For over five thousand years, centuries before Cleopatra commissioned her lavish gold rings and necklaces, women have been expressing and adorning themselves with gold jewelry.
By Padmini Singh
2/21/2005
Photos by Laura Petrilla
Jewelry courtesy of Padmini Singh designs
This fall, celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow, Halle Berry, Heidi Klum and even Michael Jordon were seen walking down the red carpet flaunting gold jewelry. J. Lo favored oversized gold hoop earrings while Christina Aguilera's often bare tummy was ornamented with a gold belly chain. The fashion diktat is clear, and jewelry designers are preparing for the big boom in yellow gold.
Ancient treasures are one of today’s inspirations for the most advanced designers. When you are building up your gold jewelry wardrobe make sure to have a traditional Indian or Egyptian necklace. This chunky gold jewelry embedded with colored gem stones, lends an unbeatable glamorous look. Worn with a simple, elegant outfit it dazzles.
Gold chains are an addiction because they take many different forms and are easily worn with everything. Whether worn solo or in multiples, chains make a fashion statement. Choker style necklaces accentuate delicate necklines. Single strands or long chains worn together over plain dresses create elegant simplicity. Why not go for a theatrical style and drape bold chains down your back!
Earrings are still the number one must-have. Long and dangling, big hoops, geometric, chandelier, drops – these styles and shapes are a hit on any runway. Take plenty of time to choose the style that will enhance your features and flatter your face shape.
Gold rings, nose rings, anklets, bangles have taken a new place in fashion as well. More women are treating themselves to fine gold jewelry for work, evening and weekend wear. Day or night, casual or elegant, fine gold jewelry can be paired with casual jeans, tailored suits or elegant evening attire.
Find fabulous gold jewelry at any of these local retailers:
Thomas Jewelers, Sewickley (412) 741-3866
Padmini Singh, Shadyside (412) 225-6410 / 6409
Banner & Banner Jewelers, Liberty Avenue (412) 281-1320
Forever Gold, Yost Boulevard, Forest Hills (412) 391-8039
Touch Of Gold, Forbes Avenue (412) 687-3867
