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16 Pieces Perfect for Valentine’s Day
From “everyday” diamond jewelry to stackable rings and bangles, essential pieces make great, price-point friendly choices for consumers shopping for the day of love.
When it comes to Valentine’s Day, diamond jewelry that can be worn every day is a smart choice for jewelers to stock this year.
“Everyday diamonds are the perfect gift,” says Amanda Gizzi, Jewelers of America’s director of public relations and special events and a trend-spotter who appears on TV to talk to consumers about jewelry. “These essentials are a daily reminder of the loved one that gave the gift.”
Specifically, she noted diamond cluster stud earrings, bar pendants, diamond-accented bangles and cuffs and stackable pieces as go-to items.
And when it comes to color? “Pink and red gemstones … express feelings for love and admiration,” she says. “Colored gemstones are also perfect for fitting into any size budget.”
Check out Gizzi talking about Valentine’s Day jewels last Friday on KGun9’s The Morning Blend in Tucson, and click through this gallery to see 16 pieces of jewelry that consumers would want to buy for Valentine’s Day.
Stackable Rings and Bangles. Monica Rich Kosann’s stack of 18-karat yellow, rose and white gold “Posey” rings, set with diamonds, rubies or sapphires (starting at $465). MonicaRichKosann.com
Red Gem Jewels. Pasquale Bruni’s “Amore” rings, in 18-karat white gold with diamonds and red enamel ($3,670) and 18-karat rose gold with red enamel ($1,720) PasqualeBruni.com
Bar and Pendant Necklaces. Sethi Couture’s 18-karat yellow and rose gold bar necklaces are set with white baguette diamonds ($2,640 each). SethiCouture.com
Everyday Diamonds. Swarovski’s “Creativity” small circle earrings offer zirconia stones set in an 18-karat rose gold-plated metal ($59). Swarovski.com
Everyday Diamonds. Sylvie Collection’s 14-karat white gold earrings with diamonds ($510) SylvieCollection.com
Red Gem Jewels. Wendy Brandes’ 6 mm ruby stud earrings are set in 18-karat yellow gold ($800). WendyBrandes.com
Bar and Pendant Necklaces. Alex Woo’s “Little Words” 14-karat yellow gold “Taken” arrow necklace ($628); sterling silver custom “Little Letters” necklace ($298); and 14-karat yellow gold “Little Words” necklace with “Mrs” rings ($748) AlexWoo.com
Everyday Diamonds. Carelle’s 18-karat rose gold and diamond pavé “Knot” ring ($5,850) Carelle.com
Red Gem Jewels. Carrera y Carrera’s “Orquideas” maxi ring in 18-karat yellow gold with diamonds and rubies ($29,700) CarreraYCarrera.com
Red Gem Jewels. Harry Winston’s “Sunflower” earrings feature ruby and diamonds set in platinum (price upon request). HarryWinston.com
Bar and Pendant Necklaces. Hearts on Fire’s “Aerial” necklace is available in 18-karat white, yellow or rose gold with 1.05 carats of diamonds ($4,700). HeartsOnFire.com
Everyday Diamonds. H. Stern’s “Genesis” bracelet is made in the brand’s 18-karat “noble” gold with cognac diamonds ($47,000). HStern.net
Stackable Rings and Bangles. Jack Kelége’s 18-karat yellow, rose and white gold bangles with round white diamonds (yellow and white gold, $25,000; rose gold, $23,500) JackKelege.com
Bar and Pendant Necklaces. Jude Frances’s “Provence” 18-karat yellow gold and diamond bar necklace ($1,350) JudeFrances.com
Stackable Rings and Bangles. Mimata’s diamond-set 19-karat yellow and white gold “Empress” rings ($1,430 each) Mimata.pt
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