Must-Have Jewelry for 2011; LeVian Predicts Trends for 2011: Into the Wild

What will 2011 bring by way of new fashion? When it comes to jewelry, the people to ask are the fine jewelers at LeVian. Here's what fashion experts had to say in a recent Harper's Bazaar year end feature: "LeVian is leading the animal-inspired design pack with with wildlife inspired looks from its Into the Wild collection."

The Swiss-made timepieces featured are individually numbered limited editions of tigers, panthers and pandas, made into a mosaic of sparkling jewels inlaid into the faces of the watches. And the straps? They are made of genuine stingray! How's that for luxury?

Now most of us simply cannot afford one of the LeVian special timepieces with raised diamond dials. However, the trend is worth taking note of. Whatever can be done in high style can also be recreated in a number of more affordable, and yet luxurious, ways.

The secret to leading a fashionable life is to keep up with the trends. If you are able to do that, you can recreate that million dollar look at a small fraction of the price.

It is not only in timepieces that the call of the wild is to be expected in the coming year. Pendants, brooches and even rings will all take on equestrian and wild animal themes.

Unfortunately, many of the fine artistically crafted fine jewelry pieces displayed above are not even available for sale at the moment, but they are what the future hold. Why not enjoy the future today with products already available on Amazon?

Of course, for those who can afford it, there is nothing like the real thing. This LeVian Pendant with Chocolate Diamond pave is very much like tomorrows creations, but available today.

Rhodium plated base metal is paved with sparkling rhinestones in this gorgeous panther head ring. Wild-life inspired themes are the trend of the future, and this ring can be had today, for a very reasonable price.

The LeVian jewelers predict that rhodium plated jewelry will continue to dominate the industry. In that case, why not wed the rhodium plated metal with the wild-life inspired theme? It looks like a winning combination!

A more price version of the leopard head can be found in the Emerald Eye Onyx Pave Sterling Silver vintage ring from Bling Jewelry. The gorgeous green eyes are the drawing point here, and they are every bit as much a draw as a more expensive wild-life themed piece.

 This is a  designer inspired cocktail ring, covered from head to tail in pave set cubic zirconia. This sparkling ring depicts an exotic and sleek panther gripping its own tail. The  marquis cut dark green emerald eyes give the ring an exotic feel and look. Onyx cubic zirconia make for the look of a leopard's spots! Panther or leopard, this is one ring that is fit for royalty.

Sometimes it's not the most expensive pieces that leave the biggest impression. This charming little green turtle necklace will spark many a conversation.

For the equestrians among us, the year 2011 will be a fine one. Anything equestrian in theme will suddenly be in. Take this fine piece in turquoise and silver made by native American artist Calvin Begay. It is sure to appreciate in value over time. Buy it today, and watch your investment pay off!

In fashion, as in any other business, to be forewarned is to be forearmed. Knowing the trends is half the battle. The year 2011 will be a year that values wildlife in all its forms. Wildlife and equestrian themed pieces will be the must-have items on everyone's list.

Copyright 2010 Medora Trevilian