In the last few seasons gold jewelry has made a return after minimal days of nothing but diamond ear studs. Less is not more anymore! The trend in 2006 is ethnic inspired vibrant gold jewelry, extensive long chandelier earrings, beautiful exotic stones and colors. Silver and platinum are taking the back burner; gold is the star of the show in 2006! Long dangling earrings, artisan necklaces and bracelets are all in vogue this year. This year celebrities will be wearing a lot of boho, artisan and handmade gold jewerly. Chic must haves of the year are 18K and 24K gold jewelry, materials like silk and velvet ribbons, tiger’s eye, tourmaline and turquoise.