durable bracelets

Named for a lush region of Thailand that features beautiful waterfalls, this beaded bracelet from Chuleekorn is a medley of blues. The artisan knots dyed blue agate and brass beads on braided taupe cords, and adds a pendant of deep indigo lapis lazuli. The bracelet closes at one of two lengths with a dyed calcite bead.

Survival bracelets made from paracord or parachute rope, a lightweight cord made from nylon that gained popularity during World War II, are camping and wilderness survival tools that allow the wearer to unweave the strands and use them for getting food, first aid help, among other purposes. These accessories inspire Costa Rica's Allan Viquez to create a line of men's wristband bracelets that are durable and also very fashionable crafted with the macrame technique.