Deck the halls, steam the coco and roll out that partridge in a pear tree. We can’t help but embrace the warm and fuzzy feeling depicted in all the seasonal songs. We’re not talking about those ill-fitting knit sweaters embossed with glittery snowmen and penguins sporting red fuzzy earmuffs. Nor are we suggesting that every woman’s head suddenly become a hanger for actual ornaments. (Let’s leave the blinking lights and glass balls to the tree, shall we?) Our encouragement for representing the festivities through personal style is much more simplistic and, well, modern.

Take the collections from jewelry visionary Shaesby Scott. The son of a painter and a graduate of fine arts school, Scott pulls from his background in sculpture and world travels to craft pieces from the finest natural materials in an intriguing array of designs. With colorful gemstones and pristine metals, Scott’s pieces are both unique and classic, boasting the rare abilities to flow from day to night and transcend the seasons. Whatever the occasion may be, Scott certainly has a work of art to compliment any particular one. With the season of giving right around the corner, why not give a loved one a little extra sparkle?

For those who might maintain that holiday fashion means the seeking out and wearing of red and green, consider pairing a classic red dress with one of Scott’s “diamond marquis” pendants. With the choice of white or yellow gold to frame a beautifully cut green tourmaline gemstone, this piece from Scott’s Isola line, a collection that draws inspiration from the sea, will certainly add a flare of originality. Complete the outfit with a set of “stiletto diamond circle earrings” in a matching precious metal and effortlessly appear festive without looking cheesy.

So, ’tis the season to fa la la the way straight through the New Year, living on a diet of eggnog and fudge (we all know what resolutions are for, right?) Take advantage of the opportunity to revamp 2008’s old style with the changing season. Scott’s tasteful, sophisticated creations make it possible to joyously “decorate” oneself without coming across as a live decoration.