They aren’t engagement rings or gifts of love. No, right-hand rings are instead an exertion of independence, a celebration of beauty, or simply a gift to one’s self. Without a doubt, they always make a statement, promising to tell the world what you want to say.

For the past several years, women around the world have been buying into, and buying, the idea of the right-hand ring. While the left hand says commitment, family, and responsibilities, the ring hand can scream adventure, trumpet success, or simply serve as a well-deserved indulgence.

Right-hand rings range in price from about $50 to upwards of $3000, the only limit being what you wish to spend. They come in all cuts, styles, and metals, and are very comfortable for everyday use. Pick a style to express your personality, and enjoy looking down on your right-hand sparkle.

Right-hand rings are less traditional than engagement rings, sporting styles with multiple diamonds, bigger designs, and showing off a more playful, less-serious mood. Celebrities have long shown off their right-hand rocks, and if you choose to join, you’ll find yourself fashionably alongside Julia Roberts, Cameron Diaz, Sharon Stone, Sarah Jessica Parker, and many more of your favorite fashionistas.

It may be a splurge, but right-hand rings are here to show you that you’re worth it, so take the dive and indulge yourself.

Right-hand Ring Styles and Options:

• Choose you Right-Hand Ring style
• Right-Hand Rings at A Diamond is Forever
• Right-Hand Ring styles and samples

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The jewelry trend for 2008 is a take on the old adage that less is more, but bigger is louder; and loud is good. Women (and men) are opting for less jewelry but the pieces they choose are bigger, more elaborate and make a statement.

A great example of the big and bold jewelry movement is the pieces designed by Stephen Dweck, a designer carried by Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus and many other fine retail outlets. Dweck introduced his first collection in 1981 and was lucky enough to find immediate success and acceptance. His particular style is oft focused on beautiful stones, pearls and gems which blend beautifully with today

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Large cocktail rings are already cropping up on tiny fingers. Remember Carrie Underwood

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An elaborate cuff bracelet makes a statement, which is sure to spark a topic of conversation. Here are a few of my favorite choices for fall in a variety of price ranges.

Desert Bliss Hand Enameled Cuff Bracelet – $65.00
This bracelet from 1928 Jewelry features a great combination of copper and brown shades in a very detailed floral pattern. The cuff blends topaz-colored stones and simulated tiger’s eye. It will make a very affordable addition to your fall wardrobe.

John Hardy Dot Silver Coil Bracelet – $795
This triple coil bracelet from John Hardy features sterling silver in a very interesting dot design. Made in Bali, this bracelet is a luxury option at $795 from Saks Fifth Avenue.

18k White Gold Diamond Bracelet – $7,499.99
Even at half off at Overstock.com, this lavish cuff bracelet is incredibly expensive. Over 5 carats of diamonds are set in a gorgeous floral motif. If you’ve got the money, this beautiful bracelet is perfect to wear with your best evening wear.

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If you are looking for a bright pendants, bracelets and other jewelry, Fire & Ice, Inc. features an array of interesting jewelry made from gemstones and glass.

Their art glass jewelry collection offers wonderful shades of green, blue, red and purple in very dramatic pieces.

This Dichroic Glass Eight-Square Link Watch features a simple, silver rectangular face watch with vibrant chunky beads making up the band.

This watch is as a fun as it is beautiful. The variety of colors and patterns are eye-catching and will make quite the conversation piece. The watch retails for $145 and can be purchased online at fireandice.com.

They also have a bracelet made from similar glass beads in various shades of blue. The Dichroic Glass Link Bracelet pictured below is quite affordable at only $119.

These pieces would look great paired with an all black or grey outfit, along with bright shoes and a bold handbag.

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