CRAFT TRENDS 2010|JEWELRY TRENDS 2010

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Jewelry Trends 2010

Mixing It Up

Maybe the the trend is due to the sagging economy, maybe gold accents on silver, scarves/ribbons combined with watches, bracelets, and necklaces were the first hints of things to come, but old rules no longer apply when it comes to *mixing up* jewelry. Wood, leather, ceramics, stainless steel, brass, enamel, woven fabrics, and more are adding an unexpected and decidedly cool edge when combined with precious metals and jewels.

Layering

Stacking, layering, mixing and matching - The look isn't studied or stuffy, a boho vibe that goes casual chic or all-out glam.

Earrings

They're big, they're bold, and they're back...Chandelier Earrings.

Bracelets

The cuff continues.

Stacked bangles.

Layered.

Necklaces

Layered.

Multiples.

Bold chains.

Rings

Big and bold.

Oscar Trends 2010

Blackened Metals.

Large Earrings.

Trends

False Nudity

Ultra-light, airy designs focusing on light and transparency counterbalanced by minute details and rendered in milky pastel colors such as pale olive green, sugar-almond tones, salmon pink and deep powder blue.

Oversized Games

A theatrical stylization of nature with extravagantly sculptural, playful forms in shocking and acidic colors juxtaposed with cold, concrete neutrals.

Pure Chaos

Draped materials, layers and random imperfections in stones and metals. A mix of multicolors and monotones.

Divine Chimeras

Mismatched materials and hot oranges, reds and corals complemented by opaque shades of anthracite and brown. Pieces within the category are meant to unveil personal identity and express fantasy and escapism.

--courtesy of Gem Visions/Swarovski

Trend Elements

Chocolate Diamonds.

Crystals.

Pearls.

Clear Lucite.

Neutrals.

Brights.

Metallics.

Sparkle.

Nature Inspired.

Florals, dragonflies, butterflies, birds, snakes, tusks, teeth.

Unusual Pairings

Mixed Media.

Big and Bold.

Layered.