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Customer Types: The Frequent Flyer

Today’s busy executive is more on the go than ever, and even if she doesn’t travel far, she’s usually got a packed schedule. Being able to make a quick fashion change from day to evening or from one meeting to another is invaluable. Accessories that can do double duty are the way to go.  — STORY by CINDY EDELSTEIN

EARRINGS: Being able to dress up or dress down on the same day is an absolute must. Removable earring drops and interchangeable charms can provide the right look, whether the setting is boardroom or dining room.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTON:18K gold and amethyst earrings with diamonds by Katie Decker, www.fragments.com
MSRP: $7,550

CLUTCH: Packing for a business trip is never easy — you always want more outfit choices than you’ve got space. The more things that do double duty, the better for an easy trip and a more fashionable set of meetings.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:Small black crocodile and python clutch with 30-inch sterling chain (oxidized black and 18K gold plated), leather strap with small wing shield buckle in labradorite, black spinel and white sapphires by Armenta, www.armentacollection.com
MSRP: $2,380

NECKLACE: When traveling, you don’t want to take too many jewels with you, so a necklace with convertible lengths can be handy for adorning many different necklines.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:14K gold, black mother of pearl, rock quartz and black diamond multi-length necklace by Phillips Frankel, www.phillipsfrankel.com
MSRP: $2,090

RING: Rings can play two roles: to symbolize our love, or to telegraph our fashion sense. A ring that can flip from one to the other is a great option for the fashionable executive on a business trip.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:Yellow and rose gold ring from the Calligraphy Collection with one side of diamonds and one side of custom calligraphy, by ZAIKEN Jewelry, www.zaikenjewelry.com
MSRP: $2,450

CINDY EDELSTEIN is the owner of Jeweler’s Resource Bureau, a niche marketing firm that offers the industry solutions for helping designers and retailers connect and profit together. Visit www.JewelryDesignerFinder.com to sign up for her trend newsletter.