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Daniela7474 · Apr 5th, 2007, 03:44 AM

what would the next classiest choice be?

I'd love some nice diamond stud earrings, but I want to be able to buy a nice purse too.

Soooo.....I'm going to buy a Cole Haan but I still need a classy pair of earrings.

I'll be job hunting soon in about 2 months (or maybe sooner) and I need something nice I can wear to work everyday.

I already own some nice pearl studs, but I'm sick of them. Any suggestions?

ShimmaPuff · Apr 5th, 2007, 06:51 AM

You can find some very nice "vintage" rhinestone earrings from back in the days when the stones were hand-faceted and hand-set, and they are so impossible to distinguish from diamonds (unless a jeweler with a loupe comes burrowing into your ears) that people who prefer not to even be perceived as wearing diamonds (like me

) will only wear them to family events!

jomar_luvs_bags · Apr 5th, 2007, 08:05 AM

You can try moissanite or diamonique studs. I've been noticing lately that alot of the models or actresses in magazines that look like they're wearing diamond studs are actually wearing moissanite studs.

amanda · Apr 5th, 2007, 08:13 AM

i wear cubic zarconia - i can't afford diamond studs in the size that i want, plus i lose earrings quite easily, so i get cz. i have a good number of people ask me if mine are real, and i always tell the truth, lol.

passerby · Apr 5th, 2007, 09:12 AM

Hi Daniela, are you willing to consider earrings that do not resemble diamond studs but which I think are classy enough to wear to work?

What do you think of this unique pair of earrings (handfolded metalgami jewelry)

Hapa
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=151643

And this pair?

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5549030

BTW what's your budget?

anufangava · Apr 5th, 2007, 09:15 AM

Why not pearls? Not as expensive as diamonds, but its real jewelry and it classic.

oo_let_me_see · Apr 5th, 2007, 09:17 AM

I love knot earrings!

Sternchen · Apr 5th, 2007, 09:31 AM

Originally Posted by anufangava

Why not pearls? Not as expensive as diamonds, but its real jewelry and it classic.

She said in her original post that she already has a pair of nice pearl earrings.

Daniela7474 · Apr 5th, 2007, 09:32 AM

Passerby: LOVE your suggestions, my budget is $300.

Anufangava: I like pearls but I have two different sets of studs and I'm just sick of wearing pearls all the time.

OO let me see: I have a pair of sterling silver Tiffany's braided knots. I like those too, I just want something different!

purly · Apr 5th, 2007, 09:38 AM

These small hoops are cute: http://eluxury.com/browse/product_de...SectionID=9000

... but maybe not work appropriate?

katgrrrl · Apr 5th, 2007, 09:38 AM

Originally Posted by Daniela7474

Passerby: LOVE your suggestions, my budget is $300.

Are you in NY? Macy's is always having sales on their stuff. I saw a nice pair of diamond stud earrings advertised for only $100-something, on sale. If you're not near a Macy's, perhaps you can order a pair online from their site. Then again, it also depends on the # of carats ya want.

Good luck & happy shopping!

passerby · Apr 5th, 2007, 09:49 AM

Daniela, if you are looking for something different, perhaps you should check out the awesome jewelry sellers on Etsy.

Like downtothewiredesigns:

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=45242

I bought two key rings from him, he shipped one out wrongly (wrong colour) and very kindly sent me an extra key ring (no need to do that) all the way from the US to Singapore. Top notch customer service!

LisaG719 · Apr 5th, 2007, 10:32 AM

My initial thought was to go with pearl but you mentioned you alread have those - so I would pick up some nice Tiffany's pieces. They have these adorable butterfly ones or hearts if you like the whimsical ones. Or more of the classic designs if you are looking for something toned down.

vanojr9 · Apr 5th, 2007, 10:36 AM

I haven't tried moissenite, but I have tried CZ studs and a number of CZ clones (like Diamonique) and I've come to the conclusion that you may as well just buy a cheap pair of studs and toss them when they start to look cloudy. I buy glass studs from The Limited and replace them every six months for only $15. If you really want the sparkle factor, go for CZ, but if you're looking for something with the look of understated diamonds, I would advocate going cheap. I also, like amanda, tend to lose earrings though, so that's extra incentive to find inexpensive studs.

CastoCreations · Apr 5th, 2007, 11:02 AM

How big are you looking for? I'd think that you could find a small pair of diamond studs for that budget.

I love the pale green (and it's super pale) sapphire stud earrings hubby got me for Christmas one year. They were around $100 so you'd probably be able to find larger ones for your price range.

I would look at different stones like topaz or quartz if you want clear. But colored stones are really popular too (and gorgeous). :)

Apr 5th, 2007, 03:44 AM	#1
Daniela7474 OP Member Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 241	If you can't afford diamond stud earrings.... what would the next classiest choice be? I'd love some nice diamond stud earrings, but I want to be able to buy a nice purse too. Soooo.....I'm going to buy a Cole Haan but I still need a classy pair of earrings. I'll be job hunting soon in about 2 months (or maybe sooner) and I need something nice I can wear to work everyday. I already own some nice pearl studs, but I'm sick of them. Any suggestions?
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Apr 5th, 2007, 06:51 AM	#2
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Apr 5th, 2007, 08:05 AM	#3
jomar_luvs_bags Member Joined: Dec 2006 Posts: 242	Re: If you can't afford diamond stud earrings.... You can try moissanite or diamonique studs. I've been noticing lately that alot of the models or actresses in magazines that look like they're wearing diamond studs are actually wearing moissanite studs.
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Apr 5th, 2007, 08:13 AM	#4
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Apr 5th, 2007, 09:12 AM	#5
passerby Member Joined: Feb 2006 Posts: 5,529	Re: If you can't afford diamond stud earrings.... Hi Daniela, are you willing to consider earrings that do not resemble diamond studs but which I think are classy enough to wear to work? What do you think of this unique pair of earrings (handfolded metalgami jewelry) Hapa http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=151643 And this pair? http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5549030 BTW what's your budget?
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Apr 5th, 2007, 09:15 AM	#6
anufangava Member Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 1,351	Re: If you can't afford diamond stud earrings.... Why not pearls? Not as expensive as diamonds, but its real jewelry and it classic.
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Apr 5th, 2007, 09:17 AM	#7
oo_let_me_see 100% Puerto Greekan Joined: Dec 2006 Location: lou lou land Posts: 6,721	Re: If you can't afford diamond stud earrings.... I love knot earrings!

Apr 5th, 2007, 09:32 AM	#9
Daniela7474 OP Member Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 241	Re: If you can't afford diamond stud earrings.... Passerby: LOVE your suggestions, my budget is $300. Anufangava: I like pearls but I have two different sets of studs and I'm just sick of wearing pearls all the time. OO let me see: I have a pair of sterling silver Tiffany's braided knots. I like those too, I just want something different!
Daniela7474 OP Member Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 241

Apr 5th, 2007, 09:38 AM	#10
purly EkkiEkki Pitang Zoom Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 4,657	Re: If you can't afford diamond stud earrings.... These small hoops are cute: http://eluxury.com/browse/product_de...SectionID=9000 ... but maybe not work appropriate?
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Apr 5th, 2007, 09:49 AM	#12
passerby Member Joined: Feb 2006 Posts: 5,529	Re: If you can't afford diamond stud earrings.... Daniela, if you are looking for something different, perhaps you should check out the awesome jewelry sellers on Etsy. Like downtothewiredesigns: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=45242 I bought two key rings from him, he shipped one out wrongly (wrong colour) and very kindly sent me an extra key ring (no need to do that) all the way from the US to Singapore. Top notch customer service!
passerby Member Joined: Feb 2006 Posts: 5,529	Last edited by passerby; Apr 5th, 2007 at 09:52 AM.

Apr 5th, 2007, 10:32 AM	#13
LisaG719 Living life... Joined: Jun 2006 Location: Oregon Posts: 6,202	Re: If you can't afford diamond stud earrings.... My initial thought was to go with pearl but you mentioned you alread have those - so I would pick up some nice Tiffany's pieces. They have these adorable butterfly ones or hearts if you like the whimsical ones. Or more of the classic designs if you are looking for something toned down.

Apr 5th, 2007, 10:36 AM	#14
vanojr9 Member Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 2,531	Re: If you can't afford diamond stud earrings.... I haven't tried moissenite, but I have tried CZ studs and a number of CZ clones (like Diamonique) and I've come to the conclusion that you may as well just buy a cheap pair of studs and toss them when they start to look cloudy. I buy glass studs from The Limited and replace them every six months for only $15. If you really want the sparkle factor, go for CZ, but if you're looking for something with the look of understated diamonds, I would advocate going cheap. I also, like amanda, tend to lose earrings though, so that's extra incentive to find inexpensive studs.
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Apr 5th, 2007, 11:02 AM	#15
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