Jewelry is more than just a decorative accessory; it also has a psychological impact on us. The pieces we adorn ourselves with can be a representation of our values, mindset, behavior, and even our relationships with other people. Let’s discuss how jewelry can affect our psychological and social attributes.
Jewelry as a way to influence our mood
We use jewelry to make us feel good about ourselves and to uplift our mood. Colored gemstones in particular have a huge psychological impact on ourselves, with different colors associated with different moods and energies.
For example, red is a bold and statement-making color often associated with passion and love. Wearing red jewelry, like this Happy Hearts Carnelian Earrings from Chopard can significantly boost one’s confidence.
Blue, on the other hand, is a soothing and serene color that reminds one of blue skies and calming waters of the sea. Wearing blue jewelry like this pair of lapis lazuli earrings from Pasquale Bruni can give you a sense of calm and clarity.
Jewelry as a way to honor our past
Wearing sentimental jewelry from a beloved family member who passed away serves as a reminder of the times you spent together. Wearing an heirloom piece is also a great way to honor their memory and keep them alive in our hearts.
If you own heirloom jewelry that you can’t use because of its current state, you can have it cleaned and serviced to make it wearable again. When it comes to repairing heirloom fine jewelry, Houston residents depend on Zadok Jewelers’ custom services. We can help breathe new life into a family heirloom, or restore a treasured timepiece to perfect condition.
Jewelry as a way to express our identity
We wear jewelry as a form of self-expression, and the type of jewelry we wear holds symbolic meanings that represent our identities and the values we hold dear to our hearts. For example, wearing jewelry has always been associated with religion and spirituality, like this Hamsa pendant and evil eye charm, which are both believed to bring protection and happiness to its wearer.
Introduced during the Prohibition era, cocktail rings are closely associated with women’s rights. These rings are decorated with huge center stones and flanked by smaller ones, and were initially worn by emancipated women from this era. Once the prohibition was lifted, the cocktail ring remained an important accessory up to this day. Cocktail rings like this A & Furst ring in prasiolite and emeralds effortlessly show off your independence and self-sufficiency to the world.
Jewelry as a way to signal our personality
The type of jewelry we wear also sends subtle signals about our personality and the way we interact with others. For example, wearing bold statement pieces like this Marrakech pendant from Marco Bicego indicates a strong personality that is confident and assertive, while those who prefer understated and minimalist pieces like this emerald-cut diamond necklace from Roberto Coin will have a more reserved and introverted personality.
The next time you are shopping for a piece of jewelry, consider both the aesthetic quality and the psychological impact it will have on you.
