The verdict is in, statement jewellery is said to be the biggest trend this spring. For those of you who had their bets on florals (the obvious choice of trend) and wondering what the ? is statement jewellery – you’re in for a real treat!

Statement jewellery is any piece that is bold, bright, stylish, in your face and totally eye-catching. Be it vintage, expensive or straight out of your current jewellery box, if it’s colourful, completes your outfit and bound to cause envious eyes, be sure to flaunt it!

Does it have to be an evening thing? Isn’t all big jewellery expensive? Can any one pull it off? I hear you say! Shhhhhh…. Stress less… the great thing about statement jewellery is that it can be paired with any outfit (the plainer the better), it is one way to show off your individual style, you can buy pieces from just about anywhere at any cost and, the best part, you will be totally on trend!

Handy tips when shopping for statement jewellery...

• Stay away from jewellery chain stores, that way you can avoid investing on a piece that every second person in your friendship group has! Market shopping is always great-espesh for vintage stuff!
• Go for something unique. At the mo, rhinestones are the ‘it’ thing in hand-made jewellery.
• Know your stones - these days terms, like ‘plated’ and ‘man made’, have made their way onto labels the world over. Make sure that the stones and metals are genuine, tagged and you are getting great value for your dollar! Don’t be afraid to ask questions.
• Shop with someone you trust! It never hurts to have a second opinion, just as long as they aren’t going to snatch up your beloved buy minutes after you leave the store!
• If you are a self-confessed consumer junkie, make sure you are buying the right piece for you, not just anything for the sake of being on trend. Some great questions to ask yourself while queuing up at the checkout counter include: a) can I really afford this, b) will I wear it more than once, c) would I regret it if I didn’t buy it?

Who's Who:
Check out some on-trend celebs, strutting about in statement jewellery...