Mixing colors and prints is a must for spring 2010, but texture is just as important. Along with the bright hues and exotic prints for spring fashion comes texture in anything accessory related. Handbags and shoes are being show with jeweled embellishments and skin prints like snake and crocodile. And the more dramatic, the better– this is a trend Liberace can easily embrace. Jewelry, of course, is no exception to this rule, and now you can pump up the volume on everything in Contemporary Jewelry. Go for pieces that look whimsical or have interesting textures to them. It could be as simple as the finish on the metal or the cut of a gemstone, but however you choose to add texture to your wardrobe, make sure to make it your own. An Amethyst Heart Ring that is checkerboard cut on the top gives an interesting shape and texture—a double bonus. Other Contemporary Jewelry pieces to keep an eye out for are pieces like a Gold Circle Necklace that is done in a matte finish. The geometric look of a circle necklace is classic and refined, while the matte finish keeps it current and fresh. A stone like lapis is great because the colors in the stone actually somewhat create a texture in themselves. A Lapis Pendant with a matte gold finish will also tie in perfectly with anything denim related. Here are some of our top textured picks that we will think you’ll really warm up to:

Amethyst Heart Ring

Gold Circle Pendant

Lapis Pendant

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One of the easiest ways to make a look more current is to accessorize. The right accessories can make or break a look, but while jewelry and heels can add sizzle to a stagnant ensemble, the fastest way to add some years to your age is to rock shoes, bags and jewelry that are three or more years out of date. Accessories can be the most important part of a look and can instantly update a simple pair of jeans and a tee, so make sure to keep your baubles and extras current.  At the moment, metallic is such a hot trend that you would think the Feng Shui Institute is behind it! Try a platform heel in silver or gold with a coordinating metallic bag and a colorful top and jeans. To really amp up a causal look, try adding big, bold Silver, Gold or Two-Tone Jewelry pieces that make a statement to a simple dress or tank and jeans.  An oversized Two Tone Diamond Pendant or a cocktail style Silver and Gold Ring will add style and sophistication to your look as statement pieces. Or go for texture like a Large Gold Ring finished with diamond cutting that gives it an organic feel. These amazing metallic’s will go with just about anything:

Large Gold Ring

Two-Tone Diamond Pendant

Silver & Gold Ring

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Store the dark, drab hues of fall and winter, because right now it is all about color as far as Lady Couture is concerned. This spring it is all about adding color to your wardrobe! We’re not saying you should go all Jackson Pollock on your ensembles, but bold, bright colors in both prints and solids will be one of the biggest trends in fashion for the spring 2010 line up. Play up the tones that work best for your coloring! If you have blue undertones in your skin or you are blonde or very fair, go for bright pinks, blues, reds with blue undertones and any shade of purple! If you are a red head or have yellow undertones in your skin and are fair, try vibrant yellows, oranges or greens. If you have olive or darker skin, try electric colors—they are following the ‘80s trend’s footsteps and will really pop off your skin tone! These same rules apply when trying to pair Gemstone Jewelry to your coloring as well. Cool hued gems such as blue topaz or amethyst work best for fair or cool skin tones.  Warmer skin tones should stick with gemstones like citrine or smoky quartz. A Multi Gemstone Necklace, Multi Gemstone Ring or Multi Gemstone Earrings are the easiest ways to work Gemstone Jewelry into your wardrobe, because they work just like the rainbow– with just about anything. Here are some of our picks for Multi Gemstone Jewelry that will be a fabulous color addition to any spring wardrobe:

Multi Gemstone Ring

Multi Gemstone Necklace

Multi Gemstone Earrings

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Unique embellishments and detailing have been a trend long seen on the fashion horizon, and now we are seeing it everywhere, from basic tees to over the top necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Everything fashion related seems to be coated in a fabulous sprinkling of intricate details that make them feel eclectic and special. Finding fabulous pieces that mix and match your wardrobe is easy and will immediately update your duds to perfect spring wear for 2010. If you are looking for fun clothes that have unique embellishments, look for beaded tee shirts or skirts and dresses that are constructed with fun mixes of prints, fabrics and textures. Anthropologie does embellishments like nobody’s business, but you can also do it yourself for less! Try using some old buttons and sew a cluster of them onto an old shirt for a perfect boho corsage. Or braid some pretty ribbons and have a seamstress sew the braid onto the hip of a skirt or pair of shorts to give the piece a whimsical feel (hint: if you leave the ribbons longer on the ends, you can use it as a built in belt and a fun embellishment!). For funky Contemporary Jewelry, go for pieces that have a two-tone effect, like a pair of button style Heart Stud Earrings or a Silver and Gold Pendant. A piece that plays with tonal color, like a Yellow Gold Citrine Ring, also helps subtly introduce an eclectic feel to an outfit. The embellishments of an outfit are what help create your own style. Here are some uniquely embellished Contemporary Jewelry pieces that will impeccably embellish any outfit:

Silver & Gold Pendant

Heart Stud Earrings

Yellow Gold Citrine Ring

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Gold Circle Necklace

Gold Cuff Bracelet

Gold Chain Bracelet

Diamond Flower Ring

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As the little red line on the thermometer slowly creeps above freezing, we are starting to see the beautiful blooms of color peeking their buds out the Fashion world for spring. Bright, vibrant colors are a must this spring, especially when it comes to accessories. Everything from shoes to bags to jewelry is lined in eye-popping hues that span every shade of the rainbow. If you are a bold gal, do an entire flirty dress in a flamboyantly colored print. If you are more of a classic chick, go for color in your accessories, but play with it and have fun! Try mixing colors that you normally wouldn’t wear (just make sure they are compliment to your coloring—there is a hue of every color for just about everyone!). For example, if you mostly rock neutrals, try a bright red shoe and electric blue handbag with a black, white or nude ensemble. Uber-bright primary colors  small but deliberate dose are a fabulous way to update an to your outfit when the idea of bright colors in seems as scary to you as Jennifer’s Body. Jewelry is another quick antidote to the bland-palette blues and is by far the easiest way to add some bright hues to your ensemble. An oversized Blue Topaz and Diamond Ring, a pair of Amethyst and Diamond Earrings, or a sweet Garnet Heart Necklace will add the perfect pop of color without making you feel like a color wheel. Here are some hot hues that will instantly update your look:

Garnet Heart Necklace

Amethyst & Diamond Earring

Blue Topaz & Diamond Ring

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Men and women communicate very differently. Okay, so that’s not really new information. But for the guys out there wondering how to communicate their true feelings to a lady, news flash: dinner and a movie just don’t cut it when you are striving to make a serious impression.  Men think practically in a relationship, where as women think very emotionally. We want to feel like you are going out of your comfort zone to show us that you care. And nothing says, “I Love You” more than a heart. Whether for your anniversary, her birthday, or if you just want to say, “I love you”, “I’m thinking about you”, or “You are special to me”, a piece of Heart Jewelry says more than you ever could. Buying jewelry is usually outside of most men’s comfort zones anyway, and she will appreciate the gesture. Plus, a piece of Heart Jewelry feels personal. So go for Heart Jewelry when you really want to show her how much she means to you. You don’t have to spend beaucoup bucks to show her you care. A beautiful sterling silver Amethyst Heart Ring or a classic Silver Heart Bracelet are pieces that she will cherish forever and will never go out of style. Or, if you are really trying to grab her attention, get her a pink Sapphire Heart Necklace that will always remind her of you. She will love anything you give her, especially if she knows it is from the heart. We found these Heart Jewelry pieces that will make her heart throb:

Amethyst Heart Ring

Silver Heart Bracelet

Sapphire Heart Necklace

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If given the option, would most of us be willing to trade closets with Mariah Carey? Sure! We all wish we could  dress ourselves in the hottest haute couture from time to time. But in reality, a $1,200 Zac Posen blouse just doesn’t make most budgets these days. Such is also the case with Couture Jewelry.  It would be grand if our hubbies lived to drape us in jewels, but truth is, we’re just happy that they remembered our birthday in the first place. While few among us can afford to spend $15,000 on some sparkly baubles, that doesn’t mean you can’t make a statement. Okay, so we may never be able to afford a Chanel bag or Gucci boots, but the look of Couture Jewelry is within more reach than you think. Look for pieces of Couture Jewelry that are unique and make an impact. A South Sea Pearl Necklace or an oversized South Sea Pearl Ring  are  pieces that ooze timeless sophistication and scream Couture. A designer inspired piece such as a two tone Green Quartz and Diamond Ring will also do the trick. Pieces that have a designer quality without the designer name will look just as good without those three or four extra zeros at the end of their price tags. At a loss for where to find such extravagant gems without the sky-high price tags? We love these couture creations:

Green Quartz & Diamond Ring

South Sea Pearl Necklace

South Sea Pearl Ring

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Combining prints used to be a big fashion no-no. But times have changed. One of the hottest trends we are seeing in fashion is the mixing of contemporary prints for 2010.  This concept may make some people nervous, as it can be tricky, and if done incorrectly, a pair of prints can look tacky and misdirected. The key to mixing and matching contemporary prints is to stay within the same color family and pair bigger prints with smaller ones.  Diane Von Furstenberg is a wonderful example of how to properly mix prints, as she is famous for her use of beautiful and vibrant prints (among many other fabulous creations), but she does it subtly by blending combinations that have the similar style and hues. If you have a big, bold print on a skirt, look for a top in the same color palette, but keep the top print smaller and daintier.  For example, if your skirt is blue with green and yellow accents, then look for a top in a print with one of the two accent colors from the blouse (in this case, green or yellow should be the dominate color in the top). Mixing Contemporary Jewelry can be just as tricky, but the key is to think eclectic, not eccentric. When mixing prints, you already have a lot going on, so try to use jewelry that is a little more subdued, like a pair of simple Drop Earrings or a Gold Circle Pendant. If you have a specific color in mind, do a stud earring with gemstones instead of a drop. For example, if purple is your theme, go with a pair of White Gold Amethyst Earrings in a stud style. Here are some of our favorite Contemporary Jewelry pieces that will look perfect with your paired prints:

Gold Circle Pendant

Drop Earrings

White Gold Amethyst Earring

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With the economy in a sorry state, people have been going back to basics. In terms of fashion, that means classic American sportswear. Classic designers like Ralph Lauren are excelling in our less-than-stellar economy, while even wild and eccentric designers are turning back the crazy dial and upping the volume on timeless silhouettes. Why? Because in times where no one is spending, classic pieces turn into investment pieces, which is all anyone is willing (or can afford) to buy these days. But it’s kind of a win-win. Classic Americana never goes out of style. Jeans, a white tee shirt and boots couldn’t be more timeless, and they pair perfectly with favorite American jewelry accessories.  Turquoise, sterling silver and pearl jewelry are all accessory categories that will really stretch your dollar, because these are the pieces you’ll see on the runways again and again.  A Sterling Cuff Bracelet or Turquoise Ring is the epitome of Classic Americana. You can also never go wrong with a pair of South Sea Pearl Earrings in an 8-12mm size (not only will your great-great grandkids wear them, but they go with everything, too!). Here are some patriotic pieces that will pull you through these tough times in style:

Turquoise Ring

Sterling Cuff Bracelet

South Sea Pearl Earring

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