Jewelry Journal

Jewelry will play a pivotal role in fashion during the fall and winter 2008/2009 seasons!

♦ It is shaping up to be an interesting fall and winter for jewelry styles . . . everything from BOLD and PLAYFUL to SLEEK and MODERN.

♦ Jewelry styles are also going to be BIGGER and MORE EXTREME than we’ve seen in past years. Think big baubles! This is the time to throw caution to the wind and try those big, bold styles you’ve never had the nerve to try before.

♦ PEARLS have definitely not lost their luster. We’ll continue to see them standing along (always classic), as well as interspersed with a multitude of stones, particularly BLACK ONYX/AGATE and SMOKY QUARTZ which are hot stones for cooler weather.

♦ CHUNKY CHAINS are being incorporated into designs for an updated, elaborate twist. STERLING SILVER will be an important feature of accessories this season as we move into cooler weather.

♦ ASYMMETRICAL designs that incorporate MULTI-FACETED STONES are emerging for a sleek and contemporary look.

♦ ASIAN influences will be present this year with everything from intricately carved, semi-precious stone pendants combined with leather cord or paired with a diversity of stones.

♦ PENDANTS and NECKLACES will be LARGE, BOLD, and ECLECTIC with a variety of unique design elements . . . everything from LONG to CHOKER LENGTHS.

♦ BRACELETS, particularly CUFF bracelets will continue to be in style along with CHAIN bracelets.

♦ EARRING styles will be BOLD with BIG LOOPS and CIRCLES. 

Always remember . . . when choosing jewelry, CHOOSE WHAT YOU LOVE!  Finding jewelry that not only flatters you, but that you feel good wearing is the perfect complement to any outfit.

Don’t be afraid to be a trend-SETTER!