The Diamonds International Jewelry Blog

When at work, piling on the gaudy jewelry is up there on the list of “things that make you look unprofessional” (along with wearing too much cologne, bringing really stinky food for lunch and sporting flip-flops with your suit). Savvy pencil-pushers know that the right jewelry can make your outfit, but too much can be, well, too much. Women, you don’t want to look like an extra from Dynasty - your jewelry should give you a polished, sophisticated look. Fellows, the Mr. T look is soooooo last decade, so leave the heavy gold chains at home and opt for a more subdued look.

Women in business want to be taken seriously, and don’t want their accessories to take attention away from their professional strengths. Barbara Walters, Michelle Obama, Carolyn Kepcher, Sarah Palin and Oprah Winfrey have all mastered the concept of adding feminine touches, such as jewelry, to a business suit while still looking respectable and classy. Stud earrings, simple pendants and wide bangles are accessories that these women have adopted as staples in their professional wardrobes.

The Gordon Geckos of the world know that looking like “The Man in Charge” makes clients feel like you are a capable, well-groomed gentleman who takes personal pride in everything to do with his job, including dressing for work. However, too much jewelry on a business man can look vain, boastful or downright cheesy. It’s best to stick with functional basics that add a splash of character to an ordinary suit, like interesting cuff links, a monogrammed money clip or a unique tie-bar.

Whether you’re an entry-level newbie fresh out of grad school or a seasoned, stock-holding CEO, ShopDI.com has the right jewelry to take your office look to the next level.