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Amanda’s Style File: Graduated With Honors
Graduated stones make for elevated tennis-style pieces and dramatic statement necklaces.
This Jacquie Aiche graduated turquoise beaded necklace in 14-karat yellow gold ($3,430) is one of 18 pieces in the latest Amanda’s Style File featuring jewelry with graduating gemstones.
Tennis everything is hotter than hot.
While the simplicity of the tennis trend is part of the allure, the style seemingly has graduated.
No, the tennis trend isn’t moving on; instead, it is taking on a new personality in the way of graduated stone sizes and shapes.
Although, the trend isn’t limited to tennis-style pieces.
Graduated diamond and gemstone line earrings provide a little drama.
Graduated size stones add further dimension to wrap rings and bracelets.
Classic necklace and bracelet styles get a little refresh while staying true to their timeless heritage.
This style doesn’t need a lot of pomp and circumstance.
The only speech needed is, “Add to cart.”
While the simplicity of the tennis trend is part of the allure, the style seemingly has graduated.
No, the tennis trend isn’t moving on; instead, it is taking on a new personality in the way of graduated stone sizes and shapes.
Although, the trend isn’t limited to tennis-style pieces.
Graduated diamond and gemstone line earrings provide a little drama.
Graduated size stones add further dimension to wrap rings and bracelets.
Classic necklace and bracelet styles get a little refresh while staying true to their timeless heritage.
This style doesn’t need a lot of pomp and circumstance.
The only speech needed is, “Add to cart.”
Adam Neeley “Echo” earrings in 14-karat white gold and 14-karat, 18-karat, and 22-karat yellow gold with an ombré effect of white Akoya pearls graduating in size and color into golden South Sea pearls (price upon request)
Ashley Zhang antique diamond graduated tennis necklace in 14-karat white and yellow gold ($10,800)
Brevani 14-karat yellow gold necklace with diamonds ($3,400)
Casey Perez 14-karat yellow gold "Valley Hoops" with natural pave diamonds ($6,860)
Emily P. Wheeler 18-karat yellow gold “Wrap” ring with sapphires and apatites ($6,200)
Gabriel & Co. 14-karat yellow and white gold vertical bar necklace with diamonds ($2,600)
Hamilton Jewelers “Star” earrings in 14-karat yellow gold and diamond ($1,700)
Jacquie Aiche medium graduated turquoise beaded necklace in 14-karat yellow gold ($3,430)
Jade Ruzzo “Phoebe” earrings in 18-karat yellow gold with lagoon green tourmalines ($15,300)
Jenna Blake five-stone emerald drop earrings in 18-karat yellow gold ($16,400)
Kwiat 18-karat yellow gold and graduated diamond bangle ($13,500)
Lauren Addison South Sea pearl and diamond cuff earrings in platinum (price upon request)
Mark Henry “Bubbly” sapphire and diamond graduating hoop earrings in 18-karat yellow gold ($7,950)
Moritz Glik enamel tennis bracelet with emeralds, diamonds, and a white sapphire "Kaleidoscope Shaker" in 18-karat yellow gold ($22,550)
Orman “Beam” rose quartz and morganite earrings in 14-karat yellow gold ($6,210)
Rahaminov Diamonds round-cut diamond necklace in 18-karat white gold (price upon request)
Syna salmon-coral bead necklace set in 18-karat yellow gold ($14,500)
Todd Reed 18-karat yellow gold necklace with aquamarine beads and black brilliant-cut diamonds (price upon request)
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