The Most Versatile Pieces of Jewellery

Earrings are one of the most versatile pieces of jewellery you can wear.

You can choose to go for classic earrings designs or go for more daring earrings trends. whichever way you go, there's sure to be a type of earring that suits your style.

And because earrings are such an important part of your wardrobe. Here are some tips to help you choose the right type of earrings for any occasion:

• When you're going for a more conservative look, go for classic earrings designs. These include dangle earrings, pearl earrings, and stud earrings.

• If you're looking for something a little more daring, go for earrings trends such as hoops, statement earrings, and inverted earrings. Whatever type of earrings you choose, make sure they're comfortable and look good on you.

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Keep in mind that earrings trends change constantly, so it's important to have a few designs in your wardrobe that matches the latest trends. And finally, don't forget about the importance of budget. No matter what type of earrings you're looking for, always try to stick to affordable options that you can wear often. That way, you'll always have a variety of choices available, and you won't feel too restricted when it comes to fashion.

So if you're looking for something special to add to your wardrobe, don't hesitate to invest in some stylish and handcrafted earrings from www.wayu.com.au we are passionate not only about fashion but also about art, design and supporting artisans in South America. Our earrings are sure to make your outfit stand out, no matter what you're wearing!

Keep things simple and chic - that's the key to looking good in any earring style!

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How To Look After Your Ear Piercings

Earrings come in all shapes, sizes, types, and colors. They range from cute and quirky to elegant and fashionable. However, many people take their ability to wear earrings without problems for granted which is why we have put together a blog article to discuss what causes sensitive pierced ears, how to prevent infection, and what to do if you suspect there is an infection.

What Causes Sensitive Pierced Ears?

Allergies are the most common cause of sensitivity to pierced ears. Nickel is the most common metal allergy that people have. Depending on their sensitivity, even the tiniest amount of metal causes a reaction. However, people with metal allergies can still wear earrings for a short amount of time.

Even if earrings are hypoallergenic, they can still cause allergies as the nickel is underneath another material coating. For sensitive ears, the best earrings to wear are those made from gold, platinum, or silver. Have in mind that to avoid nickel mixed in with either gold or silver, the gold must be 14k or above and sterling silver 925. Other good material for sensitive ears might be acrylic or plastic as they do not have any nickel material.

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How To Prevent An Infection In Pierced Ears

There are several steps you can take to prevent infection in pierced ears. Here is what we recommend:

• Always wash your hands before handling the earring or touching your ears. You don't want to transfer bacteria or other foreign material to your ears.

• If you have new piercings: Leave your earrings in for up to eight weeks to prevent the bacterial transfer and prevent the hole from closing.

• Regularly wash your ears with soap and warm water. Do this once per day, preferably with unscented soap, to prevent infections.

• Twist your earrings a few times per day. Twisting your earrings may feel a little strange when you do it, but it helps keep pierced holes open.

• Use rubbing alcohol. Use a cotton ball or Q-tip dipped in rubbing alcohol and clean the skin around the piercings twice a day to prevent scabbing and remove germs.

What To Do If There Is An Infection?

If you have an infection, you're likely to have redness, swelling, pain or tenderness, and a yellow or green pus-like discharge. If that is the case we recommend you going to see your local doctor as it may need to be treated with antibiotics.

You may also experience itching or burning at the site of the piercing. This may indicate that the infection is minor, which means that you might be able to take care of it at home. If this is the case we recommend you leaving the piercing on so the hole does not close and traps the infection inside.

Firstly, wash your hands before cleaning your piercing and don't use alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, or any antibiotic ointments. While it may sound counter-intuitive, these slow the healing process and further irritate the skin.

Instead, we recommend you to use ¼ tsp of salt with 8 oz. of distilled water (boiled water) to create saltwater and clean around the piercing with that three times per day on both sides of your earlobe. Then pat dry with paper towels. Please ensure you do not use your personal towel or toilet paper to do so as those may leave behind fibers that irritate the piercing.

If the itchiness persists we recommend you going to see the doctor immediately.

Who Are the Wayuu Tribes?

The Wayuu are an indigenous group of people who live on the Caribbean Coast of the Guajira Peninsula, straddling the border of northern Venezuela and northern Colombia where the climate is rather harsh, including a largely arid climate.

Today, there are more than 400,000 Wayuu tribal members. In fact, they represent the largest indigenous ethnic group in both Colombia and Venezuela. The Wayuu boast a unique history and culture that adds a compelling dimension to the countries they live in today.

According to historians, Wayuu tribes arrived in the Guajira Peninsula around 150 A.D. They left their earlier homelands in the Amazon rainforest and Antilles to search for a less hostile climate as well as to escape Spanish invaders.

The Wayuu had a long-standing conflict with the Spanish; they were determined not to fall under Spanish dominion. By living in the remote Guajira region, they were able to largely retain their cultural identity and way of life.

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Today, many Wayuu people know Spanish as well as their ancestral Wayuunaiki language, which is a derivative of the Maipuran language. The Wayuu live primarily by subsistence farming and raising livestock; however, climate change has affected them substantially and the governments of their respective homelands have been requested to provide food to combat periods of drought and famine.

The Wayuu people are among the poorest in Latin America, but they are immensely proud of their heritage and culture. While men focus their efforts on farming and caring for livestock, women contribute monetarily by selling their handiwork such as their traditional weaving and crochet bags known as mochila bags.

Many of the Wayuu traditional weavings are brightly coloured. The tribe is known for various types of patterns and designs that adorn their woven basketry, for example. Tribal women learn to weave at an early age even today just as their ancestors of the Arawak and Carib tribes did.

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Although the skilled artisans of the Wayuu people help support the tribes, these peoples are still quite vulnerable owing to their extreme poverty and remote location in the world.

We are thrilled here at Wayu Accessories to celebrate Wayuu designs by carrying Wayuu-inspired products. Visit our shop to explore our selection of wayuu bags and variety of handmade accessories made by artisans in South América.