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Choosing the right piece of jewelry begins by asking the right questions. Here are five simple questions that are begging to be asked before you go jewelry shopping for the women in your life.
(1) What jewelry does she already own?
Men sometimes fall into ruts when it comes to gift-giving. When they discover a gift that works, they keep going back to it year after year. To keep your gift-giving fresh, your first step will be to survey the jewelry she already owns.
The jewelry box is a great place to begin your research. Jewelry boxes are goldmines of information because they give you an overview of her current jewelry collection. If you don’t have access to her jewelry box, then you’ll need to do the next best thing – ask questions. The best sources of information are usually her female friends and family members.
(2) What types of jewelry does she wear?
Your next step is to find out the types of jewelry she wears. She may have a jewelry box full of bracelets, but if she never wears them then another bracelet is probably not a very good gift idea.
Pay attention to the types of jewelry she wears both everyday and for special occasions. Does she wear necklaces? Are her ears pierced or does she wear clip-ons? How many rings does she wear? The answers to these and other questions will go a long way toward helping you narrow the field of choices.
(3) What style of jewelry does she like?
You should also know something about the style of jewelry she wears.
Generally speaking, conservative and casual personalities lean toward classic jewelry items like diamond stud earrings, simple pendant necklaces, and possibly even pearls. Less traditional girls, on the other hand, may be open to pieces with a little more sizzle and sparkle. The key is to know her preferences before you head off to the jewelry store.
(4) What message are you trying to communicate?
Like it or not, a gift – especially a gift of jewelry – communicates a message. That’s why it’s important to consider the message you want to send ahead of time and then purchase the jewelry accordingly.
Precious metals and gems (particularly diamonds) communicate intensity and bring to mind a sense of abiding affection, commitment, or passion. If these are not words that you would use to describe your relationship with the woman for whom you are buying the jewelry, then you should probably think about a simpler alternative.
(5) How much do you want to spend?
No matter how much money is in your bank account, cost will always be a consideration when buying jewelry for those special women in your life. Although more affordable options exist, be prepared to spend a little more for jewelry containing premium metals and gemstones.
Buy smart! Sometimes the best piece of jewelry isn’t the most expensive one. In some cases, a simpler piece of jewelry might leave a more lasting impression than a larger, more expensive one.
Following these ideas, you now know how to choose jewelry for a woman — and will find the best piece of jewelry for her!
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