Diamond Studs Hold Universal Appeal
Diamond studs are one of the most versatile pieces of jewelry because not only can it be dressed up or down according to your wardrobe, both women and men can wear them. Diamonds are timeless and will always be in style, regardless if the rest of the world went hip hop, rock or even back to nature.
Choosing diamond studs as a gift is a safe choice because virtually everyone treasures them and they can go with everything from a formal evening dress to a t-shirt and jeans. However, do you know what to look for in terms of shape, size and color when shopping for diamond studs? There are several things to take into consideration so that you will make the right choice for that someone special.
The Color and Setting
One of the first things you should look for when it comes to diamond studs is the color of the stone in the setting. You want a colorless or near colorless quality to them as well as have no imperfections visible to the naked eye. In jeweler's terms, what you should look for in the diamond is an "I" color or better with a clarity of at least "SI."
You will find diamond studs with round cut stones that have three or four prong settings all the way to princess cut stones with four prongs and everything in between. In addition, the metal can make a huge difference in the impact of the studs. For instance, diamond studs in a platinum or white gold setting will have a timeless, classic quality that looks cool under pressure while the yellow gold has a warmer look.
As far as the shape of your diamond studs is concerned, it is a matter of preference and if these are to be a gift to someone, you will have to closely observe the other jewelry they wear. For instance, if the studs are for a woman is she wearing other diamond jewelry like a pendant or specially shaped solitaire ring? If so, take your cue from the shape of that diamond when you are purchasing diamond studs for someone else.
Your Backing Options
Your two primary choices when it comes to diamond studs are friction backs and threaded backs to keep them securely fastened to your ears. If the studs are expensive with a high clarity and colorless diamond, you will want to protect that investment by opting for the threaded backs. The stud post has actual threads on it that the backing screws onto for a secure fit.
However, just because diamond studs may not have the threaded back, doesn't mean that they are not equally expensive or high quality. Some people do not like the threaded stud posts and prefer to stick with the friction backs which have the tiny notches etched into the post so that the backing nut clicks into place and does not slide off.
As you can see, there are a variety of options when it comes to choosing studs for yourself or for someone special. The best thing for you to do is to visit several jewelers to view their diamond offerings so you can get good representation of the different diamond studs available.
