Turquoise is a global gemstone favorite admired by cultures from Asia to the Americas. Smoky quartz is a gemstone that is carries balancing and negativity blocking energies like turquoise. Together, they are a powerful spiritual and aesthetic combination.

I was captivated by the slivers of turquoise and the brown hues that permeate the gemstones. When I found these round and oval shaped brilliant smoky quartz gemstones, I thought that the color, texture and size elements made a stunning statement.

With four casual creations from the sophisticated combination of turquoise and smoky quartz, you can create a look that fits your lifestyle and your budget. Find these one-of-a-kind pieces in the Southwest Sizzle Collection.

Red Turquoise by StyleFolio featuring Michael Antonio shoes

Turquoise + Sand by StyleFolio featuring Gucci bags

Turquoise Kaftan by StyleFolio featuring Melissa Odabash dresses

Turquoise Beach by StyleFolio featuring Diane von Furstenberg shoes

Smoke + Turquoise by StyleFolio featuring Cole Haan bags

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Denim is back in a big way for the spring/summer 2010 season with an abundance of options. Denim trend colors include blue, black, white or grey with holes, rips, tears and even patches. Although these details may not be for you, embellishments like studs, zippers, rivets, chains and prints might fit your style. Go skinny or appropriately fitted to make your statement. While you’re at in, layer on these denim-inspired pieces of sodalite and clear crystal quartz gemstones for extra texture and fashion fun.

Check out this mini collection of denim-inspired jewelry in the Pop & Print Collection.

Jean and White Casual by StyleFolio featuring Tory Burch shoes

Navy, White and Denim by StyleFolio featuring Marc by Marc Jacobs tops

Jean and Grey by StyleFolio featuring Juicy Couture shoes

Denim Collection by StyleFolio featuring KORS Michael Kors shoes

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It is time for spring break. Here are five ways to be fashionable while you are having fun. Sometimes a little statement is all you need.

Gladiator V1 by StyleFolio featuring Miu Miu shoes

Buy these earrings and related complements here.

Gladiator V2 by StyleFolio featuring Miu Miu shoes

Buy these turquoise earrings and turquoise cuff for a range of casual wardrobe looks.

Spring Break Chili by StyleFolio featuring TopShop shoes

Buy these pieces individually or as a set here.

Spring Break by StyleFolio featuring Forever21 tops

Buy a bit of the ocean with this seashell and 22K gold over brass cuff and coordinating earrings.

Spring Break Orange by StyleFolio featuring Milly dresses

Buy these orange mother-of-pearl and seashell earrings here.

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Pearls seem to beckon to women of all ages, style personalities and social backgrounds. You can buy the earrings and necklace featured in these samples here. Below are three ways to add one-of-a-kind, affordable pearl jewelry pairings to your wardrobe possibilities:

Taupe and Pearl by StyleFolio featuring Dsquared2 shoes

Cape and Black by StyleFolio featuring Derek Lam

Jeans + Pearls by StyleFolio featuring Donna Karan

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Layered, stacked, draped, pinned or crowned, jewelry has always been a statement of personality, style and power. Even the earliest known civilizations exhibited a desire for personal adornment, using jewelry as an expression of their rank. These ornamental findings show that as each society advanced, their jewelry also developed a distinctive style that reflected their cultural voice.

What is known today about ancient jewelry has quite literally been unearthed. Most often, ancient jewels have been found buried with the dead or in hidden caches, most likely secreted during uprisings and wars. Excavations show that both men and women wore jewelry - and lots of it.

Both genders wore earrings, arm bands, bracelets, bangles, necklaces, head pieces, ankle bracelets, brooches, rings and more. Headbands were prominent amongst royals and attendants. Full body adornments and common layering of multiple pieces was part of their daily dress. In death, especially amongst royals, they were adorned to the hilt with jewelry worn during life. Even the poor were buried with simple necklaces.

Read the first part in its entirety - Fashion Collaborative.

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Metallic is marvelous darling, just marvelous. Silver metallic is also a magnet for excitement and can double as a disco mirror chip in a pinch.

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Yvette loves to be creative and is always looking for new ways to express herself. In addition to designing some of her own clothes, painting, sketching, writing and a host of other artsy activities, she now adds jewelry designer to her repertoire. After all, this site is her new baby. Her pieces are peppered throughout the site under the label of Fiscally Fabulous. The collection, inside and outside of this label, will expand.

Jewelry gives her the opportunity to explore combinations of color, texture, scale and other factors to create wearable art. She views jewelry as one of the ultimate outlets for personal expression. One closet is definitely not enough. A self-professed lover of clothes (never too many), shoes (never to high), jewelry (never too much) and all things girly; she covets dressing up so that she can layer on all of her goods.

Stay tuned as she expands her artistic horizons.

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This look is rock fantasy meets Palm Springs poolside bling. The color Cobalt blue and shoulder length earrings are making more pronounced appearances on designer runways and red carpets.

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Fall is a FAB-U-LUSH assortment of creativity. Bold, beautiful accessories continue to take center stage. As Michael Kors says, “Statement pieces give the simplest sweater and skirt a whole new personality.” Ah, yes, ladies, it is time to showcase your personality.

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