Multi-Way Accessories

One way to save some money on looking fabulous is choosing multi-way accessories instead of "traditional" pieces. We've been tinkering around with this idea, to give our clients better value for their money. Here are some of the pieces we've made recently.


1. CATALINA: Originally this was a layered necklace using semi-precious stones. We decided to provide additional options for the wearer. Using a special lock, she change the design and length of the necklace. The best of all this multi-way's features is, the design gives the wearer a choice to wear the necklace on casual and special occasions.

2. NICOLA BY NOVI: This necklace was designed by one of our most experienced beaders. A two-necklace design and bracelet in one piece.  

3. IN THE GARDEN OF EDEN: This necklace comes with a matching bracelet. The great thing about this set is that the wearer has different options on what way to wear her necklace. She can change the position of the  embellished accent,  or she can detach the piece all together, and still wear the layered chains separately.

4. AMATULLAH: Our bead embroidery pieces are designed to be statement necklaces, and are usually reserved to be worn on very special occasions. However with this customized signature piece, the last three patterns are detachable, which each individual pattern being able to be worn as its own unique bracelet. So if you're feeling bold, or if you just want to be laid back yet still make a statement, wear the piece in its simplest form.  

The Enigma of a Tropical Beach Wedding

Gone are the days of traditional church weddings. Nowadays, soon-to-wed couples have the freedom to organize their wedding and to choose a setting of their choice. One of the top recurring themes is a tropical beach wedding. The elemental beauty of the beach, fresh sea breeze, music made by the waves, barefoot on the sand, and contemplative view of the sun at the horizon, appeals to many. So why not celebrate your big day with mother nature as your backdrop? Nothing is more romantic declaring your love to the “one and only” with the sea and sun serving as your witnesses. 

Here are some great ideas to help you orchestrate your very own beach wedding.

1) Break away from the "all white" theme by wearing a necklace, or a set of costume jewelries made from mother of pearl in blue. Have your entourage wear flowing long dresses in shades of coral and aqua. Add an embellished necklace with mother of pearl components to complete your mood and ensemble. You can give your female godparents mother of pearl brooches as tokens. 
 

Source for Bridal Gown and Maxi Dress: www.polyvore.com 

Accessories by Palamuti by PJ Valenciano

 

2) Encourage your guests to lose their shoes and enjoy the sand between their toes. You can give linked accessories such as this ring anklet to the members of your female entourage for them to wear at the beach.

  Source for Photo (Lose Your Shoes): http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/273379/destination-wedding-anne-and-josh-turks-and-caicos/@center/272506/destination-weddings#/278505

3) Use shells, mini-parasols or mother of pearl wired into flowers as place-holders for your guests' name cards placed at the reception table. They can also serve as take home keepsakes.

 

 Sources for Photos:

http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/228724/beach-wedding-ideas#/104424

http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/228724/beach-wedding-ideas#/98066

http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/228724/beach-wedding-ideas#/178362

   

 

4) Incorporate elements that remind you of the sea into your bouquet. Most common of which is combining shells with the flowers. Another option is to put shell hangings at the base of the bouquet. You can replicate the shell hangings that can be given as souvenirs. You can use it as a multipurpose accessory, which can be used as a bag tag, key chain, and door knob chime long after your special day.

  Sources for Photos:

http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/228724/beach-wedding-ideas#/167697

http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/228724/beach-wedding-ideas#/105215

 http://beautiful-bridal.blogspot.com/2011/05/starfish-inspired-wedding-bouquet.html

We have a new blog focused solely on weddings and debuts.  

Visit http://www.weddingsanddebutsbypjv.blogspot.com 

Multipurpose Accessories – More Value For Your Money

A girl’s gotta love fashion accessories! Current fashion trends are everywhere and they kept on multiplying from time to time. I haven’t got much time and, to be honest, enough cash to purchase each and every lavish designs. No wonder, multipurpose accessories appealed so much to me and I can’t keep from turning away if I find one.

Multi-function custom-made jewelries have streamlined a woman’s closet for centuries already. From detachable multi-chained necklaces to interchangeable brooch pieces — any female can be imaginative and may conceive different looks with various possible uses of these versatile pieces. I know it’ll take a bit of creativity and guts but trust me, once you get the hang of it, you’ll be marvelous! Not to mention that they are great investments for they can truly come a long way.

If you didn’t know, multipurpose accessories have dated back from the Victorian age or earlier. During this time, these articles of clothing have been very practical and useful for women. Marion Cohen’s book, Costume Jewelry Variations: A Collector's Identification and Price Guide (2003) mentioned that women who were economically affected by the Great Depression could not afford glamorous designer dresses and diamond jewelry, but they could afford custom jewelry to brighten up their wardrobes. These jewelries were priced for everyone’s budget and the industry went even further to give the customer more for her money and increased its sales.

Soon, many ornaments have been created with unique craftsmanship and genuine purposes. Clips, brooches, and pendants were used to accentuate dresses, gloves, belts, and even hats! Pins that can be changed to earrings, necklaces that can be divided to bracelets, interchangeable ring designs —these pieces have been popular for they are very convertible, ideal for traveling, and saves big space to a closet.

Filipina artist PJ Valenciano created various versions of multipurpose accessories available in the local market and surely, you will find one that will suit our taste and serve us in many ways. And come to think of it, Christmas time is just a few months away and these pieces are good gift ideas — either personal or corporate giveaways. Well, you’ve been lucky! Palamuti by PJ Valenciano is giving 20% discount on all bulk purchases made on or before October 31, 2011. You may pick from any of our collection: from our simplest to the most elaborate designs and the packaging is on us! So get ahead and avoid the last minute gift-shopping dilemma most people have every holiday season. You may request for pricelist by emailing palamutishop@gmail.com or pjvalenciano@palamutishop.com. Here are some of the items we offer:

Sash with removable brooch design

Necklace with detachable bracelet

Necklace with detachable bracelet

Multipurpose doorknob keychain

Necklace and brooch in one