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Precious metals and beautiful gemstones have been used to make jewellery for thousands of years, and gold, silver, platinum, diamonds and pearls are not likely to fall out of fashion in the foreseeable future. But jewellery styles, and jewellery making techniques, do change over time to reflect the tastes and lifestyles of different eras.
The more extreme jewellery designs currently on the market might be fun, but how long will it be before they are replaced by the next latest fad? There's nothing wrong with being a trendsetter, but it might be wise to try out cheap, costume jewellery versions of the quirkier jewellery fashions before you invest your money in the real thing.
If you want to buy good quality new jewellery that won't look old-fashioned in a few years time, you should be aware of current jewellery trends but only follow those that will have a lasting appeal. Here are some of the most interesting trends that are now emerging:
Versatile jewellery
In today's uncertain economic climate good value for money is important in all purchases. An example of this trend in jewellery is the growing popularity of versatile pieces that can be worn in several different ways. For example, gold and silver chains that can be worn as necklaces or bracelets, co-ordinating bangles and rings that look good worn singly or in sets, and adjustable necklaces that can be shortened or lengthened to suit different dress styles. Instead of buying jewellery that will only be worn on special occasions or with a particular outfit, look for pieces that you can enjoy wearing more often but in a variety of interesting ways.
Unique jewellery
Quality is becoming more desirable than quantity, and discerning jewellery buyers are moving away from the well-known but mass produced brands in favour of beautifully made one-off pieces from individual jewellery designers and makers. Commission a piece of jewellery made to your own design if you want to be sure of owning something unique and very personal.
Yellow gold jewellery
Retailers are reporting an increase in demand for yellow gold jewellery while white and rose gold (obtained by adding other metals including silver and copper to the gold) are not quite as popular as they used to be. Perhaps this is something to do with the current record prices of gold and the fact that more people are seeing high quality gold jewellery as a good investment. Yellow is the natural colour of gold so if you own it why pretend it is something else?
Fashions come and fashions go but top quality design and craftsmanship will always endure. If you want a piece of modern jewellery that will become one of tomorrow's classics ask the advice of an expert your friendly, local professional jeweller.
