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Literally an ethereal shade, taken from the color of the sky, azure indicates youthfulness, open-ness, and a reflective nature. Style Icon — Cinderella and Taylor Swift. Turquoise and diamond ring, 18 karat white gold, by Stephen Webster $8000.
handy check-list, along with a brief look at how to wear it and what it all means, semiotically speaking:
PURPLE Associated with royalty. A regal fashion color that works especially well in autumn and winter. Favorite color of Egypt’s Cleopatra. Style Icon — Michelle Obama and Gwen Stefani. Amethyst and diamond ring, 18 karat gold $6400.
YELLOW A classic color associated with the sun and precious gold. Represents knowledge, generosity and cheerfulness. Adds polish and sophistication to any ensemble. Style Icon — Reese Witherspoon. Citrine and diamond ring, 18 karat gold $4395.
GREEN The most restful color to the eye. Symbolizes life, abundance, peace and ecology. Associated with beauty, fidelity and environmental conciousness. Style Icon — Nicole Kidman and Kate Hudson Green quartz ring, sterling silver, by Stephen Webster $295.
RED At its purest, an extremely energetic, even danger-filled hue best used for single-shot accessories. Great for when you want to stand out in a crowd. Style Icon — Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman and Christina Aguilera. Red raspberry quartz ring with diamonds, sterling silver, by Stephen Webster $695.
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WHITE A powerful symbol of purity, peace and strength. Most closely associated with gems like diamonds, opals, moonstones and pearls. Style Icon — Marilyn Monroe’s dress in The Seven Year Itch. Mother-of-pearl and black sapphire ring, 18 karat white gold, by Stephen Webster $6900.
BLACK A powerful shade, its very absence of color indicates strength, individuality, and an air of mystery. Style Icon — Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Hematite and diamond ring, 18 karat rose gold $5295
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