cluster Necklace, $40, 7. Brian Danielle Diamond Evil Eye Hamsa Necklace, $625

So, I guess I’m gonna go drape myself in these now. I certainly don’t need any more bad luck.

xx,

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Why Did You Wear That: A Charmed Life

By Kirsten|December 27th, 2011|Why Did You Wear That?|

When it comes to accessorizing, I like to stick with tried and true. This is an area of my wardrobe where I value quality over quantity. I’d rather have some pieces that I will keep forever and ever than a drawer full of plastic beads and baubles. One place I like to dangle bling is right around my neck. I always have on at least one necklace… and most of the time will layer on three at a time in varying lengths. Each of my necklaces is a simple gold chain with a pendant of significant meaning. Not only is it a stylish way to wear your memories, it often becomes a great conversation starter (not that you have any trouble striking up a conversation with the cute guy at the bar next to you). Just be sure to stow your jewels at night so as to avoid a very tangle morning.