Jewelry: Watch out for Watches this Season!

Before it was common for women to wear big earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and rings, women were wearing watches. However, watches were more of a necessity and a gadget of functionality more than anything else. Watches are now a huge part of women’s, and especially men’s, jewelry. They come in so many unique styles with interesting bands and faces. There are watch jewelry sets that feature interchangeable faces and bands for multiple looks! Furthermore, the watch has evolved from more than just a feature of the wrist. Watches have been put in the form of charms that can me put on bracelets or necklaces. Watch rings were even popular for some time. The point is that wearing a watch is not just about keeping time anymore. Watches are a full out accessory.

In my opinion watches on men and women are very classy. They can add a look of polish and sophistication to an already put together look. A watch can indicate a person who is intellectual and punctual. A watch can also be something entirely different. In the block buster hit formatted from book to screen, Twilight, Kristen Stewart wore a watch featuring a turquoise disk that concealed the face of the watch. In this situation the watch appeared as simply a bracelet on her character, Bella’s, wrist. The watch appeared to be a bracelet, but at anytime Bella could have checked her watch as not to be late for her vampire lover, Edward.

Whether you decide to wear your watch in the traditional way, on your wrist or around your neck, don’t be afraid to bring back watches to your jewelry collection! There is something for everyone these days when it comes to wearing a timepiece. Into charm bracelets? Add a watch charm to your charm bracelet! Do you like cz jewelry? Then you could throw a cubic zirconia jewelry watch into your jewelry collection too! Find what you like and don’t be afraid to show it off!

Jewelry: Sometimes Less is Still More

With all the bling and over the top jewelry landing on the necks, wrists, and ears of many of Hollywood’s hottest stars, it would seem as though simplistic jewelry pieces are a thing of the past. Surprisingly, this is not so. Simplistic jewelry and a more simplistic fashion style in general is still alive and very prominent in current fashion trends when you stop to look at certain celebrities’ jewelry choices. Take Deschanel who starred in the recent hit, 500 days of Summer, opposite Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Deschanel who has also recently become engaged to the Ben Gibbard, lead singer of the band “Death Cab for Cutie” has become a fashion icon in the indie world. Her vintage style with a modern twist is the envy of every indie hipster girl. Her jewelry choices, like her fashion sense tends to also be on the simpler side, with of course some exceptions. Simple earrings and necklaces can give an air of sophistication and poise to any woman when we may not all look like the lovely Zooey Deschanel.

When done right, bold statement necklaces can draw positive attention, but if done wrong, the effect of the jewelry can be quite negative. You don’t want your jewelry to say, “Look at me! Look at me! I’m out of place and way too big!” Unfortunately, for some women it is harder to wear bold jewelry the correct way. Simple jewelry at its worst can be a bit understated and lackluster, but it is very rare for simple jewelry to draw much negative attention. This is due to the fact that simple jewelry is unlikely to be noticed so strongly due to its nature. This does not mean that simple jewelry does not have the ability to pack the punch. Simple jewelry often features pretty pendants that can add a lot to an outfit. Simple jewelry sets can be perfect for formal events and small simple earrings can have a brilliant effect as shimmering studs. Eva Longoria knows how to wear simple studs elegantly. It is true that celebrities wear diamonds and other pricy jewels, but you don’t have to spend as much as the stars to look as fantastic. There are many cubic zirconia jewelry alternatives that will be just as pretty and sparkly. The saying goes that “A diamond is a girl’s best friend”, but in today’s economy, Cz jewelry is a girl’s best friend! So, don’t be afraid to add simple jewelry to your jewelry collection. Simple pieces really can be the most elegant and impressive jewelry you will ever buy.

Socially Responsible: Fashionably Fabulous

If you have seen the film “Blood Diamond,” you will know that diamonds have a history of causing both social and environmental damages. While the diamond industry has remained secretive, many consumers are now aware of the social and environmental impacts diamonds can have due to films and the internet. The diamond market is a monopoly as it is controlled by one major company with very few competitors. This company controls the availability of diamonds to the public and therefore the price. The company has the ability to make diamonds appear rare and special. Commercials and society only perpetuate and regurgitate this idea. Diamond jewelry sets sell for way over their actual worth. Here is a Cubic Zirconia Jewelry set that looks extremely similar to a diamond jewelry set that would be very expensive and possibly very detrimental in several ways.

Cubic Zirconia jewelry is just as beautiful, but does not hold the same connotations as diamonds in society because they do not have the reputation of being rare or special. However, savvy consumers know that jewelry is more than showing off. CZ jewelry is affordable and socially responsible as it does not have any of the same impacts that diamonds can have socially and environmentally. Jewelry should represent something more than just status and wealth. Jewelry is often bought to mark or celebrate a special event like a graduation, marriage, a wedding anniversary, or Christmas. Giving jewelry should be more of a symbol of love and affection than a status symbol. Fortunately more and more consumers are looking for companies that allow them to reflect their interests and social responsibility. More consumers are looking towards homemade jewelry, recycled jewelry, and fair trade jewelry. These options have many beautiful styles that will have you feeling great not only about how you look, but also about your socially responsible choices.

Jewelry Sets: Your Formal Event Back-up

In these days, even the worst accessory shopper can look amazing in hot, trendy jewelry. There are some shoppers who have a real hard time mixing and matching accessories and dealing with outfit choices. If you are afraid to mix and match your own outfits and jewelry, try purchasing jewelry sets! They are the best option for finding jewelry that is not too expensive, but is also not cheap looking. The great thing about jewelry sets is that you can wear each part separately if you so choose. However, if you are in a rush or are too lazy to mix and match, you can always throw on your jewelry set and look as polished as anyone else, maybe even more so. Penelope Cruz looks absolutely stunning below in very simple jewelry. The simplicity of these pieces is what makes them so beautiful. This is just one style of jewelry sets.

Jewelry sets come in all sizes, shapes, colors, and styles these days. High end jewelry sets are studded with diamonds and other pricy jewels, but there are many cubic zirconia jewelry sets that look just as glamorous as the jewelry pieces with the real jewels. CZ jewelry is becoming more and more popular these days due to the state of the economy and wide availability of CZ jewelry. There are beautiful colored gemstones available for jewelry sets, but you can also vouch for sterling silver jewelry sets, as well as pearl jewelry sets. Many celebrities opt to wear jewelry sets to red carpet events. Here Cameron Diaz is seen wearing a vibrant turquoise jewelry set proving that jewelry sets are not strictly limited to sparkly gems. They come in a variety of styles. If you are ever in a bind for a formal event and don’t know how to accessorize, consider jewelry sets as your option!