April 2005 Merchandise | Gold Jewelry Yellow Gold's Hold The metal is fashionable across all cultures StyleWatch Yellow gold is tabbed as the next big thing, again, as fashion swings back from all-white metals all-the-time. Ethnic markets, as well, present growth opportunities. Yellow gold holds cultural resonance with those of South Asian and Middle Eastern descents. Forty-one percent of Hispanic consumers polled by the Jewelry Consumer Opinion Council chose yellow gold as their favorite metal, with white gold as the second favorite at 29%. Larger, bolder yellow gold pieces appeal to fashionistas of all cultures – the jewelry perfectly accents the bohemian look that’s popular for summer. Diamond Y-necklace in 24k gold with 2.60 carat of white brilliant diamonds and diamond briolettes is $11,550 suggested retail. Gurhan, New York City; (646) 230-1122, fax (646) 230-1112. Two-tone gold comfort fit wedding bands. Stuller Inc., Lafayette, LA; (800) 877-7777, fax (337) 981-1655, www.stuller.com. Necklace of 18k gold is set with 52.13 carats of round brilliant fancy-color diamonds. Tacori, Glendale, CA; (800) 421-9844, fax (818) 863-1520, www.tacori.com. Rings are 18k yellow gold with citrine center stone complemented by Nissencut™ diamonds. C.&K. Nissenbaum Inc., New York City; (212) 869-7646, fax (212) 869-7659. Earrings are 14k gold. Zoe B., New York City; (212) 594-1345, fax (212) 594-1382. Necklace and earrings are 18k yellow gold. Jenny Perl for JMP Associates, Wheaton, MD; (301) 933-9500. The TeAmo® pendant is available in 14k yellow or white gold with three round brilliant-cut diamonds, from 1/5 to 1 carat total. Dangler Studios, Sarasota FL; (888) DANGLER, fax (941) 957-4948, www.danglerstudios.com. Earrings are 14k with tourmaline beads. Suggested retail, $210. Nancy B. & Co., Culver City, CA; (800) 421-0464, fax (310) 836-2409.