Tips for wearing your jewelry well

The necklaces

Long necklaces, long chains, or pendants are great choices for those who tend to have a short neck, small bust, a short torso, or a round face. They'll add style to a simple blouse or tunic sweater in a simple cut and color. For larger busts, make sure the necklace is longer than the fullness of your breasts (approximately 4 inches).

Earrings

The small pearl, the diamond point (real or fake) and the small hoop are the earrings that best suit everyone. They are discreet and feminine at the same time. Worn with jeans or a cocktail dress, it's a classic! The models that hang downwards will be very chic if the hair is tied up or for those with short hair, and for rounded faces, but on the condition of not wearing a necklace that attracts too much attention, that would be a faux pas!

A very ornate earring should be worn for an evening out, as this will require much more makeup, otherwise it risks weighing down your complexion considerably.

Ring

A very personal piece of jewelry: a wedding or engagement ring, or one that is passed down from generation to generation. The rule is only one per hand, and preferably of the same color. Either white or yellow gold, with the only exception: if the different shades are found in the same ring and not on two or three different rings.

Watch

Be careful to choose a watch that is proportional to the structure of your arm. A strong arm and a watch with a thin strap will make the wrist appear massive and vice versa. Dare to break away from the ordinary, it's an accessory that's easy to wear every day, so go for it in style! The classic watch with a small numbered dial and a thin black or brown leather strap is outdated!

If you prefer leather straps to mesh straps, go for color!

Bracelet

Charm bracelets are very popular as well as the multiplication of small bracelets.

They are worn more often in summer or during the holidays because the garments have no sleeves, which slims the wrist and updates the outfit.

Gold or silver

Certain skin tones will benefit more from wearing gold or silver.

If your skin has a yellowish, almost golden tint, or if your hair is red or golden blond, gold will suit you.

Conversely, if your skin has blue highlights and a gray undertone, or if your hair is ash, dark black, or gray, silver will be your best choice.

In short

• Mix the true with the false
• Multi-row necklaces and chains
• We avoid accessories worn in small “kits”
• Avoid mixing gold and silver
• No jewelry that is too thin for larger sizes
• Choose a statement piece of jewelry for each outfit

Reference: Nadine Joannette, personal stylist