As the dark days of the recession are ending, jewelry is taking on a brighter, lighter and more contemporary look as seen at the recent round of summer shows, including JCK and Couture in Vegas as well as JA New York, Luxury Privé, ENK Accessorie Circuit and the NY NOW gift show. Lacy vintage-inspired openwork has been replaced by clean lines and geometric forms with large areas of open space. It is still a style that uses less metal and small diamonds to keep the price point accessible, yet it is more modern, with a sleek edgy feel. It also has that all-important big presence — that many consumers love — without being too flashy, as understatement is still desired, but the need to be discreet is dissipating. It also keeps the pieces from appearing heavy. The word for jewelry at this point in time is open. Open center cuffs and rings, or cuffs and rings with a layered feel, but negative space between the bands that lets some sexy skin show through is the mode of the moment. Diamonds are everywhere, especially small diamonds that are sprinkled across jewelry as accents or applied generously for high impact. Baguettes are popular with designers for their geometric simplicity, while rose cuts remain a favorite for their subtle shimmer that couples with less ornate settings surrounded by modern-cut diamonds.
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Article from the Rapaport Magazine - September 2015. To subscribe click here.