Expert guidance from Universal Diamonds on maximizing your collection and knowing when to add new pieces!
Five holiday parties in two weeks. As you stand in front of your jewelry box for the third event this season, a familiar frustration sets in. The same diamond studs you wore to the office party. The same pendant necklace from your anniversary dinner last weekend. The same tennis bracelet that’s been your go-to for years.
You have beautiful pieces—jewelry you love—but somehow, wearing the same combinations to every event leaves you feeling less than memorable. You want to make an impression at every celebration, feeling confident and polished, whether you’re at a casual neighborhood gathering or a black-tie gala. Yet something feels missing.
Understanding how to style what you already own—and recognizing which strategic additions would multiply your options—can transform your collection into a jewelry wardrobe that works across your entire holiday calendar.
Understanding what makes holiday jewelry work
The difference between jewelry that completes your look and jewelry that falls flat often comes down to understanding a few key principles. According to Ronnie Agami at Universal Diamonds in Buckhead, most people have beautiful pieces—but they’re missing the combinations that make them versatile.
“We see this every holiday season,” explains Ronnie. “Someone has a gorgeous pair of diamond studs and maybe a tennis bracelet, but they’re missing the pieces that would give them real flexibility. They can handle one type of event beautifully, but when the calendar fills up with everything from school concerts to black-tie galas, the gaps become apparent.”
The power of layering
Layering creates dimension and visual interest that single pieces cannot achieve on their own. And it's not just about necklaces—layering bracelets and even rings makes a statement.
For necklaces, layering multiple tennis necklaces in various lengths creates remarkable sophistication. Vary the diamond sizes—perhaps a delicate tennis necklace with smaller stones paired with a bolder one featuring larger diamonds. Mix lengths to create that cascading effect. Add a pendant necklace for a personal touch and additional visual interest.
Tennis bracelets offer even more versatility through strategic stacking. Vary widths, mix metals, or introduce colored gemstones alongside diamonds—each combination creates different looks for different occasions.
The challenge? Most people own individual pieces purchased at different times for different reasons—not a curated collection designed to layer and complement each other. That tennis bracelet you received for your anniversary is beautiful on its own, but without complementary pieces to stack with it, you’re limited to one look.
Day-to-night versatility
One of the most valuable qualities of diamond jewelry is the ability to transition seamlessly from daytime elegance to evening glamour. This is where investment in the right pieces truly pays off.
Diamond studs are the ultimate example. They’re appropriate for virtually every occasion on your holiday calendar, from casual family gatherings to formal galas. But here’s where collections often show their gaps: you need variety in your earring wardrobe. Diamond studs handle the classic moments beautifully, but diamond hoops add a different energy—sophisticated enough for formal settings, yet with a contemporary edge that works for everything in between.
Don’t overlook rings beyond your engagement ring and wedding band. Stack eternity bands for formal events, or wear a statement ring for everyday elegance.
The formal-to-casual spectrum
Here’s where many holiday calendars become challenging: you need jewelry that works across drastically different dress codes.
For casual holiday gatherings—family dinners, neighborhood parties, school concerts and performances, afternoon celebrations—the jewelry should feel approachable but polished. Diamond studs paired with a delicate tennis bracelet set the right tone. Maybe layered tennis necklaces in different lengths for added interest.
Office holiday parties require that professional-yet-festive balance. This is where many collections show their gaps most clearly. You need pieces sophisticated enough for a work environment but special enough to signal celebration. A tennis necklace layered with a diamond pendant necklace can take you from office to evening. Diamond hoops that catch the light without being too dramatic. Stacked tennis bracelets that add polish and personality. Jewelry that says “I made an effort” without being boastful.
Formal evening events—galas, upscale dinners, New Year’s Eve celebrations—demand your finest pieces to truly shine. This is where tennis bracelets featuring diamonds and other gemstones stacked together create impact, where diamond hoops or chandelier earrings make their statement, and where a tennis necklace becomes the elegant foundation for a more dramatic layered look.
The Universal Diamonds advantage
Building a collection that works across your holiday calendar requires expert guidance and access to pieces selected to complement one another.
The team at Universal Diamonds in Buckhead understands that jewelry purchases—especially investment pieces like tennis necklaces and diamond bracelets—require more than looking at photos online or seeing individual pieces in isolation.
“We encourage clients to try different combinations together,” explains Ronnie Agami of Universal Diamonds. “You might come in thinking you need one specific piece, but when you see how a tennis bracelet looks stacked with two others, or how layering tennis necklaces in different lengths creates an entirely different effect, it changes your perspective on what’s possible.”
“At Universal Diamonds, we maintain an extensive collection of diamond jewelry so you can discover what actually works for your style, wardrobe, and specific holiday calendar,” says Ronnie. You can see how diamond hoops compare to your existing studs. Try stacking three tennis bracelets in different widths to understand the impact. Layer tennis necklaces and add a pendant to visualize the complete look.
From tennis bracelets and necklaces in various styles to diamond studs, hoops, and statement rings—all ready to try on and compare.
Expertise that identifies what you actually need
Perhaps the most valuable aspect of working with Universal Diamonds is their ability to assess what’s truly missing from your collection—and what’s not necessary.
Ronnie Agami and his team take time to understand what pieces you already own, what occasions you’re dressing for, and where the strategic gaps exist. This isn’t about selling you everything in the case—it’s about identifying the two or three pieces that will genuinely transform your options.
“Sometimes a client needs just one additional tennis bracelet to create stacking options,” Agami explains. “Other times, adding diamond hoops gives them the earring versatility they’ve been missing. We look at what they have, what they need to accomplish, and find the specific pieces that make the biggest difference.”
Ready to make your mark this holiday season?
Whether you’re looking to identify the strategic gaps in your current collection or discover how a few key pieces can transform your options across multiple events, Universal Diamonds in Buckhead offers the expertise and inventory to make it happen.
Visit their showroom to experience the difference that hands-on guidance makes. With 45 years of experience helping Atlanta families celebrate life’s important moments, Universal Diamonds understands that the right jewelry isn’t just about beauty—it’s about confidence, versatility, and making every celebration memorable.
Universal Diamonds
3344 Peachtree Road, Suite 1750
Atlanta, GA 30326
404-237-1050
https://universaldiamond.com/
Schedule your consultation today and discover how strategic jewelry choices can carry you through the entire holiday season with confidence and style.
