Permanent jewellery has been making its rounds on social media and South Africa is slowly but surely catching on. Whether it is a bracelet, anklet, necklace or ring, it offers a seamless, hassle-free accessory that cannot be forgotten.
With no clasp or joining mechanism, permanent jewellery is attached via welding. An industry professional will measure your wrist, neck, finger or ankle size and ensure the jewellery is a perfect fit. They then zap the two ends of the jewellery together, joining them seamlessly.
This trend came about when people were looking for jewellery they could wear all day and night, never having to take it off. Clasps can sometimes be bulky and catch onto things, which is where the advantage of seamless welding comes in. Evidently, it is convenient and minimalistic, suiting many people’s needs.
Much like tattoos, permanent jewellery offers a sense of personalisation and individuality to your life. It can also serve as a lifelong tie to a loved one, whether that be a friend, family member or significant other.
Calling Parkhurst’s 4th Avenue home, STONE is known as one of the permanent jewellery specialists in Johannesburg. Customers can choose from sterling silver, gold filled or 9ct gold options, including bracelets, anklets, necklaces and rings. Starting from R350, it is easy to pop in and choose your permanent accessory.
Frequenting various markets in Johannesburg and Pretoria – like Crafters Fair and Bus Stop 7 – Mark of A specialises in zapping delicate chains to you forever. They also have a studio based in the quaint suburb of Bedfordview on the East Rand. Customers have the option of sterling silver of gold-filled chains, as well as a wide range of charms if they so please. Prices also start from R350 for either bracelets, anklets or necklaces.
With a permanent store at Prison Break Market in Lonehill, Meringue Jewellery offers sterling silver or 9ct gold chains as bracelets or anklets. Their charm selection is extensive, allowing full personalisation of your permanent piece. Their prices start from R490.
Black Betty has studios in Cape Town’s Central Business District and Johannesburg’s Parkhurst. With 9ct yellow, rose or white gold, they ensure only the best jewellery is welded around your neck or wrist. They also specialise in attaching birthstones, lettering or novelty charms to your chains for maximum personalisation.
Based at The Old Biscuit Mill at the Neighbourgoods Market in Cape Town every weekend, Floating Fish offers premium permanent jewellery from R300. They target their products to couples in love, best friends, siblings or individuals who want a personal and permanent accessory.
In Durban’s Saxony Westwood Shopping Mall lies Boujee Bae, said to be KwaZulu Natal’s first permanent jewellery specialists. Furthermore, alongside the permanent jewellery, they offer custom laser engravings. Here, you can get photographs, names, quotes, Spotify tracks or other designs engraved onto your permanent or regular jewellery.
All over South Africa lies permanent jewellery specialists that are waiting to give you your personalised accessory that stays with you forever.
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