A TIMELINE OF JEWELLERY SYLES AND DESIGNS

1. A TIMELINE OF JEWELLERY SYLES AND DESIGNS

2.  An ultimate expression of luxury, indulgence and panache, jewellery has been the desire for mankind since time immemorial. From the era of the cavemen to the more current times, people have been known to adorn jewellery. While it may seem like jewellery is timeless in nature, the styles and designs undergone continuous change over the last few decades. The significant historical changes of different times were instrumental in the evolution of jewellery.

3.  If you wish to know the exact period or phase your beloved style was born, allow us to take you on a journey or timeline of the evolution of jewellery, dating from the 50’s to the prevailing times.

4.  Ritzy 50s – 50s was the time when the women started to break out of the mould and began exploring new realms. Jewellery in these times was a reflection of their independence and uniqueness. Multi string necklaces, chunky rings of gemstones and pearls were very popular.

5.  Frugal 60’s –This was a time when the focus shifted from the overly ostentatious to using low cost materials. Intricate designs,crumpled and hammered textures and black and white palettes were in vogue.Jewellery designs were now seen as an expression of style and professional craftsmanship and there was growing fondness for handcrafted jewellery.

6.  The eternal 70’s – 70’s are most revered for the hippie styles and flamboyant colours. Disco was the inspiration for almost everything, be it clothes, aesthetics or jewellery. Larger than life gemstones and oversized pearls were everyone’s was the setting for most things, be it clothes. Layered jewellery and large dangling ear rings were a rage.

7.  Prodigal 80’s –The core fashion element of the 80’s revolved around being bold and ostentatious. Huge brooches, large rings and heavy danglers were ruling the roost. Gold jewellery was still supreme but people started experimenting with the coated and imitation jewellery too. Bright and flashy colours were a reflection of people’s mood, which was glitzy.

8.  Changing 90’s – If there was one word which represents the 90’s perfectly, it is transformation. It saw a decline of extravagant designs and the focus shifted to more graceful and refined patterns of jewellery. Toe rings, anklets, hoop earrings, slinky gold bracelets were creating waves.

9.  Contemporary Times- Jewellery designs in the current era are tasteful and posh. With the growth of women on the social ladder, their tastes have shifted to chic and minimalistic designs. Funky Ear cuffs, midi rings, multi layered chains, floral motifs,diamond and coloured stone necklaces are the preferred choice of the women. The chic and contemporary women love to embrace the un-identical sides of their personality and so the trend of mismatched earrings etc. are highly popular.

10.  If you wish to indulge in some current or classic jewellery designs or patterns, do visit the best jewellers in GK M block market, SKM Rajsons Jewellers.