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1. What trends are you loving in fashion right now? How does Gold work with those trends?

The resurgence of women wearing dresses again, whether they are knee length or maxi, leads right into gold necklaces against either solid colors or prints. It’s the perfect way to add the sparkle and shine!

2. Reinventing classics. What is your favorite new gold trend or way to wear gold?

For years I tended to wear all my gold necklaces at lengths like 16”, 18” or 20”. Now I’m only buying the longer ones like 30”-36”. I’d rather spend more and own fewer pieces, but own longer, bolder pieces.

3. Do you have a go-to or signature gold look?

It’s definitely gold hoop earrings. I prefer the hoops that are 1-1.5” in diameter but with a substantial width. It’s more important to me that they are bold rather than big.

4. Do you remember the first gold piece you purchased, and why you purchased it?

It was 27 years ago, and it was a bold stampato bracelet where every other large link alternated between 14k yellow gold and 14k rose gold. It’s still beautiful to this day! In fact, they are difficult to find anymore.

5. There are so many ways to personalize jewelry, how do you "personalize" your gold jewelry?

 I do like initial pendants, but if I can add a pop of color, I like to add my August birthstone, the peridot, as well as my husband’s birthstone, February’s amethyst.

6. Are there essential gold pieces every woman should own?

I believe the essentials include gold hoop earrings, an 18” necklace bold enough to be notices but also able to be worn with pendants. I think she should also have a gold bangle bracelet and a good right hand ring. 

7. How do you decide when to purchase fashion jewelry and when to purchase a fine jewelry piece?

If a design is classic, timeless and elegant, I prefer to buy it in fine jewelry. If it is more of a fad that will change by next year, then I buy the fashion jewelry, so when the trend is over, you still got your money’s worth.

8. Why do you love gold?

I love Karat gold because of its warmth and beauty! However, I’m also practical so if I’m going to pay more for it, I want it to last a long time. And it’s really all about the way it makes me feel—like a princess!!