Indulge in the rich hues of the beaded necklace, a luxurious piece embodying the depth of wine red and blush tones. This 38-inch long necklace features about 29 bead strands, each segment showcasing varying shades of dark and light blush tones. Handcrafted by Tibetan artisans in Nepal and India, it's a statement piece that exudes elegance and sophistication.
- Length: 38 inches
- Colors: Wine Red, Dark and Light Blush Tones
- Design: Approx. 29 bead strands in rich hues
- Origin: Handmade by Tibetan artisans
design: A long, layered bib of fine seed-bead strands descending from the collar in graduated bands of wine red and blush, divided by narrow rows of metallic gold-tone beads.
size: 38 inches long, approximately 29 individual bead strands.
material: Glass seed beads strung on multiple cords, with gold-tone metal spacer beads marking each color band.
features: Multi-strand cascading design, graduated wine-red-to-blush color blocking, gold-tone metal spacer accents, statement length
care: Store flat or hanging to keep strands untangled, and keep away from moisture, perfume, and direct sun to protect the bead color.
disclaimer: Because each strand is hand-strung, bead placement and strand count may vary slightly from piece to piece.
The Story
Multi-strand seed bead necklaces like this one draw on a long-standing Tibetan beadworking tradition, where strands of small glass beads are strung by hand in graduated color bands rather than a single fixed pattern. The layered, cascading form is meant to move with the body, with each strand catching light and color slightly differently as the wearer moves.
The alternating rows of colored glass and metallic spacer beads reflect a common approach in Tibetan and Nepali beadwork: using color blocking and metal accents to mark divisions within a single long necklace, turning a simple stringing technique into a graphic, considered composition. The wine-red and blush tones here are a contemporary color story built on that traditional multi-strand structure.
Necklaces like this are built strand by strand: an artisan measures and cuts each length of cord, threads on the seed beads by hand in the planned color sequence, and knots or crimps the ends before gathering the full set of strands into the finished bib. With around 29 strands per necklace, the stringing alone is a slow, repetitive process that depends on a steady hand and a practiced eye for keeping the color bands even across every strand.
Craft & Materials
- Made In: Nepal and India
- Craft Tradition: Tibetan multi-strand beadwork
- Ideal For: Someone who wants a bold, ready-made statement piece for a simple outfit
- Wear It With: Let it be the focus over a solid-color top or dress with a high or crew neckline
- Purpose: Statement necklace, layering over simple tops, special-occasion wear, everyday elevated dressing
- Metal: Gold-tone metal spacer beads
Questions & Answers
How long is this necklace?
It measures 38 inches long, designed to sit as a dramatic statement piece rather than close to the collarbone.
What is the necklace made of?
It's made from about 29 strands of hand-strung glass seed beads in wine red and blush tones, divided by rows of gold-tone metal spacer beads.
Who makes this necklace?
It's handmade by Tibetan artisans working in Nepal and India, who hand-string each of the multiple strands individually.
Will the color and strand count be exactly the same as pictured?
Because it's hand-strung, you may see slight variation in bead placement or strand count from piece to piece.
What should I wear this with?
It works best with a simple, solid-color top or dress and a high or crew neckline that lets the beadwork stand out.
