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Amanda’s Style File: Dainty Delights
While statement pieces always shine, it’s time for everyday staples to be the star of the show.
The “Noeud” ring by Yvonne Léon is one of 17 pieces in Amanda’s Style File that can become their wearer’s next everyday staple.
Jewelry doesn’t have to be bold to make a statement. Sometimes, it is the simplest items that have the biggest impact.
In a world where bigger is usually better, delicate pieces of jewelry are the perfect staples that get worn day-in and day-out and perfectly complete an outfit.
Dainty jewelry styles include delicate cuff bracelets, simple yet stunning stud earrings, picture perfect pendants, and rings that are just the right size.
Smaller pieces of jewelry don’t always get the recognition they deserve because they aren’t flashy or trendy. However, these dainty delights are demure and, quite frankly, a breath of fresh air.
Here are 17 of Amanda’s Style File selects where dainty jewelry becomes the star of the show.
In a world where bigger is usually better, delicate pieces of jewelry are the perfect staples that get worn day-in and day-out and perfectly complete an outfit.
Dainty jewelry styles include delicate cuff bracelets, simple yet stunning stud earrings, picture perfect pendants, and rings that are just the right size.
Smaller pieces of jewelry don’t always get the recognition they deserve because they aren’t flashy or trendy. However, these dainty delights are demure and, quite frankly, a breath of fresh air.
Here are 17 of Amanda’s Style File selects where dainty jewelry becomes the star of the show.
77 Diamonds “Astra” emerald necklace set in 18-karat white gold ($2,160)
Alison Lou 14-karat yellow gold “Wildflower” necklace with green enamel and a white diamond ($905)
Bondeye Jewelry “Triad” necklace with 14-karat yellow gold, sterling silver, white topaz, and diamond ($1,360)
Carina Hardy 18-karat yellow gold “Daughter” ring with pearls ($800)
Emily P. Wheeler “Tilly” studs with sapphires set in 18-karat yellow gold ($1,900)
Facets of Fire three-stone, princess-cut diamond pendant set in 14-karat yellow gold ($3,090)
Guzema “Light My Fire Match” bracelet in 18-karat white gold with a diamond ($2,800)
Judi Powers Jewelry “Tiny Star” earrings with champagne diamonds in 18-karat green gold ($4,850)
Mazarin “Duchess Eboris” ring in 18-karat yellow gold ($1,160)
Michael M “Chroma” bracelet in 14-karat yellow gold with pavé diamonds ($2,650)
Minka 18-karat yellow gold and diamond “Ley Line” necklace ($6,830)
Natasha Schweitzer “Ilona” round diamond and pearl earrings set in 9-karat white gold ($699)
Nouvel Heritage 18-karat rose gold and diamond bracelet ($1,200)
Pamela Love bezel-set “Heart” pendant in 14-karat yellow gold with opal ($675)
Verragio 18-karat yellow gold “Ministar” diamond bracelet ($750)
White Space “Luna” petite huggies in 14-karat yellow gold ($890)
Yvonne Léon 18-karat yellow gold double “Noeud” ring with grey diamonds (price upon request)
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