[{"id":448917962982,"handle":"best-selling-items","updated_at":"2026-06-21T04:03:26-07:00","published_at":"2024-08-13T10:13:49-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","title":"Articles les plus vendus","body_html":"","image":{"created_at":"2026-06-15T11:51:31-07:00","alt":"Best Selling items - Brilliance \u0026 Melrose","width":887,"height":1182,"src":"\/\/brilliance-melrose.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/IMG_6388-5634512.jpg?v=1781549491"}},{"id":262946029647,"handle":"ice-skating-accessories","title":"The Ice Skating Accessories","updated_at":"2026-06-21T04:03:26-07:00","body_html":"\u003ch3\u003eEverything a skater needs at the rink — except the skates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe skates get the spotlight, but any skater will tell you it's the accessories that make a practice day work. Cold hands at the boards, wet blades after a session, hair that won't stay put through a spin — the right gear quietly solves all of it. Our ice skating accessories cover the everyday essentials a skater reaches for between getting out of the car and stepping onto the ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLike everything we make, these are handmade by our team in Malaysia and designed by a former competitive figure skater who's spent more hours at the rink than most people spend at their desk. As a proud partner of John Wilson, MK Blades, and Aura Skates, we build accessories the skating community actually uses — not generic add-ons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to build your skating kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart with the things you'll use every single session.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pair of \u003cstrong\u003egliding gloves\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps hands warm at the boards and protects them on falls — non-negotiable for younger skaters. A set of \u003cstrong\u003eskate soakers\u003c\/strong\u003e slips over your blades after each session to absorb moisture and protect the edges inside your bag. These two are the accessories skaters replace most often, so it's worth having spares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd the warmth pieces for cold rinks.\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoor rinks are cold, and outdoor sessions colder. A soft \u003cstrong\u003eskating scarf\u003c\/strong\u003e, a cozy \u003cstrong\u003eskating hat\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a pair of \u003cstrong\u003eleg warmers\u003c\/strong\u003e keep a skater comfortable during warm-ups and between run-throughs — when you're standing still and the chill sets in fastest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish with the details that make practice smoother.\u003c\/strong\u003e A \u003cstrong\u003eskating headband\u003c\/strong\u003e or scrunchie keeps hair out of the way through every spin and jump. A \u003cstrong\u003eskating towel\u003c\/strong\u003e wipes blades dry before the soakers go on. Small things — but they're the difference between a smooth practice and a frustrating one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy handmade matters for the gear you use most\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe accessories a skater reaches for every session take the most abuse — pulled on with cold hands, stuffed in a bag still damp, dragged to the rink and back in every kind of weather. That's exactly why how they're made matters. Mass-produced rink accessories are built to a price; ours are made by hand by a team that takes pride in the work, designed by someone who has actually relied on this gear at competitions. The result is accessories that last more than a season and feel good to use — not the kind you replace because they fell apart, but the kind you replace because you wore them out the right way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe accessories that make great gifts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSkating accessories are a brilliant gift for a skater because they're things a skater genuinely needs and uses up — gloves wear out, soakers get lost, and there's always room for one more cozy scarf. If you're shopping for a young skater or a skating friend and want something thoughtful that won't sit unused, a bundle of accessories is a safe, welcomed choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the full collection below. Building out a complete kit? Pair your accessories with one of our \u003cstrong\u003eskating bags\u003c\/strong\u003e to carry it all, and explore our \u003cstrong\u003eskating jewelry\u003c\/strong\u003e for the finishing touch. Everything's made by the same team, to the same standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIce Skating Accessories FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat accessories do figure skaters need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe everyday essentials are gloves to keep hands warm and protected, blade soakers to dry and guard the edges after each session, and warmth pieces — a scarf, hat, and leg warmers — for cold rinks. Beyond that, a headband or scrunchie keeps hair out of the way during spins, and a small towel dries blades before the soakers go on. These are the things a skater reaches for every practice, which is why they're the first accessories worth owning. You'll find all of them in the collection below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the essential items for a beginner figure skater?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beginner skater's accessory kit is simple: gloves for warmth and fall protection, blade soakers to protect the edges between sessions, and warm layers for cold rinks. You don't need everything at once — start with gloves and soakers, since those get the most use and wear out fastest, then add warmth pieces and hair accessories as you go. Our collection below is built around exactly these essentials, designed by a former competitive skater who knows what a beginner actually reaches for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are skate soakers and do I need them?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkate soakers are soft, absorbent covers that slip over your blades after each session. They pull moisture off the steel and protect the edges while your skates sit in your bag — and yes, every skater needs them. Leaving blades wet or storing them in hard guards long-term can trap water against the steel and cause rust, which dulls your edges. Soft soakers let the blades dry while staying protected. You'll find our skate soakers in the collection below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do figure skaters wear gloves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo reasons: warmth and protection. Rinks are cold, and hands get cold fastest while standing at the boards — gloves keep them warm enough to actually feel the work. They also protect the hands during falls, which every skater takes plenty of, especially while learning. For younger skaters, gloves are close to non-negotiable. Our gliding gloves are designed for exactly this, and you'll find them in the collection below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's a good gift for a figure skater?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccessories make excellent skating gifts because they're things a skater genuinely uses up — gloves wear out, soakers get lost, and there's always room for another cozy scarf. A bundle of essentials is a safe, thoughtful choice that won't sit unused. If you want something a little more personal, pair an accessory with a piece from our skating jewelry collection. Browse the accessories below to put a gift together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I keep warm at a cold ice rink?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLayer smart and cover the parts that lose heat fastest. Gloves keep hands working, a scarf and hat hold in warmth during warm-ups, and leg warmers protect the legs between run-throughs when you're standing still and the chill sets in. Breathable, movement-friendly layers beat bulky ones — you still need to skate in them. All of our warmth accessories are made for the rink and are in the collection below.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2021-10-04T15:34:39-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":true,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Stationary"},{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Keychain"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"bag"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"bottle"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-10-04T16:06:21-07:00","alt":"The Ice Skating Accessories - Brilliance \u0026 Melrose","width":2690,"height":2690,"src":"\/\/brilliance-melrose.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/image_b6677fc8-8913-4f38-821c-5e6e275344ee.jpg?v=1781549473"}},{"id":262945964111,"handle":"figure-skating-keychains","title":"The Skating Keychains","updated_at":"2026-06-15T11:51:12-07:00","body_html":"Isn't your heart melting over those ice skating keychains?","published_at":"2021-10-04T15:33:07-07:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Keychain"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2026-06-15T11:51:11-07:00","alt":"The Skating Keychains - Brilliance \u0026 Melrose","width":792,"height":792,"src":"\/\/brilliance-melrose.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/image_c9809d90-cebf-407f-9c3a-cd5007d6dc12-5517040.jpg?v=1781549472"}},{"id":472774443238,"handle":"summer-arrivals","updated_at":"2026-06-15T11:51:48-07:00","published_at":"2025-06-10T20:20:15-07:00","sort_order":"created-desc","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","title":"Summer Arrivals","body_html":"","image":{"created_at":"2026-06-15T11:51:48-07:00","alt":"Summer Arrivals - Brilliance \u0026 Melrose","width":1858,"height":1238,"src":"\/\/brilliance-melrose.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/Captured_ecran_le2025-06-10a8.07.08PM-1453632.png?v=1781549508"}}]
