Unusual Choices in Diamond Jewelry

Fashion statements are made in so many ways that it is nearly impossible to keep track of them all. People choose to express themselves through their clothing, shoes, accessories, hair and jewelry, among other approaches. Trends in clothing, shoes, accessories and jewelry also change quickly and are equally difficult to track on a regular basis. There are, however, what are known as the “classics”. This could be the proverbial little black dress or the perfect pair of jeans or a single strand of pearls. Such things are what a personal expression of style can be built around and nowhere is that easier than with jewelry.

Just consider how quickly that little black dress can be dressed up or dressed down with a change in jewelry. Add a silver chain and some bangle bracelets and that dress could take you to a casual luncheon; add a pair of diamond earrings and a diamond buckle bracelet and you could attend a formal affair. So, how does someone with a bit of an “alternate” style change their look?

Many people who like to dress in a less traditional fashion or who aim to make a statement with their clothing and jewelry will also have several piercings. These too can be used to deliver a strong statement of casual chic or a stronger statement of radical formal, which can all be done with diamond body jewelry.

Body jewelry usually encompasses a wide range of items that can, literally, be worn from head to toe. There are single earrings for those with multiple ear piercings, there are nose rings, captive bead rings for many kinds of piercings, there are belly button rings and there are toe rings, just to name a few!

Today, many jewelers understand that people from all walks of life and with a huge variety of budgets like to adorn their entire body with jewelry and so there are more and more options each season for unique diamond body jewelry.

Single earrings – known also as ear studs, single diamond earrings make a great statement. They can be set in gold, platinum, silver or a variety of other modern metals and they have a wide range of prices depending upon the stone, setting and style. A smaller stone in a bezel setting is a discreet, but elegant, accent, while a large stone could be used on any part of the ear to add some drama.

Captive diamond bands – used for everything from the brow, lip, nipple and belly the captive diamond bands are real statement makers. They too come in a wide range of metals, but the buyer should be sure they have no allergies to any metals that will reside in the fleshier areas such as the brow since this could lead to an unsightly irritation or infection. The stones in the captive bands are usually of a quarter carat or higher, and the settings and cuts of the stones make a big difference in the final result of the jewelry. For example a princess cut stone, with its more formal and glittering appearance, would be really impressive along the brow line.

Nose jewelry – a small diamond in the nose is one of the most popular choices in traditional nose “rings”. Interestingly, nose jewelry usually isn’t really rings: what is actually offered are nose studs and nose screws. The screws provide a small “u” shaped fitting that prevents the nose jewelry from moving or being lost. The studs are designed almost exactly as a traditional ear stud, with the addition of a tiny ball at the end that keeps the stud from falling out of the nose of the wearer. Most diamond nose jewelry comes in a wide range of carats, metals and settings. Some people opt for minuscule stones that only create an occasional glint or sparkle, while many others opt for significantly larger stones that provide a strong accent or statement.

Brow and lip jewelry – these areas require special settings and metals, and can usually be fitted with captive jewelry. Some pieces may require the assistance of the piercer to fit correctly and if the jeweler has recommended such a procedure it is best to follow their instruction. This is usually because of the high quality of the gold that makes it easily bendable, and only the piercing professional will be able to insert it without damage.

Belly button jewelry – extremely fun and easy to wear, belly button diamond jewelry can provide a lot of “bling” to a navel. The pieces usually have a diamond mounted at each end, and in a wide range of cuts and sizes. The thing to remember about the purchase of diamond belly button jewelry is that the larger stones may snag when under cover of clothing and to protect the investment and prevent loss they should be removed before putting a garment on top of them.

Toe rings – one of the most popular of summertime fashion statements, diamond toe rings are classy and come in a variety of metals and styles. Most are adjustable and are designed in the shapes of flowers, birds, butterflies and other figures.