There are many reasons why to opt for costume jewellery rather than jewellery made from genuine stones and precious metals. Below are just a few reasons why it is a good idea to opt for costume jewellery:
When buying costume jewellery abroad from exotic places you are almost guaranteed to have an item that will look pretty unique when you return home. Buying pieces from countries such as Thailand or Morocco guarantees that you will collect a lovely holiday memento as well as a fairly unique piece to add to your collection.
If you are after an item that is part of a key trend at the moment, investing in a costume jewellery version may be worthwhile as it will be cheaper. The trend may not be around for a long time so opting for an inexpensive but on trend piece is wise.
If you are buying a classic item ie a watch or a pair of diamond studs then it is understandable that you may wish to invest in a genuine item rather than costume jewellery. However, it can be hard to tell apart real diamond earrings from costume jewellery diamond earrings at times. Certain items can look genuine even though they cost a fraction of the price.
One other positive to costume jewellery is that it is possible to make items yourself. Using beads from old costume jewellery items to create new items is an easy and free way to create a new piece in no time. By updating your collection in this way you will be guaranteed to have a one off and unique item.
Fashion jewellery is also cheaper than authentic jewellery which means it is possible to have more of it. By having a wide range of colours and styles you can update your wardrobe.