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Jewelry EssentialsYou have a little black dress, a suit, jeans, flats, and boots. But do you have the jewelry essentials? With a few sparkling basics, you won't just be dressed for every occasion, but accessorized too. Modern women rely on a wardrobe of jewelry that's timeless, versatile and beautiful. And if you shop smart, it can also be very affordable! Start with everyday diamonds.  | Simple diamond pendants look just as at home with a t-shirt as they do a silk blouse or evening gown. Choose a light chain that glides across your collarbone, and you may forget you even have it on - except for all the compliments you'll receive! |  | To celebrate a special achievement, why not treat yourself to a diamond tennis bracelet. This eye-catching accessory goes with a variety of elegant looks, and it definitely says "I've arrived." | Add a classic watch.  | Everything you wear will look more pulled-together with a watch that complements your other jewelry. Choose something large enough to make a statement, but small enough to wear with a chic dress. And think about the rest of your jewelry before choosing white or yellow metal. Over time, you can collect a few different styles to go with your moods and outfits. Some people like to wear a sporty style with many different looks; others prefer something more dressy. Shop around and decide what speaks to you. | Pearls are for parties - or just to dress up a simple sweater.  | A strand of pearls and matching earrings signal class and character. Pearls are a great investment---something you'll cherish for years, and perhaps hand down to your own children. Pearls feel wonderful against the skin, and set off the brightness of your smile. Wear a single strand or layer them. We carry a wide selection of pearls in many shapes, sizes and colors. Learn more about them, then browse through our collection to decide what will work best with your wardrobe. Black pearls, for example, look stunning with grey, red and even cream outfits, and they're a beautiful change if you already have a collection of white pearls. We even offer peach-colored pearls — perfect with a wardrobe full of soft pastel colors. | Jump through hoops - hoop earrings, that is.  | Simple gold hoops never go out of style. They give a confident look to a suit, jeans, or even a flowy dress. And they come in sizes that work with any shape face or hair length. For more versatility, collect a few different styles — larger hoops for casual, trendy outfits, and smaller diamond hoops for dressier occasions. | Create your own style.  | Some women have a jewelry signature - whether it's dozens of bangles, a solitaire diamond pendant or an ever-present swirl of pearls. Whatever look you choose, make sure you buy high-quality jewelry from a reputable store, and make sure you buy with your heart and your head. | For tips on developing your own up-to-date style, see our Trends Report. And remember that while it's important to keep up with the times, you should also stay true to your personal sense of style. If you buy what you love, no matter what happens to be in fashion, you will always feel confident and beautiful wearing it. Treating yourself works wonders.  | Whether you just got a promotion, hit a birthday that ends in a zero, or just think you've waited long enough, you're joining the ranks of a trend - women who don't wait for men to buy them the jewelry they crave. So if you're missing a basic piece, or want to splurge on a right-hand ring, don't wait for someone else to come along and read your mind. It's better to give and receive simultaneously! | And so does hinting and wishing.Want someone to get the message for an upcoming occasion or holiday? Send them an e-hint. Or create a wish list and share it when the time is right. For more information on each element of a complete jewelry wardrobe, browse through our helpful jewelry buying guides. |
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