You don’t have to spend a fortune to own a lovely pendant in sterling silver . Put a meaningful charm on a silver chain and no matter what you’ve spent on it, you’ll feel like a princess.

The best necklace pendants are the ones that reflect something about you. That’s what makes collecting them so enjoyable. Pendants in sterling aren’t necessarily costly, yet hung around your neck they’ll reflect the light in a beautiful silvery gleam and can be the perfect accessory for any outfit.

Some of the most glamorous women I’ve met have worn simple black dresses with an elegant silver chocker, all that was necessary to enhance their loveliness.

There are a growing number of jewelers who are catering to wealthy pet owners. It was bound to happen, as people’s pets come to mean more to them than ever before.

Of course you can’t worry too much about what Fido does to that beautiful diamond studded bone worn on his collar as he rolls around in the mud. But come to think about it, I bet the owners who would put such a fine jewelry item on their pooch don’t live anywhere near mud anyway.

Little toy poodles with gem-encrusted collars are more likely to be found in Beverly Hills than the suburbs of Detroit, but even middle class pet owners are decorating their non-human companions with costume jewelry.

Mother’s Day is the perfect time to give her something beautiful to wear. Is there anything as personal as a lovely jewelry item?

Sometimes just a simple string of pearls says it all. Elegant, natural and something that can be worn with that simple black dress or a springy mint green summer dress.

Or how about an elegant gold charm or pendant? It may be a little late to go shopping on line, but there are lovely items to be had at any reputable jewelry store. Ask for some advice on styles and types of jewelry if you feel uncertain about what she might like. And be sure that she can exchange it if it isn’t quite the right thing for her.

But the likelihood is that if YOU bought it for her, it will be meaningful. Mothers are like that.

Sometimes giving someone a piece of jewelry as a gift has romantic significance. But just as often many people give jewelry as thank you gifts, bridesmaid gifts or even new baby gifts.

There are just as many styles as there are personalities to wear them. Pearls are sophisticated and classy, sterling silver is wonderful on so many levels and diamonds are still a girl’s best friend!

But there are many other gemstones besides diamonds to love. I’m especially fond of rubies and emeralds- their clear fine brilliance draws me in. I don’t know that I would wear a pair of ruby cufflinks myself, but I certainly admire them!

There are practically infinity of styles and types of jewelry. All of them have a place, from the most primitive uncut stone to a highly polished emerald or diamond. And to me, every one of them has beauty and grace.