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There is just something special about wearing a gold necklace that makes you feel elegant and exceptional. Gold necklaces are versatile and add a certain flair when worn with the just the right outfit. There are some things that you should know when you are contemplating the purchase of gold jewelry. When you are going to make a new gold jewelry purchase it is always good to know how to select, clean and care for the new piece.

Choosing a Gold Necklace

When choosing a new gold necklace knowing the type of occasions it will be worn for is always a good place to start. For example evening wear is usually a bit showier and often times a larger piece; whereas casual wear is centered more on comfort with some style. Most of us are on a tight budget so where ever possible it is nice to get a piece that works well with several outfits in your wardrobe.

Try on several different lengths and types of necklaces just for the purpose of seeing what looks best with your type of neck. A necklace may look beautiful on a display but it may not always be suited for your length of neck; try each piece on till you find exactly what looks the best on you.

Sometimes people get confused when they see the karat weight and become unsure as to what the ideal weight should be for them. Some typical gold karat weights are 24k, 18k, 14k and 10k. The higher the number such as 24k then the purer the gold which may be good as an investment.

The higher the number the softer it is because it has not been mixed with other metal properties to give it additional strength. So ideally for jewelry you should look for 14k. This will provide a good looking shiny gold appearance and yet have enough firmness to the gold jewelry so it cannot be damaged as easily as a softer gold.

Be sure and check for the trademark which indicates the manufacturer’s karat-mark to verify what you are really purchasing. The clasp is really an important feature of a gold necklace. It is the part that is going to get the most wear and ear; make sure it is not rough around the edges. Also look carefully to see that it is well attached to the chain; if it is not attached properly you could lose your entire investment.

Cleaning and Care

Enjoy your gold necklace but be sure and take it off in the shower or any place where it will come in contact with strong detergents or soap.

Wearing gold jewelry in a swimming pool with exposure to chlorine is absolutely one of the worst things you can do. Chlorine will begin to degrade and deteriorate the structure of the piece.

Gold jewelry should not be stored in a tangled pile of other jewelry; causes scratching and wear.

A mild cleaning solution of dish soap and warm water used with a soft brush keeps it clean and shiny.

Buyer Beware Tips

It is so easy to get excited when shopping for beautiful gold jewelry; just remember to pay attention to quality. Unfortunately today there are still people passing off fakes or closing up shop never to be heard from again. Deal with reputable dealers that you are familiar with and you should come home with a beautiful gold necklace.

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The charm and beauty of pearl necklaces will never go out of style, even today they are highly cherished for their striking beauty and simplicity. Through out history women have been captivated by pearls, wearing them with casual attire or exclusive parties and events. Women with naturally good taste have always warn pearl necklaces elegantly setting the style for others to follow.

Styles and Quality

Necklaces come in a variety of styles and sizes to fit the woman who is wearing them and the occasion as well. Two of the most common styles frequently worn are the single pearl attached to a chain or a single strand of matched pearls. Strand lengths can vary by several inches depending upon the style that is selected. Popular choices include rope, opera, matinee, princess, choker and collar.

Rope necklaces are often worn with pantsuits and run 45 inches in length. The 28 to 34 inch opera style is seen at parties and special occasions. Business suits are often complimented with matinee necklaces at 20 to 24 inches. The most popular is the princess necklace at 17 to 19 inches which is easily worn in a variety of methods. Formal occasions are enhanced with the addition of a 16 to 18 inch choker. The 10 to 13 inch collar is perfect for casual wear and some evenings out.

Pearls are judged by their color, surface, nacre thickness, shape, size and luster. Good quality pearls should have high luster and good color. You can easily evaluate color properly when pearls are laid out on a champagne or white matte surface. Pearls come in several colors ranging from white, golden, cream, blues, green and violet.

Tradition

Young girls have been thrilled to receive an Add A Pearl necklace which has become a tradition in many families and friendships. A young girl is given a pearl necklace with one, three or five pearls usually from a family member as a gift. The young woman receives a new pearl on Anniversaries, Christmas, birthdays and other special occasions which is then added to her necklace until eventually she has a beautiful full string of pearls all given to her by loving friends and family members.

Class Will Tell

You probably remember sitting around with a bowl of popcorn watching old movies on many nights thinking how Lauren Bacall, Doris Day, Elizabeth Taylor, Grace Kelly or Audrey Hepburn had such style and class; always dressed impeccably with a string of pearls complimenting their outfit. These women are some of the most famous names in Hollywood and they all have the same unique quality about them; class! Is it coincidental that many of them have been photographed wearing pearl necklaces on and off camera? Confidence, good looks and poise make a fine companion to a string of pearls.

Elizabeth Taylor received the world famous La Peregrina pear-shaped pearl from her husband Richard Burton back in 1969 and even today she is known for being quite the jewelry collector. Audrey Hepburn wearing a stylish black dress with pearls in “Breakfast At Tiffany’s” was an overnight sensation. Sarah Jessica Parker makes it a practice to wear pearl strands on the popular TV show “Sex And The City”.

Jackie Kennedy was photographed on numerous occasions wearing her signature strand of pearls. Today you know class when you see Michelle Obama, Laura Bush and Cindy McCain looking lovely in beautiful pearl necklaces.