Description
The Black Tourmaline Body Harness – Protective Energy Armour, silver, is jewellery that wraps the body like shimmering armour. It is adorned with as many as fifteen natural black tourmalines 10 mm in diameter. The stones run along the breastbone, from the neck down to the waist. Silver-tone 316L stainless steel chains accentuate the line of the figure and add lightness to it.
A body harness, called "napierśnik" in Polish, is a body chain worn on the neck and waist. You put the shorter chains around your neck. You arrange the black tourmalines along the breastbone and fasten the longer chains around your waist with a lobster clasp. The effect is sensual, dark and extraordinarily feminine.
It is also a 2-in-1 necklace. When you fasten both the shorter and the longer chains around your neck, you get a very long necklace with black tourmalines. You can adjust the length with the extender chain. I can also make chains of any length to order, perfectly fitted to your figure.
I make every body harness entirely by hand in the Ametyst Studio workshop. Before shipping, I personally check every connection. Above all, it is protective jewellery, but also one of the most striking festival pieces. It is perfect for a festival, the beach, a photo shoot and an evening out.
Symbolism
Black tourmaline has been regarded as one of the most powerful protective stones for centuries. Its black symbolises a shield that stops what is bad. In the body harness, fifteen stones form a vertical line along the centre of the body. It is like a protective axis guarding the heart, emotions and personal power.
Napierśnik – an original Ametyst Studio name
Using the Polish name "napierśnik" for this type of jewellery was my own idea. It was formed on the model of the word "naszyjnik", meaning necklace. A "naszyjnik" is worn on the neck ("szyja"), and a "napierśnik" on the chest ("pierś"). It is one of my original names for body jewellery, alongside "nanosek", "nagłownik", "nadłonnik" and "naocznik".
The word itself, however, has a long history. In the Middle Ages, "napierśnik" was the name of the armour plate that covered a warrior's torso. Knights trusted it to protect their hearts from blows. That is why the name suits jewellery whose purpose is to protect your energy so well.
Protective Energy Armour
Old armour was heavy, cold and forged from iron. This one is light, shimmering and made of natural stones. Instead of protecting you from a sword, it is meant to protect you from stress, envy and other people's emotions. Putting it on, you can feel like a warrior who knows how to take care of herself.
In many cultures women wore amulets on the chest, close to the heart. This place was believed to be especially vulnerable to the evil eye and bad intentions. A necklace with a black stone was meant to shield this vulnerability. The body harness develops this idea, protecting the whole line of the body from the neck to the waist.
Where does the name tourmaline come from?
The name tourmaline comes from the Sinhalese word "turamali", used in Sri Lanka. It meant stones of mixed colours. Dutch merchants brought tourmalines to Europe at the beginning of the 18th century. The black variety has its own name: schorl, after the Saxon village of Schorl.
Tourmaline has an unusual property called pyroelectricity. When warmed, it generates an electric charge and attracts ash and dust. Perhaps that is why people believed it also attracts and holds negative energy. Fifteen such stones on the body form a true shield.
Black – the colour of constancy and strength
In European heraldry, black was one of the heraldic tinctures. In English it is called "sable", after the fur of the sable. It symbolised constancy, gravity and prudence. A knight with black in his coat of arms was regarded as someone who keeps his word.
Today black is associated with elegance, mystery and self-confidence. Black body jewellery combines these meanings in one piece. It speaks of a woman who knows her worth and is not afraid to show it.
The number fifteen
Fifteen stones are no coincidence, but a full, harmonious line from the neck to the waist. In numerology, fifteen adds up to six. Six symbolises harmony, care and love. It is a beautiful message for jewellery that rests by the heart.
The body's axis and the chakras
In the yoga tradition, the most important chakras lie along the centre of the body. The throat chakra governs self-expression, and the heart chakra governs love. The solar plexus is the seat of personal power and self-confidence. The tourmalines arranged along the breastbone are meant to protect all these centres at once.
Properties
Black tourmaline has been credited with many valuable properties for centuries. According to tradition, a body harness with black tourmalines:
- protects against negative energy, the evil eye and envy;
- shields the heart and emotions from other people's moods;
- absorbs stress and tension;
- grounds you and gives a sense of security;
- helps you stay calm in crowds and noise;
- strengthens self-confidence and a sense of personal power;
- supports clarity of thought and decision-making;
- helps you set healthy boundaries in relationships.
You can treat the body harness as a personal talisman. When putting it on, say a short intention, for example: "I am protected and strong." When you feel the coolness of the stones on your skin, you will remember your power.
Fifteen stones of protection
Most black tourmaline necklaces have one or a few stones. This body harness has as many as fifteen. In energy traditions, more stones mean stronger and wider protection. That is why this piece will be especially helpful for very sensitive and empathetic people.
When to choose this chest piece?
A body harness with black tourmalines works in many situations. It is worth choosing when:
- you are looking for festival jewellery that will make an impression;
- you are planning a photo shoot with a dark or magical vibe;
- you want striking body jewellery for the beach or the pool;
- you need a very long necklace for a dress or a jumper;
- you like jewellery you can wear in two ways;
- you love gothic, boho, rock or witchy style;
- you feel drained by other people's emotions and need protection;
- you are looking for a unique gift for a bold woman.
Festival jewellery
A festival is a time of freedom, music and bold outfits. The body harness is one of the most spectacular pieces you can wear. The black stones shine in the stage lights and look beautiful in photos. Such festival jewellery catches the eye immediately.
A festival also means crowds, noise and lots of stimuli. Black tourmaline is said to help you stay calm and not absorb other people's energy. The body harness thus combines a striking look with protective symbolism. The lobster clasp at the waist keeps the piece secure on the body while dancing.
Festival outfits
The body harness suits many festival outfits. It looks most beautiful on bare skin or over a thin, smooth top. Pair it with a black bralette, a mesh blouse and leather shorts. For boho style, choose a white dress with a deep neckline and a wide-brimmed hat.
As festival accessories, choose the super long black tourmaline earrings and a hand chain. Add silver glitter or gems to your face. On your feet, wear combat boots or cowboy boots. This creates a coherent, dark and magical whole.
Body jewellery for the beach and photo shoots
On the beach, the body harness turns an ordinary swimsuit into a striking outfit. The black stones contrast beautifully with tanned skin. At a photo shoot, it adds mystery and sensuality to the frames. It is perfect for a shoot in the forest, by a bonfire, on the beach at sunset or in a studio.
A very long necklace for every day
You do not have to wait for a festival to wear this piece. Fastened entirely around the neck, it becomes a very long necklace. The tourmalines then form a long, vertical line. Such a long necklace slims the silhouette and looks beautiful with a turtleneck, a dress or an oversized jumper.
A body harness for a wedding or a hen party
More and more women choose body jewellery for boho and rustic weddings. The body harness looks beautiful with a backless dress or a deep neckline. Black tourmaline is a bold choice for guests who love dark romance. It is also perfect for a witch-themed hen party.
A gift with a message
The black tourmaline body harness is a unique gift for a woman who likes to stand out from the crowd. It will also delight someone sensitive, empathetic or working with people. Such a gift says: "I want you to feel safe and strong." It is perfect for a birthday, an anniversary or before a festival trip.
Best for the zodiac signs
Any zodiac sign can wear black tourmaline. Some signs, however, will especially appreciate its protective power.
Capricorn is the sign most often linked with black tourmaline. Capricorns are strong but often carry too much. The body harness reminds them that their strength also needs protection.
Scorpio loves black, sensuality and mystery. Body jewellery with black stones perfectly reflects its magnetic nature. Tourmaline is meant to protect it from jealousy and manipulation.
Leo loves being the centre of attention. A spectacular body harness lets it shine on any stage. Black tourmaline is meant to protect its big heart from other people's envy.
Libra has tourmaline among its stones, as it is the October birthstone. Libras love beauty and harmony. The body harness helps them keep their balance amid tension.
Cancer is a very sensitive and caring sign. It often soaks up other people's emotions like a sponge. Fifteen tourmalines by the heart are meant to create a protective shield around it.
Aesthetic qualities
The body harness enchants with the contrast of deep black and cool silver. Fifteen round tourmalines 10 mm in diameter form a bold vertical line. Silver-tone stainless steel chains wrap the neck and waist. The whole looks sensual, bold and elegant at the same time.
Every tourmaline is natural, so every stone is slightly different. It may have delicate striations, matte areas or small imperfections. They are proof that the stone was formed in the earth. Your body harness will therefore be one of a kind.
A body chain that slims the silhouette
The vertical line of stones along the breastbone visually lengthens the torso. The chain at the waist accentuates feminine curves. The body chain works like natural contouring, drawing the silhouette with light. That is why the body harness suits every figure.
A body necklace and a 2-in-1 necklace
This piece is both a body necklace and a 2-in-1 necklace. As a body harness, it adorns the neckline, breastbone and waist. As a very long necklace, it forms an elegant, multi-layered cascade. One piece of jewellery thus gives you two completely different looks.
A necklace with black stones
A necklace with black stones is a timeless classic. Black suits every skin tone, hair colour and style. It looks beautiful on fair skin and on a tan. A necklace with black tourmalines combines this classic with a bold, modern form.
A black tourmaline necklace in a new guise
A classic black tourmaline necklace usually means a single stone on a chain. This body harness shows that tourmaline can play the leading role. Fifteen stones form a bold composition that can be seen from afar. It is jewellery for women who want their protective stone to be visible.
Handmade jewellery
I make every body harness entirely by hand in my workshop. I carefully select the stones and join them with the chains. I make sure the tourmalines sit evenly along the breastbone. Handmade jewellery has a soul that cannot be replicated in mass production.
Best paired with
The body harness is part of the black tourmaline collection. It looks beautiful with the super long Black Tourmaline earrings, which elongate the neck. On your hand, add the 2-in-1 Black Tourmaline hand chain and necklace. Together these three pieces form complete protective armour.
If you want all three, choose the Black Tourmaline Body Jewellery Set. You will get it at a better price than the pieces bought separately. A black tourmaline ring also goes well with the body harness. Lovers of dark styling will adore the Arabian Princess face mask with black tourmaline.
In terms of clothing, the body harness loves black, white and bare skin. It looks best with a bralette, a backless top, a dress with a deep neckline or a swimsuit. For evening looks, choose a black dress with thin straps. As a long necklace, it goes with a turtleneck and a simple dress.
Make-up in dark, smoky tones suits the body harness. Go for smoky eyes and a dark lipstick. A touch of highlighter on the collarbones and neckline will beautifully accentuate the stones.
How to care for it?
316L stainless steel is durable, and black tourmaline is a hard stone. Even so, the body harness will keep its beauty longer if you take care of a few details:
- put it on after applying lotion, oil and perfume;
- take it off before bathing, swimming, exercising and sleeping;
- make sure the chains do not catch on clothes, your handbag or hair;
- protect the stones from knocks against hard surfaces;
- after wearing, wipe the piece with a soft, dry cloth;
- store it laid flat or in a pouch so the chains do not tangle;
- do not use abrasives or harsh detergents;
- after a festival, gently clean the stones of dust and glitter.
How to put on the body chain?
First, put the shorter chains around your neck. Then arrange the black tourmalines along your breastbone. Take the longer chains around your waist and fasten them with the lobster clasp. Use the extender chain to adjust the length to your figure.
How to wear it as a long necklace?
Fasten both the shorter and the longer chains around your neck. The tourmalines will then form a long line over the neckline and stomach. You can adjust the length with the extender chain. This way the body harness turns into a striking, very long necklace.
Chains made to order
Every figure is different, so I can make chains of any length to order. Simply give me your neck and waist measurements and torso length in a message. I will adjust the body harness so that it sits perfectly on your body.
Cleansing black tourmaline
Black tourmaline is believed to absorb negative energy. That is why it is worth cleansing it regularly, especially after a festival or a difficult day. You can smudge the body harness with sage smoke or place it overnight on an amethyst cluster. Then recharge it in moonlight, ideally during the full moon.
Material
- fifteen natural black tourmalines, 10 mm in diameter;
- silver-coloured 316L stainless steel;
- extender chain for adjusting the length;
- lobster clasp fastening;
- chains of any length can be made to order;
- made entirely by hand in the Ametyst Studio workshop.
Why 316L stainless steel?
316L is surgical steel, used among other things in medicine. It is highly resistant to corrosion, moisture and sweat. It does not tarnish or change colour, even with frequent wear. It is undoubtedly a practical choice for body jewellery that is in constant contact with the skin.
What is black tourmaline?
Black tourmaline is a mineral from the silicate group. It forms elongated, striated crystals of a deep black colour. It is mined, among other places, in Brazil, Africa and Pakistan. In Poland it occurs, for example, around Strzegom in Lower Silesia.
Tourmaline is hard and scratch-resistant. That makes it well suited to jewellery worn on the body. The round 10 mm stones highlight its deep lustre.
Who is this body harness for?
The Black Tourmaline Body Harness is for women who are bold, sensual and aware of their energy. It will appeal to festival-goers and lovers of boho, rock and gothic style. It will also be loved by women looking for jewellery that can be worn in several ways. Without a doubt, it is a piece for anyone who wants to feel protected and stunning.
It is a body chain and a long necklace in one, with fifteen stones of protection. It works at a festival, on the beach, at a photo shoot, on an evening out and every day. It will surely become one of your favourite pieces.
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