Rhinestone Earrings For Any Outfit

By Marci Glover


Accessories are an important part of making any outfit take on the attitude one wishes to convey. A simple black dress can be perfect for a classy affair, appropriate for a funeral, a great look for the office or become the ultimate party attire all based on things like hair style, jewelry, shoes and scarves. Adding a pair of rhinestone earrings can make the whole ensemble complete.

This type of accessory can provide many versatile looks. Available in a variety of sizes, designs and colors, these baubles can just be simple accents or they may become focal points of the ensemble. In forms such as studs, dangles, hoops and a myriad of creative styles, ear adornments have been a fashion staple through the ages.

Rhinestones are a great way to create beautiful accessories. They can be made simply to add a pop of color, styled to be practically identical to valuable gemstones or molded into something completely unique. With such range, a jeweler can get very creative with their design ideas.

Crystals, glass, plastics and paste are the four main components from which these products are made. There are pros and cons to using each of the different mediums. This versatility means that rhinestones are produced in a variety of styles that fit the needs of people in all age groups and of so many preferences.

The products made from paste and plastic are on the lower end of the quality scale. These are primarily used in making children's jewelry, for crafting projects and other items that do not require a very realistic appearance. These materials do not have the ability to refract light so the gems made from them do not have any actual sparkle, though they can be made in very vibrant colors of all hues.

Stones made from glass fall into the middle range in most aspects, including clarity, color, quality and price. They hold color very well, do not break or scratch as easily as their paste or plastic counterparts, and though they also have no refractive properties, adding a metallic backing backing to this type of gem will give a it a bit more sparkle. This type is popular in costume jewelry and advanced crafts.

Stones of the best quality and highest clarity are formed from lead crystal, which can be cut in such a way that the finished product can be so like a genuine gemstone that only the trained eye can tell the difference. Part of what makes these so impressive is that they do have natural refractive properties which generate an amazing amount of sparkle. They are more expensive than the other choices, however they are an affordable way to get the look of authenticity without the high price tag.

With so many different types of stones available, there are an endless amount of possible accessory designs. An outfit may be pulled together in a completed look whether the gems are used to simply accent a base piece, or are intended to serve as the primary focus. The full range of construction materials means that there are rhinestones in most any price range, styles to complement all types of fashions and a look that makes even the most demanding individual satisfied.




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