Recently there was an article in my local paper written by Gary Salter, a local jeweler. In the article he explained that there is a difference between jewelry fads (or fashions) and jewelry trends. He said the difference was that a fad bursts on the market with intense excitement and interest by the public but can just as quickly disappear. A jewelry trend usually takes more time to get established, but has a longer life.
Jewelry trends can be initiated by cultures and countries that spread from one country to the next. A few examples would be:
Ireland - Shamrock designed jewelry, Celtic designs and trinity knots.
Greece - Intricate woven wire filligree, worry beads and Greek key designs.
Rome - Coiled snake bracelets and hoop earrings
India - Elephant designs.
France - Necklaces that form into brooches.
Religion, Hollywood celebrities, movies and television all play a part in jewelry trends. Politicians, nobility and their wives can play a part in a jewelry trend. A notable example is Jackie Kennedy.
Yellow gold is making a comeback this year but silver may become popular again because of our current economic situation. Small gemstones mixed with white or colored pearls will be a big trend this year. Rough cut natural gemstones will also be popular.
Monday, April 13, 2009
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