Universal rules
Every girl dreams of mastering the art of correctly combining jewelry with her look. It's not that difficult at all - the main thing is to remember a few simple rules.
- Stylish monochrome outfits will definitely not be against bright and large jewelry that will act as an accent.
- If you are creating a complex look that involves a combination of several colors, then the accessories should be kept in a laconic style and repeat one of the leading shades of the outfit.
- Of course, now there is a complete eclecticism of styles in fashion, but still many women prefer to select jewelry that supports the idea of the outfit. For example, restrained minimalist details are ideal for a business look, and a romantic look is perfectly complemented by tassel earrings or a bracelet with fashionable floral motifs.
- When combining several decorations in one outfit, make sure that only one accessory acts as a soloist. You will notice that massive details reveal all their beauty if they are the main accents in the image.
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- To avoid looking too colorful and pretentious, limit your look to three to five colors, including jewelry.
- If the outfit features prints, then it is better to complement such a look with plain details.
- The closer the evening is, the larger and more expensive the accessories are appropriate.
- Until recently, women believed that only evening looks with gorgeous dresses deserved jewelry. But today the rules of the game have changed - even precious details can be included in outfits with your favorite jeans or trousers. The main thing is not to be afraid to experiment!
- A win-win set for any occasion can include laconic rings, chains, stud earrings and bracelets. Such details must be in harmony in style to create successful combinations.
- In order not to make a mistake with the compatibility of several accents, you can use this photo cheat sheet as a guide.
You should not combine a large necklace and a brooch in one look.
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How to wear jewelry correctly in everyday life?
If you love jewelry, be kind enough to love the rules of etiquette. Otherwise, your half-hand diamond, which you are so proud of, may not make the best impression on others.
How to properly “decorate” yourself without looking vulgar and tasteless, teacher-consultant on etiquette and business protocol Tatyana Nikolaeva told.
1. A woman has three areas for jewelry - face, neck and hands. However, in a business environment, only two of them can be used. In addition, two decorations cannot be placed in one zone at once! For example, at the same time put on a chain, beads and pin a brooch on the lapel.
As for the earrings. They should not be gypsy style, i.e. below the cheekbone line. Even if such things are in fashion. Of course, the style of jewelry is determined by the area of activity and the situation. If we go to negotiations and represent a financial or legal company, this means a strict style of clothing - a suit. It is most appropriate to choose bead earrings. The closer your field of activity is to the beauty and fashion industry, the more you can afford. But at the same time, do not forget that you came to do business. Also, in a business situation, you should refrain from wearing bracelets, even very laconic ones. They ring and distract.
As for your private life, of course, you are free to decorate yourself from head to toe. This is your right, but it has nothing to do with etiquette and taste. When I personally see something like this, I immediately understand that this is a hysterical personality type. Such people love to be the center of attention, no matter how they achieve what they want.
2. Precious stones of the first order are worn only in the evening, after five in the evening. Since in our country the working day usually lasts until six, you can be guided by this time. What stones are we talking about: diamonds, rubies, emeralds, sapphires (over a carat).
You can’t wear such jewelry to work, no matter how much you might want to. This rule has a rational explanation. Stones like this sparkle - it's a distraction. In addition, all people have different incomes. Demonstrating your capabilities can humiliate others. A well-mannered person will not allow himself such liberties.
3. There is an opinion that diamonds are the stones of mature women. You can wear them after 40 years. Where did it come from? The fact is that young girls, as a rule, are not able to earn money for such things themselves. But on the other hand, diamonds can be gifts from parents or fans, so of course you can wear such jewelry.
One more point: by and large, in youth this kind of jewelry is not really needed. They are more suitable for mature ladies. It’s not for nothing that they say: the older the woman, the more expensive the outfit.
In addition, the very word “decoration” indicates that we decorate ourselves. Such a desire is tantamount to the desire to please others. It is important to maintain a balance here. There is no need to decorate yourself excessively. This immediately suggests that you want to divert the attention of others from something else (shortcomings of your own character, poverty of soul, etc.). A woman is still not a Christmas tree.
4. In a business environment, a woman can decorate only two fingers - the middle and ring fingers (on either hand). The maximum number of decorations is two. Let me note that an engagement ring is not considered jewelry, i.e. you can wear it and afford two more rings.
As for the wedding ring, when married, a decent person is obliged to wear it so as not to mislead others. Except for those moments when it contradicts safety regulations at work.
5. Watches are not considered jewelry. But only if they are truly functional, and not strewn with diamonds, rhinestones and other elements.
If the watch is on a leather strap, in a business environment it should match the color scheme with the rest of the leather accessories (shoes, belt, bag).
6. All jewelry in a business situation should have the same metal color. It’s also good if they have the same texture. Matte means matte. Shiny means shiny.
7. Pendants with zodiac signs and names - incredibly vulgar. I would not recommend wearing them not only at work, but also in everyday life.
8. Decent people wear symbols of faith so that they are not visible (under clothes). True faith needs no demonstration. This is an intimate matter for everyone. There used to be a very good saying about this, but it is no longer in use. When they wanted to characterize a person negatively, they said about him: “Yes, he has a cross on top of his shirt.” This meant that he was unprincipled, he did not care about the opinions of others, and it was better not to deal with him.
9. For men, decorating themselves is not entirely logical. After all, the main adornments of the strong half of humanity are intelligence, sense of humor, and erudition. By putting on rings and chains, a man becomes feminine. Only people of artistic professions have the right to do this. Let me emphasize: not “creative” ones, we are all creative people, no one wants to be banal, but artistic ones. I mean directors, artists, singers, musicians.
Surprisingly, a man can wear rings on more fingers than a woman: middle, ring, little fingers. Even when it comes to the business environment. Naturally, you can decorate only one of the fingers (on one hand) - this is quite enough.
Why pinky? Because on other fingers, rings get in the way when shaking hands. The little finger was originally traditionally intended for signets, rings that a man might wear in a business environment. But in our country, this manner, unfortunately, was once copied by criminals.
When we talk about men's jewelry such as tie clips and cufflinks, it is quite appropriate if they are made of precious metals. But do not forget about the same color and texture of the products, and also that first-order precious stones are inappropriate to wear during the daytime.
10. Massive jewelry is more suitable for private situations. A double finger ring will look stupid in a business environment. At the same time, you should always remember that a woman should select jewelry in accordance with her musculoskeletal structure. Massive jewelry is more suitable for overweight women. For skinny people - graceful, small.
In any case, I would not recommend decorating all three zones with massive decorations. Coco Chanel has a good saying about this: “If you want to look stylish and keep your jewelry in moderation, take off the last thing you put on.”
Necklaces
To wear jewelry around your neck correctly, you should first focus on the neckline of your clothing. Thus, necklaces and beads will harmonize with the round shape, and the V-shaped neckline will perfectly complement elongated pendants or details in the current geometric style. If the outfit features a cowl collar or an unusual neckline, then it is better to avoid jewelry on the neck.
If you can’t, but really want to, you can complement the sweater with a long chain or pendant. The main thing is not to choose beads. But you can decorate your winter ensemble with a massive brooch or a beautiful ring.
Girls who like to wear large necklaces can be advised to complement such jewelry with laconic stud earrings.
Basic set of jewelry
Every self-respecting woman has a basic wardrobe in her closet. But besides this, there should also be a basic set of jewelry - that is, something that can be combined with almost any outfit and will be appropriate in any situation. This set consists of:
- chain made of silver metal. You can attach pendants, pendants to it or wear it on its own;
- stud earrings (3 pcs.) – one black, and 2 pairs – to match the eye color;
- “pearl” long beads . They are wrapped several times around the neck and tied in a loop;
- beads made from ornamental stone and matched to the color of the eyes;
- drop earrings . They are selected according to the shape of the face, the colors are silver or golden, and they can be decorated with ornamental stones or rhinestones;
- bracelet and beads made of wood . Large accessories made from natural materials go with many styles.
Having all of the above at hand, a girl will always be able to choose the right jewelry for any occasion.
What about kits?
Unfortunately or fortunately, sets of several decorations in an identical design have already gone out of fashion. Today it is possible to combine a maximum of two parts in one style. But it’s better to make the kits yourself. At the same time, you can focus on the new fashion rule - now the combination of silver and gold is not bad manners, but a leading trend!
Bracelets
Nowadays it is important to combine bracelets with other jewelry and watches, creating multi-layered ensembles. But there are several unshakable rules. So, if the image includes clothes with long sleeves, the bracelet is acceptable only with a tight-fitting cut.
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The real highlight of your look can be a necklace or ankle bracelet. This is an incredibly elegant and feminine detail that is popular with many celebrities. They know for sure that such bracelets should only be worn on bare legs and combined with any bottom that leaves the ankle area open. For example, you can pair it with romantic culottes, a cute summer sundress, cropped jeans or a loose midi skirt.
Note that profiles are acceptable not only for perfectly slender legs. If you don't have a model look, just opt for a more voluminous accessory, for example, with charming pendants. If there is no goal to visually narrow the ankle, you can limit yourself to a thin chain.
In some cases, it is recommended to abandon bracelets altogether. We are talking about images in which the sleeves of clothing are decorated with lace or other decor.
Purchase and cost
Buying jewelry made from natural stones is easy. Boutiques where you can adjust the length of the product and repair it in case of breakage, as well as online stores, are available to customers. Buying “from a distance” should not be scary, because... All self-respecting sellers and manufacturers will definitely post photographs of the product and its description.
In the online store “Stone Flower” you can see photos of ready-made beads made of natural stones or order custom-made jewelry; the “Hundred Stones” store offers to deliver any selected product both cash on delivery and courier. Salon “Stone Experts”: the opportunity to choose a product on the website, looking at photos of beautiful stone jewelry, or visiting a store in Moscow. The price of products in almost all stores is from 250 to 8-16,000 rubles. Exquisite models of stone beads and necklaces at reasonable prices are also presented by the online store “Magic of Stones”.
Women's beads made of natural stones are an excellent gift for both an older lady and a young coquette.
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Earrings
When choosing the perfect earrings, you can first focus on your hairstyle. So, if you plan to wear your hair in a ponytail or bun, it makes sense to choose large accent earrings. Large rings, which will probably never lose their popularity, will come in handy. If your hairstyle involves open ears, you can also choose asymmetrical cafs or other unusual trends.
In the 2020 season, it’s not at all scary to lose one earring, because it’s now fashionable to wear such jewelry separately. Of course, only the most advanced fashionistas will appreciate this idea. They may be interested in the mono earring trend or have fun combining different asymmetric earrings with each other. But when deciding on such an extraordinary experiment, it is worth remembering that some kind of unity in such a technique must still be present. For example, this could be the color or style of jewelry.
You might like the relevance of cuffs. On weekdays, they can be given the role of the main accent, and on a special occasion, it is permissible to indulge in a magnificent combination with long earrings.
When choosing different earrings, you can focus not only on fashion trends and taste preferences, but also on your face shape. This cheat sheet will help you avoid mistakes.
How to choose beads according to your zodiac sign?
Each zodiac sign has patron stones. They can be strong talismans and amulets for a person, so when choosing beads you should pay attention to whether the chosen product matches the person’s zodiac sign or is the opposite of it.
- Agate beads are suitable for Taurus, Gemini, Aries, Sagittarius, Capricorn.
- Jasper will bring good luck to Taurus and Virgo.
- Coral is favorable to Libra and Scorpio.
- Beryl is recommended for Gemini.
- A string of pearls will be a good talisman and amulet for Cancer, Pisces, and Virgo.
- Amber in beads will enhance Leo's luck.
- Turquoise brings good luck to Aquarius and Capricorn.
But this is just an example. Each sign corresponds to at least 10 patron stones. Among them are precious stones, semi-precious and even ornamental ones, so you can find a suitable option for any wallet.
Rings
Modern fashion has practically reset all the constants about how to properly wear jewelry on your hands and has given girls complete freedom. If previously a fashionista carefully selected rings and limited the amount of jewelry given, now she can start experimenting. You can do anything - put rings on unusual fingers or knuckles, combine minimalistic and flashy jewelry, and mix details in different styles.
A duo of a large ring with a flashy stone and minimalist rings will look very cool. This technique is used by many girls who want to draw attention to their well-groomed hands and beautiful manicure.
Pearl
For many readers, the pressing question is how to wear pearl jewelry correctly, because they have been breaking all records for popularity in recent seasons. Pearls are used literally everywhere - in the design of earrings, hairpins, bracelets, tiered necklaces or as a pendant on a necklace. Classic pearls are always in trend, but you shouldn’t ignore the relevance of unusually shaped elements - they gracefully add originality and elegance to all looks.
The most stylish and extraordinary technique of our time is the combination of a pearl thread with a large chain. This is how the fashionista creates an interesting game of contrasts in her image and adds a daring touch to the classics.
Fans of the classics can safely continue to wear a string of pearls in the usual ways. It’s just better not to combine these techniques with a turtleneck.
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Accessories for beads made of natural stones
Perhaps someone would like to become the author of an exclusive piece of jewelry. It's possible. In addition to natural stones, you will need accessories: locks, laces, end caps, chains, callots, cables, crimps, artistic wire, etc. The Lukita online store presents all this in full in its catalog.
Boutique LeChugia is a Moscow online boutique where you can purchase beads and accessories produced by various companies for decorating jewelry, as well as designer jewelry made from natural stones.
