Elite jewelry

Today, not only the fairer sex, but also men cannot imagine their lives without jewelry, thanks to which their image becomes complete and harmonious. The two most popular groups are jewelry and high-end bijouterie.

The very word "jewelry" in our country is associated with cheap, carelessly made jewelry. However, the class of elite jewelry includes products that are made of non-precious or semi-precious materials with the highest level of quality.

The main advantage of this type of jewelry, of course, is their affordability. Fashion is changing rapidly, and so frequent jewelry purchases can cause a serious blow to the budget. And the price of elite jewelry will allow you to select jewelry to please fashion trends.

An interesting story is the popularization of "non-jewelry" (that's what they are called officially). It is believed that Chanel was the first to introduce fashion to them. Almost all photos with the world-famous fashionista contain artificial pearls. According to another version, jewelry became a trend thanks to Jacqueline Kennedy. The former first lady of the United States kept the originals of her jewelry in a safe, but she herself preferred to wear their artfully made copies.

Without any doubt, even the choice of jewelry should be approached consciously: you can rely on reviews, or you can rely on the opinion of experts.The best luxury jewelry is created in Italy, France and Norway. Russian designers also do not lag behind the world's jewelry manufacturers. But Chinese jewelry is not of a high level of quality. In general, you should pay attention to the most famous brands, which usually monitor the quality of their products.

Branded jewelry can both make an image incredibly sophisticated and stylish, and spoil the overall impression of the appearance as a whole. Designer jewelry that looks great on models in glossy magazines may well not be in harmony with other clothes, figure or even character. Therefore, it is necessary to carefully select jewelry.

It is considered unacceptable to wear jewelry and bijouterie together. At the same time, many stylists advise not to wear all the jewelry from one “set” of jewelry at once: you can limit yourself to a combination of a ring and earrings or a pendant and a bracelet.

Do not forget about the appropriateness of jewelry. A necklace that is so pleasing to the eye at a gala evening will look absolutely silly in the office. And even the most elegant earrings should not be worn all the time - "both in a feast and in the world."

Fans of massive jewelry should choose only one large earrings or one large ring: one accessory will be enough. An original image can be created with a small number of details. And for those who prefer bright jewelry, it is important to pay special attention to the choice of clothes: eye-catching jewelry looks best in combination with calm, plain clothes.

There are also rules for choosing jewelry for different types of appearance. The “winter” type (light-skinned people with dark hair) is advised to choose pink, black or yellow jewelry."Summer" people with dark skin and light brown hair are suitable for blue, gray and light pink tones. Lemon and emerald jewelry should be preferred by people with a "spring" type, who have fair skin and eyes and golden hair. "Autumn" people with red hair and green or brown eyes will be decorated with products of bright green, olive and terracotta colors.

And finally, one more important rule when choosing jewelry: do not buy jewelry, the appearance of which is suspicious. A careful inspection of the product for cracks, chips, cloudiness will help save not only money, but also health.

The highest quality materials used for manufacturing are original Italian jewelry. However, non-Italian products that fall into the category of luxury jewelry are usually made in accordance with all standards.

Luxury jewelry, although considered a more budget option than jewelry, is made from quality materials. To create jewelry, various metals, leather, crystal, rhinestones, and in some cases even fabrics and rare woods are used. Also, the product can be covered with gilding.

The most popular material for luxury jewelry today is jewelry steel. In addition to the fact that it does not cause allergic reactions, such steel does not tarnish and does not deform.

There is a type of elite jewelry made "under gold". Such jewelry is made of medical alloy and covered with the thinnest layer of 750 gold. Made "in silver" products are made of copper-nickel alloy, which is then covered with a layer of silver 925 with cupronickel.Interestingly, even after long wear, such jewelry does not lose its original appearance.

The popularity of jewelry made from natural materials is also growing. In the manufacture of jewelry, mother-of-pearl, rock crystal and quartz can be used. Decorations made of transparent material, in which plants are sealed, look especially original.

Each material is tested for hypoallergenicity, however, even the strictest control cannot guarantee the absolute absence of reaction to any alloy. But there is also an allergy to gold.

The key to the success of any look is the right jewelry and accessories. A simple dress can be dressed up as an evening dress with elegant embellishments. However, if improperly selected expensive jewelry can spoil the most exquisite outfit, then the choice of jewelry, even if it is of high quality and gilded, should be approached even more carefully.

It is obvious that some elements do not match at all: for example, an elegant necklace and a men's shirt with jeans will look absolutely ridiculous together. Therefore, compatibility within the same style is the first and most important rule. But do not think that fans of jeans and casual clothes will not find anything for themselves among jewelry: Japanese textile jewelry, popular among young people, will perfectly fit into such an image.

When creating a romantic look, you should turn to delicate jewelry in pastel colors that emphasize femininity and elegance. And for a vamp woman, metal products with blackening and bright inserts are more suitable.

It would seem logical to choose jewelry in one tone with clothes, but this would be a mistake. You should not pick up a turquoise necklace for a blue handbag.Such adherence to monotony is today considered too boring and banal.

Regardless of the image, it is considered bad taste to wear jewelry with large crystals during the day. The ideal time for them would be evening.

And, of course, clothing is not the only criterion for choosing jewelry. You should wear the jewelry that suits the features of appearance. Massive jewelry is suitable for people with a plump figure, and slender ladies will be decorated with both elegant and large products. Oblong jewelry will elongate a rounded face, while a square face will help smooth out the round shape of the earrings.

Since ancient times, people have worn a variety of types of jewelry. Many of them have already lost their popularity or changed their shape, but there are decorations that have retained their appearance and purpose to this day. So, in ancient Egypt, earrings of the most diverse style, unusual beads and bracelets were considered symbols of power. Today, all the same decorations emphasize a sense of style and elegance.

Among the types of jewelry are rings, earrings, bracelets, brooches, pendants and chains.

• The ring is rightfully considered the most popular jewelry. Previously, this decoration had not only a decorative function, but also indicated the social status of its owner, they were used to put seals. Ivan the Terrible and Napoleon Bonaparte wore massive rings on the index finger of their left hand as a symbol of greatness. And the ancient Romans emphasized male power by putting a ring on the thumb.Today, the ring has become a symbol of unity and connection. It is no coincidence that couples exchange rings in the registry office.

• Earrings can emphasize or even visually change facial features, become an important addition to the outfit. For different styles, different types of earrings are created today: with and without stones, with pendants, cuffs, hoop earrings.

• Bracelet in translation means "wrist". Previously, it was called "opiast", "bracer", "rim". There are two types of bracelets: hard, which include springy, closed and articulated, and soft - wicker and chain. With the help of this jewelry, you can give elegance to the hand, and elegance to the whole image.

• The necklace differs from other neck jewelry in that it has a special central part.. Most often, such products are complemented by massive or medium stones.

• A pendant, or, as it is also called, a pendant, is worn on a chain. The pendant can be both just a decoration and a talisman. In the second case, such a pendant is worn under clothing.

• The most ancient type of jewelry is a brooch. Modern brooches are produced in three types: a pin brooch (a pin with stones strung on it, small chains and other details), a hairpin brooch that can either be attached to clothes or decorate hair with it, and a needle brooch, which is usually worn on outerwear or headgear.

It is not easy to navigate in all the variety of elite jewelry, and to facilitate this task, below is a list of well-known brands.It should be noted right away that it is better to buy originals, not replicas, if the budget allows.

PILGRIM (Pilgrim) is a Danish brand that has been active since 1983. This brand surprisingly combines Danish jewelry traditions and hints of urban culture. This mixture looks mature, but a little provocative. Pilgrim produces rings, bracelets, watches, earrings and necklaces. This brand is considered quite budgetary. The exclusive distributor in Russia is EQUIP.

Pandora is one of the most successful jewelry brands in the world. This brand became international when it launched a series of bracelets with interchangeable charms. The company produces rings, necklaces, bracelets and charms. Belongs to the premium segment.

Kelta is a Ukrainian company positioning itself as a manufacturer of affordable jewelry. The main activity of the company is jewelry with gilding, which will be affordable for a person with any income.

Taya is an inexpensive alternative to established brands such as Chopard, Cartier, Dior and Tiffany & Co. The jewelry design of this company is created by American artists who try to embody all the latest fashion trends in their works.

Morellato is an Italian brand, created back in the 1930s, now striving for leadership in the global jewelry and watch market. The target audience of this company is young women, and the company itself strives to ensure that its jewelry can be worn in everyday life, and not just for special occasions.

Eloxal is another Italian company. Their alloy for jewelry is a unique development of Italian scientists.The alloy has all the qualities of precious metals, and is also resistant to sunlight and sea salt. So the jewelry of this brand can be safely put on when going on vacation at sea.

Tesoro is a young Moscow company. The products offered by this company combine European style and exotic east. A flexible system of discounts increases their popularity.

One of the most popular jewelry brands among celebrities is ITALINA. The company presents the widest selection: rings, earrings, brooches and hair ornaments.

Birth of a brand Van Cleef and Arpels began with the merger of two dynasties of jewelers and merchants. Today, this brand is distinguished by the tenderness and grace contained in all its jewelry.

Dolce & Gabbana and Calvin Klein With each of their shows, they literally turn the world of elite bijouterie and jewelry upside down. So, quite recently, truly original ideas of these brands were actively discussed: new D&G earrings were made in the form of flowers and fruits, and CK made stones, of a wide variety of colors and sizes, the center of its collection.

Many fashionistas choose jewelry Abella which are distinguished by high quality material at a low price. Gilding is also applied to their jewelry, which makes their costume jewelry almost indistinguishable from jewelry.

Many of the above brands can be purchased at I Love Me and Bijou Brigitte - online jewelry stores.