Is costume jewelry a good investment?

Costume jewelry, bijoux fantaisies in French, is affordable jewelry that can complete an outfit. It is designed for wearing with current fashions and usually made of inexpensive materials. Today modern costume jewelry incorporates a wide range of materials allowing designers to create jewelry that is unique and beautiful most of which will probably not be a good investment but make very stylish accessories.

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Spring 2023 Jewelry Trends

Spring 2023 jewelry trends are about versatility. Whether you prefer minimalist designs or bold, statement pieces, there’s something for everyone this season. Below are the top Spring jewelry trends to look out for in 2023.  Chunky Chains: Bold, oversized chain necklaces and bracelets are making a comeback in 2023. These statement pieces can be worn…

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How can I accessorize a pewter color dress?

Accessorize a pewter color dress with silver or sparkly jewelry (diamond or quality rhinestone) statement earrings that draw attention upward to your face area if your dress is a simple style. Pewter color sling back color shoes with ultra sheer grey or neutral color hosiery would look awesome with your outfit and then carry a…

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The Perfect Holiday Accessory

The perfect holiday accessory is a bejeweled bag, an investment and work of art. Limited edition high jewelry bags are considered haute couture bags. Bejeweled bags have been around for a long time. Designers at Cartier launched jeweled bags at the beginning of the 20th century. Van Cleef & Arpel started making bejeweled minaudiere/cases around…

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Jewelry Essentials

Like a basic clothing wardrobe you can build a basic collection of jewelry with a few pieces that can be worn for many years and on numerous occasions. The two most important considerations when choosing jewelry are quality and choosing pieces that complement you.

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What is permanent jewelry?

Permanent jewelry is welded, soldered or securely fastened to your body and can only be removed with special tools or scissors. The permanent jewelry trend began with social media sites such as TikTok. Bracelets are currently the most popular permanent pieces but necklaces, anklets or rings can be welded on as well. Advantages of the…

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Choosing Earrings that Flatter You!

A lot can be learned through trial and error when it comes to choosing earrings. The true test is checking the mirror to see how they look on you with the outfit you are wearing.

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What are the November birthstones?

The November birthstones are Citrine and Topaz. Topaz’s most common natural color is a golden brown similar to that of the Citrine. Both November birthstones are thought to bring good fortune and make the wearer calmer. Citrine is found in the Ural Mountains of Russia and in Madagascar. It is one of the most popular…

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What is October’s birthstone?

October’s birthstone and the 14th wedding anniversary stone is the opal. There are two broad classes of opal: precious and common according to the GIA (Gemological Institute of America). Precious opal displays a play-of-color, common opal does not. October’s birthstone, opals, are not graded by the GIA. Opals are dramatic and one of the world’s…

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