Sunday, March 9, 2008

gold prices

Jewellery trends adapting to record gold prices
9 Mar, 2008, 0654 hrs IST, REUTERS

SINGAPORE: Diamonds might be a girl's best friend, but for those buying jewellery at a time of record gold prices, a new trend for lightweight pieces using semi-precious stones and organic materials might be a welcome ally.

Jewellery trends in recent years have been dominated by chunky pieces worn around the neck and clunky gold bangles around the arms and ankles.

But while these heavy-weight pieces may still be favoured by the rich and famous, jewellery-lovers with more limited means are being targeted by a new trend for slinky jewellery, hollowed out pieces and jewellery made from non-traditional materials.


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