Fall and Winter Fashion Jewelry

By Kate Pullen


The cooler days and darker evenings means that the style-conscious lady's thoughts are turning towards fall and winter fashion jewelry. But what are the best items of jewelry to wear during the chilly winter months?
 Surprisingly, jewelry can be seasonal! Although many items of jewelry have year round appeal, some pieces of jewelry are better suited to certain seasons. Short sleeved blouses and t-shirts, for instance, look great with delicate bracelets and bangles that might otherwise get hidden from view under jumpers and sweaters. A heavyweight brooch will look stunning on a woolen jacket, yet would pull a light silk jacket out of shape. Almost without knowing it, many people naturally gravitate to specific types of jewelry to fit the season.

Best Types of Fall and Winter Fashion Jewelry

The cooler months of fall and winter are the time to wrap up warmly! Jumpers, sweaters and cardigans replace summer tops and hats, scarves and gloves can be seasonal essentials. Finding the right fashion jewelry that will look great with a winter wardrobe is very much down to personal style. There are a few guidelines, however, that will help create a winter look that is both stylish and practical.

Big and Bold

The fall and winter are the times to think big and bold when it comes to jewelry. Now is not the time to be wearing tiny delicate earrings or pendants. Very small items of jewelry will get hidden under layers of heavy woolen jumpers and scarves therefore for an item of fall and winter fashion jewelry to really show it needs to be relatively large.

Colorful

A few accent pieces of jewelry in bright and vibrant shades can bring a touch of glamor to a winter wardrobe. Many winter clothes are dark or neutral in color - add a splash of red or turquoise for a really stunning effect. A beautiful ring for instance with a bright gemstone cabochon can add just the right amount of contrasting color to lift an otherwise dull outfit and give some added interest to an overall image. There are many naturally colored gemstones that will look great for winter wear. The mauves and purples of amethyst for instance look great with neutral shades as well as darker colors.

Sparkle

Fall and winter fashion jewelry also needs a bit of a sparkle to make it really stand out! Even fairly small earrings or necklaces can stand out from a winter outfit if there is a sparkling stone or bead to catch the eye. Winter is the perfect time to wear stones with a special sparkle and this needn't be just for the Holiday season. One thing to remember, however, when picking fashion jewelry with crystals or other sparkling stones is that less is more! A couple of accent pieces work best and gives a very effective look.

Unusual Jewelry

Winter is also a great time to think about more unusual fashion jewelry and perhaps consider some different ways to wear jewelry, taking advantage of the season. Hats, for instance, create a wonderful opportunity to show off jewelry in a more unusual way. Small brooches or pins can be used to decorate a hat and can turn even a plain knitted hat into something a little special. Strings of beads can be worn around the wrist as a bracelet or small charms hung from bags. Belts also offer an interesting way to add glamor to an outfit and many stylish people can be seen with jewelry charms attached to a belt buckle.

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Top Fall 2012 Jewelry Trends:

By Jennifer


It’s almost September and you know what that means- Autumn!  Why is this so exciting?  With the changing seasons also comes the change in fashion trends!  While you’re breaking out those sweaters and scarves don’t forget about accessorizing.  Investing in a few of these fun new pieces of jewelry will help update any fall wardrobe.  Below are the top three jewelry fashion trends for this upcoming season!
1.  Creamy Colored Jewelry:
Pearls are perhaps one of the most classic types of jewelry.  This fall, pearls are featured as one of the most popular jewelry trends.  White and creamy colored pearls are a neutral so they pair well with almost any outfit.  Wearing  a pearl strand or pearl earrings this fall will add a touch of elegance to any outfit.
Rose gold jewelry is making a huge comeback!  The warm tone that rose gold exhibits is perfect for the fall season.  Featured in an array of pieces from watches to rings, you can decide how much rose gold is right for you.  Below are a couple of beautiful examples of rose gold jewelry we currently have at Colonial Jewelers:

Shell and coral jewelry is another front runner for the “flesh toned” trend this fall.  Mother of pearl is one of my personal favorite materials used in jewelry because of its beautiful iridescent qualities.  Mother of pearl jewelry can be obtained at any price point, whether it is featured as a necklace, ring, or as the dial of a Rolex.
2. Nature Inspired Jewelry:
Pieces with a feathery or leafy shape to them have gained great popularity throughout the summer of 2012 and are predicted to remain a “must have” well throughout the fall as well.  Necklace pendants and earrings are my two favorite ways to show off this trend.
Animal print jewelry is also a fun and unique look that you will begin to see even more of this fall- and not just leopard print!  Check out these python and giraffe inspired Pandora beads that were just released a few months ago:

If this look is a little too wild for you, sporting a watch with a nice alligator skin embossed leather band is a classic but ever popular look.
Floral accent jewelry is last, but certainly not least, in the nature inspired jewelry category.  Engagement rings with tulip heads, rings with floral filigree and necklace pendants are just a few of the pieces we currently have that follow the floral trend.
3.  Vintage Inspired Jewelry:
Cameos are rising in popularity this fall, and they aren’t just used on brooches anymore.  Necklace pendants, earrings and even bracelets featuring cameos have already started hitting the runway this year.  While cameos featuring face profiles are traditionally most popular, landscape cameos offer a really unique look.
Tying into the floral filigree trend, engraving and milgraining are featured in many new pieces of jewelry this fall.  Ornate details give a look to jewelry, especially rings, that is reminiscent of the early 1900′s.
With plenty of trends to choose from this fall season it should be easy to find a few new pieces that match your personal style.

Source: http://www.colonialjewelers.com/blog/top-fall-2012-jewelry-trends/

How to Select the Perfect Pendant for Someone Special

By Deepak Khurana 


Giving someone a pendant for their birthday, Christmas, as a thank you, or just to show them you care is a lovely gift. Like rings, there are so many to choose from and the decision on what to pick can seem overwhelming. By following a few simple tips, you'll be able to take the stress out of shopping for a pendant for that special someone and pick the best one to suit them.
Consider their style
The first thing to do is consider the style of jewellery the person you are buying for already has. Take note if they wear silver, gold, titanium or lots of colourful gemstone jewellery or pearls.
Everyone has their own unique style and when it comes to jewellery there are many different styles and designs.
Consider their existing jewellery
Once you have got an idea of their own personal style, take note of what jewellery they already have. What you buy for them should compliment their other jewellery items.
A good idea is to even buy them a matching pendant to a favourite pair of earrings or ring they have.
Types of pendants
There are many different types of pendants and depending on their personal style and the jewellery they already have you may want to get them something to match their other jewellery or perhaps something they mentioned they liked they saw.
Gemstone pendants can look classical or more contemporary, depending on what you're after. You may even want to consider buying them a pendant with their birthstone included in the design if you are looking for a gemstone pendant.
Hearts in both silver and gold, encrusted with diamonds or decorated with patterns are always a great classic style of pendant. Pearl pendants similarly do not date and are sure to be worn for years to come.
Will you buy it with a chain too?
Depending on the pendant, you may want to also buy a chain to match it. If however they have a few plain chains you know will match, there is no need to purchase one.

Pendants for friends
There are some great pendants perfect for that special friend. While a traditional heart is always nice, you may want something in the shape of their favourite animal, or includes their favourite colour in the design.
Pendants for partners
Shopping for an engagement ring when there are so many diamond rings to choose from can be stressful. Shopping for the perfect pendant is no different. Keep to the classic styles to make it easier and to choose something timeless. For something special, buy her a pendant that symbols love or two adjoining pendants, one for both of you.

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What Is the Strongest Chain to Wear With Pendants?

By Ana Purna, eHow Contributor

 The perfect pendant is a lovely and versatile piece of jewelry. Worn on a chain, the pendant can hang low around the neck, or high at the collar. Choosing a chain to wear with a favorite pendant is important for several reasons. The styles of your pendant and chain must be complementary in color, size, and style. The chain must be strong enough to support the pendant. Finding the strongest chain to wear with pendants is key to getting the most out of your jewelry collection

 

Choosing Chain Metal

• Strong jewelry chains can be made from a variety of metals. For the strongest, most secure chain for your pendant, choose gold in a color that complements your pendant. White gold will match a silver, platinum, or white gold pendant, and will complement many stone or gemstone pendants beautifully. Choose a gold chain of at least 14 karats, for a combination of strength and long-lasting shine. Silver is typically less expensive, but the metal can tarnish and become discolored.
  

Choosing Chain Link Style

• The links of your chain must be strong, as well as aesthetically pleasing in combination with your pendant. Box link, wheat chain and curb chain are simple types of chain link that are both flexible and strong without bulk that may overpower your pendant. Chains with link styles that are less flexible are also less strong, especially when it comes to items you hope to wear frequently. Your pendant may stress the inflexible links, and despite the sturdy appearance of serpentine, rope or herringbone chains, these are not the strongest options for most pendants. For a more delicate, feminine look that does not sacrifice strength, a figaro chain is an excellent option, but may not work with a heavier, stone pendant.
  

 

Choosing a Clasp

• The clasp or closure of a pendant chain is a frequent point of weakness, and the style must be chosen with great care. The clasp must be well made enough to withstand frequent opening and closing, but is must be easy to work with as well. Most moderately priced chains will have a spring-loaded ring and hoop closure. These can be made quite small and some are difficult to work with. The hoop and ring must be solid and connected to the chain with no visible cracks or openings. A larger, somewhat easier to work with clasp is called the lobster clasp. The box clasp has a tongue that slides into a box and clicks closed, then opens again when the box is squeezed. A higher-end, well-made box clasp with a thin safety chain included is considered the most secure style of clasp, and a smart choice for a particularly valuable pendant. The clasp to look out for is the magnetic variety, which are very easy to close and open but often fall off during use, especially when paired with a charm or pendant.
  

Buying Tips

• To find the strongest chain to wear with a favorite pendant, bring it along to a jeweler. Look carefully for a color match or complement, and compromise where price and style make it necessary. Some pendants will look lovely with a contrasting metal chain, others will not. The length of the chain you buy for a particular pendant will depend on the size of the pendant and personal style. A large, flat pendant may work best resting at the throat on a short chain, or hanging low onto the front of the chest. When choosing a longer chain, watch out for chains that kink easily due to link style or craftsmanship. Undoing kinks in a chain can cause breakage at the links, negating the strength of the metal or clasp style.
  

 Source: http://www.ehow.com/info_12145346_strongest-chain-wear-pendants.html