Hello,

I cannot believe it is almost the end of 2010. So many amazing things happened for me and I cannot be more grateful about it. I started Jeluxury.com in February after many years of talking and dreaming about it. It was hard working a full time job and operating a business at the same time but I wouldn’t change it for anything. I tried my hardest with the store and wish I had more time devoted to it but 2011 is another year and I hope to work harder promoting the business, adding new inventories and make money while doing it.

As I grow older I am getting to know myself more and I hope I can express myself more through fashion and my style in 2011. I want to thank my family, real friends and love of my life who brings joy to my life in 2010; words cannot express my thanks and gratitude for everything you did for me and I hope 2011 will bring you good health, happiness, good fortune or all that you wished for. I love you with all of my heart.

To Designs with Merit for building this amazing website and blog and continued support of my business. Thank you for your professionalism.

To my readers and supporters, all I can say is THANK YOU for coming here to share your comments and views; I hope you will continue to come back here. Xx  

Merry Xmas and Happy New Year!

XOXO

Tawa

photo: Angela Fisher, scanned by moi

A few weeks ago I wrote a post titled “Ethnic Jewelry: Forms and Functions” in which I talked a little about Tuareg Crosses. Today, I am expanding on this wonderful jewelry.

Tuareg people, sometimes called the “Blue people” because their robes are dyed blue (see images below) are predominantly nomadic people of the Sahara Desert. They are fiercely independent and known for their bold, high quality and impressive artistic designs.

The Tuareg cross is worn by both men and women. To the women, the cross conveys social status and prestige. The men use it as token of affection, friendship, dowry, or sentimental heirlooms passed from one generation to another when they reached puberty.  The Tuareg people prefer to wear silver because it is the metal of the prophet and it represent the four corners of the world.  They use the crosses for trade in exchange for foods and cloth and rings.

Jeluxury.com is very proud to carry Tuareg crosses, earrings, cuffs and bracelet on its website. You will receive 10% off when you order by March 31st with promo code Launch 10.  We also offer free shipping on orders $100 and above. There are few of these gorgeous jewelries left so be sure to get them before they are gone.  

Click on the picture or the link below each jewelry to learn more.

Photo: Victor Englebert courtesy of public Anthropology

In Travel Magazine

Tuareg “Bartchakea” Cross Necklace, $119

Tuareg Cuff Bracelet, $118. Can be worn by both men and women

Tuareg Carnelian earrings -$90, black onyx earrings-$65

I hope you have a deeper appreciation for Tuareg artisans and their jewelry.

Thank you and have a wonderful day.

XOXO

Tawa