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4 things to know before giving away a jewel

Four tips from an expert for those who want to give a jewel. Read and above all, do not forget them ♦

How to choose a jewel as a gift? A question that creates some concern. Help arrives from Angelina Chen, head of online sales of Christie’s Jewellery, which published some considerations and four tips. Better to read them and follow them. Better to read and follow them. and if you want to know even more, you can read What to give a woman? and, in particular, how to decide which ring to give. Because jewels cost money and often also become an investment: before purchasing them, therefore, you need to choose them carefully. So, if you intend to give a jewel as a gift, read these tips first.
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1 Find the color. According to Angelina Chen, a good idea is to observe which are the favorite colors of the clothes of the person who will receive the gift, the clothes she wears most often. A suggestion, therefore, is to look for a jewel that has that color as its hue. For example, for those who love blue you can choose sapphires, but also simple turquoise, those who love green can opt for emeralds, tsavorites or tourmalines of that shade. When in doubt, there is always the color that is always in fashion: that of white diamonds, that is, colorless.

Granato spessartite by Nomad's
Spessartite garnet by Nomad’s

2 Choose the style. There are those who love modern style and jewelry with a contemporary design and those who prefer traditional shapes: the classic solitaire ring, the necklace with a string of pearls, a simple gold bracelet. So, before choosing, take a good look at the aesthetic inclinations of those who will receive your gift: are you a conservative and traditionalist woman in terms of clothes, or do you change often to stay on the wave of fashion? In any case, the precious jewels, created by a great brand, survive historical eras and fashions and therefore are a little safer. With a less expensive jewel, however, you cannot go wrong: it must be consistent with the style of the jewelry and clothes worn.

Serafino Consoli, bracciali e anelli
Serafino Consoli, bracciali e anelli

3 Beware of collections. There are women who love a kind of jewel and want to wear it always, with small variations. For example, a white gold ring with a diamond, or a simple earring made of the same materials. But also different pieces of the same collection: for example, you can give a ring and, if the jewel has been really appreciated (you have to be sure), you can continue with a bracelet or a necklace from the same collection. If a woman has a certain number of similar jewels in her drawer, she is likely not to disdain to receive another one, obviously with some variations on the theme.

Collana di Hermès indossata
Collana di Hermès indossata

4 Look for the missing pieces. A brilliant idea (in the true sense of the word) is to integrate a series of jewels with the missing piece. For example, someone with a lot of white gold jewelry might want a rose gold piece to add to their collection. Those who have a lot of earrings probably want to increase the number of rings, and so on. The same goes for jewels of the same series of the same brand.

Collana in diamanti e smeraldi, indossata a Baselworld
Collana in diamanti e smeraldi di Jacob & Co, indossata







How to choose earrings for an evening

Which earrings to choose when going out for an evening event? It’s a question women often ask themselves when the critical moment arrives: after having painstakingly chosen the dress and accessories, it’s the turn of the jewels. And, in particular, earrings, which must match the dress, but also the shape of the face. For this aspect read: How to choose earrings.

Orecchini Lunaria Alta indossati
Orecchini Lunaria Alta di Marco Bicego indossati

In addition to identifying the size and shape of earrings that best match your face, you need to focus on the type of event or occasion you are attending. In general, earrings worn at night tend to be more formal and sophisticated than earrings worn during the day. Here are some types of earrings you might consider for an elegant night out:
Yvone Christa NY
Orecchini indossati di Yvone Christa NY

1. Drop earrings. Drop earrings are very elegant and can be made in a variety of materials such as pearls, diamonds, silver or gold. Of course, there are also drop earrings in plain metal and synthetic stones, such as cubic zirconia. This type of jewel is a classic, which easily matches the choice of dress and can be the simplest idea when you don’t know exactly if the evening will be super elegant and formal, or normal routine.
Orecchino a goccia della collezione Amuleti di Nanis
Orecchino a goccia della collezione Amuleti di Nanis

2. Pendant earrings. Drop earrings are perfect for strapless dresses or V-necks. They are therefore a choice that can be easily related to the type of dress worn. Again, they can be made in different materials and colors. Dangling earrings are usually even more visible: they therefore require careful evaluation in the choice of color and size. For a very formal evening or a ceremony, it is better to opt for pendant earrings that are not too large. For an evening at the disco or a party with friends, larger and more lively pendant earrings are also fine.
Orecchini chandelier con diamanti indossati di Leo Pizzo, collezione Venezia
Orecchini chandelier con diamanti indossati di Leo Pizzo, collezione Venezia

3. Hoop earrings. Hoop earrings are a jewelery classic and complement many styles of clothing. You can a pair of shiny or gold metal earrings for a sophisticated look. However, hoop earrings can also be a trap: in this case, the size matters a lot in relation to the shape of the face and the dress. Very large hoop earrings, from the Seventies, they are not recommended for ceremonies and intimate evenings. Better to opt for a size that does not exceed the circumference of a coin.
Orecchino a cerchio Motion di PdPaola
Orecchino a cerchio Motion di PdPaola

4. Gemstone earrings. Earrings with precious stones, such as diamonds, sapphires or rubies, are perfect for formal events such as weddings, gala parties or important corporate events. It is a choice that wants to underline your role, a social status or, often, a good choice (at least from an economic point of view) of the partner. Not to be worn for evenings with friends, informal occasions, a disco or a simple birthday celebration: they would be excessive.

Orecchini con ambra, rubini e diamanti brown firmati Fawaz Gruosi
Orecchini con ambra, rubini e diamanti brown firmati Fawaz Gruosi

5. Pearl earrings. Pearl earrings are an excellent solution for any kind of occasion. They are perhaps less suitable for very lively evenings at the disco or parties where color prevails, such as Carnival or Halloween. For all other occasions, a pair of pearl earrings will always do. Moreover, they match any outfit, even sporty.
Orecchini Constellation indossati in oro, perle coltivate, ametista e diamanti
Orecchini Constellation indossati in oro, perle coltivate, ametista e diamanti

Chandelier earrings, who can wear them





When you can choose chandelier earrings, who can wear them, what are they ♦ ︎
The chandelier earrings are perfect for holidays and elegant evenings. But not all women can, or rather, are fine when wear chandelier earrings. If you want to know if you can wear chandelier earrings, read this article.

Orecchini chandelier in oro bianco e diamanti
Orecchini chandelier in oro bianco e diamanti by Mindi Mond

“Chandelier earrings are the perfect canvas for a jewelry designer like me,” writes Giuseppe Picchiotti on his bloc. “I can literally play with sparkle and light to create masterpieces that move with the body in a sensuous way as the wearer expresses herself. The chemistry of color, motion, and light bring wonder and delight. And because we make them only with the most precious of gemstones with a commitment to precision craftsmanship, I know that joy will live on for many generations. It’s quite thrilling to think about.”

Picchiotti, orecchini chandelier con diamanti e rubini
Picchiotti, orecchini chandelier con diamanti e rubini

What are chandelier earrings. Let’s start with the name, which in French means chandelier. They are dangle earrings designed to flow from the bottom of the lobes up to almost the shoulders. They are jewels composed of different elements, which hang downwards, are mobile, often with a symmetrical geometry. They have distant origins: earrings with suspended stones, tied by gold threads, were invented in the Middle East and India hundreds of years ago: the first examples date back to the first centuries after Christ. The British Empire, which extended until to the Orient, contributed to the spread of this type of earrings in the Occident. But it was the French jewelers, after 1700, that made chandelier earrings truly precious, with the addition of diamonds. In this way the earrings have become really shiny. Naturally, with the years the chandelier earrings have evolved in many different forms: longer or shorter, with many stones or only in metal. But they remain similar in the type.

Orecchini chandelier con diamanti indossati di Leo Pizzo, collezione Venezia
Orecchini chandelier con diamanti indossati di Leo Pizzo, collezione Venezia

When you can wear it. The chandelier earrings have always been associated with the evening. They are not recommended, therefore, to wear in the office: too flashy. And, moreover, it’s the lights of the evening that make them shine more. In any case, they can also be worn also with casual clothes.

Gli orecchini con diamanti bianchi e fancy yellow indossati da Meghan Markle
Gli orecchini con diamanti bianchi e fancy yellow indossati da Meghan Markle

Who can wear them. The chandelier earrings tend to lengthen the face. They are perfect, therefore, for those with a wider face, while they do not improve the appearance of those with a sharp or long face. In this case, it is better to opt for round earrings. Or, if you really like the chandelier model, for a fairly short type of pendant that does not exceed the horizontal line of the lips. In any case, pay attention to the weight: choose slight earrings: a chandelier lights you up, but it can become very heavy after a few hours.

Orecchini chandelier di Ara Vartanian
Orecchini chandelier di Ara Vartanian
Orecchini chandelier in oro rosa 18k e zaffiri
Hrh, orecchini chandelier in oro rosa 18k e zaffiri
Orecchini chandelier con diamanti bianchi
Studio Rêves, orecchini chandelier con diamanti bianchi
Glenn Spiro, orecchini con diamanti fancy yellow e cognac
Glenn Spiro, orecchini con diamanti fancy yellow e cognac
Orecchini Chandelier in oro bianco, con brillanti di diverso taglio e due brillanti fancy taglio cuore
Crivelli, orecchini Chandelier in oro bianco, con brillanti di diverso taglio e due brillanti fancy taglio cuore
Orecchini chandelier in oro bianco e diamanti
Staurino, orecchini chandelier in oro bianco e diamanti
Orecchini chandelier con diamanti baguette, smeraldi, oro bianco, smalto
Susan Foster, orecchini chandelier con diamanti baguette, smeraldi, oro bianco, smalto
Orecchini chandelier con rubini taglio pera e diamanti
Chopard, oOrecchini chandelier con rubini taglio pera e diamanti
One of Kind, Orecchini Diamond Chandelier Hoop, diamanti e zaffiri su oro bianco. Prezzo: 25.000 dollari
Sutra, one of Kind, Orecchini Diamond Chandelier Hoop, diamanti e zaffiri su oro bianco. Prezzo: 25.000 dollari
Orecchini chandelier in oro giallo e diamanti
Entice, orecchini chandelier in oro giallo e diamanti
Orecchini chandelier di zaffiri
Cicada, orecchini chandelier di zaffiri