Sparkle When You Travel

Special occasions require jewelry. When you're dressed to the nines, you want that sparkle and bling! Whether you're attending a wedding or anniversary party, or a company celebration you'll want to look your best with the best. Because we need to travel to so many different locations to celebrate, there are different types of travel jewelry cases to insure that you arrive with your precious jewels intact. You never want to pack your jewelry in your discount luggage. It should always be packed in your carryon or handbag. If you like to wear a lot of earrings, there are jewel rounds to keep the earrings safe and insure they do not tangle. These rounds have pockets all around the perimeter to hold the earrings, and one large compartment in the center for a watch or necklace or bracelet. The jewel rounds are made of different fabrics including ultrasuede and come in a huge variety of colors.

Jewel rolls have been around for a long time and have become more and more popular. They fit easily in the handy safes that are located in most of the better hotel rooms. These jewel rolls are available in fabric or leather. The leather models are very elegant and can be carried safely inside your handbag. The fabric jewel rolls are a little bulkier, but will fit inside your lightweight luggage carryon. Jewel rolls generally have a few inside zippered pockets and a soft padded bar for rings. Some models will have a silver cloth lined pocket to keep your silver jewelry sparkling and tarnish free. Other models will have a clear plastic inside so you can see at a glance that your jewelry is neatly put away. Necklace bars are another nice feature inside some models of jewel rolls. These keep your chains and necklaces from getting tangled. There are small jewel rolls available that almost look like a tiny cosmetic case. There are also large versions that have pockets on both sides with a hanger to hang-up in a closet. Some of the newer versions are available in gold and silver leather. These are quite fashionable and beautiful to travel along with you. These jewel rolls are often kept in safety deposit boxes at home because they are so organized and easy to pack away.

A new version of travel jewel case has emerged. These are either in leather or ultra-suede and resemble small handbags. They are hard sided and can protect jewelry from rough handling. They are one of the most popular of the newer travel accessories. Some models have a small handle on top. Other models have a tiny jewel case that can be used together or separately for a shorter trip. These come in bright colors and are very fashionable. They make nice wedding attendant gifts and are especially popular when monogrammed or engraved with a name or initials. These travel jewel cases come in a huge array of sizes.

Men also travel with jewelry. Travel watchcases in leather will accommodate one or two watches. There are small leather jewel cases that can be used to take extra cufflinks and a tie clasp or two. Jewel rolls in black or brown leather will also accommodate a larger selection of jewelry for men going on longer trips. These leather cases make wonderful corporate gifts and can be embossed, silk-screened or monogrammed with a company name or logo. Of course, they can also be monogrammed with an individual’s name or initials. With all of these handy travel jewel cases available, there's no reason not to sparkle when you travel.

Maxine Greco has been in the luggage and travel business for over 38 years. She is currently working at Village Luggage and Gifts.