Winona Victorian American Diamond Necklace Set

The Winona is a Victorian American Diamond necklace set: an asymmetric collar necklace that crosses over at the front, with a matching pair of long, curved statement earrings. It is a modern take on AD jewellery, with clean lines and a lot of sparkle, and it is made for the evening functions of a wedding.

What makes this one different
Most American Diamond necklace sets are symmetrical, with a pendant or drop sitting at the centre. The Winona breaks that rule. Two bands of stones wrap around the neck and overlap at the front, with one end sweeping down past the other like a folded ribbon. That single diagonal line is what makes it look contemporary and draws the eye to the collarbone. The earrings follow the same idea, curving gently instead of hanging straight, so the whole set feels like one design.

What Victorian American Diamond means
American Diamond, also called AD, zirconia or CZ, is a lab-made stone cut and set to give diamond-like brilliance. It is not a real diamond. Victorian refers to the style and finish: densely set stones in a warm gold-toned setting, inspired by the ornate jewellery of the Victorian era. Together they give you the richness of traditional jewellery with the sparkle of a diamond look, which is why Victorian AD sets work so well with both Indian and Indo-western outfits.

The set
The necklace is a collar style made of pear-cut and marquise-cut American Diamond stones in clustered rows, edged with a line of long, rectangular baguette-cut stones that catch the light as you move. It fastens with an adjustable dori. The earrings are long, curved panels set with the same pear-cut stones and a baguette border, with push-back fastenings.

Dimensions

• Polish: Victorian gold
• Color: White and Gold
• Necklace Length: __(L)*__(B)cm
• Earrings Size: __(L)*__(B)cm
• Material: Brass
• Unit: 1 necklace, 1 pair of earrings
• Closure: Adjustable dori
• Earring Back: Push-back

Materials, stated plainly
The Winona is made with a brass base metal in a gold-toned Victorian finish, set with American Diamond stones. American Diamond is never a real diamond, and the gold tone is not real gold. It is premium fashion jewellery, priced accordingly, so you can wear the diamond look to every function of the season without the cost or the worry of real diamonds.

Where and how to wear it
This is a reception, cocktail and sangeet piece. It is a strong choice for a wedding guest or the bride's family at an evening function, an engagement or roka, an anniversary party or a festive dinner. It looks striking with gowns, cocktail sarees, pre-draped sarees, lehengas and Indo-western outfits, and it pairs especially well with black, navy blue, emerald green, wine, maroon, champagne, ivory, silver and pastel shades.

Because the necklace sits at the base of the neck with a diagonal drop, it needs open skin to look its best. Off-shoulder, strapless, sweetheart, deep V, boat neck and square necklines are ideal. It is not the right choice for a high-neck or collared blouse, which will cover the crossover detail. Wear the hair up or swept to one side so the curved earrings show. For daytime functions like haldi or mehendi, a lighter or more colourful set will suit the mood better.

Not sure how it will look in person?
Book a live video call with our team before you order. We will show you the Winona up close, move it under the light so you can see the sparkle of the stones, and answer any questions you have.

Frequently asked questions

Are the stones in the Winona real diamonds?
No. They are American Diamond (AD) stones, also known as zirconia or CZ. They give diamond-like sparkle but are not real diamonds.

What is an American Diamond necklace set?
It is a necklace set made with American Diamond stones, which are lab-made stones cut to look like diamonds. They are popular for weddings and parties because they give a bright, diamond look at an accessible price.

What does Victorian mean in this set?
Victorian is the style and finish: closely set stones in a warm gold-toned setting, inspired by ornate Victorian-era jewellery.

Is the necklace made of real gold?
No. It has a brass base metal with a gold-toned Victorian finish.

What comes in the set?
One necklace and one matching pair of earrings.

How does the necklace fasten?
With an adjustable dori, so you can tie it higher or lower to suit your neckline.

What kind of backs do the earrings have?
Push-back fastenings.

Which neckline suits this necklace?
Off-shoulder, strapless, sweetheart, deep V, boat neck and square necklines, where the crossover front can sit on open skin.

Can I wear it with a high-neck blouse?
It is not ideal, as a high neck hides the crossover detail. For a high neck, the earrings worn on their own make a better statement.

Can I wear this American Diamond set with a saree?
Yes. It looks especially elegant with cocktail sarees, georgette, satin and pre-draped sarees, worn with a deep or off-shoulder blouse.

Will it go with a gown or Indo-western outfit?
Yes. Its asymmetric, modern shape makes it one of the best AD sets for gowns, cocktail dresses and Indo-western looks.

Which outfit colours suit it?
Black, navy blue, emerald green, wine, maroon, champagne, ivory, silver and pastels. Because the stones are white, it works with almost any colour.

Is this a statement piece or an everyday piece?
A statement piece, made for receptions, cocktails, sangeets and festive evenings rather than daily wear.

Can I wear the earrings on their own?
Yes. The long, curved earrings are striking enough to wear alone with a high-neck outfit or a simple look.