CZ Cubic Zirconia Sterling Silver Jewelry

With this season’s fashion shows behind us, we wanted to share some
jewelry trends you’ll want to explore.  No matter what, a common theme
is making a statement through scale, bright colors and contrasts.

1. Huge!  Yes, exaggerated sizes of beads, gemstones and chains make for
weighty pieces designed to keep up with the strong shoulder lines of the season.
They also balance the skinny leggings or jeans on the bottom.  Necklaces up to
six feet long wrap multiple times.  Stacking, whether it’s bracelets, necklaces
or even belts also represent this powerful look.

2. New Metals!  We’ve begun to see more copper, brass and stainless steel jewelry over the past year.  This is a great way for designers to keep costs down, and explore new color combinations and textures.  Cubic zirconia pairs beautifully with not just gold and silver, but any metal.  You’ll also see several metals at a time combined in pendants, bracelets or other accessories.

3. Clusters! Whether it’s charm bracelets, or knots and twists of beads and pearls, you’ll find uneven textures and surprising patchworks another characteristic of this fall’s jewelry trends.  Statement cocktail rings may feature a large cluster of different color pearls.  In cubic zirconia, pave settings, with their radiant cluster effect are everywhere as well.

No matter what, anything goes!  You can wear your necklace as a bracelet, or your longer necklace as a belt.  Layer different metals together in a way you haven’t before.  Use color contrast, such as a brightly colored cz gemstone or
accessory to transform your outfit.  Most importantly, have fun.

With last week being fashion week in New York City, we’ve been hearing a lot about Fall and Spring jewelry trends.  Color is essential, and we’re seeing cubic zirconia gemstones in every color under the sun. Jewel tones, and bright colors often associated with spring and summer, are essential this season.

Size and scale are key elements of the latest cubic zirconia trends.  Stones in exaggerated sizes, and clusters of stones with different tones of the same color are also popular.  We really like seeing these eye-catching cz stones in simple prong settings, allowing them to be the center of attention.  Speaking of eye-catching, statement pieces are extremely popular, with some cubic zirconia necklaces, bracelets and rings dominating an outfit.  The bigger, the better apparently.

You’ll find a couple new and inspired cubic zirconia rings from Ralph Lauren and Anna Sui here:

Eternal Sparkles: Fashion Jewelry Runway 2009.

Cherry’s fashion jewelry blog gives some great tips for updating your fall wardrobe with a few, strategic jewelry pieces.  She mentions chain link as an integral accessory, whether part of a bracelet, purse or wallet.  She also suggests combining textures like feathers and velvet to enhance your look and feel great at the same time.

How to Update Your Jewelry for Fall – Fashion Jewelry.