To look great in a necklace — whether it’s a chain, pendant or string of pearls — look to your face, neck and body type to get the right “fit.” If you were to go through your jewelry collection right now, would you find a necklace — or five — that you rarely, if ever, wear? Let’s think about why. Now, it could be that you just don’t like the piece anymore. It could have been part of a fun fad and you got bored with it. And, of course, it could have been “that unfortunate gift” from someone well...

Choose from a variety of green gemstones to show your unique style. If green is your thing — or the perfect hue to polish your wardrobe — you have plenty of reasons to embrace it. Green gemstones range from the classic emerald to green-leaning turquoise to green garnets. When opting for green gemstone jewelry, your options are vast, with each stone exuding its own special attribute. No matter what stone you choose to go green, you’ll be sure to showcase your own unique style. Emerald Emerald is the premier precious green gemstone, evoking images of a bright, classic green hue....

How you can make the classic fashion ring work for your individual style. Great fashion classics eventually come back around to be enjoyed again, which is certainly the case of the big, bold ring. A statement piece initially popular in the 1920s and then again in the ’40s and ’50s, the big fashion ring — also known as a cocktail ring — is hot again. This type of ring is no shrinking violet. It’s meant to be seen and flaunted and admired. Best tip if you wear one: get or give yourself a manicure first! Your hands and nails will...

Spice up your favorite classic jewelry styles, with variations or touches that still work with any look. They’re called classics for a reason. They are the jewelry styles so timeless they’re the go-to gift for life milestones and the must-haves for every woman’s jewelry box. They’re the necklaces chosen by female politicians who want to demonstrate their broad appeal, the earrings that can transition from day to evening without batting an eye or the bracelet that adds just a touch of no-nonsense feminine class to the black suit in the boardroom. Yet once most women acquire the classics, where do...

If you can’t find exactly what you want, here’s how to go about getting a custom jewelry design. Do you turn left when your friends go right? Are trends trivial to you? Do you march to a different beat? If so, you’ll appreciate jewelry that’s not available to everyone. You’re a candidate for custom jewelry design. The same is true if you’ve searched jewelry stores and websites and still not found a gift for that truly special someone — something that represents your unique relationship. It’s also entirely possible you are the special someone — and can’t find the right piece that...

Get more mileage from your bracelet collection by mixing and matching them. If you want to partake in this wearable trend, but not sure you can “pull it off,”- keep these tips in mind and let the fun begin. Bracelet stacking 101 Jewelry stacking of all kinds has gained a strong following, such as wearing lots of rings together and layering a variety of necklaces. Given how you can swap jewelry pieces in and out to suit your mood and outfit, this is one trend we don’t see getting old any time soon. So, why should your wrists and arms miss out on...

Engagement ring options beyond the diamond solitaire First of all, what are we talking about when we say “traditional engagement ring?” When most Americans hear the words “engagement ring,” they usually think “diamond” and most likely, envision a solitaire setting. But what if you or your special someone is in the minority camp of engagement ring shoppers? You want something a little different. But what? There certainly are a lot of options  to choose from, which can be liberating – but also a little overwhelming. So, here’s a general overview of some options to get you started. Continue reading at: http://www.jewelrywise.com/engagement-wedding/article/non-traditional-engagement-rings

Just because they’re all in the wedding party doesn’t mean they’re the same. Feel free to mix and match bridesmaids’ jewelry. One of the biggest (and best) departures from wedding traditions in the past few years has been the move toward different styles of bridesmaid’s dresses within the same wedding party. The bride picks a color (and sometimes a material), and her attendants can each choose a dress that suits them —their style, their comfort and their body type. Think about doing that when picking bridesmaid’s jewelry. Why does everyone have to get the same design or piece of jewelry?...