Blue gems a hot commodity this summer

Blue gems a hot commodity this summer

Azures and cobalts are due to get their fair share of attention by fashion moguls across the board this summer, but jewelry in particular is set to turn a distinct shade of moody blue.

"Deep, clear blue is an enthralling color – intense and at the same time refreshing," Jewelers' Circular Keystone reports. "Blue translates into accents on jewelry in a variety of gemstones, including sapphires and lapis lazuli, along with enameling, beads, woven fabrics and other materials. Blue also mixes well with all the metallic hues including not only yellow gold and white metals but also copper, gunmetal and rose gold."

Blues come in a variety of tints and moods, running the gamut from azure aquamarine Vera Wang fashion rings and Calvin's Collection solitaire pendants to the deep sapphire featured in the Varna White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Briolette Dangle Earrings. Mixing and matching various blue gemstones is an especially astute fashion maneuver. Pair with your favorite blue clothing item or contrast your blue jewelry with yellow, gold or orange accents.