Gold is making a comeback this Fall – in fashion as well as on Wall Street. The trend embraces the eclectic, pairing pieces you’ve had sitting in your jewelry box for years, like bangles from Mom, with a new piece or two to create a modern stack. Ketterman’s Jewelers’ Richi Norman layers multiple pieces of different styles and textures to create her own look. On the facing page, Richi is wearing Fossilized Coral drop earrings ($189); a Moss Agate Rose Gold Necklace ($1,995) and a long Rose Gold, Pearl and Diamond Station Necklace ($2,565). On her right wrist is a VAHAN Bracelet Stack of assorted Sterling silver and 14Karat Gold with diamonds ($1,990 - $3,440 each).
Of course, gold accommodates more than just the gleaming metal. Think about reflecting this color scheme with your accessories, ranging from gold-colored eyeglass frames to gemstones and scarves. Here we feature a Rose Gold Imperial Topaz and Diamond Ring ($5,250) and a rare 18"-long strand of Natural South Seas Golden Pearls with 14 Karat yellow gold clasp ($7,250). Note that new pearls are becoming harder to source given the fragility of the ocean's pearl oyster ecosystem.
The sheer delight of shopping with Ketterman’s comes in part from the high level of craftsmanship each item represents. The third-generation family-owned business partners with a mix of highly vetted jewelry designers, some that it’s known for more than 40 years and others for just a few. “This gives us a good mix of tried-and-true classics and modern/innovative new styles, all firmly committed to quality and longevity of wear,” Richi explains.
We think of it as a hive of golden gatherings built of great selectivity and cultivation, which is why we set this grouping of gold bracelets against a settee with bee upholstery (also for sale: $1,825). Displayed, from left to right: a White and Yellow Gold Large Oval and Diamond Link Bracelet ($8,095); a Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel “Confetti” Bracelet ($1,690); a White and Yellow Gold Medium Oval and Diamond Link Bracelet ($4,050); an Oval link bracelet with pave’ diamond link ($2,250); a White and Yellow Gold Rectangular link bracelet with diamonds ($4,350); and a Floating Diamond and oval link bracelet ($2,250). Mudpie Heart pillow ($29).
Above all, remember that "style" is highly personal, Richi asserts. What makes you happy, what makes you feel confident and beautiful -- if you can combine your jewelry, accessories and wardrobe with quality craftsmanship in mind, you'll always be fashionable, whatever today's trend.