“What’s a little pain if it’ll make me look hip” seems to be the prevalent thought among the young and the old who are turning out in increasing numbers to participate in the body jewelry trend. Not so long ago, only punk rockers and those with ‘bad boy’ images, such as former NBA star Dennis Rodman, were seen sporting body piercings in mainstream media. Today, body jewelry is endorsed by pop celebrities with mass followings, including Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Fiona Apple and Lenny Kravitz. Britney Spears has an extensive collection of navel rings, and Christina Aguilera is said to wear the most interesting body jewelry in areas that are covered by her clothing.

Some celebrities with an otherwise ‘serious’ image are nevertheless fans of body art. Actress Camryn Manheim of the television drama ‘The Firm’ sports multiple earrings on the cartilage of one ear. Gillian Anderson, who played the cynical and skeptical FBI agent Dana Scully in the television series ‘The X Files,’ has a pierced belly button. Performers with tongue piercings include former Spice Girl Melanie Brown (Scary Spice) and dancer Jimmy Gulzar, while supermodels Christy Turlington and James King are proud of their piercings. Some sports celebrities also wear body jewelry, including WWE wrestlers A-Train and Billy Gunn, as well as football player Ricky Williams.

Body jewelry has also been used throughout the ages to enhance sensation, and by extension, sexuality and sexual performance. Genital and nipple piercing in both men and women, while not as widespread as nose, ear, tongue, navel and eyebrow piercing, still has its own following. Singer Janet Jackson has stated on the Oprah Winfrey talk show that she likes the sensation that her pierced nipples give her. Other celebrities with pierced nipples include rock musicians Axl Rose and Tommy Lee, Icelandic singer Bjork and rapper Lil Kim. Pop princess Britney Spears likewise has a pierced nipple.

Celebrities, whether they like it or not, are oftentimes looked up to as role models and the influence they wield over their fans is considerable. Fans emulate their idols’ preferences: from clothing, mannerism, even to the wearing of body jewelry. More and more, they are playing a leading role not only in the direction of today’s fashion trends but also in the shaping of modern pop culture.

The factors for fascination

There are no specific Sociological factors which attract the women community as whole for diamonds. Perhaps, according to the writings in the Gene map of woman physiology this fascination for diamonds among the women is passed from one generation to other. The woman, always regard diamonds as the decisive aid for emphasizing their beauty. With the dazzling appearance provided by the diamonds, the women grab the attention of the males and keep them fascinated. Often with the possession of diamonds, the women try to take the supremacy. There are many historical anecdotes which tell about numerous instances where the desires for the precious stones i.e. diamonds have resulted in bloody wars. During those days the diamonds were yielded sufficient influence to commence the war and to conclude peace when glory of fate interpreted power. There was a practice where the gallant warriors offered those pieces of dazzling stones on the feet of the women. This is how they used to share the conquest of war. Whatever may be the cause but the diamonds always allure and remained the first love of the woman.

Modern women and Their Love for Diamonds

We observe the drastic change in the society and there is also transformation in the aspiration of the women folk but their penchant towards the diamonds remained unaffected. There is still a belief among the women of today’s era that the diamonds are and they will remain the best pal of a girl, only the outlook has altered. For today’s independent and sagacious women these precious stones are not just to emphasize their outer beauty, but it has now considered as a symbol of liberation; both financial and social. Women now flaunt with womanhood it is no longer used only to attract the attention of their male attention counterparts.

In fact, not only children would appreciate jewelry that would remind them of favorite pets. If one had a favorite animal, a pet, a totem spirit or just an animal with whom s/he identifies with, a piece of charm jewelry would be a great gift. An accessory that reminds one of a pleasant thought is always something that makes one glow.

The inner strength one derives from inspiring motifs is one of the best things about animal jewelry; when a person is calmed or energized by the sight of a familiar animal, it affects one’s mood and the way one looks at things. In fact, Native American tradition believes that animals can give you strength and guidance. Jewelry symbolizing these animals may serve as a reminder for someone who desires to be stronger in one particular aspect. For example: the dragonfly symbolizes illusion, the deer symbolizes gentleness, the bear means power, and so forth.

A person may select his/her ensemble based on his/her philosophies, or simply the feelings of the moment. A person who wishes to give another the gift of animal jewelry may consider which particular animal/s the recipient brings to mind. This requires a personal touch, and this in itself makes the act of selecting animal jewelry a cherished moment indeed!