Putting on the Glitz

Taking a cue from the 20s and 30s, designers have recently drawn inspiration from decades past, where white diamonds and black crystals reigned supreme. This French American throwback is part romantic, part luxe and all glam. Luckily, you don’t have to spend a fortune to look like a million bucks. Instead, you can the look for a lot less.

Cubic Zirconia jewelry is a great way to try a vintage throwback look. Pieces like art deco bracelets, statement broaches and jewelry sets have all been fairly expected of this style. But today, fashion and jewelry is more edgy and unconventional than ever before. Now, it’s about mixing and matching materials and textures. CZ jewelry can be in the form of a necklace on a ribbon or strands of pearls paired with chain link.


Traditionally, Cubic Zirconia was set in silver or gold tone, but non-traditional metals like oxidized silver and hammered brass are now also playing a role. There is more freedom to accessorize freely, and this has led to a rock and roll inspired vibe for some pieces of Cubic Zirconia, while others stick to a more traditional art deco look.

Cubic Zirconia isn’t necessarily limited to wear just at night. It’s becoming more acceptable to wear the stones to the office or out for lunch with the girls. It’s about having fun with your own style and not taking yourself too seriously. CZ jewelry can be paired with everything from jeans and a t-shirt to a little black dress to a suit. But if you want to go for the traditional screen siren role, stick with black and white separates. Add a true red lipstick, a strand of pearls and a great pair of pumps and you’ll look like you’ve stepped out of another era. This Old Hollywood glamour style is favored by everyone from the women of Mad Men to real life stars like Cate Blanchett and Angelina Jolie.