| When it comes to choosing gemstone jewelery, many | | | | home is decked with the most opulent colours so you |
| people believe that they should choose their birthstone. | | | | may feel compelled to pile on the glitz and deck |
| Of course, if you love your birthstone, then that's great | | | | yourself with rubies, garnets and emeralds. |
| and you should enjoy it. However, with such a rich | | | | Alternatively, classic jewellery pieces such as a |
| variety of gemstones on offer, why limit yourself to | | | | beautiful freshwater pearl necklace or a simple pair of |
| just one type? A few carefully chosen pieces, using a | | | | diamond stud earrings can be the perfect antidote to |
| variety of gemstones, can carry you effortlessly | | | | the festive mayhem, and these items are ideal |
| through the year, whilst reflecting the different moods | | | | Christmas gifts that can be enjoyed for years to |
| and colours of each particular season. Here are some | | | | come. |
| of my choices of gemstone jewelery. | | | | Spring is when it all starts again. You spring clean, start |
| Your summer wardrobe will naturally consist of lots | | | | new projects and are uplifted by nature's changes |
| more white coloured clothing and lighter, floaty fabrics. | | | | around you. You are drawn to the stones most |
| During the summer you will be drawn to gemstones | | | | reflected in the surrounding blossoming buds. Pink and |
| that conjure up happy images of holidays, sunshine and | | | | yellow sapphires are just so appropriate for this time |
| the sea. Subconsciously, you will find yourself drawn to | | | | of year. With the abundance of colour around, |
| the blue/green stones such as turquoise, topaz and | | | | multi-gem stones are very fitting. |
| aquamarine, as well as coral. | | | | Everyone will identify with different gemstones during |
| Come autumn, the falling russet tones of the leaves | | | | the various seasons of the year. The best advice is to |
| and the sight of khaki wellies inspires you to pick out | | | | go for the one that you are most drawn to, regardless |
| jade, orange sapphire and amber. | | | | of what the birthstone is for a particular month. |
| Winter brings Christmas and The Party Season. Your | | | | |