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What is it about those timeless pieces that not only seem to work for every occasion but make you feel good every time you put them on?  You know the pieces (be they shoes, handbags or jewellery) that you rely on so often, they almost feel a part of you.  My bet is that the designs are classically simple, with an easy, unfussy elegance - your very own classics. 
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Vogue’s Kirstie Clemens writes this month about no longer hearing the question “What’s in?”  She says: “That (question) just doesn’t exist any more. Anything goes; it has far more to do with your personal style and how you put pieces together than any one defining look”. We agree; creating a signature look or looks is what it’s all about and your jewellery is part of that mix. 
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Are you a stand out…or a blend in? 
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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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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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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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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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Silver Service, Vogue Style ... Flipping through this month's Vogue (and yes I was lazing on the beach here in Noosa at the time) when my heart skipped a beat as there was Jive...again! Loving that Vogue picked up another of our statement necklaces - this one a personal favourite - to feature in Vogue Diary.  Check out our gorgeous necklace at number 17. on page 136 (the necklace is sterling silver handmade in Mexico and only $995 by the way).  Vogue suggests it as a punch of silver to serve up with your jewel toned frocks this festive season - and I say, great advice!  http://www.jivedesign.com.au/shop-online/designer-collections/sterling-silver/Necklaces/sterling-silver-linked-collier 
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