Jewelry Trends in Fashion 2006



Posted: Saturday, April 08, 2006

by
NERSEL & IRENE

In the last few seasons gold jewelry has made a return after minimal days of nothing but diamond ear studs. Less is not more anymore! The trend in 2006 is ethnic inspired vibrant gold jewelry, extensive long chandelier earrings, beautiful exotic stones and colors. Silver and platinum are taking the back burner gold is the star of the show in 2006! Long dangling earrings, artisan necklaces and bracelets are all in vogue this year. This year celebrities will be wearing a lot of boho, artisan and handmade gold jewerly. Chic must haves of the year are 18K and 24K gold jewelry, materials like silk and velvet ribbons, tiger’s eye, tourmaline and turquoise.

Last year it was all about diamonds. In 2006 we see a shift in emphasis from gems to metal. What best can reflect the beautiful color of gold than pure 24K gold. According to an article published in Harper’s Bazaar women this year prefer clothes and jewelry that show their individuality. When women shop for jewelry now the norm is not diamond studds or pearl earrings but jewelry that stands out. Women want jewelry that reflects their unique personalities. Plus simple diamonds and pearls do not match with this year’s fashion. Antique and colorful ethnic jewelry is one way women express themselves this year. Lots of colors, combinations of 24K gold, silver and semiprecious stones are in this year. Women in 2006 want to make statements with their colorful, large and shiny jewelry. Vintage and antique jewelry trend is very strong this year according to Harper’s Bazaar. The article emphasizes that women don’t just want the rock, they want the design and they want to create their own designs. Here are suggestions from the magazine for this year:

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