Women tend to gravitate toward other women that have the same style. As a result, friends can often end up having the same clothes or jewelry as each other. This is fine when you’re younger, since best friends like to match, but it can be embarrassing when you’re older and wanting to have a unique look. If you all shop at the same stores and like the same things, how can you avoid this?
Choosing a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry is the answer. You can find independent jewelry makers at local fairs and markets or online. Often, they’ll make custom pieces depending on your favorite colors and styles. Find unique necklaces, rings or bracelets with colored beads to make your friends truly envious. They’ll want to be copycats, but they won’t find a replica of your new piece of jewelry no matte how hard they try!
Earrings are often understated pieces of jewelry; women and girls can wear simple metal or stone studs day after day. But in the past few years, unique earrings have been popular as statement pieces. Chandelier-style earrings are commonly seen everywhere from Hollywood red carpets to small-town offices. Dramatic drop earrings look great with pulled-back hairstyles, often showcasing beautiful gemstones. And hoop earrings, large or small, beaded or bejeweled, are classic alternatives to plain studs.
Unique earrings work best when they’re the focus of a look. Pair chandelier earrings with a solid, strapless dress, and pull your hair back for even more drama. Wear an outfit in a muted color with bright earrings to make them pop. Mix and match clothing and earring styles, too – you can pair casual jeans and a t-shirt with dressier earrings for an unexpected look.