Some trends manage to last an entire fashion season while others come and go so quickly that they are never to be seen or heard of again. Butterfly hair clips, Spice Girl paraphernalia, mood rings, and other frivolous trends not only retire from our wardrobes but also from our memories. Sad but true, some trends are never meant to last.

When jewelry shopping for a loved one, the last thing we want is for our gift to be forgotten, worthless, or worse, at a garage sale. We want our gift to be worn and cherished; we want it to have special meaning so it can last forever.

So, how do you buy a fashionable piece of jewelry that will look beautiful and last forever? To ensure that your jewelry picks and gifts will truly last a lifetime, avoid risky trends with these simple tips.

First, shop for significance. A celebration band for a graduation gift will have far more meaning than a cool wristwatch.

Second, shop with class. Avoid some of the bizarre and borderline tacky trends by sticking with the classics. Gold and silver will always be in style as opposed to colorful beads, which may only be worn once or twice. In this case, a classic diamond is always forever; proving, that less is more beautiful.

Third, and finally, shop with love. It’s a no-brainer that when you put your heart into something, the results are always beautiful. When you take the time to personalize a special gift, you know that it will be cherished – and perhaps even worn – forever.

Checkout more such personalized jewelry on Jewlr.

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She unravels the ribbon, opens the box, and beams with delight. She immediately puts it on and says “I love it, I love it, I love it” over and over. You’ve just given her the perfect necklace. You’ve just given her the utmost absolute perfect gift.

…If only every reaction were like this.

Shopping for jewelry can be hard, especially when there are so many different stores, styles, and brands to choose from. With such a wide selection of jewelry out there, picking out that perfect gift can seem a little overwhelming and timely.

Message Bands

When picking out jewelry for a friend, family member or loved one…most of the time, we all want it to be just right. We want it to be special, significant and unique to both their style and personality. But because there are so many styles – rings, necklaces, bracelets and more – it’s easy to loose that special personal connection. Did I mention picking out that perfect gift can seem a little overwhelming?

Have no fear, because after some careful consideration and shopping-spree-frenzies we have the perfect solution for that perfect gift…Personalized Jewelry!

Birthstone Bracelet

Actually personalizing a gift for the one you love is not only considerably unique and special, it’s surprisingly easy. As jewelry lovers and designers, we all know that when it comes to giving a gift, unique jewelry means the most. So whether it’s a graduation, anniversary, birthday, Christmas, or just-because occasion you can be rest assured that personalized jewelry is that perfect gift.

Personalized Rings

At Jewlr we specialize in intricate and beautiful personalized jewelry at unbeatable prices. From name jewelry to classic family or couples rings, Jewlr offers an array of styles, which can all be personalized with birthstones, engravings, type of metal, and more.

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As reported by WWD new designer duo in the jewelry world is none other than Brangelina. For prestigious jewelry company Asprey, they have designed a line of gold and silver jewelry – the Protector, inspired by snakes.

Image coutsey Asprey

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Anna Rybakov & Eve Cahill – two New York based designers founded this very charming jewelry line called Grau Wal. These handmade pieces are made using braided synthetic hair in varying colors and gold-plated brass.

I was awestruck by looking at the collection. Its definitely a must have, check out their website for more.

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Why do we create jewelry? And why do we wear it? Do we create something just because it’s pretty? Sometimes…

But the pieces that really hit home and have some drive to them are the ones that are created out of passion. Passion that embodies a necklace or a pair of earrings and let’s the wearer feel like she stands for something when she puts it on (or he, of course!)

The photo shown above is of my new Phillies bracelet that I made during Game 1 of the World Series 2009. I’ve worn it everyday since the start of the Series, it embodies my belief in my team. The Phils are down in the count but boy are they staying alive. I love and have a whole-hearted belief in my team and that is why I wear my bracelet.

What do you wear that strikes your passion? What have you created that has embodied passion for another? As jewelry creators, we have the power to influence our customers, our friends, our families…our jewelry WEARERS’ lives! Tons of people wear jewelry to feel a connection to something. What connection will you bring to the piece you make today?

Passion…Pass it On.

And Go Phils! You can do it boys!

–
Peace, Love n Beads.
Sarah James
http://www.jessejamesbeads.com

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