Cameo Role January 28

Colour & Trends, Jewelry

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Despite the fleeting appearance that their name might suggest, cameos have been around for centuries, and the trend is still going strong. The popularity of classic Greco-roman-style glass or stone cameo pendants continues, but this look gets an update when delicate chains are replaced with heavier, layered oxidized link necklaces and the colours shift to broody darks. A healthy dose of cheek also helps keep this eons-old jewelry tradition looking fresh. For example, some designers create cameos with plastic and crystals, or hand-paint porcelain to depict lovable puppies rather than human profiles. READ MORE +

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Winged Creatures January 27

Colour & Trends, Jewelry

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Jewelry takes flight as designers are inspired by wings and the creatures that possess them. Tweet birdies like owls (the species most preferred by shoppers) and lovebirds make an appearance on everything from pendants to cameo rings, for a thoroughly adorable (and salable) look. Other winged jewelry options include Art Nouveau peacocks, bluebirds, even angels, as well as gothic black-enamel and oxidized-silver bats and birds. Rhinestones and crystals are a popular embellishment for avian accessories, but for those who seek luxury there are many fine-jewelry options featuring diamonds and colored gemstones. READ MORE +

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Key to Style January 26

Colour & Trends, Jewelry

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Key jewelry, a great combination of fashion and function, has long been popular. Tiffany & Co. has consistently provided glamorous versions of this classic, but budget-conscious shoppers shouldn’t fear⎯key jewelry is available in a variety of styles and price points. Necklaces are a perennial favourite⎯from long, multi-charm versions to delicate ones⎯but keys now ornament everything from rings to wrap bracelets. The skeleton key still provides plenty of inspiration, but jewelry crafted to look like cut house keys, complete with tarnish to suggest use, is modern and realistic. And there are plenty of options for those who crave keys that look more fanciful than practical,  from simple gold-tone keys with semiprecious stones to precious-metal filigree versions with diamonds. READ MORE +

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Wordplay January 25

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With social media like Twitter and Facebook, you can make your thoughts and feelings known to the world as often as you like. And you can do the same with jewelry: designers are decorating accessories with a variety words and phrases expressing every sentiment, from sweet to saucy to surly. “Love” is a romantic option, especially with Valentine’s Day approaching, and it adorns everything from diamond-studded pendant necklaces to  funky gypsy-style earrings and chain-and-rhinestone chokers. If you want something sassy, look for bold necklaces with modern fonts that spell words like “rock” and “divine.” Seekers of truth and wisdom  can get  inspirational messages on leather wrap mantra bracelets. And for those who want something other than a wedding ring to make the statement “I’m taken,” they can try a choker that reads, “Mrs.” READ MORE +

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Heart-to-Heart January 24

Colour & Trends, Jewelry, Sunglasses

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With Valentine’s Day just a month away, heart jewelry and accessories are everywhere, but that doesn’t mean the classic shape can’t be enjoyed the other 364 days of the year. And there are looks to suit every taste. Unabashed romantics will be happy with traditional heart-shaped diamond jewelry, but those who crave something more modern will appreciate looping, script-like earrings and pendants, or else a tough-chic oxidized metal heart with black diamonds. Some jewelers put hearts in places only the wearer can appreciate⎯like on the inside or underside of ring bands⎯ for a super-subtle look. You can even accessorize with broken hearts (hey, life isn’t always fairly-tale perfect). But hearts aren’t just for jewelry⎯think printed espadrilles and jellies. And for the ultimate heartbreaker: Lolita-style heart sunglasses. READ MORE +

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