REFINED MOVEMENT
By Becky Stone
MODERN CHANDELIERS
F From shimmering strands that catch the light with the toss of a head to fringe that flickers with each turn on the dance floor, there’s something glamorous about jewelry with movement. This dynamic, ever-shifting design that moves with its wearer is the foundation of the chandelier earring’s lasting appeal. Modern chandeliers are lighter and simpler than the elaborate designs of the past, making them suited to daily wear and dinner dates rather than formal, occasion-only jewelry. Today’s versions favor smaller scale and often introduce unexpected colors, shapes, and textures to keep the silhouette fresh.
Some of the most compelling modern chandeliers break with tradition entirely by playing with form. Instead of a trio of dangling drops, a pair of linear diamond earrings might feature a single swinging chain of gems on each side. The narrow silhouette is flattering and refined, while the movement still evokes classic glamour. Chandelier earrings can also take the form of stud earrings, with dainty drops anchored directly to the lobe, or ear climbers, arcing along the side of the ear in suspended metal swags that frame the face. Many of these styles are best suited to evening events, but chandeliers can work for daytime too. Look for a smaller design, or one that favors less opulent materials, like beaded tassels, semi-precious gemstone drops, or shimmering gold chain fringe, over dazzling diamonds.
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