As the year nears its conclusion, the hottest news on the jewelry front is that we may see warm tones in jewelry designs in 2008. According to jewelry news from the National Jeweler Network, 2008 will be all about the gem-intensive, bold styles.

   The latest emerging jewelry trend is the appearance of a new sleek, futuristic look or jewelry with that “high tech” look. You’ll see pairings of black onyx and smoky quartz with bold, metallic bead accents, sometimes interspersed with faceted Swarvoski crystals and bold, dichroic glass. Beads are often assymetrical and multifaceted which increases the high tech shine of this ultracontemporary look. You’ll see sculpted resin jewelry components interspersed with metallics, giving a sleek, modern, updated look.

   The inspiration is the “Grace Kelly” look; the “less is more” notion. Women will wear less fine jewelry, but what they will wear will be large, impressive and classic.

   Unique is fabulous, as always, so be on the lookout for something different. Even men will veer away from their sporadic diamond comfort zone and they’ll be joining in on the large colored stone trend in bracelets and rings.

   Even though black is strong for the 2007 holidays season, colors are warming up with shades of red, pumpkin, and deep mustard yellow making a statement.. These shades can be seen intermixed with the blacks, grays, and whites for a unique holiday look. Among them, shades of pumpkin, gray and chocolate brown will once again be a wise choice for fashion conscious consumers.

   On a final note to the upcoming fall winter 2007-2008, Jewelry Color Trends - remember that -some of the traditional favorites will be returning. And it is quite simple that smoky quartz, simulated chocolate and/or champagne diamonds will be in style and on trend!