WARDROBE STAPLES
BY CAROL BESLER
CURATED CLASSICS
YOUR JEWELRY WARDROBE ISN’T COMPLETE UNTIL YOU TAKE CARE OF THE BASICS
T he showcases of any great jewelry boutique are bursting with sparkling statement pieces that tantalize us with their beauty and drama. Your jewelry collection isn’t complete, however, until you stock up on the basics, the pieces that carry us gently through our everyday lives with grace and elegance and remind us of the importance of classic design. Since there are thousands of pieces to choose from at that level — and only so much showcase space — it’s important to rely on a jeweler who has an eye for choosing the best all-around basics of the moment, the classics-with-a-twist that will carry you safely through any fashion trend. These interpretations of the foundational pieces of any jewelry wardrobe are the season’s must- haves. DIAMOND NECKLACES There are few things more classic than a diamond solitaire necklace, perfect in its simplicity. This year, add a modern twist by making the diamond pear-shaped or trilliant-shaped, rather than a classic round brilliant. Or use more than one, for a diamonds-by-the-yard look. Either will work on their own or blend well with your
DIAMOND STUD EARRINGS Wear them to the gym, the office or to dinner — diamond stud earrings always look like they belong. They are not only a reliable classic, they are versatile: dress them up by using sapphire or pearls instead of diamonds, or replace the classic round brilliant diamond with a pear or square cut. For even more sparkle, surround each center stone with a halo.
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