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Choosing your jewelry is no different than choosing your
wardrobe. Most important is to stick within your comfort zone and your personal
fashion style. That said, it never hurts to step out of the box once in awhile.
What's most important is that your jewelry matches up with your outfit. Your
jewelry is the finishing touch on your total look. Make your fashion statement
count!
Steps
Determine what you want your jewelry to do. Do you want it front and center
stage? Do you want it to compliment? Do you want it subtle?
Make certain your jewelry is appropriate for the occasion or event you'll be
wearing it to. A sexy oversized choker might be perfect for a night on the town
but may not be fitting for the boardroom.
Determine how long you want it to last and how often you plan to wear it.
Know how much money you want to spend.
If you can, try on the jewelry or hold it up next to you to determine whether
it suits you.
Tips
Although you may have a favorite designer, there's really no need to stick with
just one. In fact, there's no need for the pieces to actually be designer.
There are plenty of wonderful pieces on the market that are unsigned but
certainly make a fashion statement. Mix and match your jewelry to give it
character and a little pizazz!
Costume Jewelry, both signed and unsigned, is an affordable way to complete
your look. Costume Jewelry can be bought for a low price and has plenty of
life. Heck, we see costume jewelry back to the 1920s still in excellent
condition. What's great with costume jewelry is you can use it, get tired of
it, put it away or give it away and have still gotten good value for your
money.
Designer pieces tend to cost a little more, last a little longer, and they
usually follow more traditional lines so you can wear them for more than one or
two seasons.
Sterling Silver is affordable and very versatile. If you don't want to spend
the money for sterling, then purchase some silver plate pieces. Silver is a
must have for any wardrobe! You can go from dainty and delicate to large and
noticeable. It can be dressed up or down and is acceptable for any event or
occasion.
Have some gold plate or gold tone pieces in your wardrobe basics also. 10-14k
gold may be a bit too pricey for many but gold plated jewelry is quite
affordable and will give you good value for the cost. Gold, like silver, can be
dressed up or dressed down and is perfect for a very classy look.
When purchasing rings, you can have great fun - again the choices are endless
from large and overwhelming to dainty and feminine. The length and size of your
fingers plays an important role in what will look good. For example, long
skinny fingers don't look good with huge oversized rings, yet on a woman that
has long thicker fingers they look exquisite. Long nails? Short nails? it all
makes a difference. Play and see what you like, and what looks good. Also,
determine where you will be wearing these rings. For example, if you're working
around fine fabrics, you'll not want any rings that have sharp edges that could
snag. Your rings are also part of your total statement.
When purchasing necklaces, be certain you know your neck size so that you get a
good fit. This is very important when purchasing online as you don't get a
chance to try it on. If your neck is average in size then a 16" necklace will
look great, however if you have a somewhat larger than average neck then a 16"
necklace could be too tight. Measure the length of some of your favourite
necklaces you already own. This will give you a good indication of what length
you prefer. Opera necklaces which are over 30" are terrific. They can be double
wrapped, knotted, or whatever else your imagination comes up with. When
choosing colored necklaces, make sure to pick a color that complements your
skin tone. It may match your outfit fabulously but if it doesn't match or
complement your skin tone your look could be lost.
When purchasing bracelets, you'll need to decide where you're going to wear
them, and how noticeable you want them to be. The availability of size and
shape is endless - you can go from large bangle bracelets to dainty gem
bracelets. If it is a slip-on bracelet, be sure that it will fit over your
hand. Make certain to measure your wrist as the fit of a bracelet is very
important. Too large and it will look sloppy and may even slide off. Too small
and it can constrict your wrist movement.
When purchasing earrings, realize that the shapes and styles are endless - from
dangles to chandeliers to hoops to studs to buttons. There are materials from
enamel to beads to gems to metal to wood. The size of the earrings is very
important to the statement you're making. The larger the earring, the more
noticeable and the more incorporated they become into your total look. Large
earrings aren't for everyone - depending on your face size and shape they may
actually detract rather than attract. Experiment and find what looks best on
you.
Your jewelry choices are endless - no matter what your tastes, your likes, your
dislikes. You'll be able to complete your look just the way you want it with
little effort. So be sure to make your fashion statement!
Choosing Jewelry
Jewelry has been used for thousands of years to enhance the
appearance. From the earliest civilizations, stones wood and metal were worn to
add to the way people looked.
Today's jewelry comes in many styles shapes and colors and no matter what you
are choosing a joy for you want to make sure that you buy cases that complement
your features. Just like clothing, the style of jewelry you wear can enhance
the way you look, so why not make sure to buy the most flattering style for
you?
Necklaces
Believe it or not, the style necklace you choose can emphasize or de emphasize
your height. If you are tall and don't want to draw attention to that or petite
and maybe one look taller pay attention to the necklaces that you wear. If you
want to look taller, then you want to choose longer necklaces that are either Y
shaped necklaces or have a V-shaped. Necklaces that are longer than your bust
line but end before your waist will tend to elongate your torso. If you want to
draw attention away from your height and choose a choker or U-shaped short
necklace of 16 or 18 inches which will tend to make you look a little bit
shorter.
Also, take me volume of the piece into consideration. If you are big boned or
larger than chunkier necklaces might be more in proportion. However, a petite
person may not look so good in large size jewelry.
Earrings
When picking out hearings you want to consider this shape of your face. Certain
styles of earrings will complement certain face shapes while other styles may
detract. Face shapes can be square, heart-shaped, round, oval or rectangular.
If you have an oval shaped face your lucky because you can wear pretty much any
style and look good. If you have a round face you want to stay way from large
hoops or button style earrings and wear more square shapes which will help to
de emphasize the roundness of your face.
Long rectangle faces should avoid wearing longer dangling earrings and stick
with small studs. Square faces need to be softened out so round hoops are good
for these types. Heart-shaped faces but best and chandelier or triangular
shaped earrings with a larger bottom to balance out the narrower chin.
Bracelets and Rings
Do you talk with your hands? Then you want to consider this when choosing
bracelets and rings as your hands are probably usually near your face. In
choosing a bracelet line you want to take the same guidelines that you did for
choosing a necklace into consideration.
If you are average sized in a wide bracelet might look quite good on you. If
you are petite, however, a more delicate bracelet might suit. If you are full
figured then layering several bracelets might be best for you.
Rings look best when the setting is not too large so that it goes over your
knuckle. If you have short stubby fingers, then you probably want to choose
smaller delicate rings. Rings with an oval setting look best on short fingers
but those with long fingers can wear wide bands and round settings.
Selecting joy can be fun, and while it's good to select a style that flatters
you don't want to turn into drudgery. So you should always be picking jewelry
that you love and that you love to wear. Make sure it's comfortable and it
feels good on and is sure to be the perfect style for you!
How to choose silver jewelry
There was a time diamonds were in. Apparently, they weren't forever
because gold became a trend in jewelry. Then silver. Then diamond, gold and
silver all had something different to offer to the consumer so it wasn't really
a matter of what's in anymore. Diamond, gold and silver were always hot on the
market.
When not combined with other substance, silver is very soft. That is why silver
is often combined with other metals, making the combination stronger. An alloy
is one of the most popular silver mixtures resulting to sterling silver.
The US Federal Trade Commission rules that silver sold within the United States
cannot be referred to as silver, solid silver, sterling silver or sterling.
When making silver jewelry, the pure silver content must equate to 92.5 percent
at most. That is why silver jewelry often has the number 925 or 92.5 written on
it. If they don't meet the required mix, then that 'jewelry' is fake.
Copper is most often used to complete the mixture. It is the 7.5 percent part
consists of alloy in sterling silver. It provides the hard quality of the
silver. However, because of copper, silver tends to get a tarnish color as time
progressed. By reacting to other chemicals, when not taken cared of, silver can
also lose its original sparkling color.
In order to avoid your jewelry from tarnishing, store them in cloth, bags or
containers that prevent them from doing so. Then put them in a dry and cool
place. You can also purchase detergents or abrasive cleaners in silver jewelry
stores.
Toothpaste and baking soda can also be used. Squeeze toothpaste or sprinkle
baking soda in a container. When it has already diluted, dip the silver in the
container and let it remain there for some time. However, silver experts claim
that toothpaste can leave scratches on the silver because it is too abrasive.
By occasionally using sterling silver, the item gets worn out and develops this
shiny portion along with the darkened areas. This is the patina. If this does
not bother you, don't do anything to it. But if you want your silver to be
shiny again, use an abrasive cleaner or polisher.
Buying silver jewelry is more affordable than purchasing gold or diamond.
Besides, silver jewelry already offers top-notch quality and design for the
modern fashions. Silver looks good on anyone.
With so much people interested in silver, silver jewelry suppliers make sure
that they have a variety of the precious metal. Rings, earrings, watches,
necklaces and pendants all vary from one store to the other. It is a two-way
street because they meet up the customer's expectations and they also get
maximum profitability on the whole business.
Silver also contains other stones such as Amethyst, Garnet, Peridot, Sapphire
and Aquamarine. Zirconia is also made available. All these precious stones are
mixed to the guaranteed 92.5 sterling purity.
Silver jewelry is as fashionable as gold and as timeless as diamond. It is
always trendy and can even outlive the latest fashion trend. Silver has become
a classic because of it attainability. However, it does not lose its class.
Sterling silver jewelry does not go out of style.
It is durable and can withstand the test of time. However, the owner must
always clean her silver jewelry from time to time. It is just like maintaining
your house or any appliance you own.
It is valuable. In fact, silver jewelry has also been used as an heirloom. Some
rings passed from one generation to the next are made of sterling silver. It is
because this is a precious metal.
It is fashionable and flexible. You can be wearing chic or gothic. Either way,
silver accessories can still brighten up your look.
You can get those that have precious stones if you want your jewelry to be
passed on to future generation. You can also get those cleaners or abrasive
cloth the store is selling in order for you to clean your purchase and avoid it
from tarnishing.
When buying silver jewelry, invest on it. Do not just buy one because it is
nice. You can if the price is cheap. But if it is an expensive piece, think of
it over and over again. Just like any jewelry, sterling silver can still be an
investment.
Choosing wedding jewelry
Nothing can be as memorable as your wedding. As the bride steps on to
the carpet, the world stops for a minute to admire this thing of beauty that
has made its entrance. From the gown, to the accessories, to the jewelry, to
the bride herself, everything should glow with an aura of ethereal beauty.
However, this magical moment, starts way back months before the wedding itself.
The planning of the gown, the choosing of the stylist, the choice of jewelry,
everything is an integral part of the one moment every bride looks forward to.
Choosing the right jewelry helps make this memorable night more memorable.
Jewelry is an integral part of wedding fashion. They could be family heirlooms
worn to the altar, which could symbolize the continuation of a heritage and the
symbolical companionship of the bride and grooms families.
Here are some tips to help you make the right choice of wedding jewelry and the
right choice for their care and maintenance.
Choosing the Jewels
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Heirlooms. In some cases, the jewelry the bride should wear is limited to the
family heirlooms. It is common for the bride's or the groom's family to request
that a particular jewelry piece be worn.
If this is the case, then there should be no problem choosing the jewels. All
that remains is for the gown, and the other accessories, to match the jewels
themselves. This might be more troublesome than not, but it is well worth the
tradition.
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Creating a new tradition. If you do not have any heirlooms to serve as your
bridal centerpiece it would pay to remember that your choice of jewelry could
become a tradition for your descendants. This probably puts a little more
pressure on you to make the right decision regarding your jewelry.
But there are some pointers to help you choose the right jewelry, and they all
depend on your style and the wedding gown you decide to wear.
First of all, take a good look at your facial shape. If your jaw line is wide,
it would be best to choose jewelry that will not exaggerate this feature. Go
for long-looking jewelry. Drooping earrings and long necklaces do well for
this.
If you are wearing your hair long, you might want to consider wearing short
earrings so that they do not clash with your style. Long earrings clash against
long hair, so you might want to consider the alternative. If you are wearing
your hair up, you could wear drooping earrings to emphasize your neck and your
face.
Keep your jewelry elegant and simple. It should emphasize the purity of the
bridal style. Try to avoid fancy jewelry with too much adornment as they could
distract the people instead of lead them to admire the bride.
Remember that the highlight of the bridal march is the bride herself. The
jewelry should serve to draw attention to the bride. It should complement her
style and beauty and should not overshadow her instead.
Silver and gold are common choices for such occasions. However, rare gems do
make a good choice instead. The principle here is that the jewels should not
clash with the dress. That is the reason why colorful stones do not usually
make the cut: most bridal dresses are either white or off white.
Pearl is a great choice as it blends seamlessly with the bridal dress. A
mixture of pear, gold, and silver, and probably a little dash of some other
stones can turn a beautiful bride into a stunning bride.
Caring for Your Jewels
Caring for wedding jewels is pretty straightforward. All you have to do is keep
your jewels from scratching each other. Avoid using harsh chemicals on them.
And keep them properly stored when not in use.
In ending, choosing bridal jewelry is a pretty hard decision. However, it is a
decision that should be given much thought since it could have far reaching
ramifications. You should choose not only for style but for sentimental value -
as the jewels you choose could be passed down from generation to generation.
Your jewels, then, are not only luxury pieces, but a heritage that will only
grow in significance as the years go by.
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