Jewelry Wardrobing 101: How to Curate Your Signature Style
As a jewelry store owner, I may be biased, but I think that fine jewelry should be worn daily—not just for special occasions. Life is a series of celebrations, and our jewelry speaks to them! Remember that pearl necklace gifted to you on your 16th birthday, or the diamond studs you received when you graduated from college? These are now staples in your collection that cement memories and help express yourself.
Elevate your style by mixing pieces that reflect your journey and family history with new designs for a custom look that transitions seamlessly from coffee dates to black-tie galas. Whether starting from scratch or refreshing your daily rotation, heed these tips to expertly curate your jewelry wardrobe.
Beautifully curated karat-gold neck mess options from jewelry designer Penny Preville
Build Around Foundational Pieces
Just as every classic wardrobe relies on a tailored white blouse or the perfect blazer, a curated jewelry collection begins with building blocks.
The Signature Necklace. This can be a pendant necklace or gold chain that serves as the base of your daily stack.
Versatile Styles. Here, diamond-studded, huggie-style hoops, a cute stud earring or climber in your second ear piercing, and textured mixed metal stacking bands can add interest to your mix.
A Statement Piece. Finally, a bold gemstone ring or sculptural cuff popping with juicy, jewel-tone sapphires or rubies adds instant drama—and memorability—to any look.
Links to Love: Choose a similar staple for yourself
Redesign Jewels You No Longer Wear
The foundation of your jewelry wardrobe comprises pieces you already own. We all have forgotten gems—grandmother’s vintage brooch or an inherited cocktail ring—that are gathering dust. Bring them out of your jewelry box and into the light of Mystique Jewelers to turn these heirlooms into modern must-haves.
Take pieces that you haven’t worn in a year to our Old Town location in Alexandria. We’ll assess the quality and type of your gold and gemstones, and our master goldsmiths can work with you to reimagine those vintage materials into current, wearable treasures.
Turn grandmother’s old sapphires and diamonds into a stunning disc style
Mix the Old with the New
A curated jewelry collection is gathered over time. Wear your redesigned heirlooms with newly made styles from Mystique’s designer offerings. Consider Sloane Street, Mazza, Penny Preville, and more styles crafted for today’s collectors that pair well with storied, vintage companions like your grandmother’s platinum watch. Blend the old with the new to create a rich contrast that is uniquely yours.
Shop this Mystique-made showstopper here! A carved lapis moon-face pendant necklace in 14k yellow gold
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Ready to Create Your Signature Style?
Inspired to build your own jewelry wardrobe? Let us help you make this holiday season your most memorable one yet through the selection of a new treasure or a reimagined heirloom.
Bring your unworn pieces or bold custom ideas to us in October to ensure final pieces are ready to shine at holiday gatherings in December. Visit Mystique Jewelers in Old Town Alexandria or Middleburg to schedule a custom design consultation with our team of jewelry experts.
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See something you love on our website? Save it and send the link to someone who needs the hint! Then stop by Mystique in Old Town to try it on.
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