Choosing Estate Jewelry

Choosing estate jewelry can be a little scary at firstagain the choices are endless from large and
but what you need to remember is buying estateoverwhelming to dainty and feminine. The length and
jewely is no different than choosing your wardrobe.size of your fingers plays an important role in what
The most important thing is to buy jewelry you likewill look good. For example long skinny fingers don't
and that works with your personality and wardrobelook good with huge oversized rings, yet a woman
to make your fashion style. You need to watch forthat has long thicker fingers they look exquisite. Long
quality and reputable sellers. Online is the perfectnails? Short nails? it all makes a difference. Play and
place to buy estate jewelry.see what you like what looks good. Also determine
It also never hurts to try something different andwhere you will be wearing these rings. For example if
buy jewelry that's a little different than what youyour working around fine fabrics you'll not want any
would normally buy. Change is good! What's mostrins that have sharp edges that could snag. Your
important is that your jewelry adds the finishingrings are also part of your total statement.
touches to your outfit. Make your fashion statementWhen purchasing necklaces be certain you know
count and get noticed!your neck size so that you get a good fit. This is
You need to determine what you want your jewelryvery important when purchasing on line as you don't
to do. Do you want it front and center stage? Doget a chance to try. If your neck is average in size
you want it to compliment? Do you want it subtle?then a 16" necklace will look great, however if you
The occasion or event you'll be wearing your jewelryhave a somewhat larger than average neck then a
to is also important - make certain it is fitting. A sexy16" necklace could be too tight. Measure the length
oversized choker might be perfect for a night on theof some of your favourite necklaces you already
town but may not be fitting for the boardroom.own. This will give you a good indication of what
Although you may have a favorite designer. There'slength you prefer. Opera necklaces which are over
really no need to stick with just one designer. In fact30" are terrific. They can be double wrapped,
there's no need for the pieces to actually beknotted, or whatever else your imagination comes up
designer. There are plenty of wonderful pieces onwith. When choosing colored necklaces make sure its
the market that are unsigned but certainly make aa color that compliments your skin tone. It may
fashion statement. Mix and match your jewelry tomatch your outfit fabulously but if it doesn't match
give it character and a little pizzaz!or compliment your skin tone your look could be lost.
Costume Jewelry, both signed and unsigned, is anWhen purchasing bracelets you'll need to decide
affordable way to complete your look. Costumewhere you're going to wear them, and how
Jewelry can be bought for a low price and has plentynoticeable you want them to be. The availability of
of life. Heck we see costume jewelry back to thesize and shape is endless - you can go from large
1920s still in excellent condition. What's great withbangle bracelets to dainy gem bracelets. If it is a slip
costume jewelry is you can use it, get tired of it, puton bracelet be sure that it will fit over your hand.
it away or give it away and have still gotten goodMake certain to measure your wrist as the fit of a
value for your money. Designer pieces tend to cost abracelet is very important. To large and it will look
little more, last a little longer, and they usually followsloppy and may even slide off. Too small can
more traditional lines so you can wear them for moreconstrict your wrist movement.
than one or two seasons.When purchasing earrings - the shapes and styles are
Sterling Silver is affordable and very versatile. If youendless - from dangles to chandeliers to hoops to
don't want to spend the money for sterling, thenstuds to buttons. From enamel to beads to gems to
purchase some silver plate pieces. Silver is a mustmetal to wood. Size of the earrings is very important
have to any wardrobe! You can go from dainty andto the statement your making. The larger the earring
delicate to large and noticeable. It can be dressed upthe more noticeable and the more incorporated they
or down and is acceptable for any event or occasion.become into your total look. Large earrings aren't for
We always recommend have some gold plate or goldeveryone - depending on your face size and shape
tone pieces in your wardrobe basics also. 10-14k goldthey may actually detract rather than attract.
may be a bit too pricey for many but gold platedExperiment and find what looks best on you.
jewelry is quite affordable and will give you goodYour jewelry choices are endless - no matter what
value for the cost. Gold like silver can be dressed upyour tastes, your likes, your dislikes. You'll be able to
or dressed down and is perfect for a very classycomplete your look just the way you want it with
look.little effort. So be sure to make your fashion
When purchasing rings you can have great fun -statement!