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Grammy Awards Jewelry

Jewelry Trends at the 2012 Grammy Awards

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The 54th Annual Grammy Awards were filled with praises and memorial performances for Whitney Houston, who passed away just a day before the event. Host LL Cool J led a heartfelt prayer and reminded the crowd of the purpose of the Grammys -- to celebrate great musicians and bring together a multitude of cultures. Alicia Keys and Bonnie Raitt sang a beautiful rendition of Sunday Kind of Love in tribute to Etta James, who also passed away this year.

The evening included performances by many, including musicians who have been part of our lives for decades, Sir Paul McCartney and the Beach Boys. The Band Perry and Blake Shelton offered a musical tribute to Glen Campbell, who announced last year that he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's and will end his music career after one final album and tour.

The mood was celebratory, yet sombre, and much of the jewelry followed that trend. Many of the ladies wore feminine-looking gowns and accessorized with classic jewelry. The Grecian look we've seen at other recent celebrity gatherings spilled over to the Grammys.

Elegance was a primary theme at the Grammy Awards, and overshadowed over-the-top bling (although yes, you'll see plenty of diamonds and platinum on the women in the gallery). As you browse the photos, remember that fashions at celebrity events always represent huge variations in each person's style -- that's part of what makes red carpets fun for onlookers.

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Jennifer Hudson - Grammy Awards JewelryJennifer Hudson's Grammy Awards JewelryFergie - Grammy Awards EarringsFergie's Gold Hoop EarringsFergie - Cuff Bracelet Grammy AwardsFergie's Hammered Gold Cuff Bracelet & Gold RingsTaylor Swift - Grammy Awards StyleTaylor Swift Jewelry
Lady Gaga and Paul McCartney - 2012 Grammy AwardsLady Gaga and Paul McCartneyAdele - 2012 Grammy Awards JewelryAdele Wearing De Beers EarringsRihanna Grammy Awards JewelryRihanna's Grammy Awards JewelryKaty Perry - Grammy Awards JewelryKaty Perry Diamond Earrings
Sophia Grace and Rosie - 2012 Grammy AwardsSophia Grace & RosieKelly Rowland Jewelry - 2012 Grammy AwardsKelly Rowland JewelryCarrie Underwood Jewelry - 2012 Grammy AwardsCarrie Underwood JewelryMelanie Fiona Grammy Awards NecklaceMelanie Fiona Jewelry

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