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Jewelry Trends: Bring on Nature vs Geek

Josie — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 08:30:50 +0000

This season, many designers took a lot of elements from nature but they also tried to incorporate something new. Adding multiple layers, combining nature with technology and fine with simplistic, the jewelry trends for 2011 are nothing less of exciting. This season is not a turn back to minimalism when it comes to jewelry. If you cannot invest too much on fabric, then spend more on jewelry. It just makes sense since accessories tend to be very much in vogue for longer periods of time than clothing, go for the gold in the trends for the season and enjoy!

Nature

Sea Urchins, flowers, plumes and serpents slither around the fingers, necks and ears of models in the haute couture collections. Alexander McQueen’s Brass Sea Urchin cuff appeals to the creatures of the sea and the arms of lucky women. Plumes of peacock swoon over the necks of women for Chanel fine jewelry. They may not be as colorful, but being diamond encrusted, it is not bad a plume to attract the most discriminating eyes. At Dior Fine Jewelry, bold colors and bold designs create an overload of beauty. A rose ring in diamonds, red and green gems over yellow gold looks flourishing on the finger of a Hollywood celebrity. A snake slithers across the hoop earrings for a more Bollywood effect. The snake concept was reiterated on a desirable serpent ring in deep rose, brilliant green, on a turquoise stone. Elephants and whales look luxurious as brooches in Boucheron. A serpentine necklace from Lanvin in blue and gold are the most opulent of all in the natural series.

Opulence

Lanvin never keeps jewelry out of sight. This season, piles and layers of necklaces as well as chunky bangles look very desirable. There is so much opulence going on that you cannot help it but join the bandwagon. Amazing designs from Lanvin come from a large chain metal necklace with a massive and intricate pendant of turquoise and purple stones on a silvery bronze base. The most desirable are those enamel necklaces that are shaped like two tigers at both ends layered with a string of smaller chain necklaces.

More and more

Enameled bangles from Hermes in rich colors and amazing bracelets in chunky materials at Louis Vuitton can be stacked up to create an amazing dramatic effect. This season is all about either piling it up or keeping it bare. Layers upon layers of necklaces are very much in vogue up to now. It will make a simple outfit look desirable and opulent.

Unexpected materials

From gold, silver, Lucite, plexiglass to organic materials, the jewelry for this season is just teeming with amazing combinations.

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Jewelry Inspired by Nature

Josie — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 07:21:44 +0000

From the rounded shapes of coral to the sinuous style of grass, the pure designs of nature have made it an inspiration for many articles of clothing and accessories. The flowing elements of the environment especially seem to make pieces of jewelry that fit the body beautifully.

Poketo’s Filament necklace is truly a unique piece of jewelry. Each individual necklace consists of six branch-like pieces developed organically in a method that imitates the limbs of algae and plants. As every stainless steel piece is made individually, one Filament necklace will never be the exact same as another.

The beautiful colors of the hardwoods found in tropical rainforests come alive in pieces made by the Eco-Artistic Products designers. These artists embrace the natural colors and grains of tropical woods in creating unique wooden beaded necklaces. None of the trees are chopped down and the wood is not color-treated.

With a little polishing and an artistic eye, the exquisiteness of nature can truly be showcased in an inimitable piece of jewelry. From graceful plants found in the ocean, to the curves of a desert cactus, motivation behind nature-inspired jewelry can be found anywhere.

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Trend Alert: Cufflinks for Women

Josie — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 09:03:00 +0000

Cufflinks have always been admired by men who love the polished and unique look they give to a shirt. However, women around the world have recently started dressing up their favorite shirts and cuffed dresses with the glamorous look of cufflinks.

For a refined and elegant look, we love the look of black Tahitian pearl cufflinks with a women’s crisp white shirt. Featuring these luxurious pearls and an antiqued sterling silver setting, these are considered heirloom cufflinks that will certainly be passed down for generations. For an equally sophisticated look, we loved these deep, rich cufflinks worn with a black silk shirt.

If you’re a woman looking for a glitzy, enchanting take on cufflinks, why not go for something made with diamonds. Our pick from Cufflinks.com features diamond pave set in a five-point, 18K white gold star. Each of these cufflinks includes 40 sparkling diamonds for a truly magnificent accent to the cuff of any color shirt or dress.

Cufflinks on women are a great way to put a feminine twist on a traditionally masculine piece of jewelry. This is a simple way to dress-up an outfit, while showing you’re very fashion-forward.

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The Hidden Benefits of Banglz

Josie — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 04:00:37 +0000

Fashion Spy spotted what we thought were chic bracelets made with fabulous prints, only to find out there is quite a bit going on with this “jewelry.” Like a workout from heaven, these gorgeous bracelets are actually weights that not only look great, but tone your arms while you go about your daily life.

Produced by busy women for women on the go, Banglz are easy-to-wear weighted bracelets covered in interchangeable sleeves. Just fasten them on to work with your outfit, and head out to enjoy your day. Banglz offers just the right amount of weight resistance to turn your daily activities into a workout.

Wear Banglz wrist bands as you go about your everyday life to benefit your arms or wear them to the gym to easily enhance your low-impact workout. These comfy weighted bracelets can help you burn calories throughout your day with a small, constant resistance.

From zebra print to black or retro dot patterns, Banglz come in a series of fabulous prints. Just buy one set of weights and add to them by purchasing different Banglz covers to match your favorite clothes.

Stylish and simple, these are a great accessory that not only benefits your look, but your body as well.

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New Styles of Pearl Jewelry

Jacqui Pini — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 03:20:07 +0000

While everyone loves a traditional strand of white or black pearls, colorful pearl jewelry is set to be very big in 2010. From freshwater to South Sea or Tahitian pearls, there are colorful pearls for every style and price point.

Freshwater pearls are the lowest price point of the many different types of pearls. While they can be produced in every shape imaginable and treated to represent a rainbow of colors, the round ones that develop their color naturally are the most popular. The glowing shades of pink, peach and lavender pearls exhibit warm tones and high luster.

“Strands of pink pearls, lavender pearls and multicolor pearls are very well-liked by jewelry connoisseurs who love a traditional pearl necklace, but also want to add a splash of subtle color to their look,” Piper Smith, a jewelry expert with prestigious pearl retailer MuseumWayPearls.com, tells Fashion Spy. “Those colorful freshwater pearls are gaining in popularity with all of our age groups and we expect them to be in extremely high demand over the next 12 months.”

Tahitian pearl jewelry is commonly thought of as just being black or grey, but it also can be found in shades of warm cream, vibrant silver, green, bright peacock and charcoal. These pearls are often accentuated with dazzling undertones of many other colors. Along with the beautiful baroque, round, drop and oval shapes they come in, it is the brilliant colors and undertones of Tahitian pearls that make them so unique.

“While round colorful Tahitian pearl pieces are coveted by many, the artistic nature of the baroque Tahitian pearl can also be a major draw for pearl lovers,” Smith said.

Golden South Sea pearls are often paired with yellow gold and exhibit a satiny luster that is a result of the tepid waters in which they grow. The larger sizes of South Sea pearls often times puts them into the category of ‘power pearl jewelry,’ which are elegant, statement pieces worn by influential women. The warm glow to the golden South Sea pearl looks beautiful on many different skin tones, making it a very popular pearl right now with politicians and celebrities.

In the case of the round freshwater pearls, colorful pearl jewelry can traditional and understated or it can be a bit bolder and luxurious as seen with the Tahitian and South Sea pearls. No matter what your preference or price point, colorful pearls are forecast to be the next significant look in jewelry.

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