Yellow gold continues to be popular and is evolving into more tactile versions of both classic and experimental pieces. Many of the finishes are created by hand, giving the pieces a soulful sense of character and a customized feel. The textural nuances cross every category of jewelry, allowing designers to work with larger techniques on, say, a cuff bracelet or statement necklace while they create intricate details on earrings, rings and smaller pendants. The looks sometimes have archeological influences and also borrow from different periods for twisted, braided, cannetille, filigree and a range of finishes.

By BETH BERNSTEIN

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