Jewelry Designs

Stay up to date on the latest trends with Navur Jewelry House! The end of the year is coming up soon, and New Year's Eve in 2014 is going to be a color-studded event. That little black or gold dress that you have been waiting to wear for this one special day of the year needs just one thing in the way of jewelry: something bright, bold, and colorful. Think wearing Christmas tree lights, but without the need for an electric outlet. 

GETTING MARRIED?

Beautiful, high quality bridal jewelry created by an artist! You'll appreciate the careful craftsmanship we put in and you will receive years of enjoyment as your friends continue to wear your bridal jewelry long after your wedding day. We create the perfect style for you and make a sample set for your approval.

Each bridesmaid jewelry set can include a bracelet with matching earrings and/or necklace. Sets can be made in Golden Brass, Bright Silver, Sterling Silver or 14 K gold filled, and may include crystal, glass beads, pearls or semiprecious gemstones to match the colors you choose for your wedding. They may also include charms with your wedding theme. Jewelry makes a wonderful gift for your attendants. It will be functional for your ceremony and afterwards they will be able to wear their pieces as lasting reminders of the special day!

Ring Design and Style

The diamond engagement ring carries tremendous meaning, and its form is iconic. As a result, the engagement ring isn’t as strongly affected by fashion as other types of jewelry. However, there’s still room for distinctiveness and individuality. The basic form has also evolved over the years, and new styles have been added from time to time.

Some experts also say that engagement rings are growing more varied because of brides’ increasing influence in purchase decisions. Most engagement rings sold today can be divided into five design categories – diamond solitaires, solitaires with accents, threediamond rings, diamond cluster rings, and diamond bands.

The classic diamond solitaire ring is a single diamond with a prong setting in a simple band of precious metal. This remains the most popular version of the design. Modern variations may have different setting styles – bezel or tension, for example – but most don’t stray far from the original concept. 

Essentially a solitaire embellished with smaller diamonds, this is now the favorite engagement design with most age groups. More than 1/2 of brides currently receive a diamond solitaire with accents. There are countless variations. In many, the center diamond is flanked by smaller diamonds of the same or complimentary shape. Other styles feature clusters or short rows of melee on either side of the center. Small diamond or colored gemstone melee may also be set partway or completely around the ring’s shank.

Originally created for anniversaries, three-diamond jewelry made its debut in 2000. The concept is defined by three diamonds of significant size representing the past, present, and future of a relationship. The concept has been applied to other jewelry forms, but the symbolism of the three-diamond ring appeals to many younger brides. As a result, about 1 in 10 diamond engagement rings fall in this category.

Gift of Love

By strict traditional definition, bridal jewelry consists of engagement and wedding rings only. In most stores today, however, the bridal section also holds anniversary rings, and perhaps gifts for the bride. It’s where the inventory of unset diamonds is kept as well.

Rings have been given as tokens of love and commitment for thousands of years. At different times, they’ve been made of various metals as well as less durable materials like leather, wood, and even plant fiber. History first records a diamond engagement ring in the 1400s. For centuries after that, diamond engagement rings belonged mainly to royal courtship. They began appearing in the US in the late 1800s, and became a mainstream.

 American tradition by the 1950s.

Today about 84% of US brides receive a diamond engagement ring. By some estimates, diamond engagement rings account for more than 1/2 the total value of the entire bridal jewelry market. When customers choose diamond engagement rings, the most important features are usually the ring’s design and style, the center diamond’s shape and carat weight, the metal the ring is made from, and the ring’s price.

Wedding Anniversary Traditions

Tradition tells us that each wedding anniversary should be celebrated by giving your 

loved one a gift made from a different material. Paper symbolizes the first year of 

marriage, but with each passing year, the gifts become more precious or more 

rare. This progression is meant to symbolize the growth in a couple's relationship 

through the years. 

The origins of the traditional list are not known, however some of the traditions are 

believed to date back to medieval times. Today, we accompany these traditions with 

a more modern list that not only offers greater variety, but in many cases, puts a 

higher value on earlier anniversaries. In addition, a list of jewelry and gemstone 

traditions offers recommendations for those who prefer to adorn their loved one with 

something truly precious each year. 

 

 Year                    Traditional             Modern                           Jewelry / Gems 

1st                        Paper                    Clocks                            Gold Jewelry 

2nd                       Cotton                  China                              Garnet 

3rd                       Leather                  Crystal / Glass                 Pearls 

4th                       Linen / Silk             Appliances                      Blue Topaz 

5th                       Wood                     Silverware                      Sapphire 

6th                       Iron                        Wood                            Amethyst 

7th                      Wool / Copper        Desk Sets                      Onyx 

8th                      Bronze                    Linen / Lace                    Tourmaline  

9th                      Pottery / China        Leather                            Lapis 

10th                    Tin / Aluminum        Diamond Jewelry             Diamonds 

11th                    Steel                       Fashion Jewelry               Turquoise 

12th                    Silk                         Pearls                              Jade 

13th                    Lace                       Textiles / Furs                  Citrine 

14th                    Ivory                      Gold Jewelry                    Opal 

15th                   Crystal                    Watches                           Ruby 

20th                   China                      Platinum                           Peridot 

25th                   Silver                      Sterling Silver                   Jubilee 

30th                   Pearl                       Diamond                          Pearl Jubilee 

35th                   Coral                      Jade                                 Emerald 

40th                   Ruby                      Ruby                                Ruby 

45th                   Sapphire                 Sapphire                          Sapphire 

50th                   Gold                      Gold                                Golden Jubilee

55th                   Emerald                 Emerald                           Alexandrite

60th                   Diamond                Diamond                          Diamond Jubilee 

 

 

Navur, known for its innovative jewelry designs, meaningful inspirations, and values of good karma and kindness, is excited to announce the release of the Winter collection. The spirit of celebration has infused the new jewelry with an extra edge, added glamour, and just the right amount of fashion. Classic Navur styles are also offered in new shapes, lengths, colors, and textures, creating endless options for winter wear and gift giving.

For winter, the focus is on styles that shine and you will feel the winter breeze: long necklaces, sparkling chains, and candy colored gems, especially blue ones. There will be also new cuffs, hoops and studs with the charms that Navur is known for -- and most designs are boxed and ready for easy giving.

Gold, Platinum & Silver Tips

Generally, the higher the carat weight of gold, the softer the metal. So that 9ct gold, being alloyed with other metals tends to be less resistant to scratching than say 22ct gold. This is why some recommend that you should wear rings of a similar quality together (e.g. wedding and engagement rings). Because gold is a soft metal and some manufacturers use this feature to "stretch" out the metal to produce a "showy" piece, but don't take into account the need for strength. The unsuspecting buyer thinks that they're buying a great piece of jewellery, only to find it going out of shape on the first wear. All our gold jewellery is inspected by a professional jeweller, before dispatch, we only deal with manufacturers of the highest reputation. Sterling silver will polish up by rubbing or buffing it with a soft cotton cloth or a Sunshine Cloth. If you store silver in plastic bags with an interlocking seal, it will be less prone to tarnish. Gold, silver, and platinum score only 2 to 4 on the Moh's scale of hardness, sand is 7 on the Mohs scale, which means your precious metal is softer than sand and can be easily scratched.

Gemstone Tips

Gem stone hardness is based on a standard called the Mohs scale. The higher the Mohs scale number, the harder the stone is. When the Mohs scale was developed, early gemologists tried rubbing one stone against another to see which stone caused scratching on another. Quartz (the stone that makes up sand) is rated at 7 on the Mohs scale, and that is why any gemstone with a rating of less than 7 is easily scratched (such as coral, lapis lazuli, opal, pearl, and turquoise). Also, some stones can be quite porous (such as opal, pearl, turquoise), that is why you shouldn't leave these kind of stones immersed in water for too long.

Common stones that are damaged in sunlight, these include:

• Amethyst: becomes paler
• Ametrine: may change colour
• Aquamarine: becomes paler
• Aventurine: translucent types often lose colour
• Beryl: brown or orange types may change to pale pink
• Citrine: may change colour
• Kunzite: becomes pale or loses colour
• Rose Quartz: becomes paler
• Smoky Quartz: becomes paler 

Gemset Jewellery

Check your jewellery to ensure that stones mounted in rings are not loose or rattle - if that's the case, visit your local jeweller before it's too late - it's much cheaper to have the prongs repaired than to replace a gemstone. Don't forget that the prongs of a ring can and do wear down, If the prongs wear down too much or break, you've lost the stone. Prongs are easily "retipped" by most jewellers to keep the stone secure.

Beads

If you have beaded necklaces such as gemstone, or pearls, store them flat, preferably in a silk pouch. If the string breaks, let a professional jeweller restring them for you. If you are considering buying expensive beaded jewellery look for beads are a knotted between each bead, so that if the string breaks you won't loose so many beads! Don't store pearls in plastic bags, always store in the box or silk pouch that they should be supplied with.

Fashion Jewellery

Gold or Silver plated items can vary considerably in quality. To be called Gold Plated, jewellery only needs to be coated in gold up to 1 micron. Better made products are usually coated upto 3 microns. Because precious metals are only coated onto base metal, the care instructions given above are even more relevant. We would also personally advise you not to wear "fashion" jewellery on a day to day basis, but rather for "special occassions" - that way you'll enjoy them for much longer!

Jewellery Care Tips

Here are a few simple tips to keep your jewellery looking it's best for much longer.... Firstly, always buy the best quality that you can afford - some jewellery may seem to be a bargain, but on inspection may be poorly made. We are proud to state that our jewellery is selected by a professional jeweller, ensuring the quality of the products supplied to your our valued client. Protection Always protect your jewellery from sharp blows, scratching, chemicals, sunlight and heat/cold. Ideally, store your jewellery in a soft lined box or pouch. Try to keep pieces apart, so that they don't rub together or tangle up. Wear jewellery for appropriate tasks, avoid wearing rings when cleaning, gardening or performing sports activities. Don't let your jewellery come into contact with nail polish removers, perfume and hairspray Clean your jewellery regularly, use a professional jewellery cleaning product (always read the manufacturers instructions) When washing your hands (away from home) - don't place your rings on the wash basin - remove them and place them onto your necklace or place in a pouch in your handbag/purse Never go swimming in your jewellery, chlorine in swimming pools can cause damage

Parure

A collection containing three or more pieces of jewelry designed to be worn together. Historically, a parure included such items as tiaras, belt clasps, and shoe buckles.

Paste

Imitation diamonds or gemstones created from glass that has a high lead content. Paste diamonds had high popularity from the 1750s to 1850s. Often found in antique jewelry.

Pavé

A placement of many small gems to cover, or pave, the surface of a ring.

Precious Gems

A misleading term rarely used in modern jewelry. The term indicates gems rarer and harder than semi-precious gems; precious gems undergo very little treatment before being used in jewelry. The most common are diamond, emerald, ruby, and sapphire. Although soft, opals and pearls make the precious gems list because of rarity.

Precious Metal

Rarity and value decide a metal’s classification as a precious metal. The precious metals used to make jewelry are gold, silver, platinum, palladium, and titanium. These metals are prized for high luster, little reactivity, and ease of workability.

Rose Gold

Gold with a rosy blush that comes from a gold and copper alloy.

Hardness

Hardness refers to the amount of resistance a gem has to scratching and abrading. Gems receive a hardness rating between one, the softest, and 10, the hardest.

Imitation

Gems that have only a visual similarity to natural gemstones. Imitation gems are entirely manmade. Also called Simulated.

Inclusion

Flaws inside of a gem.

Karat

Karat, or K, refers to the percentage of gold in jewelry. Items labeled 18K, 14K, or 10K contain gold mixed with another metal, and items falling below 10K cannot be called gold. 24K indicates 100 percent gold; also referred to as solid gold. 18K indicates 75 percent gold. 14K indicates 58.3 percent gold. 10K indicates 41.7 percent gold.

Lab-Grown or Lab-Created

Gems grown in a lab that have chemical and optical properties essentially the same as, but not identical to, natural gems.

Loupe

A small, hand-held magnifying glass that is held up to the eye and provides 10-times magnification.

Luster

A bright shine showing on the surface of gems or metal.

MOHS Rating

The number between one and 10 assigned to a gem according to its scratch resistance. See Hardness.

Mother-of-Pearl

A hard, pearly lining from certain mollusks’ shells. Two common mollusks with this smooth lining are pearl oysters and abalone.

Natural

Gems mined from the earth; also called Genuine.

Nickel Silver or German Silver

An alloy combining copper, nickel, and zinc that does not contain actual silver.

Genuine, Gold-Filled, Gold-Plated, Gold Vermeil

Genuine

Gems mined from the earth; also called Natural.

Gold-Filled

Gold is bonded to a base alloy and rolled, so the base alloy becomes a filling surrounded by gold. Gold must comprise at least 5 percent of the total weight, and the entire exposed surface must be gold.

Gold-Plated

The coating of a base metal with gold. For example, the karat amount is displayed as 14K gold-plated. The thin layer of gold makes the jewelry less expensive, but the plating does wear and chip away over time.

Gold Vermeil

A thin layer of gold, of various qualities, covering sterling silver. Gold vermeil jewelry should display a karat amount.

A Glossary of Jewelry Terms: F

Facet

A flat, polished surface of a gemstone. Most gems contain a number of facets, which are either ground or cut.

Fancy Diamond

A classification for colored diamonds. Black, chocolate, and yellow diamonds fall within this category.

Fashion Jewelry

Similar to Costume Jewelry in that it is made with inexpensive materials. The only difference is that it is produced and worn according to modern fashion trends.

Fine Jewelry

Fine jewelry is made from precious metal and contains precious or semi-precious gems. Some handcrafted jewelry falls within this category if it is produced on a very small scale and entirely by hand.

Fine Silver

Fine silver is 99.98 percent pure silver. Although highly lustrous, fine silver is too malleable and weak for everyday jewelry.

Fire

A term that describes the intensity and variation of the rainbow reflected from a diamond.

Foil Gem

A gem with its color enhanced via Foiling.

Foiling

The application of a thin sheet of metal to the base of a gem for the purpose of enhancing the gem’s color.

A Glossary of Jewelry Terms: C

Cabochon

A round gem with a high polish and no facets.

Carat

Often confused with karat, carat, abbreviated as CT, measures the weight of a gemstone. One carat equals 200 milligrams.

Certification

A blueprint listing the characteristics, flaws, and details of a gem. Diamonds receive a Diamond Grading Report, and other gems receive a Gemological Identification Report.

Clarity

A gem’s rating based upon the amount of flaws it has. Clarity is designated with letters. F indicates flawless. IF indicates internally flawless with slight blemishes. VVSI indicates very, very slightly included. VSI indicates very slightly included. SI indicates slightly included. I indicates included. This category has flaws visible to the naked eye.

Cluster

1. A group of pinpoint inclusions in a gemstone.
2. A setting in which several small stones surround a large central stone.

Color

In diamonds, this refers to the absence or presence of color in a white diamond. Color rating begins at D, which has absolutely no color, and moves along the alphabet to Z, which designates light yellow diamonds. Note that diamonds marketed as yellow diamonds do not fall within this category.

Costume Jewelry

Cheaper jewelry made to replicated more expensive pieces. Usually, it is made with inexpensive materials but sometimes has precious plating and real gems. Its name comes from actors who use it for stage productions. Intended for fun, everyday use.

Cut

Unrelated to shape, the term cut takes proportions, polish, and symmetry into consideration for valuation purposes. Five cut ratings exist: Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair, and Poor. A cut’s quality determines the brilliance, fire, and scintillation of a gem.

Bezel, Birthstone, Black Hills Gold

Bezel

1. In jewelry, a metal rim that holds and surrounds a gem.
2. In watches, the metal case’s rim that surrounds the watch dial.

Birthstone

The particular gem, or gems, associated with a person’s birth month. Each month is associated with at least one specific gem.

Black Hills Gold

Jewelry bearing traditional gold grape clusters, gold vines, and leaves of pink and green gold. The leaves’ pink gold comes from a gold and copper alloy, and the green gold comes from a gold and silver alloy. Although the gold can be mined and alloyed anywhere, law states the jewelry itself must be manufactured in South Dakota’s Black Hills to bear the name.

A Glossary of Jewelry Terms

Jewelers may understand the terms of their trade, but people shopping for jewelry may not have the same understanding. Refer to these terms for an increased knowledge of jewelry before making a purchase.

Alloy

A mixture of metals; usually, a fine metal mixed with an inferior metal.

The power of the stone: Pearl

Pearl gives a sense of tranquility around trees and water. It brings peace and reduces oversensitivity. The pearl is also known as "the stone of honesty" while bringing the truth, devotion and loyalty into various situations. It represents faith, purity, innocence and generosity. It eases the breathing of those who suffer from allergies and asthma.

The power of the stone: Rhodonite

The pink in it strengthens love while the black removes negativity. A great stone in circumstances when one needs to feel strong yet loved. Increases self evaluation and self confidence. It eases coping with feelings and pressure. The stone works on the heart area. Combined with aventurine it is very good for negotiations. It is recommended to hold it during trials or any other negotiation.

The power of the stone: Rose quartz

Popular by its relaxing and gentle inspiration. Increases love understanding. Strengthens self confidence, self expression, creativity and comfort. The stone also strengthens the heart, lungs, liver and kidneys. It has the power to change what we transmit and by that to cause the one who is holding it to be more open to finding love. A great gift for anybody, especially a young person - it is a gift of love.

The power of the stone: Smoky quartz

Smoky quartz increases sensitivity to sounds and the ability to receive thoughts and telepathic messages. Strengthens creativity, happiness and emotional balance. Helps the heart and strengthens the gonads.

The power of the stone: Malachite

Excellent healing stone, though it is not recommended to wear it continuously for a long period of time. Placing a malachite in the bedroom may assist in nightmares. For individuals who feel very good about themselves the stone can be a powerful healer especially for the lower back. It strengthens and balances the brain, purifying and healing emotional blocks. Relieves pressure and is excellent for expression improvement. Eases pain and may help in reducing tumors. Grants maximal protection by absorbing the impact of accidents.

The power of the stone: Moonstone

Moonstone provides balance and eases despair. It protects from unconscious feelings and by this allows the growth of consciousness. Through this stone you can learn how not to react by feelings and to be able to control feelings. Enhances intuition, balances and softens feelings and therefore recommended to teenagers. Moonstone gives strength to relationships and for this purpose it is recommended to pass it between partners once every two weeks. It can ease pain. Helps the breathing and can relief those who suffer from asthma. The stone can heal the stomach, spleen and pancreas. It is also known to help during pregnancy and birth.

The power of the stone: Carnelian

A stone of bliss and joy that grants the power and courage to move forward. Creates an emotional balance and therefore great for those who have problems experiencing feelings. Removes confusion and very recommended for people who are absent minded. It gives a sense of condolence on the harder sides of life. Assists in treating problems relating to the spleen, pancreas, kidneys and gall bladder. It has the ability to help during pregnancy and birth.

The power of the stone: peridot

Peridot a joyful stone that adds light and happiness into life. Many call this stone "the smiling stone". Strengthens tolerance and is very good for relationships. Holding the stone with the left hand while meditating increases one's intuitive level. It can heal problems in the kidneys and liver.

The power of the stone: Labradorite

Labradorite assists in transferring intuitions into intellectual thinking. The stone increases telepathy and supernatural qualities. Strengthens joy, happiness, and a sense of confidence. It eases tension and pressure. Helps in treating brain problems while reinforcing the sharpness of the mind. Gives an overall feeling of protection, joy and tranquility.

The power of the stone: Turquoise

Turquoise strengthens the need in self fulfillment and provides self confidence. It is good for meditating. Grants mental serenity, emotional balance, communication, friendship, loyalty and overall protection. Powers the body, heals the lungs and balances the blood and nerve systems. The turquoise relieves breathing and therefore it can help those who suffer from asthma.

The power of the stone: Garnet

Garnet strengthens self confidence and recommended to judgmental individuals. It strengthens a sense of devotion and commitment towards a certain goal, other individuals and self commitment. The garnet enhances imagination, it can ease nightmares and it arouses the awareness to your feelings. Garnet is very effective in treating back and neck pains. It purifies and refreshes energy to the entire physical system and especially to the blood system.

The power of the stone: Amethyst

It has the ability to relieve withdrawal from various addictions such as alcohol, cigarettes, candies or any addiction. It assists in guiding consciousness while avoiding self centering and gives better focus in a deeper understanding. The amethyst is great for meditating. It increases courage, intuition and creativity. The stone eases sleeping disorders and is great for treating headaches. It also helps metabolism.

The power of the stones: Amber

Relieves pressure, improves decision making ability and strengthens the memory and intellect. It heals the blood, tightens and stabilizes the stomach area. Amber is recommended for those who are involved with nature studies.

The power of the stones: Opal

The stone causes "things to come out". When a person is sick the stone will be affected from it and its color may fade. It increases feelings so if you are not confident in yourself or your judgment, the opal will strengthen these feelings and may cause pressure and unease. Therefore, it is not recommended to give these stones to young people who are generally more sentimental. Nonetheless, to people who are more open and assertive, this stone will give happiness, joy, determination and confidence. It has the ability to increase awareness towards feelings and to strengthen your intuition.

The power of the stones: Onyx

Relieves fear, pressure and depression and therefore recommended in times of sorrow and grief. Increases hormonal balance and self control. Strengthens observation and objectivity and encourages wise decision making.

The power of the stones: Aventurine

A wonderful gift for young people. This stone works on the heart area, relaxes and balances, easing the pressure and enhances independence. Strengthens the muscle and nerve systems. It's great for negotiations when combined with rhodonite. In combination with rose quartz it eases Side effects of chemotherapy treatments.

The Secrets of the stones - Astrology

Here is a partial list of stones divided by the 12 signs

Sign	Stones
Aries	Amethyst, Carnelian, Garnet
Taurus	Lapis, Rose quartz
Gemini	Tiger eye, Moonstone, Pearl, Citrine
Cancer	Moonstone, Opal
Leo	Carnelian, Garnet
Virgo	Carnelian
Libra	Moonstone, Opal, Peridot
Scorpio	Garnet, Malachite, Moonstone
Sagittarius	Amethyst, Labradorite, Lapis
Capricorn	Amethyst, Carnelian, Garnet, Peridot, Labradorite
Aquarius	Labradorite, opal, Lapis
Pisces	Amethyst, Labradorite, Opal, Moonstone

Drawing Attention with Necklaces

When choosing the right necklace to accent an outfit, it is important to remember that this piece of jewelry draws attention. Women use this feature to their benefit by choosing an appropriate length. Necklaces can downplay flaws and create a professional image. Chokers and collar-length necklaces draw attention away from the bosom and are ideal for large-busted women. Longer chains and drop pendants can elongate features and draw attention away from a short or bulky neck. For subtle or conservative looks, consider metal necklaces without stones to create professional appeal. The following table illustrates the common lengths for necklaces. Depending on individual body size, necklaces sit differently on some women. Experiment with different lengths to find one that is suitable for a particular body size.

Style	Approximate Length	Average Placement
Choker	16-17 inches	Chokers rest on the middle or bottom of the neck. Some styles feature adjustable links to fit different neck sizes.
Collar/Princess	18 inches	This style rests over the collar bone.
Matinee	20-26 inches	Matinee necklaces sit anywhere between the collar bone and neckline of a shirt.
Opera	28-36 inches	Opera-length necklaces are elegant in style and rest over the sternum in between the breasts.
Rope	48 inches	Rope necklaces are long chains that can hang free or wrap around the neck several times to create a layered look. The bottom of the chain can go as low as the belt line.
Adjustable	Varies	Some necklaces feature extra links for the clasp to adjust to different neck sizes. The links often feature decorative designs to look attractive when dangling behind the neck.

As the staple of any jewelry set, necklaces can make or break a look. Experiment with different lengths and styles to determine preferences and find looks that flatter the face shape.

Matching Necklaces to Outfits

Women often change their necklaces to match their current ensemble. Fashion necklaces come in a variety of styles at affordable prices to help consumers build a collection. These styles offer the latest trends and feature plated metals, crystals, and semi-precious gemstones for gorgeous looks. Fine necklaces are usually reserved for formal occasions and special events due to the valuable materials and risk of loss. Fine jewelry includes diamond accents, precious metals, and precious stones. Women wear fashion necklaces on a daily basis for work and casual situations, and they wear fine necklaces with evening gowns and formal attire. The neckline of the ensemble is the most important aspect to consider when choosing an appropriate necklace. The chain and pendent should rest either above the neckline or well below it. Jewelry dangling around the highest seam can cause distractions from the overall look. If the necklace rests over the fabric, choose complementary or contrasting colors for the accents. Match gemstones to colors within the outfit. Diamond necklaces dress up any outfit with eye-catching sparkles, and pearl necklaces are available in a wide range of colors for casual or formal attire. If the necklace rests on the skin, choose metals to complement the skin tone. White and silver metals, such as white gold, sterling silver, and platinum, look nice on fair-skinned individuals. Medium skin tones match any metal color, so silver, rose, or yellow metals look fine. Olive-skinned individuals wear bronze and copper tones while yellow gold is ideal for darker skin. When matching a necklace to a particular outfit, consider the following table as a guide for neckline styles and flattering jewelry.

V-Neck, Scoop Neck, Boat Neck, or Crew Neck	Strands of beads or pearls in colors to match outfit Solitaire pendants
Spaghetti Strap or Strapless	Conservative necklaces with thin chains and small accents Chokers and waterfall necklaces Silver or gold chain with classic pendant design like heart, star, or teardrop Necklace should rest close to the neck
Open-Collar Blouse	Collar-length necklaces Thicker chains with chunky pendants
Turtleneck	Long strings of beads Longer necklaces that rest well below the neckline Lariat necklaces
Square Neck	Collar-length necklaces Pendants that fall just below the collar bone