February 2009

Jewelry That Completes an Outfit AND Makes a Statement

If you’re tired of the usual jewelry that you wear everyday, it’s time to make a statement by trying something new. From that new necklace that you bought on a whim to your grandmother’s ring – try them all! (Though not necessarily at the same time.) You might find that simply wearing these pieces changes how you feel about yourself and how others perceive you. According to Vera Wang, “Jewelry allows women to express themselves in a way that clothing sometimes simply cannot.” Try wearing a flashy brooch – but don’t think they have to worn one way. It’s quite stylish to wear the brooch just below your right (or left) collar bone. And don’t just stick with one. If you have a couple brooches, try arranging them in a cluster for a bigger impact. Or wear it near your waist to close a cardigan, to glam up a dress, or even in your hair tucked into an up-do! You’ll find that something as simple as an accessory can not only light up your appearance, it can brighten your whole outlook. Tim Gunn, a mentor on Project Runway, states, “Fashion is having a jewelry moment – statement pieces are back in a big way.” So go for it!