FRESH WAYS TO WEAR YOUR FAVORITE JEWELRY THIS HOLIDAY 

With the holidays approaching, now is the perfect time to reimagine how you style the jewelry you already own and love. The beauty of thoughtful styling lies in its ability to make each piece feel fresh and intentional, transforming your collection into something uniquely yours. Whether dressing for a gathering, soirée or a quiet evening by the fire, these styling tips can help add a festive flair to any look.

Embrace mixed metals
Combine the warmth of yellow gold, the sleek sheen of white gold and the romantic glow of rose gold for a look that feels elevated and on-trend. Layering different tones adds depth and individuality, allowing each metal to beautifully complement the others. Start with your preferred base and accent it with contrasting hues for a polished, modern finish.

Personalized and meaningful jewelry
The best initial necklaces offer a subtle way to add a personal touch to everyday style. Delicate yet meaningful. The letter you wear can symbolize whatever holds the most significance: your own name, a child’s name or a meaningful word. Today, jewelry customization has reached a new level of self-expression. You can design your own piece by choosing the metal, gemstones, engraving, style, size, or shape.

Mix, match, and layer necklaces
Create dimension by pairing necklaces of different lengths, textures, and styles. Mix delicate chains with pendants or add a bold link to anchor the look. A good guideline is to vary necklace lengths by about two to four inches between each layer. This spacing creates enough separation for each piece to stand out while still feeling cohesive. For example, try pairing a 16-inch choker with an 18-inch pendant and a 20-inch chain for natural movement and balance.

Unexpected pairings
The holiday season is the perfect time to embrace your personal style through unexpected combinations. Mix diamond shapes—round with emerald or pear cuts—for a more distinctive look. Try stacking rings across different fingers or adding a diamond to your pinky for a modern, celebratory touch. These creative pairings bring a sense of self to your style, proving that luxury shines brightest when it reflects you.

For more styling inspiration, expert advice or to select a new piece to add to your collection, visit Razny Jewelers in Addison, Highland Park, Hinsdale, or Chicago’s Gold Coast or online at razny.com. Christine Razny-Porter is Razny Jewelers’ third-generation owner, a graduate gemologist and the creator of Refined by Razny, a collection of modern diamond essentials that beautifully transition from casual to dressy. Razny Jewelers has been Chicago’s leading family-owned and operated source for natural diamonds, fine jewelry, and Swiss timepieces for nearly 75 years.