Summer is the perfect time to have fun with accessories, particularly jewelry. With significantly less fabric covering our bodies, hemlines hiked up and sleeves slashed, we're given a golden opportunity to let our wrists, necks and ears make some major stylistic statements.
Fringe jewelry is my absolute favorite way to make an impression with accessories this summer.
I love fringe accents in general – on bags, shoes, clothes – I enjoy it all, which is why I’m so glad it’s made a ripple-like influence into jewelry this season. And it’s fantastic.
This year, Louis Vuitton and Chanel incorporated amazing pieces of fringe jewelry into their 2011 summer collections, including long fringe earrings in metallic colors; a great add-on to a summer wardrobe that can be dressed up or down.
Chanel
My mission now was to find fringe jewelry accented with champagne diamonds. Not surprisingly, I found many pieces that showcase champagne diamonds in dramatic and beautiful fringe designs.
Just one look at Nina Bukvic's gold and silver fringe drop earrings with cognac diamonds make me want to party! They have rock star written all over them… champagne please… the kind WITH bubbles.
These 18k gold chandelier earrings with black and brown diamond fringe, contrary to the previous design, are classic and delicate; proving that fringe does not only have ‘rock-star’ appeal.
Now for a statement piece. This fringe necklace is stunning, made all in 18k Italian gold. I love that the clasp is just as glamorous, featuring a large piece of carved jade embedded with champagne diamonds.
Last but not least, a pair of fabulous fringe earrings, designed by Italian jeweler Lucia Odeschalchi. Made in 24k gold with brown diamonds and oxidized silver fringe, these shoulder dusters are chic and graphic in an Art Deco sort of way. Not to mention that they immediately dress up any look.