These days accessories are readily available from H&M to Amazon for a few dollars or less than $20; sometimes a few hundred dollars for those designer names. Most of us will buy these accessories thinking I can just replace and buy more as the trends change, but (and ladies this is a big one) there are fine jewelry pieces that every woman should have and invest in. These are jewelry staples; whether you buy it for yourself or you receive it; every woman needs these in their jewelry box. Here are some my recommendations (although hard to narrow down):
1. Diamond Stud Earrings: This is something that every woman needs in her jewelry box. Why? It's pretty simple. You can wear it with literally everything in your closet. Also, diamond stud earrings at almost any jewelry store can be traded up to larger sizes as you move along through life. Most jewelry stores will give you the full value back to apply towards a larger pair of diamond studs in the future and that can continue through your life as you change careers or reach milestone goals in life. Diamond stud earrings add the right amount of sparkle to your look.
2. Pearls, pearls, and pearls: As Jacqueline Kennedy once stated, "pearls are always appropriate". This classy woman knew what she was saying. Investing in pearls is something that you won't regret; especially if you get the right strand or earrings. This is not a dated look, it refines your look to the next level and you can get pearls in other colors other than the classic white pearl. Plus, later on you can always pass them down. The values of fine quality pearls will hold over the years. And remember ladies, "it's the last thing you put on and the first thing you take off" to keep the luster and beauty of them alive through the years.
3. Classic Hoop Earrings: Another great set of jewelry every woman needs because just like diamond stud earrings; hoop earrings whether classic or diamond, these beautiful earrings go with every look. And yes, they look absolutely great with short or pulled back hair.
4. Fashion/Cocktail Ring: Most of us know this as the "right hand ring" but I'm talking about a fun ring that can be worn on any finger of any hand. Don't narrow it down to just the ring finger. The cocktail ring adds a bit of a fun to your look. Back in the day, women always wore beautiful extravagant rings that included colored gemstones or all diamonds. This is something every woman should have in her jewelry box. Choose something classic yet with a simple design twist that no matter what it will always remain in style. Some examples would be the Art Deco style rings or just one main big gemstone with diamonds surrounding it.
5. Diamond or Metal Necklace: Another staple in the jewelry box, is a necklace you can wear on every occasion. Usually, this is a classic diamond necklace; however we can expand that to a beautiful necklace with gold, silver, rose gold, or white gold. If you go with a diamond necklace, just like diamond studs, usually a single stone diamond necklace can be traded up for a larger stone in the future at most jewelry stores. So, take the time and invest in a beautiful necklace made with real gold or white gold. It will benefit you in the long run.
These are just 5 of the jewelry essentials every woman needs in her jewelry box. Take the time to build it up over the years. Reward yourself with diamond studs when you reach a goal or achieve a milestone, it's worth it ladies. The value of fine jewelry will last a lot longer than the accessories you get at H&M or Amazon. And it's worth the investment. You can always get something out of it if you want to change it.