Jewellery is not just an accessory, it’s a form of expression. From a precious piece gifted by a loved one, to the latest stylish accessory, every piece of jewellery we own tells a story and holds a special place in our hearts. If you own a collection of beloved jewellery, or you are interested in building up your collection with unique statement pieces, read on for our guide to creating a personalised jewellery box.
Organising Your Jewellery Collection
Do you ever find yourself struggling to find your favourite pair of earrings or necklace? Maybe you have a lot of jewellery that you don’t wear anymore, and it’s just taking up space in your drawer? Organising your jewellery into a curated collection can make your life easier and will help you find the best pieces quickly to compliment your outfits.
Establish Your Style
When organising your jewellery, start by selecting the pieces that you wear the most, and the pieces that best represent your current everyday style. Establishing your style early on will make it easier to identify the types of jewellery that you may want to add to your collection later on. During this process, make sure you take the time to assess the functionality of your jewellery and ensure that you have a selection of functional pieces that suit your everyday style and can be used with a range of outfits.
Organise Your Pieces
Once you have selected your favourite, everyday pieces, organise the jewellery into groups of key staple pieces. Your personalised jewellery box can include as many different pieces as you like, but as a staple set, it is advisable to have at least one bracelet, necklace, ring and a pair of earrings. Make sure that these pieces are similar, in terms of materials and style, such as a pair of diamond stud earrings, a simple gold necklace, and a bracelet to create an understated yet sophisticated set that can be easily put together for work or everyday wear.
Create The Sets
Once you have the first set, you can then begin grouping your pieces together to create different sets. These can include classic, timeless pieces, such as an heirloom ring, or a sentimental bracelet that you have had remodelled, to create a set to wear at family events and special occasions. These pieces are timeless and will never go out of fashion, and, depending on the value of the pieces, they can add a touch of glamour to other sets as a standout piece. Trendy and modern pieces, on the other hand, are more fashion-forward and incorporating these styles can add a pop of colour or texture to your outfits. These include statement earrings, layered necklaces, and chunky bracelets that can elevate any outfit or be worn everyday, depending upon your preferred style and sense of fashion.
Creating a Personalised Jewellery Box
If you do not own many pieces, or you are starting your jewellery collection from scratch, then the best way to start your collection is to select several staple pieces that can be collated into an everyday set.
When choosing the first few pieces for your personalised jewellery box, it is a good idea to opt for materials and designs that can be worn with many different clothing styles. Silver and gold are classic metals that go with everything, so investing in several staple pieces is a good way to build up a reliable foundation for your collection.
Once you have the basis, begin incorporating more pieces that represent your personality and feature designs that you personally like. If you like delicate jewellery, go for dainty necklaces and stud earrings, whereas if you prefer bold pieces, try oversized hoops or chunky bracelets, and pieces with gemstones for pops of colour.
Personalised Designs
If you are interested in adding a touch of your own personality and unique style to your jewellery box, why not invest in some custom-made jewellery? Custom jewellery is an excellent way to personalise your sets and add a special touch to your collection by creating one-off jewellery pieces that are tailored to your preferences.
From choosing the metal, setting, initial design, and any additional stones or features you would like to include, having your jewellery custom-made gives you the opportunity to create meaningful, visually-striking jewellery that is designed with your personality in mind. Whether you opt for a simple yet emotive design, or an intricate structure with personal meaning, with personalised pieces the possibilities are endless.
Remodelling
If you have old or broken jewellery that you don’t wear anymore, why not consider having your pieces remodelled into something new. Remodelling is an environmentally-conscious and cost-effective way of breathing new life into your jewellery collection with fresh, modern designs that carry sentimental value.
Remodelling also offers the opportunity to have pieces transformed not just into new designs, but also into new items. If you have a beloved ring that is too small for your fingers, or the outdated design simply doesn’t suit your current wardrobe, then an experienced jeweller can take the stones out and have them set into a new piece of jewellery that you can treasure forever, allowing you to use family heirlooms that would otherwise be confined to the bottom of the jewellery box.
Shop Jewellery at Allen Brown Jewellery
If you’re looking to curate your personalised jewellery box, Allen Brown Jewellery is the perfect place to start. They offer a wide range of classic and modern pieces, as well as personalised jewellery and remodelling services to create one-off jewellery that is tailored to your preferences.