Anklet, also known as ankle bracelets, ankle chains or ankle strings are ornaments worn around the ankle mostly by women. A major historical meaning associated with a circle around the anklets is a shackle. This refers to slavery. Meanwhile, wearing an anklet in the western culture is a form of adornment . Since it does not keep a body part warm, nor conceal a body part that society decides should remain hidden, then its only function can conceivably be adornment.
In some part of the world like India, aside from functioning as foot adornments, they also signify social status. In ancient Indian culture, anklets with charms dangling on them were worn mostly by married women, This way, family members would know she was coming by the sound of her anklets. This way, they would be sure to welcome her with respect.
However, in somewhat recent history in Ghana, wearing anklet has a different designated significance. It is considered by some people , to indicate the wearer is 'available' for the right price,while others see it to be an ornament, which beautifies the leg. Does wearing an anklet have anything to do with who you are? Does your religion frowns on it?
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My culture isn't against it, since anklet in my village represent royalty. Nice piece
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DeleteI don't actually like ladies in anklet because it makes me feel they are wayward.
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DeleteI have grown to believe that anklets are worn by traditionalist, so I see it very wired if ladies of today put on anklets.
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DeleteAppearance they say says a lot about you. For me, I see you as a prostitute immediately I see a lady in anklet irrespective of your reason of wearing it.
ReplyDeleteWhy must it be that way? Where from that perception?
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