Jewelry can make a basic outfit look complete or a fashionable outfit look outdated. Your jewelry says a lot about you, so show off your jewelry and let your personality shine. There are several ways to match your jewelry and there is no hard rule as long as what you wear makes you feel attractive, comfortable and confident.

1.Match your jewelry according to the color of your clothes. For example, gold jewelry goes well with dark colors such as black or burgundy. Silver jewelry works well with lighter shades such as white and pale blues. If your jewelry has gems in warm tones such as red, orange yellow, complement it with clothes in cool colors such as blue, green and violet.

2.Match your jewelry to your face shape, including your neckline. For example, if you have a round face, select jewelry in elongated shapes such as diamonds. If your face is narrow, try hoop earrings. Also wear jewelry proportionate to the size of your face. For example, if you have a small face, wear diminutive jewelry such as solitaires or those with simple designs. If your face is larger, you can wear bigger pieces of jewelry, which will not overpower your face. If you have a long neck, you can wear chokers or pendants to accentuate your neckline.

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3.Match your jewelry to your personality. If you have an outgoing personality, wear fashion jewelry with lots of color and panache. If you are less outgoing, select smaller pieces with simple designs, such as small flowers or solitaire diamonds. If you have a no-nonsense and straightforward personality, look for chunkier jewelry with bold designs.

4.Match jewelry to the occasion. For example, for a formal gathering, you can wear fine jewelry, rhinestones or pieces with more intricate designs. For a casual gathering, you can wear fashion jewelry or jewelry with semi-precious gems. In a professional setting, wear smaller pieces with simple designs, such as solitaire diamonds.

1.Choose a pair of beads in any color, shape, size and style that you desire. Beads are made of glass, wood, ceramic, plastic and other materials. You may even find gold-filled beads in a variety of shapes.

2.Pick up one gold-filled head pin. Push the head pin into the hole of one bead until the flattened end of the pin meets the bottom hole of the bead.

3.Allow ? of an inch of gold-filled pin to emerge from the top of the bead. Snip off any excess wire with wire cutters.
4.Curl the ? inch of wire emerging from the top of the bead downward to form a closed loop using round nosed pliers.

5.Bend open the small ring at the base of a gold-filled ear wire using flat-nosed pliers. Hook the opened ring onto the closed wire loop at the top of the bead. Close the small ring of the ear wire around the wire loop using flat-nosed pliers. Repeat steps 2 through 5 to make a matching gold-filled earring.

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Gold-filled jewelry offers all the lustrous yellow glow of solid gold jewelry at a fraction of the cost. Gold-filled jewelry is made by plating a core of base metal, such as brass, with a relatively thick layer of solid gold. The layer of solid gold plating on gold-filled jewelry is considerably thicker than that on gold-plated jewelry. Consequently, gold-filled jewelry is more resistant to discoloration and fading. You can make gold-filled jewelry using gold-filled jewelry-making supplies, which are accessible at many bead and craft stores.

1.Cut a length of gold-filled chain using wire cutters. Make sure the gold-filled chain is long enough to form either a bracelet or a necklace. Keep in mind that a clasp will add between ? to 1 inch to the length of the bracelet or necklace.

2.Unclasp the two portions of a gold-filled jewelry clasp.

3.Open a gold-filled jump ring, which is a metal ring with a split in it, using flat-nosed pliers. Hook the jump ring through the last link at one end of your gold-filled chain. Then hook the same jump ring onto the small ring attached to one portion of the jewelry clasp. Close the jump ring with the pliers.

4.Bend open a second jump ring with flat-nosed pliers. Slip the jump ring through the last link at the opposite end of your gold-filled chain. Hook the same jump ring onto the small ring attached to the other portion of the jewelry clasp. Close the jump ring with the pliers.

5.Hook the two portions of the jewelry clasp back together. You now have a gold-filled bracelet or necklace.

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Whether you're looking for traditional wedding bands, a chain, a pair of stunning earrings or a striking broach, you can't go wrong with gold. Here are some things to look for to be sure you're getting your money's worth.

1.Choose a reputable jeweler. Select one that has membership in Jewelers of America if possible.

2.Familiarize yourself with karat quality marks. Since gold is a soft metal, it is mixed with other metals to make it more durable. The karat mark will tell you what percentage of the metal is actually gold. (See Tips for more information on karats.)

3.Look for a trademark on the item you wish to purchase. This identifies the manufacturer of the jewelry. If you have trouble figuring out what the trademark means, ask the jeweler. All gold jewelry with a karat mark must also have a trademark.

4.Be sure that any diamonds or gemstones that appear in the item you are considering are also real. (See Related eHows for tips on choosing diamonds and gemstones.)

5.Bear in mind that the price will include the amount of gold in the piece, as well as the design and the craftsmanship.

6.Make sure your sales receipt lists the karat quality of the item purchased.

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Declaring one's love and commitment by the exchanging of rings is a tradition that has existed long before pop star Beyonce Knowles gave men the charge to ''put a ring on it."This tradition goes as far back as the Ancient Egyptians.

The Ancient Egyptians
The ancient Egyptians believed that a vein located in the fourth finger led directly to the heart. They believed that by placing a ring on this finger, the affections were bound and could not escape through the finger tips.

The Ancient Greeks
The Ancient GreeksThe Egyptians passed the belief on to the Greeks when they were conquered by Alexander the Great in 332 B.C.

The Romans
The Romans adopted the use of the ring finger from the Greeks. They too believed it held a vein connected to the heart and called it Vena Amoris or "Vein of Love."

England
In 1549, King Edward VI decreed that the third finger (counting from the right, excluding the thumb) on the left hand be known as the official ring finger. Also in 1549, the Book of Common Prayers designated the left hand as the marriage hand.

The Scottish

In Scottish tradition, the ring finger was on the right hand, but was eventually changed to the left when the Roman Church declared the left hand as the marriage hand in the Rituale Romanum of Paul V in 1615.

Diamonds: A Girl's Best Friend

Legend has it that the first woman to receive a diamond engagement ring was Princess Mary of Burgundy. Her beloved, the Austrian Archduke Maximillian I of Habsburg gave her a diamond engagement ring when he proposed on August 17, 1477.

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Many men do not wear wedding rings, but many of those who do sport them on the right hand.Many left-handed men wear them on the right hand for convenience. Some men wear the ring on the right hand during the engagement period. Also, many men in Europe wear their wedding bands on the right hand because it has become a popular trend in European fashion.

History
According to the Baylor University Medical Center website, classical Greek and Roman culture implied that the left side was sinister (the word “left” comes from the Latin “sinestra,” meaning “sinister”). This tradition carried into Europe, as we see Old English using the word "left" to imply weakness or fault. Wearing the wedding ring on the right hand has become popular for this reason, just as most men offer handshakes with the right hand.

Culture
Most men continue to wear weddings rings on the left hand in America, Sweden, France, and the UK. In many other European countries, it has become fashionable for men to wear their wedding bands on the right hand. Men's wedding rings, in general, are still a relatively new tradition. Because men's bands have only become popular in the last century, the trends are not set in stone. Men have the freedom to choose to wear the wedding ring on the right hand.

Popularity
The practice of men wearing wedding rings really became popular during World War II, when soldiers began wearing rings to feel connected to their wives back home, according to the Journal of Social History. Most jewelers did not produce men's rings until the 1920s, but there was no real demand for them until the 1940s.

Considerations
Wearing the wedding ring on the right hand meets practical needs for a man who is left handed. If a man most frequently uses the same hand he wears his band on, the ring will quickly become worn. Damage may also occur to the ring if the man wears it while doing any considerable amount of work with his hands.

Differences for Men and Women
Most types of rings can be worn by either a man or a woman. The bands themselves do not differ drastically based on gender. While it is more common among European men, many European women have also begun wearing their wedding rings on the right hand to keep upwith European trends.

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The wedding ring is a token of love that never ends, symbolized by the ring's unbroken circular form. Traditionally, the bride and groom exchange rings during the wedding ceremony and wear them perpetually. It did not become commonplace for American men to wear wedding rings until World War II, when the men went to war with a symbol of the wives they left behind. The symbolism surrounding wedding rings is plentiful and varies across cultures.

Placement of the Ring

The wedding band is worn on the third finger of the left hand. This seemingly arbitrary tradition of placement is thought to be related to the delicate vein, the "vena amoris,"that runs from the ring finger on the left hand to the heart. Married women wear theirwedding bands first with their engagement rings on top. This tradition is described with the saying that the band should be closest to the heart.

Exchanging of Rings
During the wedding ceremony, the bride and groom place rings on each other's fingers. The bride should wear her engagement on her right ring finger on the day of the wedding to make the ring exchange go smoothly. Some say that wearing the engagement ring on the righthand on the wedding day keeps it from upstaging the wedding ring. If the bride wears gloves on the wedding day, she may choose to leave her engagement ring at home.

Wearing the Ring
Tradition and superstition dictate that the wedding ring should never come off. Women may want to remove their engagement rings when working with their hands to preserve the setting and prevent knocking the stone loose. A plain band will not be easily damaged, but if the band contains stones, remove it during cooking, cleaning, gardening and any other task that could damage the delicate settings.

Taste and Practicality
Although tradition places the wedding ring on the third finger of the left hand, the placement is ultimately up to the wearer. Wear your wedding ring where it feels comfortable and secure. Men in the past wore their rings on their thumbs or middle fingers. People who are left-handed may want to wear their rings on their right hands.Some choose to wear theirs on a chain around the neck, while others choose not to wear one at all.

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Wedding sets are worn to symbolize a married couple's long term commitment, personality,and to give a sense of the couple's style. They are worn after a couple is married and should be worn properly according to the culture and beliefs of the married couple. The common and universally accepted way to wear a wedding set roots from European custom which believes the ring finger has a vein that leads directly to the heart.

1.Hold out your left hand.

2.Locate the ring finger, which is the fourth finger closest to the little finger (pinkie finger) on your left hand.

3.Place the engagement ring on your ring finger.

4.Slide the wedding ring on after the engagement ring. According to tradition, the placement of the wedding ring on top of the engagement ring brings the wedding ring closest to your heart.

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Engagement and wedding rings are generally silver or gold bands, sparkling with diamondsor other precious stones. These rings are symbols of the enduring love between a husband and wife. Which finger the rings are worn on depends on the design of the rings, whether they are a set and whether it is before or after the wedding ceremony.

1.Wear the engagement ring of a set before the wedding day. In the traditional manner, the engagement ring is worn on the third finger of the bride-to-be's left hand.

2.Move the engagement ring on the day of the wedding. Traditionally, the wedding ring is worn on the hand that is considered closer to the heart, so the engagement ring must be moved to the third finger of the bride's right hand.

3.Wear both the engagement and wedding rings after the wedding ceremony. The bride moves the engagement ring back to the third finger on her left hand, on the outside of the wedding ring.

4.Wear the engagement ring and wedding ring on separate hands. Sometimes, the engagement ring and wedding ring do not match. In this case, the bride wears the wedding ring on the third finger of her left hand and the engagement ring on the hand and finger she chooses.

5.Wear an engagement ring and ring guard. Before the wedding day, the bride wears the engagement ring on the third finger of her left hand. On the wedding day, she moves the engagement ring to her right hand. After the wedding ceremony, the bride inserts the engagement ring into the ring guard and wears both on the third finger of her left hand.

6.Wear an eternity ring with the engagement and wedding ring. When the wife receives an eternity ring, the wedding ring is worn nearest the hand, then the engagement ring and then the eternity ring. If the wedding and engagement ring are too wide, the eternity ring can be worn on any other finger.

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In Western culture, engagement rings represent the promise of marriage. They have been used for many centuries as a "down payment" on the bride, and the value of the metal used in the ring was supposed to be a sign of the groom's wealth. The rings began as simple bands, but have evolved over the centuries into more elaborate pieces of jewelry, ultimately being set with diamonds and other gemstones.

Ritual
The prospective groom may select and buy the engagement ring on his own to present to his beloved when he proposes. Discreetly finding out her ring size so it will fit is a nice touch. However, couples may shop for the ring together, or a future bride may pick out her ring and even help pay for it. The element of surprise is preserved by not knowing when the groom will propose.

If the women agrees to marry, she should immediately begin wearing the ring for the sake of harmony unless secrecy is needed. However, she is under no obligation to wear the ring, or to wear it on the finger next to her pinkie on her left hand, which was believed in ancient times to be the only finger with a vein going to the heart, the symbol of love.

Stones
Engagement rings typically have a stone, at least one diamond, but this is not mandatory. Any ring that suits the bride is acceptable, even with other types of stones. Some engagement rings are passed down through families.

Notifications
The bride's parents should be the first informed of the engagement, even if only to confirm the deed when the groom goes the traditional route and asks them in advance for their daughter's hand. Next, the groom's family gets the news, and then friends and the general public.

Wedding Day
Before the wedding ceremony begins, the bride may move her engagement ring to her right hand, leaving the the left hand free for the wedding band. After the ceremony, she should place her engagement ring above the wedding band.
The bride can also keep her engagement ring on, removing it only while the groom slips the wedding ring on her finger, then placing the engagement ring above the wedding ring.
If the bride wears gloves, she should remove them, or wear special gloves with a slit in the ring finger so the fabric can be pushed aside while the groom puts on the wedding ring.

Broken Engagements
If an engagement is broken, who keeps the ring is a legal matter that varies by state. To settle out of court: If the woman breaks the engagement, she returns the ring. If the groom breaks the engagement or does something unforgivable that makes marriage impossible, he lets the bride keep the ring.

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