You can turn one little black dress into dozens of stylish looks fit for day or night with the right jewellery. Accessorizing with jewellery can complement and enhance any outfit. Expand your wardrobe and upgrade your basics by following these simple rules.

The Power of Colour

Match colours for a bold and vibrant look. Sport sapphire earrings with a brilliant blue toned jacket or sweater set. Make a colour statement by wearing ruby or garnet jewellery with a vivid red top or evening dress. Intensify warm colour shades like oranges and yellows with rose gold accent jewels. Matching clothing and jewellery colours can intensify your colour for unique and expressive effects.

Use complementary colours for a more dramatic colour story. Colours directly opposite one another on a colour wheel are known as “complementary colours” and they give the greatest colour contrast for your ensemble. Red and green, and blue and orange are examples of colour counterparts. Deep green stones in a necklace against a red top make each individual colour pop. Yellow gold worn with blue has a similar effect.

The Rule of “Opposites”

Opposites attracts – and enhances each other – when you are talking about fashion. One example is the pairing of “simple and complex” when talking about jewellery and clothing. If your dress is in an uncomplicated style and a neutral tone, big, bold jewellery in striking colours works best. If you are wearing

 

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