During the 1950s, people struggled to live a normal life after the grim past of the Second World War. The fashion of that time brought new inspiration to the people and with it new ideas for designs. 1950s jewelry was a very important part of the style at that time and with it brought interesting creations. The style of this jewelry attracted the attention of women worldwide who adorned the precious pieces.
Materials used during this time consisted of gemstones, beads and diamonds. Gemstones appeared on pieces in colours such as blue, red, green and yellow. They were set into earrings and necklaces made of silver or gold. Crystals and rhinestones were among the most popular stones used and the newly discovered Aurora Borealis which became a precious item of fashion.
Chandelier earrings created an illusion of space and gravity when worn. Available in various shapes and with diamonds attached, this formed a striking look when adding a big neck piece.
Choker necklaces were one of the most favourite items of that era and appeared in designs with large sized stones or beads that sit close to the neck. The neck piece was sometimes worn in strands and patterns often consisting of flowers or leaves that were attached to each other. Worn as a statement piece, they added a dramatic look and went well with small earrings to add balance.
Long chained necklaces also became very famous during that time. Pins and brooches were among a woman's fashion accessories and attached to a purse or a hat. They could also be pinned to scarves which added a uniqueness. The brooches were usually in gold or silver and also fixed with multicoloured gemstones. Some had beads attached to them and were available in a selection of images such as flowers and insects. Another famous item were the clip earring which could be clipped to a woman's earlobe. These earrings were an alternative to the pierced earrings which are very popular today.
Bangles as well as bracelets were very famous during this era. Big bangles made with gemstones or diamonds was part of a striking yet bold look. Bracelets which were worn with charms chained to them was also very popular and women had the option of choosing which charms to wear. These charm bracelets came in both silver and gold.
The fashion of jewelry from the 1950s was greatly inspired from nature. Figures of insects and flowers added an extra beauty on brooches. Dogs and other animals were among the designs as well as patterns with geometric shapes which created a smart touch.Women who would hang out at parties were famous for wearing cocktail jewelry which included rings with large precious stones in different colours.
Today 1950s jewelry is once again turning into a trend and it is also known as vintage design. Not only has it gained prominence but it has also become an important collectors item. So, it is always a good advantage to reuse your grandmothers jewelry because old fashion trends can always make a comeback.
Materials used during this time consisted of gemstones, beads and diamonds. Gemstones appeared on pieces in colours such as blue, red, green and yellow. They were set into earrings and necklaces made of silver or gold. Crystals and rhinestones were among the most popular stones used and the newly discovered Aurora Borealis which became a precious item of fashion.
Chandelier earrings created an illusion of space and gravity when worn. Available in various shapes and with diamonds attached, this formed a striking look when adding a big neck piece.
Choker necklaces were one of the most favourite items of that era and appeared in designs with large sized stones or beads that sit close to the neck. The neck piece was sometimes worn in strands and patterns often consisting of flowers or leaves that were attached to each other. Worn as a statement piece, they added a dramatic look and went well with small earrings to add balance.
Long chained necklaces also became very famous during that time. Pins and brooches were among a woman's fashion accessories and attached to a purse or a hat. They could also be pinned to scarves which added a uniqueness. The brooches were usually in gold or silver and also fixed with multicoloured gemstones. Some had beads attached to them and were available in a selection of images such as flowers and insects. Another famous item were the clip earring which could be clipped to a woman's earlobe. These earrings were an alternative to the pierced earrings which are very popular today.
Bangles as well as bracelets were very famous during this era. Big bangles made with gemstones or diamonds was part of a striking yet bold look. Bracelets which were worn with charms chained to them was also very popular and women had the option of choosing which charms to wear. These charm bracelets came in both silver and gold.
The fashion of jewelry from the 1950s was greatly inspired from nature. Figures of insects and flowers added an extra beauty on brooches. Dogs and other animals were among the designs as well as patterns with geometric shapes which created a smart touch.Women who would hang out at parties were famous for wearing cocktail jewelry which included rings with large precious stones in different colours.
Today 1950s jewelry is once again turning into a trend and it is also known as vintage design. Not only has it gained prominence but it has also become an important collectors item. So, it is always a good advantage to reuse your grandmothers jewelry because old fashion trends can always make a comeback.
