Just Ask Leslie: Jewelry Tips

Dear Leslie,
I have been noticing chandelier earrings on a lot of Hollywood starlets lately. I am quite enamored of the style and would like to know where I can find a pair and if there are any rules for wearing them?
Deborah in Madison

Chandelier earrings can indeed be seen swaying from the ears of celebrities ranging from Jennifer Lopez to Nicole Kidman to Natalie Portman. These earrings are at once elegant and sexy and can add a touch of glamour to even the most mundane of outfits.

Best worn with up-swept hair and a low neckline, chandelier earring emphasize the wearer’s neck and shoulders. You can choose from the classic, such as this pearl and diamond pair, to the bohemian, including this enticing pair, in which the luster of the gold is enhanced by the blue topaz beads.

If you are looking for a pair to wear to dressy occasions, I would suggest a pair in yellow gold and diamonds, as they are sure to enliven your outfit and add a sparkle to your face.

For more casual occasions, I would suggest a more colorful combination, such as this ruby and sapphire combo.

Whatever you choose, you are sure to shine.