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How to Pick out Jewelry for a Woman. You need to know a few things before you walk into
a jewelry store to buy that certain something for a certain someone. You will need Knowledge
of her taste in jewelry and an idea of what she already has. Step 1. Make a few mental
notes of her taste in jewelry before you go shopping. Does she wear mostly gold or silver?
Large pieces or small? If you see her flipping through a magazine, ask her if she likes any
of the jewelry in the ads. Step 2. Consider an addition to her collection—like pearl
earrings to match a necklace she loves, or a bracelet to complement the birthstone ring
she rarely takes off. Also note what she's missing—she may have a ton of earrings,
but only two necklaces. Step 3. Choose quality over quantity. It’s better to get one small,
good piece of jewelry than a cheap large piece or matching set. “Good” jewelry doesn’t
have to be extravagant. A well-made piece of costume jewelry, or a bauble from an up-and-coming
designer, is often a better choice than a precious gem you need a magnifying glass to
see. Step 4. Don’t go overboard. If you’ve been dating for less than six months, or the
relationship isn’t all that serious—on your part, anyway—don’t get anything that
looks like it should be kept in a bank vault. Step 5. Think of the message you may send
unwittingly: Pearls stand for purity, sapphires signal friendship, and rubies represent ***
passion. Diamonds, of course, stand for eternal love. If the future of the romance is uncertain
for either of you, avoid diamonds. Even in something frivolous like a tennis bracelet,
they scream commitment. Step 6. Think about what style is flattering for her face and
neck. V-shape necklaces look good on women with heart-shaped faces, while long drop earrings
elongate a square face. Chokers look best on long necks, and Y-shape necklaces favor
women with short necks. Delicate earrings and necklaces are a better choice for petite
women than large, jangly jewels. Step 7. Have at least a vague idea of her wrist and ring
size. If you’re clueless, err on the side of too large so she doesn’t suffer the embarrassment
of a ring that won’t move past her knuckle or a bracelet that cuts off her circulation.
Avoid rings in general unless you're prepared to propose, or you're already married. You
don't want her to glimpse a ring box, only to discover you're not going down on one knee.
Step 8. Don’t rule out a watch, which is as much an accessory as a timepiece to many
women. Plus, it’s the perfect solution when you want to give jewelry without _giving jewelry_,
if you catch our drift. Did you know The German word for jewelry is _schmuck_.