Jewelry
What is Bakelite jewelry?
Bakelite jewelry is made from lightweight, fire-resistant plastic. It is a blend of phenol and formaldehyde and some collectors say they can smell Bakelite when it is immersed in hot water. This plastic jewelry was hot in the 1920’s to the 1940’s but was replaced with jewelry made from cheaper plastics. Designs on this jewelry…
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How to wear an ear cuff?
An ear cuff is an earring or earrings that embrace the side of the ear. They curve around the outside of the ear. Style clip-on ear cuffs with a diamond or pearl stud and wear an ear cuff on one ear and a single earring on one ear. Great statement jewelry for parties and holiday…
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What type of earrings look best with bare shoulder tops?
Bare shoulder tops are really big and here to stay! This is a fashion that has caught on with fashion divas. With summer here we will be seeing them everywhere. This effortlessly, stylish look has been translated into dresses, blouses, jumpsuits, and swimwear. Bare shoulder or off-the-shoulder styles are becoming more popular for wedding gowns also. As far…
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What is the April Birthstone?
The April Birthstone is a Diamond that symbolizes romance and love. They can be big or small and are one of the most sought-after and loved gemstones. The most popular use is for engagement and wedding rings. Every woman knows that diamonds are a girl’s best friend. You can never have too many!! If you were…
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Can you wear a diamond necklace & bracelet with a taupe color gown?
Can you wear a diamond necklace & bracelet with a taupe color gown? It’s for a wedding in April. How lucky you are to have both a diamond necklace and diamond bracelet. Diamond jewelry should look awesome with a taupe color dress for a wedding. If your diamond necklace is a “statement” piece one statement…
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What is On-Trend Jewelry for 2021?
What is on-trend jewelry for 2021? The amulet lock and key is a stand-out jewelry trend this year. Jewelry designers have designed earrings in the shape of padlocks, attached them to necklaces, pendants, bracelets, belts, and bags. The lock is a jewelry classic and has been a symbol since 1901 when Louis Vuitton attached locks…
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Is coin jewelry in style?
Coin jewelry is classic and always in style. It has been around since ancient Greece when it was an adornment rather than for its value. More jewelers are using coins in their pieces today and the appeal for coin jewelry is growing.
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Can I wear a heart necklace with different tops?
Are brooches in style?
Brooches are in style and make a fashion statement. They can be wearable art adding a modern look to your outfit. Brooches come in all sizes from tiny to big, bold, funky, bejeweled, and embellished. The modern woman wears brooches on all styles of dresses, jackets, and on collars to draw attention to her face…
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How can I dress up a basic black dress with a choker neckline?
Dresses with choker necklines, especially basic black dresses, can be dressed up with many different types of accessories. Jewelry is a great way to dress up a black dress. A statement necklace and simple earrings or just statement earrings can be enough sometimes.
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