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Handgemaakte sieraden vs. fabriekssieraden: wat is het echte verschil?

In een wereld vol snelle mode en goedkope accessoires kiezen steeds meer vrouwen bewust voor handgemaakte sieraden. Maar wat maakt een handgemaakt sieraad nu eigenlijk anders dan iets dat van de lopende band komt? En is het de hogere prijs waard? Bij Petit Bonbon geloven we van harte van wel — en we leggen je graag uit waarom.

Hoe kies je de perfecte statement oorbellen voor jouw gezichtsvorm?

Statement oorbellen zijn dé manier om je look te transformeren met één accessoire. Maar welke oorbellen passen nu eigenlijk bij jóú? De vorm van je gezicht speelt een grotere rol dan je denkt bij het kiezen van de juiste oorbellen. In deze gids van Petit Bonbon — specialist in handgemaakte statement oorbellen uit België — helpen we je op weg met praktische tips per gezichtsvorm.

What is the difference between gold plated, gold plated and real gold?

Not all earrings are the same. When you're buying jewelry, you often see terms like "gold plated," "gold-plated," or "solid gold." But what exactly do they mean? And which one is best for you? The 3 materials explained Gold plated: a layer of gold on another metal (usually brass or silver). Affordable and beautiful, but slightly more susceptible to wear. Gilded: a general term for a gold-colored coating. This isn't always gold plated—so check carefully. Solid gold (14k or 18...

De mooiste bruidsoorbellen van 2026 — trends en tips voor de perfecte bruidslook

Je trouwdag is één van de mooiste dagen van je leven, en je look verdient elk detail van aandacht. Bruidsoorbellen zijn meer dan een accessoire — ze zijn het sieraad dat op elke foto te zien is, van de ochtend tot het feest. In deze blog ontdek je de bruidsoorbellen trends van 2026 en hoe je de perfecte keuze maakt voor jouw bruidslook. Petit Bonbon biedt een exclusieve bruidscollectie van handgemaakte oorbellen, speciaal ontworpen voor de mooiste dag van je leven.

Nikkelvrije oorbellen: waarom het zo belangrijk is voor gevoelige oren

Ken je dat vervelende gevoel: een paar uur na het indoen van je oorbellen beginnen je oren te jeuken, worden ze rood of zwellen ze zelfs lichtjes op? Dan heb je waarschijnlijk een nikkelallergie — en je bent zeker niet alleen. Naar schatting heeft tot 15% van de vrouwen een nikkelgevoeligheid. Het goede nieuws: nikkelvrije oorbellen zoals die van Petit Bonbon lossen dit probleem volledig op. Wat is nikkel en waarom zit het in sieraden? Nikkel is een metaal dat veel goedkope sieraden steviger ...

Stylish in blue: outfit inspiration and matching earrings from Petit Bonbon

Blue is a timeless color that will always remain in fashion. It symbolizes serenity, confidence and elegance, and it is a color that suits almost any occasion. If you're looking for inspiration to wrap yourself in this beautiful shade, you've come to the right place! In this blog post we show you how to put together a chic blue outfit, combine it with beautiful earrings from Petit Bonbon to perfect your look. Outfit 1: Business Elegance For a business-like, yet stylish look, you can combi...

How statement earrings transform your look

Statement earrings are a fashion accessory that has the power to transform your look and transform a simple outfit into a stylish and elegant appearance. They are the perfect addition to any wardrobe, and in this article we will show you how statement earrings can upgrade your look, and why Petit Bonbon earrings are the perfect choice for a stylish change. A touch of personality Statement earrings are not just accessories; they are a reflection of your personality. With the right choice ...

The importance of maintenance for handmade jewelry: tips for long-lasting beauty

Handmade jewelry is unique pieces that are carefully designed and crafted by hand. They radiate craftsmanship and love for detail and are often made with precious materials. So it goes without saying that you want to keep this jewelry in optimal condition so that you can enjoy it for as long as possible. In this blog we share valuable tips for maintaining handmade jewelry, so that they retain their beauty and you can shine with your gems. 1. Store jewelry in a safe place One of the first ...

From pastel to cobalt: 13 blue items to bring into your home today

Candy cane pink, grass green… Our wardrobe adopts a color palette that almost screams spring. Are you looking for a trend color that matches all these cheerful shades? Then look for blue! From pastel to cobalt blue: almost all warm and cold shades appear in the spring and summer collections. Earrings €59 - Marie blue In shopping basket Get more inspiration and read the full article in Flair .

Which earrings suit you?

How do you know which earrings suit you? Finding the perfect earrings that suit you is always a challenge. There are a number of things that you should take into account when buy earrings. 

Which earrings suit your face?

We sometimes get the question from our customers about which earrings suit their face best. You can find the right earrings for every face shape. Whether you have a round, long, square, heart-shaped, etc. face, a beautiful pair of earrings will suit every face type. Below you will find our styling tips that suit your face. In general, you can assume that it is best to avoid earrings that have the same shape as your face. But, which earrings suit your face? Find out quickly below.

Which earrings are best for short or updo hair?

With short or updo hair, it is best to go for round or oval earrings, slightly shorter earrings, stud earrings or earrings with pearls. But, a lot also depends on the type of haircut you have. With a rather classic haircut, earrings are often opted for, or earrings with (freshwater) pearls. If you have a more daring, modern hairstyle, you can also go a little more daring in your choice of earrings.

What are handmade statement earrings?

Handmade statement earrings, are earrings that, as the name implies, are made by hand. This also means that they are not made in bulk, that they are not produced on a large scale in some (foreign) factory and that they are not purchased for easy resale. However, that does mean that they are preceded by a very creative process and months of work and that they are made by hand here in Belgium in the Petit Bonbon studio. I would therefore like to take you through the entire process of how handma...

Light handmade statement earrings from Petit Bonbon

Did you know that more than 75% of all women will ever suffer from inflamed earlobes? One of the most common causes of this are earrings that often weigh too much. We are therefore often asked whether the earrings we offer are light and do not weigh too much.

Inflamed earlobes: how to prevent and what can you do about it?

Research* shows that more than 75% of women will experience inflamed earlobes or an allergic reaction (43%) after wearing earrings at some point. So it is certainly not a strange phenomenon, but when you have to deal with it, it is important to treat the inflammation properly. 

Petit Bonbon part of A Better Blend 2020

Find Petit Bonbon earrings at the ultimate pop-up gift store "A Better Blend" that brings together the most inspiring Belgian brands during the holidays.

Nina (HLN.be) chooses Petit Bonbon as 1 of the 6 emerging brands in Belgium

The Belgian JUTTU will put six local brands in the spotlight in the summer of 2020. Petit Bonbon, with their handmade earrings, is one of them.

Petit Bonbon, 1 of the 6 emerging brands in 2020

Every year, retail chain supports JUTTU six Belgian brands. In this way they want to encourage their customers to shop locally and buy more Belgian brands. This year they chose Petit Bonbon earrings as one of their six Belgian brands.