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There are many things that influence fine jewelry and watch trends. Jewelry Information Center has its finger on the pulse in order to do our tracking and predicting of these trends. In this new jewelry trends section, JIC looks at a vast array of factors including: Celebrities and Pop Culture, Socio-Economics, Eco-Green Movement, Architecture, Art and Exhibitions, Book releases and most importantly Fashion.
SLICE JEWELRY
To some they’re slices of carbon, to others diamond slices are slivers of heaven. Diamond- and gemstone-slice jewelry feature “slices” of diamonds or gemstones that are typically quite flat with either no — or very few facets — which create subtle sparkle. Loved for their organic and rugged appearance, they are one of this year’s most sought-after jewelry trends. Today, many designers are using slices with ideal-cut or highly-faceted diamonds or gemstones for a dichotomous look. Click here to see more examples of this trend.
CHAIN LINKS
The chain is a core part of the jewelry industry and has been for centuries. A leisurely look to count the types of chains will turn up more than a dozen in fact! Some trace the use of chains in jewelry to the Byzantine Era. Today they are all the rage once again. This time around, the styles are large with over-sized links in every precious metal imaginable. Click here to see more examples of this trend.
GREEN
Green was once simply a color; one that evoked thoughts of money or spring re-growth. But today, green refers to not only a color but also a concept of the new way to live. “Going-Green” has evolved from the trendy thing to do, into a mandatory way of living. From technology to product packaging, fashion to fine jewelry, the green color and concept will be seen throughout 2011! Click here to see more examples of this trend.
COLLAR NECKLACES
Wearing necklaces as adornments dates 40,000 years to the Stone Age! In ancient civilizations, the collar necklace indicated wealth and social class as well as personal style. This year, the collar necklace is back (once again)! Click here to see more examples of this trend.
Shown here Roberto Coin’s 18-karat yellow gold and diamond collar necklace.
RINGS
According to writer JJ Kent, rings have been used throughout history “…in religious and secular investiture, betrothments and weddings, for posies and mottoes (such as ‘In thee, my choice, I do rejoice’), as memorials of the dead, and no article of decoration has been so extensively and prodigally used in most ages and countries.” Today, designers are creating noteworthy rings to be worn for both pure decoration and to reflect sentiment. For example, from K. Brunini’s Body Armor Collection, the ring at left is not only a jewel, but the designer sees it as “Warrior Survival Gear.” Click here to see more examples of this trend.
MEDALLION PENDANTS
According to Wikipedia.com, a medallion is generally a circular object that has been sculpted, molded, cast, struck, stamped or some way rendered with an insignia, portrait or other artistic rendering. This season, medallion pendants have been storming the fashion world. Click here to see more examples of this trend.
Shown here is a jewelry locket by Kim Kauffman Designs, which integrates ancient symbols, sacred geometry and universal form.
LACE-LIKE JEWELRY
Lace is an openwork fabric, patterned with open holes, made by machine or by hand. With lace one of fall fashion’s biggest trends, it is also now influencing jewelry. Lace-like patterns lend themselves to jewelry making today, because of the cost of some precious metals. Lace-like open work allows the creation of large-scale pieces without the weight. Click here to see more examples of this trend.
Featured here Zaiken Arabesque Collection ring in 18 karat yellow gold.
BLACKENED PRECIOUS METALS
Black is back . . . not that it ever went out of fashion. Today, oxidized metals, especially sterling silver, are taking the jewelry industry by storm. Designers love the finish for its tough, not so prissy, appeal. Blackened precious metals create fresh unpretentious-looking jewelry for both men and women. Styles, finishes and metal combinations are abundant. Check out the hottest trends and influences on oxidized jewelry. Click here to see more examples of this trend.
Featured here is Emanuela Duca’s Terra ring in oxidized sterling silver.
ROSE-CUT DIAMONDS
Rose-cut diamonds, which date back to the 1500s, are making a resurgence in fine jewelry! The shape resembles the petals of a rose bud, flat on the bottom and domed on top. Designers love them for their sexy, subtle sparkle — resulting in the vast array of masterpieces designed today! Click here to see more examples of this trend.
Featured here is Susan Foster’s five petal rose-cut diamond ring.
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