How To Choose Your Jewelry
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! You need to 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? The occasion or
event you'll be wearing your jewelry to is also important - make
certain it is fitting. A sexy oversized choker might be perfect
for a night on the town but may not be fitting for the
boardroom. Although you may have a favorite designer. There's
really no need to stick with just one designer. 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 pizzaz! 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 to 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. We always recommend 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 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 what looks good. Also determine where
you will be wearing these rings. For example if your working
around fine fabrics you'll not want any rins 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 on line as you don't get a chance to try. 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 its a color that
compliments your skin tone. It may match your outfit fabulously
but if it doesn't match or compliment 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 dainy 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. To large and it will look sloppy and may even
slide off. Too small can constrict your wrist movement. When
purchasing earrings - the shapes and styles are endless - from
dangles to chandeliers to hoops to studs to buttons. From enamel
to beads to gems to metal to wood. Size of the earrings is very
important to the statement your 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!