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12 Meaningful Ways to Wear Your Birthstone

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  Jewelry is the perfect complement to your outfit, but a little personalization can elevate it even further. Here are some meaningful ways to incorporate birthstones. January: Garnet Garnet pairs best with silver-colored metals such as platinum and sterling silver. If you want a more vintage look, pair it with gold. Wearing it with green outfits  will make it pop. February: Amethyst The shade of amethyst  can vary depending on its saturation. However, it complements both warm and cool colors so you can pair it with rose gold, yellow gold, silver, and white gold.   March: Aquamarine Aquamarine is a strong gemstone. Pair it with cool metals like sterling silver, platinum, and palladium. These metals amplify the shine of this stone. April: Diamond Diamonds are a girl’s best friend. They are also the birthstone of those born in April. Although yellow gold is universal  and can work with diamonds, it will put a tint on your stone. That’s why jewelers recommend pairi...

Jewelry Etiquette for a Business Professional

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  Many people are under the false impression that there’s no room for individuality if you work in a strict environment. However, it’s not necessary to look strict like Ms. Trunchbull from Matilda . You can still express yourself with jewelry. Learn more about jewelry etiquette for business professionals and get away with your unique look without looking like a Christmas tree. Try Custom Jewelry A professional environment is usually diverse. You have people of all cultures and backgrounds working together. Precious jewelry has a way of grabbing attention, even if it’s expensive. When you work with multiple people, you don’t want to show off and end up inadvertently humiliating them. Jewelry should declare its grace, and it shouldn’t shout its price.   Match Your Income This might seem contradictory to our previous point but hear us out. Jewelry shouldn’t signal your financial possibilities but comply with them. You can wear multiple pieces that look graceful and valuable yet w...

Back to Basics: Using Chains to Elevate an Outfit

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  Have you ever wanted to jazz up your look but don’t want to make an effort to do it? Up the ante on your get-up by trying chain jewelry. Here’s how you can use it to style your fit. Layer a Chain on a Simple Outfit A chain will quickly elevate a simple or monochrome outfit . Try a gold or silver chunky chain. They work with nearly every colored outfit. You can use it to accessorize a simple outfit and make it fit any occasion. A plain white t-shirt with a single chain can have a modern aesthetic and make you look effortlessly chic. In winter, add a trench coat and polish off your ensemble. Upgrade an Already Modern Outfit Chunky chains add a modern spin on an outfit. Modern fits get even better with some. If you’re wearing a suit that has been in trend ,  add a thick chain and create a timeless aesthetic. Whether you’re out on lunch with the girls or going on a date, chains are a great way to dress up or down. Mix and match to create your unique look. Chunky Chain for a Comp...

How to Tell High-Quality from Low-Quality Jewelry

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  Jewelry is an integral part of culture and history. But not all pieces are the same. When buying jewelry, don’t just opt for the cheapest one. Invest in the right piece that will last you years. Here’s how you can tell the difference. The Metal The first thing that differentiates high-end jewelry from low-quality jewelry is the metal used in it. Fashion jewelry usually uses base metal alloys. Low-quality mostly uses copper, while precious jewelry is made from platinum, gold, and sterling silver. Jewelry enthusiasts have a middle category they call ‘semi-fine,’ which is gold-filled or made of gold vermeil .   The Stones Lower quality jewelry has stimulated stones made of plastic or cubic zirconia. Some real gemstones are affordable, and they’ll be used in semi-fine jewelry. Fine jewelry uses precious metals like real diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and emeralds. This significantly elevates the price point of the jewelry as well. The Longevity Professional jewelers spend hours on...

4 Ways to Make a Statement with Your Outfit

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  People have always used fashion as a way of expression or reflection of their inner feelings. While it may seem shallow that people want to appear well put together, fashion is not just about looking good. It is about feeling better about yourself. And if standing out with your outfit can do that for a person, what’s wrong with that? Be it a party, a wedding, a date, or just a casual stroll outside, here are some ways you can make a statement with your outfit.   Choose Bold Colors   In a sea of blacks and whites, a bold color can for sure makes you stand out in the crowd. Don’t be scared to wear a color that you think is too bold. The key is carrying yourself with confidence. Just wear a color that suits your skin tone and adds to it instead of dulling it down. Wear Something Unconventional While normally we would hesitate to break some common fashion rules such as a mixing pattern  or wearing denim on denim, breaking the rules is now in fashion. Wearing denim...

Top 4 Ways to Add a Pop of Color to Your Outfit

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  Monochromatic outfits  have been back in fashion for a while and they don’t seem t be going away anytime soon. Even though it is considered stylish to have a fully monochromatic outfit, sometimes you want a pop of color to break the monotony. But how exactly can you add some color without overwhelming the look? That is exactly what this article is about! Try Some Heals You want to start with a monochromatic or neutral outfit. All black, all white, and tan are all good colors to work with. You want to add a color that compliments and brightens the outfit. So anything intense in color will work. You could wear bright orange heels with a black outfit or you could add some lime green, bright pink, or red heals to a white outfit. If you are in a mood to have a little more fun then perhaps wear some patterned heels or heels with some textures like fur or lace or ribbon. While your outfit must look well put together, remember to add some fun with it. What about a Fun Belt? Instead ...

Summer 2021 Big Hit: Beaded Jewelry

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  2020 was a rollercoaster ride for all of us. We laughed, we cried, we got bored and severely anxious – but perhaps most surprisingly, we got nostalgic . In times of crisis, where we remain isolated inside four walls with not much to do, we start reminiscing about the old days when we had it better. This nostalgia brought back a fashion trend that 90s kids remember all too well: beaded jewelry . What Is Beaded Jewelry? If you’re too young to remember when beaded   jewelry  first exploded into the mainstream and became an era-defining fashion trend, let us tell you all about it. Beaded jewelry is made by stringing together small beads  using thread, wire, or other thin cords. There are hundreds of varieties  in beads, with some of the most popular types being glass beads, shell beads, plastic beads, metal beads, brass   beads , and gemstones . The beads can differ in size as well, depending on the type of material  being used. Why Is It Back In Fashion...