Weddings usually belong to the bride.  It is her day, her event, her moment.  Everything about the “big day” is geared towards the woman.  And that is why most wedding rings have intricate and elaborate designs that would satisfy the whims of women on their wedding day.

But one should not neglect the man.  The groom will also wear a wedding ring to symbolize his eternal love and commitment for his bride.  Admittedly, however, it is very difficult for a man to find the perfect wedding ring.

For most men, his wedding ring would be one of the few items of jewelry he would have.  Aside from a watch and cuff links, that is.  Most men go through life not bothering with necklaces, earrings, bracelets and such stuff.  So it is understandable that he might not take to wearing an elaborate ring that much.

Luster Forever has come up with a line of wedding rings that men would not be ashamed to wear.

1. Sterling Silver Prong Setting CZ Wedding Ring Set.  This wedding ring set is perfect for those couples who want matching wedding rings.  The bride will surely appreciate the intricate designs and the semi-precious stones, while the groom will have a muted version.

2. Sterling Silver Wedding Ring Set with Cubic Zirconia.  For grooms who want a more simpler ring, they could check this ring set out.  This set eschews the intricate design but retains the games for a simpler look.

3. Sterling Silver Curved Line CZ Wedding Band Set.  If you think that gems and diamonds are not for you, then consider this wedding band set.  This matching bands are perfect for the no-nonsense, no-frills groom, while giving way to a bride’s affinity for gems.

4. Say I love you with diamonds.  Go all out and pamper your future wife with these diamond wedding rings… the best way to say I love you, forever!

5. The Macho Man. If you work in a male dominated industry, or if you work with your hands, you might want to get a wedding ring that would not chip, scratch, or fall off your ringers.  Added benefit is that this sturdy wedding ring is very masculine and won’t draw funny stares from your buddies!

Fashion classics are great investments.  For one, they make you feel and look good.  Imagine being in just a white tee and a comfortable pair of jeans, isn’t that just bliss?  Fashion classics save you money.  They simply never go out of style and are hot! hot! hot! season after season.  That little black dress that you bought five years ago would still look stunning — and stylish — on you today.

Another reason fashion classics are great is that they are safe.  If you do not feel confident about carrying out the latest trends in full regalia, you can always go back to the classics and just update it.  Most fashion classics are flexible enough that all you have to do is to add this accessory and that accessory, this ring or that earring, to make it more in tune with the trends.

Do not be a fashion victim and do not go broke trying to keep up with the ever-changing fashion trends, load up on these fashion must-haves!

And if clothes have their set of classics and must-haves, so do jewelry.  Here are four jewelry pieces every woman must have in her jewelry box!

1. Hoop Earrings.

Hoop earrings are perfect to keep around because they are very flexible.  No matter how long or short your hair is, hoop earrings are a great complement.  Whether you have your long hair in a carefree bun, or a medium length hair or a short ‘do, hoop earrings can help you stand out.

2. Gemstones.

People consider gemstone jewelry to be a personal affair.  Some wear it for luck, some wear it for protection.  You could have a personal gemstone necklace (like diamonds for those born in April) and it will carry your own personal statement.  And that is unchangeable.

3.  The All-in-One Look.

If you want to be safe and just do not know what colors will be hit next season, or the next, then find jewelry that can cut across the seasons by having a little bit of everything on it.

4. The classic gold chain.

If diamonds are a woman’s best friend, gold chains are her constant companion.  You can wear it with just about anything.  You could have it simply around your neck, or add a suitable pendant to update your look.

Marcasite is a naturally occurring mineral that are found in sedimentary rocks is mostly composed of iron and sulfur, giving it a pale yellow or off white color with black streaks.  In jewelry, however, the marcasite used is actually pyrite.  This is because real marcasite is brittle and is unsuitable for jewelry.

Pyrite looks very similar to marcasite, and even have the same chemical structure, but it is better formed.  Due to it being found in nature, pyrite has been used for jewelry since the ancient times, back to the time of Ancient Greek and pieces of marcasite jewelry have been found in Incan burial sites.  But it was only during the 18th century that marcasite jewelry gained a wide following when it was made into brooches, lockets, rings and cameos.

Marcasite is often set in silver or steel.  Marcasite jewelry are often described as vintage or antique-looking.  But what makes marcasite jewelry a top gem today is the dazzling quality it lends to pieces.  Just take a look at these marcasite pieces from Luster Forever.

The vintage look on this bracelet is perfect for classic gowns and formal events.

Marcasite also looks great in rings.   Depending on how it is set, it adds a certain degree of elegance and fab.

Although marcasite chains are rare due to its thickness, you could still wear marcasite on your neck with beautiful and bedazzling pendants like this one:

Or perhaps a more feminine and more elaborate look like this one:

And lastly, marcasite for the ears:

As you can see, you can have a complete marcasite get up to give you an air of elegance and class.  Marcasite really makes for dazzling jewelry without going over the top.

And the best part is, you look exquisite without really spending too much money as marcasite jewelry are very friendly to the budget.  These pieces are all around $30.  Hard to believe that something so classy could be so affordable!

He is your mom’s personal confidante and best friend.  He is your biggest fan, attending your piano recital even if he had to miss work for it. He coached your team and egged you on when you were not sure of your abilities.  He made sure the bills got paid and you went to a good school.  He was a comforting presence when you were growing up.  He made sure that the leak on the roof got fixed and the lawn was mowed.

Fathers mean a lot of things to different people.  For some, he is a bastion of stength.  For others, he is a symbol of authority.  Still for others, he is somebody who is loved, feared and respected.

And that is why people around the world celebrate Father’s Day to celebrate the first men in their lives.  Father’s Day is celebrated at various dates depending on the country but most honor their fathers with this special day on the third Sunday of June.  This year, Father’s Day is celebrated on June 20 in 52 countries including the United States.

So how do you show your appreciation to you Dad? TotallyMyStyle.com has these suggestions.

1. Think of what activities he likes and find the perfect gift.  If your dad is crazy about golf, maybe you could give him a whole new set of clubs, or perhaps that iron that he has been eyeing.  Or how about some fishing gear?

2. Spend time with him.  It could be a simple dinner at home, a fishing trip or catching his favorite team play, spend some time with your dad.  This would provide him the chance to do what he likes and both of you with a chance to bond and talk.

3. Personalized items.  Mugs, lighters, tee shirts emblazoned with “World’s Greatest Dad” might sound cheesy for you, but it will surely warm his heart.  Plus points if you create it yourself, like giving him a handcrafted chair with his name on it.

4. Help him look good.  Give him a grooming kit, or a shaving set.  Better yet, give him something that would remind him of you for a very long time.  Like this stainless steel men’s spin ring, which he could wear anywhere:

Or this Zirconium Plated Tungsten Carbide Men’s Cross Ring:

You should also consider this ring that is designed for toughness:

Lady Gaga might not be the first person you think of when you are trying to update your style, but she should be.  The fearless music icon has been wowing people with her offbeat fashion sense that mostly aims to shock or elicit reactions.

But think about it.  Lady Gaga exaggerates her fashion because she is an icon.  And she tries to make people feel that even misfits should have fun.  By donning outrageous clothes and accessories, she sends out the message that it is okay if you do not conform, in fact, it is more admirable if you seek out your own style.

And so, if you want to have Lady Gaga as your style inspiration, be ready to raise some eyebrows, but most specially, be ready to have tremendous fun!

1. Experiment.  Lady Gaga shocks people because she likes to experiment.  From skimpy attires to full blown asymmetrical  gowns, she puts out a design coup by pairing off leather tops and offbeat skirts.

2. Get that attitude.  Lady Gaga just won’t give second thoughts to what other people would think.  And it is that attitude that gives her fashion statements the credibility it needs to fly.

3. Sunglasses. Lady Gaga often dons big sunglasses.  In fact in the world of Lady Gaga sunglasses should be BIG… the bigger the better!

4. Accessories.  Lady Gaga is not afraid to accessorize either.  And her accessories are as varied as the clothes that she puts out.  Gaga-esque accessories range from gothic, offbeat, vintage, weird and surprise, elegant.

Possible Lady Gaga accessories include:

Mention design for women and girls and almost invariably you would get a suggestion for hearts and flowers.  Since time immemorial, hearts and flowers have been associated with femininity.  And while heart bracelets, heart pendants, heart-shaped rings, heart earrings, flower bracelets, flower pendants, flower rings and flower earrings are cool designs for jewelry, surely there are other designs that are as cool and as feminine for women and girls.

Luster Forever recommends these designs that is sure to expand your jewelry design taste and open a new world of design ideas for you.

1. Brown & copper cubic zirconia sterling silver bracelet.  Classic, elegant and different, this earth toned bracelets exudes a quite exquisite quality that is sure to enhance your femininity without using hearts or flowers.  Instead, it combines two quiet and classic shapes: rectangle and oval, and gives it a royal treatment.

2. Sterling silver rectangle charm anklet bracelet. Yet another take on classic designs, this rectangular charm anklet and bracelet is great for its elegance and simplicity.

3. 14k yellow gold solitary round emerald diamond necklace. Diamonds, gold and precious stones combine to make an elegant and feminine piece that women would sure love.  Even without a heart or flower design, this necklace is sure to make you feel like a woman!

4. Leaf cut-outs. Another simple and muted design is the leaf cut-out that affords a great looking symmetry for larger pieces of jewelry.  The self-contained look gives you an alternative to flowers and hearts, but it will still look good, not matter if you are in a party gown or dressing down in your jeans!

5. Filigree designs.  Filigree is a unique design that appeals to most women.  Imagine having a tiara at your disposal, making you feel like a queen or a princess.  Filigree designs are great for every piece of jewerly, not just pendants.  Take a look at this ring that serves as a tiara for your fingers!

Jewelry making is a good skill to have.  If you can’t find the perfect necklace that would go with this to-die-for dress you have just bought, then make it.  Need a good and unique gift for a friend? Need some extra income? Then make jewelry.

Making beaded jewelry is a good way to start in jewelry making.  Why use beads, you ask?  Simple, because they are easy to use and thread together.  There are simply a lot of beads to choose from, you can have your pick according to the material used (glass, wood, corals, enamel, or synthetic plastic) and also you can have your beads in any color you want.

Unlike in the old times when each bead has to be knotted individually, nowadays you only have to get a good string or wire.  Then you select a few good beads and string it together.  Get a good clasp to close your bracelet or necklace and voila! you already have a great piece of jewelry in your hands.

Beads are also very flexible and adaptable.  You can easily combine beads with gemstones, precious and semi-precious stones, crystals and glass.  Or set them in  silver or gold.

Raring to go?  You creativity is your only limitation in making bead jewelry once you have the right set of tools.  But that is not really a problem, is it?  Take design inspirations from these beautiful beaded jewelry from Luster Forever.

Necklaces

Earrings

Bracelets

Pendants

Jewelry design is an art that is perfected by years of practice and requires an up-to-date fashion sense, an intuitive style and technical knowledge on how to put together the piece itself and materials.

Over the years, jewelry making has evolved perhaps as much as fashion itself or more.  From simple pieces, we now have more elaborate jewelry.  And this includes those that have two or more materials used in making it.

Gold and silver. For the longest time, we were told never to mix silver jewelry with gold ones.  It was tacky.  But then, that dictum was broken and we were told that it was cool, elegant even, to have both gold and silver pieces together.  We learned how to layer gold and silver necklaces, and dual toned jewelry became acceptable.

Add some little gemstone and you have a dazzling piece that is sure to make your friends blind and green with envy!

Gold and Crystals. Gold jewelry has always been expensive so to keep the price affordable, most earlier jewelers would use one precious or semi-precious stone to enhance its beauty.  Or just go with pure gold.  But then, gold and crystals could be combined.

Gemstones.  For many women, they love to wear their birthstones as a way to bring luck into their lives as well as look more beautiful.  Gemstones are beautifully set in precious metals to add to the wow factor.

Glass and other materials. As we’ve said, jewelry is highly evolving and more and more materials are being used to enhance precious stones, gems, and metals.  Take this glass and silver combination for example:

Or this glass, pearl and beads ensemble:

Even wood and rubber is getting the jewelry treatment:

Using different materials can certainly add some character and uniqueness to jewelry.  For those who cannot make up their minds, you can always go for a smorgasbord type of jewelry like this necklace that brings together all the gemstones:

Or perhaps one piece that makes use of different stones:

Women, they say, should have at least one black dress in their closet.  And why not?  The little black dress is perfect for any occasion and proves to be very flexible: you can wear it anywhere at any time of the day.  The little black dress is a classic and simply never goes out of fashion.

And by saying you can wear it any time of the day, we say any time of the day.

Going shopping or just hanging out at the malls with friends?  Spruce up your black dress with comfy sandals, get your bag and shades.

And accessorize with a long necklace with an eye catching pendant…

or nifty bangles and bracelets!

Having a nightcap with friends?  Sneak off with a black dress, a clutch purse and a necklace.  It is as simple as that!

You can opt for a simple necklace like this one:

Or a dazzling pearl choker.

You can also go all out with gold!  Gold and black goes well together for your nocturnal outings!

For more formal events, you can always spruce up your black dress with pearls!

Have your fill of pearl necklaces here.

You can also never go wrong with silver:

Try these out:

Some reminders though.  A timeless black dress should fit you very well and should be simple enough to be able to accessorize it with the latest fashion accessories.  If you are going to have just one black dress, then go for one that is around knee length, this way you can pull it off even at cocktail parties or at the mall.

Military clothing has long been a staple of women’s fashion.  Indeed, military inspired clothing have appeared year after year, season after season.  Whereas last year’s rage was the military jacket and big shoulders, Spring 2010 calls for much muted and feminine military clothes.

And by feminine, it means that military clothing for this season are much less obvious.

The color of military clothing for spring is navy and army green.  By all means, stay away from camouflage wear!!! Go for pieces that are made out of shearling.  Cuts now are more feminine and soft military clothing is what you are looking for.

For the most part, you could never go wrong with a matching top and bottom ensemble, or a military jacket on leather pants.  Military boots, preferably those with shearling embellishments, are also coming back.

There is actually two main looks for spring military wear: aviator and army.  The aviator look is more structured, and nothing much can be done with it.  It’s all about a brown aviator jacket with slim feminine cuts.  If you want to have the freedom to wear anything that you want and still be in vogue, then go for the army look this spring.

The Dog Tag

Who can think about military wear and not think about dog tags?  Well, the dog tag is still very much alive this year, as Giselle Bundchen shows:

LusterForever.com has just the right generic dog tag for you:

But because spring 2010’s military fashion is all about becoming more feminine, then we suggest this:

Or this:

Leather

Military wear, especially the army look also calls for a lot of leather.  Again, check out what Gisele Bundchen has on her wrist:

So how about these?

A Little Bit More Feminine

If you like something a bit more feminine, you can always copy model Lily Donaldson’s look:

And accessorize with gold rings, silver rings, bracelets, and dangling necklaces.