Looking for jewelry? Keep it simple, meaningful
Diamond rings and other shiny things are always in style, especially around Valentine’s Day By Diane Krieger Spivak | Photos provided by K.Hollis Jewelers and Liz & Kate Boutique
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alentine’s Day is quickly approaching. Stumped as to what to give that special someone? You can’t go wrong with the gift of jewelry.
“Dainty styles, whether single or double layers, 16 to 18 inches in length, are trending now, or some longer pieces that are great for any of your outfits for going out for a special occasion for Valentine’s or lovely gifts for everyday wearing.”
Kane County Magazine tapped local experts to uncover current trends in the sparkly stuff so you can give a piece that will be worn time and again. From fine jewelry to everyday wear, there’s a price point to fit every budget — and what’s popular now may surprise you. “I love how people are really connecting to gifts,” says Karen Hollis, owner of K.Hollis Jewelers in Batavia. “There’s been a lot of births and engagements this year, and it seems that diamonds seem to cover all of it. Say you have a mother with three children. I’ve had a customer buy three rows of diamonds, calling that her mother’s ring. Another person had two kids and she got two rows of diamonds. That’s never happened before. People are just getting creative with what they want. I just think that’s so cool.” Hollis’ estate case has proven popular for gifting. “There’s been a lot of yellow gold chains, both men
Ball suggests a bolo necklace — with a centerpiece that moves up and down the chain to adjust the length — that has a tassel or gold heart at the end.
and women buying unisex chains that are longer. We’ve also gone through a lot of guys’ bracelets and silver chains — that paper clip link or figaro chain for guys has been really popular, mostly in sterling.” Lynne Ball, manager and buyer at Liz & Kate Boutique in Geneva, says heart-shaped jewelry is still big for Valentine’s Day, whether embellished with rhinestones or simple silver or gold. “A lot of moms get them for their daughters,” says Ball.
“Simplicity is still trending because we still are not heading out and about overabundantly,” says Ball. “Simple silver and gold with a little bit of dazzle in stones is moving forward. Because we’re still wearing masks, not large statement pieces, not large hoops, but more sophisticated and dainty earrings, bracelets and whatnot.” Liz & Kate carries a selection of rings that flex to fit, opening over the knuckle and securing around the base of the finger, “if you want to have a little bit of something on your hand,” says Ball. “Or it might just be a bracelet as opposed to a whole set. It really comes down to personal preference.” LOVE & WEDDINGS FEBRUARY 2022
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