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How did Custom Rhinestone T Shirts get their beginning?

Rhinestones date as far back as the thirteenth century. At that time they were called Czechoslovakian or Bohemian glass because they were created in Bohemia and the Czech Republic. The actual name rhinestone originated from pieces of crystal (glass) found in Austria’s Rhine River, hence giving them the name of Rhinestones.  Since Rhinestones could only be found in this one river, their popularity took off greatly between the very wealthy and elite.

Rhinestone gems were also used in India before the Crusades, as the tailor for the king wanted to impress him.  The rhinestones were actually glued to the Kings clothing. Rhinestones were also very popular during the Renaissance period among the wealthy.  As you can guess, this fashion took off pretty big, and the art of gluing rhinestones to clothing has continued to stay alive throughout history. However, it wasn’t until the late 20th century that rhinestones became really popular all over the world.   

In the 18th century a man named George Frederic Stras came up with the technique of applying lead to the back of glass to enhance the shine and brilliance.  This man applied the idea to rhinestones to create a product that was more lavish than the original.  This is how “strass” became known as the reference to rhinestones. Now instead of using the actual rhinestone gems, it was possible to create the same results using meticulously cut glass and applying the lead to the back to enhance them.

About a century later in Austria, Daniel Swarovski created a new glass-cutting machine that cut faceted glass, which allowed the production of rhinestones to go much faster. Now because of this machine the stones were created with thirty percent lead content, giving them a greater radiance and shine.  Swarovski was one of the reasons rhinestones were influenced so greatly in the use of jewelry and adornment.  If you look today, you’ll find that most of the rhinestone jewelry fashioned today uses what is called the Swarovski Rhinestones. 
During the Victorian era, rhinestones were often used on jewelry shaped like snake and flowers. Victorians also wore rhinestone rings, and when extravagant jewelry was no longer en vogue, smaller, simpler rhinestones were used to help enhance a look of elegance.
Rhinestones again became popular as jewelry items in Europe and America after the First World War.  An alternative to diamonds, rhinestones were the dazzling solution to those who couldn’t afford authentic diamond jewelry but wanted the touch of glamour that they had missed during the years of fighting. From then on, to one degree or another, rhinestones were popular, whether to create elegant and sophisticated looks, or to even glue them to clothing articles.

A new fad took of in the 1960′s with rhinestones being used to decorate articles of clothing. The use of iron-on transfers opened up the opportunity for people to create rhinestone inventions through the arts and crafts niche.  Now because of the use of iron-on transfers, a totally new twist took off in the fashion business.  These Iron-on rhinestones could now be found in many different facets of daily life, from clothing, to accessories, and even as bridal decoration.

Fashion professionals found that almost everything could be spruced up with Rhinestones, and started using them in different colors and shapes on many different items. The world of fashion has strongly embraced the use of rhinestones on stage costumes. After all, wasn’t the appeal of wealth and affluency the reason why rhinestones took off so well in the first place?

With this in mind you can see how the use of rhinestones took off as a reflection to represent a high quality addition to any type of fashion clothing, or clothing accessory.  When you purchase something like a cap or shirt, it takes little effort to purchase it as it is.  However, what you gain in retail convenience you lose in originality. Any item of clothing purchased in this manner is sure to also be worn by hundreds of other people around the world. Why not show everyone who you really are by selecting clothing that will describe your unique personallity, charm, or life style through the use of rhinestones?  Compare the cost to the overall effect they create, and you’ll see the use of rhinestones win in both arenas.

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The process of creating clothing and accessories with iron on rhinestones is a process that has been refined, and a lot of do it yourself shops have opened up to supply the market with such services.  If you’re looking for something to buy for yourself, take a look at some of the companies and decide which one you want to use.  Take into account the fact that some of them have been doing this for quite some time now. One of those companies is Rhinestone Wear.

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