Summer is the time when the world goes truly green! That’s why the emerald is perfect as the birthstone of May – shining forth in all its green glory, and bringing a much-needed and refreshing touch to the long days and balmy evenings.
Emerald belongs to the beryl family of minerals and over the ages has found favour with celebs and ordinary folk, with men as well as women. And why not? The emerald is believed to bring wisdom, growth and patience. Gifting an emerald to a loved one, in fact, is considered to be a sign of fidelity and love.
In today’s world, the emerald enjoys a charmed status. Celebs love to flaunt it. From single emerald stunners to necklaces laced with the green stone’s inimitable glamour, the emerald adds grace as well as energy to your look. Here’s a look at how to wear your emeralds, and make it shine!
A Jolie appearance
Anjelina wears her emeralds big, bold and solo. No other jewellery is needed when you’re going in for this look – all you need is an additional helping of flair and panache! Shop here for emerald earrings
Keep it Kool and Kim
Trust Kim Kardashian to bring on the emeralds and wear them with just the right mix of naughty and nice. You want to make her look yours? Pair emeralds with diamonds, and watch the compliments escalate! Shop for emerald ring
Madhuri’s mad about green!
Our own Madhuri makes the simple but classy emerald look a sure winner, by pairing it with the emerald’s best mate – you guessed it right! Diamonds! Her deep, dark emerald in a classic setting is one look that is timeless and irresistible!
Cut it like the emerald
The emerald is not just a stone – it’s also the cut of diamond that celebs around the world simply can’t get enough of. From J Lo to Jackie Kennedy Onassis, from Madonna to Princess Di and of course, Paris Hilton’s famous 24 carat engagement ring, the emerald-cut diamond is a favourite among celebs who want to say “I do” (even if they eventually don’t! J)
So celebrate May with the emerald or any stone that is chiseled to shine in the emerald cut. Both will give you the same effect – a style that’s sure to keep you at the centre of all the attention, not just this month, but all the year through! Log on to CaratLane.com for the shortest to turn the world around you green with emerald jewelry
