This season is a season of nostalgia because last time we saw fruity patterns so popular was back in 1950s. Fruity in moderation is key to wearing these prints. Here’s a good rule of thumb – if it looks good on a 5 or 6 year old then it’s not for a grown women. If your in your 20s-30s you can choose one item that is a big and bold fruit to make your outfit standout. Don’t get carried away. One will make a statement. If your in your 40s fruity sweetness can quickly sour. Avoid big and bold, rather opting for mini fruit motifs. Small delicate non overpowering fruit is key here If your 50+ then no more than a hint of fruit is for you. How about a cherry tote bag or a pineapple brooch pinned to your blouse, or some strawberries on your flip flops. Remember light is much tastier!

This season has a wonderful mix of cuts and styles, from tunics to fitted blouses, to convertible halter dresses. There are choices for all ages, shapes, and sizes. You’ll find fruity prints from head to toe, so enjoy and wear what feels right and looks good. Remember to you can always accessorize with fruity jewelry, belts, and shoes. Make your fashion statement!

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Both titanium and platinum are very hot. Both brides and grooms are jumping on bandwagon for something different that traditional yellow gold of past. Guys and gals alike appreciate beauty of platinum and wearability of titanium. Today’s platinum is no longer mixed with yellow gold. Today high polished platinum is a star all by itself. The popularity of titanium wedding bands is also growing leaps and bonds. Titanium has same look as platinum with two advantages it’s considerably cheaper, and its much more durable than platinum.

Jewelers today are borrowing design ideas from past. Delicate scroll work and intricate patterns are very popular. Designs from Art Nouveau and Edwardian period are very popular with their flowing geometric designs. Designs are no longer stiff but flowing and fluid. Custom designer wedding sets have become very vogue. Today wedding sets are chosen with same thought a woman puts into purchasing clothing. Women are much more in tune to their entire fashion statement and since their wedding rings are worn all time they want their rings to reflect who they are. They also like to choose wedding rings that will work with other jewelry pieces they wear.

The most popular diamond shape is round brilliant cut, however many women are choosing some of more non traditional cuts for their engagement rings. Emerald cuts, baguettes, and marquis cuts have grown in popularity in last few years.

Today’s choices allow both bride and groom to combine tradition with choices that reflect their personal tastes and their own personalities. Never has their been a time in history when design of wedding bands and engagement rings was so intricately tied to individual who would wear it. Price, selection, and style are as wide as imagination.

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