Fashion Jewellery Advice for 2009

Jewellery is like anything else in fashion, it changes with
the seasons. 2008 was all about wearing less jewellery but
making bold statements with one or two show-stopping
pieces. Statement jewellery looks like being big in 2009 as
well but now we're talking even bigger and bolder.
Geometric shapes and ethnic-inspired pieces are really big
this year, with an emphasis on rich, bold colours.
Prominent stones and gems are also very popular in this
year's collections so it could be time to dust off some of
your Mum's old chunky diamante jewellery and hit the
streets. Here's our complete low down on what's hot in the
world of fashion jewellery for 2009:

Tribal jewellery is going to be huge this year. Big beads,
ceramics, leather and seeds will all be common place and
will perfectly compliment bold ethnic prints that will
dominate this summer's high streets.

With the economic crisis causing caution and the price of
gold increasing, alternative (cheaper) materials are on the
agenda. Silver, and even brass, look to be big favourites
this year.

Black and white never go away and will continue to play
their part in 2009. Colours for spring and summer will be
yellows and greens with red coming back in for autumn.

Bangles, bracelets and cuffs are top of the pile as far as
fashion accessories for 2009 go. Big, chunky and bold are
this year's buzz words, and don't worry about going too big
- the bigger, the better! Simple chains, chunky bangles and
cuffs all made regular appearances in the major
collections. Cuffs worn on the wrist or forearm, and
multiple chunky bracelets worn on the same wrist are the
way to way them.

If you're feeling brave and want the wow factor, wear
colours that clash in your clothes and jewellery. Clashing
colours and styles - once thought to be the preferred style
of satan himself - is very much 'in' this year. Fashion
experts and designers alike have all highlighted 'clashing'
as one of 2009's big themes. Do away with the dull, drab
and dowdy and get to work with the bold and brash.

Pack away those tiny studs and little loops, earrings this
year are all about the dangle. We're talking big, bright,
bold and dangley. We want to see those earrings hanging
down below your jawline.

Butterflys are the creature of choice for the fashion
jewellery industry this year. Foral-inspired pieces will be
prominent.

Jewellery made from environmentally-friendly materials, and
fair trade accessories are set to take 2009 by storm. We
expect to see a lot of handcrafted jewellery as well as the
industry moves away from mass-produced jewellery.

Extravangence is out this year as we all batten down the
hatches until the recession passes. That doesn't mean you
can't enjoy yourself though. Have fun making your own
jewellery, customising and experimenting with what you've
got, and get down to your local flea markets to see what
bold and beautiful bargains you can pick up. If you're a
wholesale fashion jewellery supplier follow these tips and
you won't go wrong.

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