SILVER CAN BE SERIOUS, shiny, silly, seductive, sinuous, sparkly, sleek, subversive, and subtle — sometimes all at the same time. From accessible fashion jewelry to exotic, experimental artistry, silver’s affordability and effortless appeal make it a fantastic multi-tasker.
Frederic Duclos (ABOVE)
Model Tiana Whitley wears sterling silver jewelry by Frederic Duclos, including pyramid lariat necklace ($198) and pyramid lariat earrings ($110). (866) 898-3636, fredericduclos.com
Photographer: Frank Armstrong
Structural Stunners
Seasons of minimalist stacking jewelry are causing a boldness backlash: structural statement jewelry is on the rise! Subtle styles aren’t going anywhere, but mid-century modernesque abstraction and larger scale designs are surging in popularity — especially on the ear.
Nikki Nation
Oxidized sterling silver earrings with layers of handformed wires.
$148
(720) 663-7817, nikkinationjewelry.com
Kristi Sword
Sterling silver earrings.
$860
(319) 431-6980, kristisword.com
A Jaffe
Sterling silver cufflinks with round brilliant diamonds (0.008 TCW).
$195
ajaffe.com
Ariana Boussard-Reifel
Sterling silver earrings.
$600
(646) 745-6831, arianaboussardreifel.com
kAuge by Kothari
Hammered sterling silver earrings with blue topaz.
$550
(510) 452-5600, kotharidesign.com
Shamila Fine Jewelry
Silver ring with 22K yellow gold, diamonds, and rutilated quartz (15 TCW).
$1,450
(206) 669-7688, shamila.com
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Bastian Inverun
Sterling silver necklace with rhodium finish.
$1,279
(401) 667-7279, bastian-inverun.com
Lika Behar
Hammered oxidized sterling silver cuff bracelet.
$740
(201) 933-7200 (Ext.108), likabehar.com
Thistle & Bee
Sterling silver bracelet.
$523
(888) 288-2801, thistleandbee.net
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Sterling Styles
Silver is a superstar that wears many hats: from insouciant charms to elegant, evening-appropriate cuffs, silver is a superior shape-shifter capable of satisfying so many different needs. Here’s a small sampling of current silver styles’ spectacular diversity.
KIR
Sterling silver chain and pendant with crystal beads.
$220
(303) 530-1268, kircollection.com
Phillip Gavriel
Sterling silver ring with 18K yellow gold and amethyst.
$100
(800) 622-0960, phillipgavriel.com
Alex Woo
Sterling silver charm with purple enamel.
$168
(212) 226-5533, alexwoo.com
ELLE Time and Jewelry
Sterling silver cuff bracelet with rose gold plate.
$500
(469) 221-0866, ellejewelry.com
Wendy Brandes
Sterling silver necklace.
$340
(917) 289-0676, wendybrandes.com
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Jane Basch Jewelry Designs
Multi-strand sterling silver and sterling silver vermeil necklace with pearls.
$445
(954) 927-4100, janebasch.com
Erin DeLuca
Sterling silver earrings with moonstones.
$385
(203) 529-5440, erindeluca.com
Acanthus
Oxidized silver cuff bracelet with 24K gold, 14K gold and a rose-cut pink tourmaline.
$715
(212) 730-9523, acanthusjewelry.com
Pam Zamore
Sterling silver ring with moonstone.
$295
(781) 956-4390, pamelazamore.com