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I was chatting to a lovely lady in our Hastings Street store on the weekend about a beautiful necklace (shown below) she was considering from one of our Mexican designers.  A luscious, smooth and sophisticated piece with a price tag that puts it into the considered purchase range for this client.  She was mulling it’s longer term fashion value and asked if we thought the current love affair with bold sterling silver jewellery would continue, or would the 80’s love of yellow gold return.   
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When it comes to sterling silver jewellery, is it hammered, plain or both for you?   
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For the last four years jewellery designers have been trying to convince us to wear long, long necklaces.  At Jive, both in our Noosa store and online, our customers have largely resisted and continue to favour collar length pieces in most of their choices.   
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When it comes to Valentines Day, is it the thought or the gift that counts? Is recognition of Valentines Day important to you?  What do you think?   
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This year resolve to reuse, recycle and refresh from your own closet before venturing into the mall … Don’t let me discourage you from shopping (Heavens, no!), but your plastic could probably do with the break, and down the road, your superannuation will thank you!   Save your dollars for the occasional splurge but in the meantime get your fix by shopping your own racks!  And remember to include those drawers full of accessory and jewellery as well.   
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He loves you and wants to give you a special piece of jewellery for your anniversary, birthday or Christmas but you know he could do with a little guidance.  Here are some tips to pass on to him so he can surprise and delight you with his fabulous taste!   
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If you are looking to buy something other than the latest e-toy for a man, consider a piece of jewellery as a refreshingly different and creative solution.   
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It’s party time and the most important piece of jewellery on display this season is the ring. Why? Because it’s usually wrapped around the stem of a glass and out there for the world to see!  Be they big and bold, or delicate and pretty, make sure they are polished up and looking fabulous.  
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Over the last few years, we’ve seen a huge rise in the interest men are paying to jewellery for themselves.  Long gone are the days when the only men sporting jewellery were rockstars or used car salesmen, but the average Aussie male had remained reluctant to sport little more than a watch and a wedding band until just a few years ago!   
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I met the most fantastic woman recently! Not only is she a fabulous style guru and winner of the Sydney Writers Best Australian Blog for 2011, she is fun, lovely and very generous with her time and knowledge. Nikki is helping many of use who are less blessed in the art of blogging -- yours truly is among them -- get up to speed!  Jive and Nikki have teamed up for a great Styling You competition -- check out Nikki's blog where you could win one of five $100 online shopping gift vouchers from Jive, and where you will definitely be entertained!  http://www.stylingyou.com.au/
 
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