11
Sep

Nothing can complement an outfit like well chosen fashion jewelry. Any woman will tell you that the perfect dress is nothing without the perfect earrings or perfect necklace to enhance the neckline, color, material, etc. Fashion jewelry comes in a variety of styles and is appropriate for a host of different occasions.

Fashion jewelry by nature is versatile; it is made from a variety of materials – everything from crystal to silver – and lends itself as well to casual wear as it does to eveningwear. The affordability of fashion jewelry also allows people to purchase a number of different styles to complement different types of outfits.

The style of fashion jewelry depends quite a bit on where you find it. High-end department stores carry a range of fashion jewelry – everything from the most expensive to the most affordable. Fashion jewelry found in department stores come in all styles and colors and are made by a variety of designers.

Believe it or not, jewelry stores often carry a full line of fashion jewelry. While the merchandise may be a bit more expensive, it is often of higher, more sophisticated quality.

Antique stores are another resource for finding unusual fashion jewelry. Antique Fashion Jewelry can be unique and completely transform an outfit. Even better, you can easily own a piece of fashion jewelry representative of all the generations.

But if you’re looking for antique fashion jewelry you may want to consider approaching your mother, grandmother, or older aunt. Many times they will have a piece of fashion jewelry that will perfectly complement your outfit and you’ll have the added satisfaction of knowing you are wearing a family heirloom.

There are also online resources where you can find fashion jewelry at affordable prices along with the convenience of having it shipped straight to your door.

Fashion jewelry can revolutionize your wardrobe and even give new life to an older outfit. But above all, it should reflect your unique style and personality – and give you great pleasure wearing it each and every time.

Michelle Bery
http://www.articlesbase.com/women’s-issues-articles/fashion-jewelry-the-perfect-accessory-140898.html

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08
Mar

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08
Mar

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05
Mar

Most women desire jewellery but often do not buy it for themselves as it is a luxury item. Giving the right jewellery as a gift can allow you to demonstrate how well you know the lady you are giving it to. It symbolises strength and longevity so it is a good gift to give to an important lady in your life, whether that is your girlfriend, wife, sister, mother or a friend. Choosing the right item can be a daunting prospect; this guide is here to try to help you to choose the perfect gift whatever their style.

Research

The first thing to consider is what she already wears. Most women will have a few items of jewellery that they love. Use these as a guide when you buy your gift.

The things to look out for are:

·The colour and type of metal she prefers. Silver, gold and white gold are the most common.

·What type of jewellery she wears. Does she have her ears pierced? If so note if her earrings are studs or drops. How about bracelets or necklaces? Try and think about the size and shapes of the items and the length of the chain of her necklaces.

·The colours that she wears. Look at both her jewellery and the colours of her clothes. If you wish to buy jewellery with coloured stones it is normally best to try to coordinate it with what she already wears. Red; start with garnet or ruby. Blue; try topaz or sapphire. Green; peridot or emerald. Yellow; citrine. Purple; amethyst. If you are unsure about colours then perhaps stick to jewellery that does not have a stone or go with diamonds or clear cubic zirconia which go with just about everything.

If you are still unsure try talking to friends and family. They are likely to be able to advise you about her preferences.

My top tips for buying the perfect gift

·Play fairly safe! If you are not 100% sure about what to choose, you should probably buy something that fits in with the research you’ve done.

·You could go for something that matches another item in her collection. For example if she has an amber pendant, try to find earrings to match.

·Alternatively find out her birthstone. If you need to know her birthstone you can find various birthstone jewellery here. Choosing birthstone jewellery is a lovely way to personalise a present.

·With jewellery choose quality over quantity every time.

·If possible buy real not imitation stones.

·Precious metals such as silver or gold are better than cheaper alternatives like copper. Not least because base metals such as copper could turn her green!

Good Luck! If you have any concerns please phone or email us. We will be happy to talk you through your options.

 

Amy works as part of the customer service team at Find Jewellery helping customers in both the shop and online store find the perfect gift. You can find Amy, and the rest of the Find Jewellery team at http://www.findjewellery.co.uk


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30
Jul

When you sit down and envision a pearl necklace, what pops up in your head? Chances are, it is a perfectly matched strand of round, vibrant pearls- and if so, they are the famous Akoya saltwater pearl! Ever since Mikimoto revolutionized the glamorous world of jewelry by commercializing the first cultured Akoya pearls, this beautiful gem has gained attention and won the hearts of people around the world.

 

The cultured pearl was born out of Japan during the 1900’s as the result of many years of researching through various methods by three Japanese men: Nishikawa Mikimoto, Tatsuhei Mise and Tokishi Nishikawa. Experimenting independently on various nucleation methods with the Pinctada martensii oyster (the indigenous saltwater oyster that produces Akoya pearls) the researchers each found the surgical nucleation techniques that will force the oyster to create a pearl- this is the same technique used to this very day by nucleation technicians worldwide, known as the Nise-Mishekawa method. However, it was Mikimoto who used his business savvy to market the new pearls worldwide, and sparked a love affair that is still going strong with jewelry lovers everywhere.

 

For years the Japanese maintained a monopoly on the Akoya pearl trade, guarding their cultivation and processing techniques jealously. These people have been revered for being the big players in pearls; the Japanese pearls are known to be the top pearls to be found. Harvest periods (the amount of time that the oyster was allowed to secrete nacre over the nucleus) were approximately 3-5 years per pearl, ensuring thick, lustrous nacre layers that gave the pearls their renowned glow and shine. It also made them much more durable and able to resist wear on the nacre brought about by exposure to cosmetics, sweat, acids and perfumes.

 

However, as with any monopoly, the hey-day would not last forever. In order to satisfy a growing demand for their wonderful pearls- which had quickly staked their place as a staple of every woman’s wardrobe throughout the 1940’s and 50’s- the Japanese began cutting their growth times in order to accommodate the burgeoning market’s requirements, and quality began to suffer. Also, pollution and disease wreaked havoc and played a large part in the decline of Japanese pearl quality. With an eye toward the future, the Japanese have begun to culture larger pearls measuring over 8.0mm almost exclusively, focusing their efforts on maintaining their position as a leader, and the best source for gem-quality cultured pearls today.

 

China began culturing Akoya pearls as well starting in the 1960’s, although quality was acknowledged to be quite inferior to that of their Japanese neighbors. However, the Chinese pearl farmers learned what it took to become successful in an industry that was considered to be unshakeable. Concentrating their efforts on perfecting the smaller pearl sizes of 4.0mm to 8.0mm- as they have not yet mastered culturing the larger sizes that Japan is renowned for.  Using much cheaper labor and materials than that of Japan, and adopting a wiser, more long-term approach in terms of pearl quality and reputation, China has proved that it is a force to be reckoned with in the pearling world.

 

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