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From rustic to regal, fabulous to funky... organic materials show their natural elegance and their wild side in fall/winter fashion.
Natural wood beads (carved, painted or stained), especially when mixed with sparkling Swarovski® crystal beads, shiny precious metals and jet-black onyx, portray a look of subtle sophistication.
Some of humankind's first adornments, ivory-colored horn and bone beads, are also being mixed with colorful, glittering crystals and faceted gemstones for refreshing, untamed styles with a dash of luxury.
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Pearls have become the quintessential accessory in fashion today, running the gamut from Coco Chanel classic in yards of long, round white pearl strands to irregularly-shaped, multi-color pearls clustered and mixed with gems, fabric, leather, chain, rubber and even plastic.
-- Deborah A. Yonick, JQ Magazine
Always a traditional classic... cultured freshwater pearls. This fall/winter season, pearls are blending with Swarovski® crystal beads and gemstone beads in rich purples, olives, maroons and deep browns creating lavish looks in both traditional and modern styles.
The delicate femininity of pearls add just the right amount of contrast to hard, organic materials and the shiny mystique of black onyx to slightly soften the harshness.
Coins, sticks and irregular round pearls in large sizes and multi-colors layer in long lengths forming freestyle designs that capture the classic, functional and organic spirits of each new trend.
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Black onyx has a dark, lustrous surface that fits perfectly into fall/winter fashion's no-nonsense, confident styles. Black onyx is said to have protective qualities and to be useful in fighting basic fears. It is associated with courage, which is the image portrayed by the Modern Mystique trend.
Modern, high-tech inspired jewelry mixes the steely shine of sterling silver beads and marcasite with the prominent black shades of onyx.
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Beautiful smoky quartz gems are seen in every trend this fall and winter. They're elegant, but fun; traditional, yet modern. Smoky quartz can mix with any color of gemstone beads, Swarovski® crystal beads or glass beads.
Depending on the look, smoky quartz can contrast or blend in the jewelry design. Faceted symmetrical beads and briolettes add ultra-sophistication and classic elegance. Tumbled and irregularly faceted nuggets take designs to new levels of modern chic and revive ordinary styles with a wild flair.
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