What exactly defines fashion jewelry? Are there different types? Is fashion jewelry generally "cheap stuff," or is there also high-quality fashion jewelry?

 

In English, fashion jewelry is called "costume jewelry," which already says something about it.

 

The term "fashion jewelry" originated in the 1920s when Coco Chanel designed "unreal" jewelry to match her collection. Her goal was no longer to create the most deceptive imitations of jewels or pearls, but rather the aesthetic effect, regardless of the materials used, was paramount, and thus the word fashion jewelry was born.

 

The definitions of fashion jewelry range from: "jewelry that does not have great material value but is fashionable" to "jewelry that incorporates fashion trends and is inexpensive to produce." However, whether these definitions are still appropriate today is debated, because at least since the Frenchwoman Camille Miceli moved from Louis Vuitton to Dior to design the first "Costume jewelry" collection there, it was a small sensation and had nothing to do with being inexpensive.

 

However, it has changed a lot socially because, for a long time, jewelry was purely a status symbol that not everyone could afford. But after fashion jewelry began its triumph, everyone could afford inexpensive pieces. Fashion jewelry is no longer about classic status symbols, but about affordable enhancements for women and also men.

However this term "fashion jewelry" is to be defined, it is generally advised against cheap fashion jewelry whose origin is not entirely clear, as in most cases it is not durable, the color peels or discolors after a few weeks, and in the worst cases can cause itching and allergies. We believe that one learns to appreciate and love a piece of jewelry more and more the longer one wears it, and that Mother Earth generates the most beautiful colors and natural materials.

With us, you will definitely find durable, high-quality (handmade) quality jewelry for her and him. We only use the highest quality 925 sterling and 950 hand-beaten silver and undyed precious and semi-precious stones, which are just as fashionable, but above all individual and durable.