Although we are dealing with Valentines Day accessories, this word "Bolero" conjures up in one's mind the passion and fire of the romantic Spanish dance - the Bolero - which is a smooth, sophisticated, sentimental love dance in triple time, accompanied by guitar and castanets. The emphasis is on smoothness and graceful turns. The Bolero top rightly deserves this romantic image. The Bolero, as a Valentines Day accessory style top, is a cropped jacket of Spanish influence , fashioned in the romance of an earlier era. It is one of the few styles that crosses generations and nationalities.
With St Valentine's Day bringing romance to the fore, if you are thinking of buying a Bolero for your loved one for the occasion, perhaps this Cuban saying will help make up your mind - " In Cuba there is no love without a bolero" (love song)!
The Bolero top, which makes a superb Valentines Day gift, is mostly worn by women with the main exception being when the Bolero is worn by Spanish men in their role as matadors.
The Bolero is a short jacket, mostly with wide short sleeves, worn open in the front and so versatile, that as well as a fashion garment it can also be used as a dance wrap, an undergarment, a very slimming top, or even as a work-out outfit for the gym.
A considerable advantage of the Bolero, as a Valentines Day accessory, is that it is small and very portable. In an instant, a Bolero will add a special touch of dynamic glamour and can change day wear into evening wear.
The Bolero is a totally unique accessory and a great new addition to any wardrobe. Boleros come in a wide variety of colours and styles (tie, one button, no closing) to suit all tastes and shapes. Boleros come in beautiful materials such as silk, wool, fur, mixtures of polyamide/elastane, polyester, cotton, lace and chiffon and sometimes are wonderfully embellished with sequins and beads.
Boleros are ideal for keeping you warm on days when a jacket is too heavy but a light cover up is needed.
If you feel you would like a bit more cover than a strapless dress allows, or you feel you would rather not expose your arms, the Bolero again will come to your aid. If you would like to look stunningly regal, a classic, high-necked Bolero jacket will create the image.
The Bolero is a truly wonderful gift for Valentines Day!
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