Vintage jewellery is the latest trend in fashion jewellery and celebrities are spending large sums of money to buy genuine pieces, some are even looting their grandmother’s jewellery boxes or checking out local thrift or similar stores hoping to find a piece. This genre of jewellery offers a variety of designs from which to chose, beginning with the three most popular which are the Victorian, the Edwardian, and the retro.
As the name implies, Victorian jewellery is inspired by the jewellery of Queen Victorian which is a display of splendor and includes necklaces studded with stones and chokers. These pieces, intricately designed, are baroque and have a myriad of styles, combinations and color. They are ideal for stylish black dresses.
When compared with pieces of the Victorian era, Edwardian jewellery tends to have less detail with its simplicity giving it a contemporary feel. Many pieces have a signature swag and bow design while some brooches are graced with a circular design which has a stone in the center surrounded by a motif of leaves and flowers, another Edwardian signature design. This genre also includes some of the finest rings, with the snake ring being the era’s most popular. These designs are ideal for any formal occasion wherein the key is understated elegance.
Charming collections of retro jewellery, often called a junkies dream, can be found online and are certain to grab attention making them ideal gifts for teenagers as well as adults. These pieces of vintage costume jewellery ordinarily have a butterfly and flower motif set with rhinestones and are perfect for a fun party. Retro jewellery can also be found in a great array of bracelets, earrings and charms which will fit anyone’s budget and style.
Art nouveau vintage pieces are the ideal choices for romantics who love elegant jewellery and this vintage jewellery can also be worn for casual outings as well as for very formal events.