The shift into autumn and winter sees the return of all shades of brown although 2011 summer's shades of grey will still be a hot trend. Rich chocolate, darkest espresso, caramel, taupe and latte will be teamed with bronze metallic accents. Cream and ecru blend harmoniously with this season's intense aubergine, and teal and the blue-green shades contrast well with all these comfortable warming colours. Pink is a hot accent colour for the party season and vivid blues make a splash of colour. Intense orange and rust red will add some winter fire as we move into 2012.

Spring Summer 2012 presents a much stronger colour pallet than in recent years, and these are combined with ethereal ice-cream shades of palest coral, lilac, duck egg blue, nude and cream. Dove grey is a key colour this season, combining well with all the soft pastels, all the blues and greens, and accented with sharp coral orange. Colour blocking is a big trend in the early spring and oceanic blues and greens will be in the summer spotlight once again. Citrus green and midnight blue are key accessory shades; charcoal grey or intense and creamy chocolates add drama to this season's soft and pretty colours.

In jewellery, bolder statement styles and natural organic influences still predominate. For the minimalists out there, single key pieces of jewellery are still a hot trend. Flora and fauna are everywhere - flowers, leaves, birds, you name it - natural charms and pendants in pretty, delicate designs. Wrap bracelets are a big trend this year - look out for multi-wrap bracelets in suede, leather and rubber that look really great on everyone.

Mix and match new pieces with any other jewellery in your collection. No need to change your whole wardrobe - much easier to let your jewellery add the seasonal colour interest.

Please bear in mind that this is a general guide only - the size of the beads used, the style of necklace, and the person's height, shape and build will all affect where each necklace length lies. You can use an existing necklace and a tape measure to get a more accurate idea of the length you require or come and try the different lengths and styles at one of our events.

Face Shapes

It can be confusing selecting the right style of jewellery to best compliment your face shape.

Round - to lengthen your face shape you need to draw the eye down. Go for necklaces that include irregular shapes, angular stones, pear shapes or ovals. Styles that will particularly suit you are ones that have a vertical drop feature at the front or a y-style necklace. Choose earrings with an overall angular shape, or longer styles.

Square - you need jewellery that adds curves. Necklaces that contain round or circular shapes, a fine necklace with a bold oval or round drop feature, or a necklace that contains multiple fine strands suits you best. Select earrings that have curvy lines.

Oval - anything works with an oval shaped face. Why not try irregular shaped stones, choker or opera length necklaces, as well as your favourites.

Heart - you will need to add width and therefore balance. Go for necklaces that feature angular, geometric or chunky stones. Styles that fan out around the neck will also look good, as will double strands. Choose earrings that are triangular or wide. Longer earring styles that are approximately chin length will suit you too.

Necklines

Round neck - keep to simple lines echoing the line of the top. Try shorter lengths, chokers, short twin strands or angular shapes in a simple design. Wear shorter earrings if you wear a necklace, or just go for larger earrings and forget the necklace.

V-neck - echo the line of the top again, by wearing Y-necklaces or necklaces with a focal or drop feature. Alternately go for a necklace that has multiple strands. Linear and chandelier earrings will also look good with this neckline.

High/Mock/Poloneck - don't compete with your top by crowding the neckline. Go for bolder colours or shapes to stand out against the top.  Wear longer length necklaces, lariats and longer multiple strand styles. As with a round neck, keep earrings small or forget the necklace and just wear larger earrings and a bracelet instead.

Strapless - basically, anything goes! Wear a choker, or a long necklace, or one with a focal pendant. Go fine or chunky. Long earrings look great but make sure they don't compete with your necklace.

General Tips

Petite and slim frames are well-suited to shorter necklace lengths and chokers, while curvy frames tend to suit longer lengths and Y-style necklaces that draw the eye in and down and which don't 'chop you off' at the neck.

Anyone can wear bold, chunky styles - just make sure that the jewellery isn't wearing you!

When wearing a shorter length necklace (such as a choker) you might consider wearing smaller earrings.

When wearing complex chandelier style or very long earrings, why not forget the necklace and go for a collection of bracelets instead.