Summer Trends Report 2010
June 29, 10
Courtesy of Jewelers of
Large Earrings
Large earrings are back again by popular demand. This time around, they look very similar to those styles we saw in the 1980s. On-the-ear styles tend to appear dated, however, so designers are adding a little French hook to the tops of buttons and circles to make them modern. Colorful gemstones in rainbow brights are being used, which happen to look beautiful near the face.
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Other earring styles that will take summer by storm include marquise-shaped “flutter earrings” comprised of multiple layers of metal. Each piece is layered strategically over the next and is made to look like bird wings when the wearer moves her head. In fact, there is a multitude of earrings formed to look like beautiful creature wings. From birds to butterflies to fairies, wings are a very trendy theme for earrings du jour.
Colorful Bracelets
Ladies who love to layer will enjoy this trend! Colorful bracelets, whether thick or thin, are all the rage for summer. Cuff bracelets have been über popular over the past two seasons. In summer, consumers will shake things up by selecting versions in bright colors. The fine jewelry versions of this trend will feature colorful enamel, black paired with white gemstones as well shiny or matte metal versions. The most modern way to wear these colorful bracelets is to rock styles that don’t necessarily match. Color, style and size, it’s a bracelet bonanza season.
Multi-Media Necklaces
Necklaces are ubiquitous and they will continue to be in summer 2010. The new ones will evolve from previous seasons’ versions, continuing to be large and sometimes loud.
“Shipwrecked” versions whereby many elements of the necklace are tangled and twisted have hidden treasures and trinkets interspersed throughout the piece.
Multi-Strand necklace that connect via a clasp in the back are coming to market as the perfect option for ladies who have trepidations about layering necklaces themselves. Cascading chains with charms as well as the mixing various metals are contemporary styles of this trend.
Elongated “U” shaped necklaces are also going to be a pretty way to bring attention to simple cotton tops as well as the flowing dresses of the season. The “U” portion is made of beads typically and suspended by chain or fabric for a softer, vintage vibe.