Every season runways and red carpets around the world develop trends. Showcasing jewellery glamour, diamonds to dream of, and captivating colour combinations.
Trends shift, but expressing individuality by accessorizing, never goes out of style. In diamonds or pearls, silver or gold, this Valentines day, the hottest trend is choosing a statement jewellery piece that reflects your loved one. View the 2012 Valentines Day Jewellery Gift Guide for Women & Men.
Top Jewellery Trends for 2012:
1. Geometric Shapes: Angular pieces like square rings and bangles will work well against simple clothing and jewellery pieces. Architecturally inspired jewellery is versatile for men and women and is an affordable way to maximize any wardrobe. For men, geometric rings, like the Mens Couture Faceted Band by Say Yes ($135), can be worn on the finger or added to a leather cord for a fashionable, urban spin.
2. Colour Blocking: The Pantone Colour of the year for 2012 is Tangerine Tango, driving jewellery trends into a range of offerings such as citrine and fire opal. Colour Blocking can be achieved by coordinating other bright colours with tangerine tango in the form of blue shades of turquoise, navy, blue, aqua, dark blue, green and purple. This Say Yes Blue Sapphire Eternity Band in 14K White Gold ($790) is a brilliant way to add sparkle to your colour block.
This colourful trend marks birthstone jewellery as the ideal sentimental and trendy gift this year.
3. Yellow Gold and Stones: The rich gold color was a familiar sight on spring runways. Decadently embellished items are adding drama and generating a main statement that will be the showstoppers everyone is hunting this year. This three gold tone rolling ring by Say Yes ($595) combines Yellow, Rose, and White 14K Gold in one bold statement piece that suited for daily accessorizing.
4. Pearls: Pearls are a staple, having adorned many icons like Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe. Pearls never go out of style and are versatile in any wardrobe in the form of earrings, rings, bracelets and necklaces. They are an instant touch of classic for day or night. Pearls can also be worn with edgy metals and other ornaments to have that feel of “warrior princess” but still exuding glamour.
Pearls have been increasingly popular with men, adorning cufflinks and making pearls a staple for the classic man. These Say Yes cufflinks ($99.99) feature mother of pearl and are an affordable way to make a classic statement.
5. Bold Bracelets: The embellished cuff design has remained a significant jewellery statement. Metal cuffs in multiple styles are bold when worn together, but can individually be pieced out for a versatile look.
6. Rings Taking Over Hands: This eye catching style embellishes the individual cocktail ring by clustering multiple rings with various materials such as diamonds, pearls and gemstones for the most glamorous effect that stretches your budget.
7. Earrings for all: A hit on the red carpet this year and a must have in any wardrobe are button-style and stud earrings. Available from the modest silver ball earrings, Say Yes Sterling Silver Ball Earrings 3mm- 10 mm (starting at $28) to a luxurious diamond encrusted showstopper like the Say Yes Diamond Pave Ball Earrings in 18K White Gold ($2,180), this trend is accessible at all price points and will accessorize any outfit for day and night wear.
Hoops and Chandelier earrings have remained a staple from 2011 and will continue to be seen as a must have item in 2012. Hoop earrings are a versatile palette for classic or embellished designs. Hoops vary in size, making the earrings suited for every taste. For an elegant evening look, chandelier earrings will glimmer and dazzle with diamonds or extreme rhinestone palettes like scorching pinks, reds, greens and yellows to produce a striking contrast that will give any vogue search a touch of glamour.
Valentines Day is a wonderful opportunity to give your love a memorable piece of timeless and fashionable jewellery for your loved one. Don’t forget the most personalized part of the gift is the engraving of initials, your song lyrics, or a sentimental phrase.
Alan Delides is a diamond specialist, designer and owner of Say Yes Diamonds. Alan brings his passion for design and understanding of client needs to realize your vision and budget. Say Yes jewellery is created locally, ethically and with integrity, using only the finest materials with uncompromising passion for design and craftsmanship. View the Say Yes Guarantee.
Alan Delides holds an Accredited Diamond Specialist-‘Graduate Diamonds’ certification from the Gemological Institute of America and has been working with diamonds with 400+ of Canada’s and international jewellery brands.
For inquiries or to book your free consultation at a Say Yes studio, contact Alan Delides G. D. at 416-566-9133 or alan@sayyesdiamonds.com, or connect with Say Yes Diamonds on Facebook.
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