Marilyn Monroe performed ‘Diamonds are a girl’s best friend’ in the 1953 film. Gentlemen prefer blondes.
In the iconic scene, the superstar wears a hot pink strapless dress, accessorized with matching gloves and stacks of heavy-handed diamond jewelry.
More than seventy years later, diamonds are still A girl’s best friend, but we use them in a completely different way.
Once considered too flashy for daytime, modern girls like Nicole Richie and Zoe Kravitz don’t wait for a formal event to add sparkle to their outfit.
Industry experts reveal how to brilliantly stack diamond jewelry because every day is a special occasion.
More than seventy years later, diamonds are still a girl’s best friend, but we use them very differently. Once considered too flashy for daytime, modern girls don’t wait for a formal event to add sparkle to their outfit.
A tennis bracelet is a status piece
The single row of diamonds sparkling on someone’s wrist exudes incomparable timeless sophistication.
“A tennis bracelet is a classic, so it’s automatically the perfect complement to what you already have, whether it’s a handmade treasure or a designer bracelet,” says Monica Rich Kosann, founder and creative director of Monica Rich Kosann.
“They move with you and accompany everything, from day to night.”
The style comes in a variety of metals, including yellow, rose and white gold, silver and platinum.
They can feature any diamond shape (including oval, emerald cut, round and asscher) in a continuous row.
“Personally, I love the classic diamond version, which is a nod to the creator of the tennis bracelet, Chris Evert, with whom I have a collection,” Monica shares.
‘A new layer of bling always helps a lot!’ Even when paired with the popular summer beaded stretch bracelets or friendship styles.
“A tennis bracelet is classic, so it’s automatically the perfect complement to what you already have, whether it’s a handmade treasure or a designer bracelet,” says Monica Rich Kosann, founder and creative director of Monica Rich Kosann.
Decorate your digits like a pro
The combinations are endless when stacking rings, but achieving an intentional and harmonious look requires the help of a professional.
Enter bada** jeweler Dara Kaye.
“Personally, I love to mix as many textures as I can when stacking, i.e. pavé, mixed diamond shapes, and the settings that the bands are made with,” says Dara.
‘I’m always looking to add a timeless style, but it has to be with a different touch! I look at the juxtaposed settings, making sure there are bevels along with tips and, again, shapes. For additional points of interest, add chain!
‘My Candy Drop double ring won’t come off for this very reason. This is the easiest way to raise a stack as it has chains and dripping diamonds.
“If you can add movement in some way, you’re guaranteed to add an extra element of interest and joy.”
Within their collection, Dara offers a cigar band encrusted with multiple shaped diamonds, which can add dimension and wow factor to any stack.
This weekend, Dara Kaye Jewelry is launching Eternity bands (the “new classics”) for easy mixing, matching and stacking!
The combinations are endless when stacking rings, but achieving an intentional and harmonious look requires the help of a professional. Enter the bada** jeweler Dara Kaye
“Personally, I love mixing as many textures as I can when stacking, i.e. pavé, mixed diamond shapes, and the settings that the bands are made with,” Dara shares.
This weekend, Dara Kaye Jewelry is launching a collection of Eternity bands – the perfect style for stacking
The ace of diamonds is a necklace.
The tennis necklace, the bracelet’s cooler brother, has been seen on the necks of celebrities and streetstyle stars lately.
And it’s no surprise, as it’s the perfect piece to layer or wear alone.
“My best tip for styling a tennis necklace is to make it the centerpiece of your necklace ensemble,” shares Keren Yoshua, founder of Artizan Jewelry.
‘A great summer necklace stack starts with a heart-shaped tennis necklace that sits high on your collarbone.
“Top it off with a gold Cuban chain that’s a little longer than your sneakers and finish the look with an emerald pendant for a fresh look.”
‘A great summer necklace stack starts with a heart-shaped tennis necklace that sits high on your collarbone. “Top it with a gold Cuban chain that’s a little longer than your sneakers and finish the outfit with an emerald pendant for a fresh vibe,” says Keren Yoshua, founder of Artizan Joyeria.
A hole, a lot of love.
High temperatures call for heat-fighting hairstyles like a loose ponytail or an undone bun.
To look fresh all summer long, invest in some statement ears.
Designer and founder of Tai Jewelry Tai Rittichai reveals his best tips for achieving the perfect assortment.
“There are so many different types of earrings you can experiment and play with, including ear cuffs, ear jackets, and linear dangles,” shares Tai. “It’s all about mixing and matching.”
According to the expert, an interesting assortment is the perfect way to glam up a casual summer look.
‘Personally, I love outfits that combine sparkly chains (like our linear chain earrings) with some light blue earrings and ear cuffs.
‘Once you create a collection, the combinations are endless. You can create a delicate everyday look with a combination of delicate hoops and studs or go bold with chunky hoops and ear cuffs.’
‘Once you create a collection, the combinations are endless. You can create a delicate everyday look with a combination of delicate hoops and studs or go bold with chunky hoops and ear cuffs,” shared designer and founder of TAI Jewelry, Tai Rittichai.
For balance, Tai suggests longer earrings at the bottom of the lobe with studs and ear cuffs that go up to the helix.
“Earrings are generally the most comfortable as you go up the ear, and smaller hoops work too.”
Although sometimes overlooked, ear decoration can complete an outfit. And like anything else we put on our bodies, earrings say something about our personality.
They emit an energy and vibration that can alter the user’s mood and confidence.
“A long earring makes us feel glamorous and a drop earring can make us feel fresh and bold,” Tai said.
The latest trend in stacking according to the jeweler is creating a theme.
“For example, a nature theme with a mix of animal and flower earrings or a celestial theme with starbursts and gems.”