In general, gemstones are perceived as either highly valuable or just mere ornaments, but in reality, they are totally soundless in human lives. To the majority of women, jewelry is one of such daily items that are not seen as lavish or as a trendy accessory. The jewelry's presence is acknowledged so slowly and subtly that it is practically unperceived. Just like watches or warm slippers, people do not put on jewelry for comfort but because it is not standing out.
Typically, the whole selection of jewelry does not take place every morning at the mirror. The decision had been made a long time ago. A perfect ring, a necklace that goes with any outfit, and tiny studs that one does not feel at all have been turned into standard options. These pieces are worn again and again not for their distinctiveness but for their capacity to become the wearer's daily life without any struggle.
Eventually, the daily jewelry goes through the same transformations as the person's lifestyle. It is being used for every activity: work, travel, running errands, and sometimes even during sleep. The item may lose its original shine and acquire some tiny scratches, but such imperfections are usually not perceived. What counts really is the intimacy that the piece has with the wearer. Too long without it, not because of a sentimental bond, but because the body is used to its presence.
There are individuals who have their daily jewelry on for years. Some pieces were bought during big life changes, others were simply gifts given without any particular occasion. Gradually, these things are becoming less and less "past" and more and more "present". Their worth is no longer determined by beauty but by the comfort.
The modern way of living has marked a drastic change in both jewelry design and usage. People are nowadays drawn towards jewelry that is made from light metals, and polished and skin-friendly materials that are not going to hinder their daily activities. With this scenario, the continuous wear of jewelry is anticipated to be very less visible and to need no adjusting. Heavy items or those that call too much attention to the wearer are usually exchanged for the more plain and comfortable ones.
Another aspect that has contributed to the modernization of jewelry is the buying process. The internet has made it so that a person can take his/her time and go over the items without any pressure. The whole process is very personal and slow, almost like jewelry in life—quietly and without haste.
To some people, daily jewelry may be unnoticed and that is usually the intention. The significance of jewelry is not based on its visibility. For the user, it is a feeling of being normal and a source of warmth. It becomes their beat, silently merging with their daily life.
Jewels are not just a question of tastes. They lose their character of being just the dressing up and slowly becoming a part of a person's daily life like a shadow that is always there but never really noticed.
