https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 19 May 2026 22:31:32 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-242460 Sun, 31 Oct 2010 18:38:32 +0000 Lisa 242460@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am buried in jewelry. I have plenty of pieces that are not worn but I save hoping to find that one perfect outfit they will work in. I have a bunch of dainty gemstone jewelry from hubby I try to wear so he feels the purchases are appreciated too. This includes mostly necklaces and earrings. I really should clean house with my costume pieces to free up room. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-242402 Sun, 31 Oct 2010 16:43:34 +0000 marianna 242402@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm really into huge statement necklaces right now! I have a few (maybe 5 or 6) that are in constant rotation. I feel that's a good number for me. They add a lot to my outfits, IMO. So I guess my answer to your question is: Medium. I don't buy expensive stuff, so I guess I prefer a bit larger of a collection... but not too large! If I have too much stuff, I tend not to wear half of it. :)</p> <p>I have millions of earrings left over from my earrings obsessed days, and those never get worn anymore. Sad! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-242360 Sun, 31 Oct 2010 15:13:02 +0000 Mo 242360@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you Vix! I need the same exact kind of belt and I also am not much of a belt wearer. I hope they still have it by Christmas when SYC ends for me!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-242354 Sun, 31 Oct 2010 14:49:02 +0000 Vix 242354@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Starchild --</p> <p>Seconding the hope for photos someday!</p> <p>Mo--</p> <p>Thanks! Re the (adjustable) toggle belt -- Nordstrom still has it..it's a little spendy but I need belts that look right on the high hip vs waist, so I closed my eyes and bought it...and HAVE been wearing it a fair amount for a non-belter-wearer: </p> <p><a href="http://tinyurl.com/wcm-ToggleBelt" rel="nofollow">http://tinyurl.com/wcm-ToggleBelt</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-242319 Sun, 31 Oct 2010 11:25:58 +0000 Astrid 242319@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have both colorful and neutral jewelry in different styles, but sadly I don't wear them much. I always end up with my watch and simple earrings and that's it. I really have to try and incorporate the other pieces when I dress in the morning. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-242286 Sun, 31 Oct 2010 07:57:49 +0000 RoseandJoan 242286@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Since April's thread I have added one brooch to my collection, so I'm still showing some restraint. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-241976 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 20:09:47 +0000 annagybe 241976@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like BIG statement jewelry. It's probably my way of rebelling against wearing scrubs for work. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-241969 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 19:53:42 +0000 Kate 241969@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's awesome starchild! I would love to see pictures!</p> <p>Most of my pendants came from stones or other beads (or widowed earrings) that I modified to become pendants. Part of the problem is that this has allowed me to accumulate a lot without spending much money, and as a result I haven't had to think much about how useful each piece will be. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-241966 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 19:44:11 +0000 Roopa 241966@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a lot of jewelry, but I found myself buying pieces, and then not knowing how to wear them. Finally I decided to learn to make my own jewelry. I have a collection of classy beads, shells, precious stones set in gold/ silver, and semi precious stones, links and other knick knacks. I collect them whenever I can. From these, I make my own pieces. I have made my own sets of necklaces, bracelets and earrings, using the textures, combinations and colors I like. Then when I buy new clothes, or update my wardrobe, I take the existing ones I had made apart, and remake a few more pieces, to go with my tops or dresses. Its super customized, everything is handpicked by me, and best part is that its economical as well. I don't have any pics right now, but I will take a few and post them here. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-241955 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 19:27:23 +0000 Mo 241955@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Vix, I really like your jewelry style! Mind if I ask where you got the belt in #6? I've been wanting something 'toggle-like' for a while and just haven't had any luck. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-241954 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 19:27:21 +0000 Kate 241954@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh thanks April! I did some searching to try to see if a similar thread had already been posted, but somehow I didn't find yours. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-241952 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 19:21:34 +0000 Maya 241952@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I replied to April's thread four months ago, deeply frustrated with my lack of accessories, and now finally have a satisfying collection (Alexis Bittar necklace included).</p> <p>I also just picked up this bag, which I found at the YLF NYC gathering but hated the color. Fortunately for me I was able to find it in black.</p> <p><a href="http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/pt/en/zara-sales/11025/13311/HANDBAG%2BWITH%2BCHAINS" rel="nofollow">http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs.....H%2BCHAINS</a></p> <p>Now I feel complete!</p> <p>To answer the question: I need everything. I need neutral accessories for bolder outfits, colorful accessories for quieter outfits, and I need a variety so I don't get bored. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-241948 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 19:17:21 +0000 Vix 241948@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooooh, fun that you are experimenting/analyzing!</p> <p>After spending most of my life in an accessory-free-whee haze, I am all Malcolm in the Middle on your continuum -- I gravitate to bolder but not necessarily "statement" pieces. </p> <p>[Though I am not above trying to hit the latter!]</p> <p>I love love love wearing kitschy costume jewelry with tailored clothing...bring on the non-serious accessories! </p> <p>AND I have a thing for "therapist/Chico's" natural stone necklaces...both matte and faceted/shiny. I have quite a shell fetish and am always trying to add jewelry (or renovation/home decor items!) made from oyster or abalone.</p> <p>The past few years I've tried to get into longer chunky necklaces, but really don't like the way they lay on my bust (and given how clutzy I am the odds are good I'd catch the waist-length ones on something and it'd be Game Over....] </p> <p>So my necklaces are mostly chunky collarbone-y length ones or simple pendants. A few examples below.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-241947 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 19:15:43 +0000 April 241947@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kate -- see <a href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessory-wardrobe-is-more-better-than-less">this thread</a> for more thoughts on this issue.</p> <p>I think if you tend to dress in neutrals, a wider variety of accessories is a good thing to have. If your wardrobe is a riot of color and statement shapes, having fewer accessories probably makes sense. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-241916 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 18:30:21 +0000 Marley 241916@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I tend to wear plain colored clothes and mix up my outfits with my jewelry, so I have quite a bit of it (most of it costume and not real expensive.) I go through stages though - there have been periods of my life when I just wore stud earrings and nothing else. Its amazing how different the same outfit can look, depending on what jewelry you put with it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-241915 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 18:20:45 +0000 Dawn 241915@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like having a wide variety of costume jewellery for everyday life, and one or two nice pieces of understated silver jewellery for interviews, funerals, etc. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-241914 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 18:20:06 +0000 LeahJanes 241914@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I tend to wear understated jewellery. I rarely leave the house without my watch, wedding ring and silver Georg Jensen stud earrings. As I wear a great deal of patterns, scarves and complicated shoes, I feel like statement jewellery is always a bridge too far. I do like a cute brooch/pin though.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-241907 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 18:05:18 +0000 Velma 241907@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear earrings (mostly studs or small hoops), but I really like statement necklaces--natural stones (turquoise and the like), but not necessarily expensive. I have had good luck buying necklaces from this ebay seller, who ships reasonably quickly all the way from China, with combined shipping rates available:</p> <p><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/CHLORIS-GIFT" rel="nofollow">http://stores.ebay.com/CHLORIS-GIFT</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-241888 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 17:24:43 +0000 Louise 241888@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like lots of variety though I do have a pile sitting on my desk waiting to be rehomed x </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-241874 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 16:44:12 +0000 chewyspaghetti 241874@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like bold jewelery, but I also like natural elements. I tend to find a piece or two that I love and wear them to death, or to go with a certain jewelery look for a time period (bangle bracelets all summer). I have been telling my husband that I want a jewelery armoire, because I have lots of (mostly costume) jewelery and no place to organize it. Things get lost and rediscovered a lot. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-241871 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 16:38:43 +0000 Beth 241871@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would have answered this very differently two years ago. At that point, I rotated 3 pairs of earrings, 3 necklaces, one bracelet, and one watch.</p> <p>I've since rediscovered the fun of jewelry. I said here recently that one strand of pearls is conservative but four or more is a party! I still wear small earrings but necklaces are taking on a more prominent role. Actually, I need a better jewelry organizer as my tiny jewelry box is stuffed:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-241865 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 16:27:59 +0000 Mo 241865@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a lot of necklaces that have just a touch of color but are mostly silver based. Plenty of silver earrings and about 4 or 5 colored pairs. Several silver bracelets. Only one ring - my GM's engagement ring - and I wear it every day no fail. The rest I wear about 50% of the time. Usually earrings when I'm working at the bar. Necklaces and bracelets more when I'm dressing up for a night out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-241857 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 16:02:15 +0000 Steffie 241857@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I tend to go with fairly understated jewelry 95% of the time. Diamond stud earrings, nice watch, wedding band.</p> <p>Sometimes when I want to feel glamorous I put on one of my few pairs of big dangly earrings. And recently I acquired a big statement necklace which I've worn a couple times. But the vast majority of the time I wear the same few things. I'd like to start incorporating a few more statement pieces but I am hesitant to purchase. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jewelry-philosophy-more-is-more-less-is-more#post-241856 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 15:54:01 +0000 Kate 241856@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>After 9 months I'm feeling good about my wardrobe and philosophy on clothes, shoes, belts, and scarves.</p> <p>But jewelry is a different story. I have 35 earrings (about 10 are studs), 12 necklaces, 3 silver chains (16", 18", 24"), 1 gold chain (16"), and 27 pendants. I almost never wear about half of these. </p> <p>I have 1 bracelet I wear everyday and 8 bracelets I never wear, so I do know not to buy more bracelets.</p> <p>Do you tend towards colorful or neutral jewelry, or both? Do you switch it up often, or do you have a handful (or just one) that are in constant use? I keep buying things expecting that they'll be worn a lot more than they actually are. </p>