Colored gemstones and star-power jewelry: how to match the latest red carpet trends
By Tim Dooley
Last month’s Academy Awards ceremony prompted the usual fashion buzz, with media commentators weighing in on stylish hits and outlandish misses. On the surface, the Oscar gowns get the most press; but it is oftentimes the jewelry that makes or breaks a memorable look. Angelina Jolie stole the show last year with stunning green
; and this year, actresses Viola Davis and Berenice Bejo dazzled in emerald earrings for the ceremony. Whether you are hoping to imitate the looks of one of these starlets or create something totally unique, custom-designed colored gemstone jewelry always makes a distinctive and beautiful statement.
High-drama red carpet trends for 2012 tend towards the big, the bold, and the vintage inspired. Geometric shapes, vintage designs and bold colors are showing up on stars big and small. And while diamonds will always sparkle regardless of the setting, colored gems make for a fresh look and a dramatic style that offers a uniqueness to any piece of jewelry. Colored stones run the gamut, from popular sapphires, emeralds, rubies and tanzanite to lesser known stones like aquamarine, green garnet (tsavorite) and benitoite – the California State gem with a rich multidimensional blue hue and incredible sparkle. With so many options within the world of colored gems, it can be an exciting adventure to select the perfect stone that suits you best – or better yet, to create a personalized gift for someone you love!
Poway’s own expert in fine jewelry
Designing jewelry for yourself or a loved one is a fantastic experience, one that allows for a level of creativity and personal attention you can’t get with a warehouse jewelry store or online retailer. From engagement rings and wedding bands to special gifts and keepsakes, custom pieces stand the test of time – and send a special message to the recipient that will never be forgotten. If you are in the market for a personalized gift, or are looking to re-purpose old gems to create a fresh new piece, a fine jeweler with custom design experience can be an invaluable asset – especially if he possesses the skills, connections and customer-oriented ethic necessary to create the design of your dreams.
As a fine gem specialist and talented jeweler designer with over 30years of master craftsmanship and experience, I am proud of my expertise when it comes to colored gem jewelry; and here at
, I look forward to creating one-of-a-kind pieces for my valued customers. Having created award-winning custom pieces from colored gems in the past, I can guarantee premier quality and creative excellence when it comes to design work of all kinds. At
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