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lapidary journal )( Jewelry artistTRENDS
adds that what is happening in cuff s
also translates well in collars that can
create big, bold sculptural looks sans
the weight in open, airy designs.
The brand Le Vian features body
jewels in its latest collections, like its
Lace & Chain tethered ring and brace-
let combinations, and ear-cuff designs
that blend the climber and long earring
trends in one. Le Vian notes that while
the tendency to stack bands and brace-
lets will continue, bold cuff s and rings
that off er the illusion of layering will
become even more important.
Gizzi also cites that the two-stone
setting will be increasingly popular
over the next year thanks to the mul-
tipronged marketing and advertising
campaigns spearheaded by Signet
(including Kay’s and Jared). “The
truth is, everyone loves symbolism.
The idea that the diamonds repre-
sent friendship and love is a concept
people connect with on an emotional
level. Engagement rings will be top
and pendants will follow as a style that
works nicely for this setting.”STAY TUNED IN TO TRENDS
- Scour coverage of fashion shows,
watch major red carpet events, and
read jewelry trade and consumer
lifestyle magazines that sum up what’s
happening. - Keep on your radar leading brands
that invest in and share their trends
research with the industry like Le
Vian and Swarovski as to what they’re
pushing.- Use technology, specifi cally the
Internet, as a quick and easy way
to track trends via a simple web
search.
- Use technology, specifi cally the
DEBORAH YONICK has been writing
about jewelry and fashion trends for
more than 20 years for trade and con-
sumer publications and online, and has
loved both for much longer! With roots in
New York, she presently lives and works
in York, PA.Two-Stone
Design
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Le Vian
Couture® Bracelet/Ring
Chocolate diamonds,
vanilla diamonds, 18K
strawberry gold
PHOTO: COURTESY LE VIANABOVE
Stuller
Two-Stone Ring
Pink and white topaz
PHOTO: COURTESY
STULLER, INC.RIGHT
Le Vian
Couture® Earrings
Chocolate diamonds,
vanilla diamonds, 18K
strawberry gold
PHOTO: COURTESY
LE VIANLEFT
Betsey Johnson, New
York Fashion Week
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