Building A Jewelry Wardrobe A Womans Guide To Seven Jewelry Must haves
Like a custom paint job on a sleek Harley, accessories personalize your style and tell the world that you care enough to go the extra mile for appearances sake. And we all know that appearance counts. Within the first three seconds of taking you in, people make judgments about you that you usually cannot reverse. So why not make a good first impression with a look that is polished, put together, and says that you pay attention to style and detail? Still with me? Good. Here are seven jewelry staples no well-dressed woman should be without. Choose any one of them to accessorize in a snap, and to ensure that snap judgments made about you reflect who you really are. Be warned that quality diamond studs can be pricey. Blue Nile.com has a beautiful pair of carat tw diamond studs with screw backs for $600; Tiffany & Co. sells a beautiful pair of .22 total carat weight diamonds set it platinum for $875. Cant afford these beauties? My sparkly CZ look-alikes get the job done, and cost under $40. And I dont have to worry about losingor insuring them. When wearing pearls, keep in mind that the gems are typically associated with a demure, ladylike reputation, so theyre perfect for a job interview, wedding or other formal setting. Of course, classic pearls are perfect for daytime and casual events as well, and give the wearer a timeless, feminine look that is very polished. Dangle earrings I love dangles for their drama, and because their typical hook backs make them easy to get on and off. But many dangles arent for everyday; theyll look out of place with shorts and a tank, for example. If youre going a bit more formal, though, you have many options with this earring style. Keep in mind that if you want your dangle earrings to become a jewelry staple, look for a classic, elegant design in a neutral color, such as an all metal style or one that ends in a cultured pearl, for example. For your staple piece, dont choose anything trendy or cute; steer clear of hearts, stars, zodiac signs and skulls. (If you want to go trendy thats fine, just buy something inexpensive.) As for what to choose, I prefer a dangle that hangs an inch or two below the earlobe to really make a statement. White gold and yellow gold bars, chains or chandeliers are timeless favorites. Of course, hairstyle and wardrobe will play a role here too. If your hair is very long you can get away with more dramaticand longerstyles. Remember, though, if you wear a dramatic earring its best to skip the necklace and let the earrings speak for themselves. Diamond solitaire pendant Theres not enough room here to write about the five Cs of diamond quality, but, if youre interested, there are a ton of sites out there where you can read about how to choose a diamond. As for the pendant, a single bezel set diamond on a white gold chain looks amazing, crisp and classic. Choose an 18-inch length with a secure clasp (I prefer lobster claw here) and make sure the chain is sturdy, yet thin and unobtrusive. Its the diamond that you want to showcase here, not the chain. As with studs, you can get a gorgeous solitaire pendant made with a CZ, or, for a twist, try a pearl. So you think pearl strands are too Barbara Bush? A Tin Cup necklace, where the pearls are evenly spaced on a chain, is a gorgeous alternative.When you have your seven basic jewelry staples, its time to play. There are so many other classics you can add to your jewelry box if youre so inclined. A diamond tennis bracelet, a beautiful Tahitian pearl bracelet, an oversize pearl cocktail ring, or a signature piece in your birthstone all look terrific. Depending on your style personality and budget, you can choose plenty of other extras to keep up with fashion trends, but keep these on the inexpensive side as they likely wont stand the test of time. For a statement-making piece, choose an oversize cocktail ring in a bold color. Or, if you like todays layered look, pick several chain necklaces in your favorite metal in varying lengths, and layer them with pearl strands or oversized turquoise, wood or mother-of-pearl beaded necklaces. Wide wood, mother-of-pearl or metal cuffs always look terrific, and stackable bangles, especially personalized charm bracelets, are always fun. (Do spend more on charm bracelets, as youll probably hang on to these.)
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