Wooden jewelry
Wood has become quite a fashionable jewelry material. Up till now it was taken in consideration only to complement summery safari or afro inspired looks. But this season, thanks to designers like Fendi, Marni, and Missoni shown here, wooden jewelry add a sophisticated twist to any outfit. From earrings to bangles and necklaces, just take your pick.
Missoni spring 2008
Wood & Metal Gypsy Hoop Earrings - Brown/Silver, $5.99, available at Tillys.

Alexis Bittar Wood Studded Earrings, $39.00, Verbena.

Oblong Wood Bangle by Kenneth Jay Lane, $36.00, Vivre.
Wood disc pendant necklace, $35.00, Banana Republic.

Sterling Silver and Brown Resin Topaz Crystal Necklace, $49.95, Watch Material.

Xhilaration Into The Woods Long Beaded Necklace, $9.09, Target.

Exotic Wood, Sterling & Citrine necklace, $345.00, The Grazi Collection.

Looks great and probably a nice idea given the current high price of gold. While many wholesale jewelry manufacturers in Thailand are turning to silver jewelry, innovative ideas like wood jewelry might be an interesting concept to try. Such wholesale jewelry might be better marketed if combined with silver designs that includes gems.
Wood jewelry has also emerged as a trend from young designers. I thought Mary Katrantzou's (Central Saint Martin's) wooden jewelry pieces make a strong statement without looking ethnic.
i really like that first big necklace piece. very original. but, the rest of the earrings and necklaces i can do without.