The engagement ring is something your wife will look at for the rest of her life, “if” all works out well. Perhaps you have a ring that your grandmother gave you to give to her, but your girl’s taste is…
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The new status symbol may not be a diamond, but a strand of South Sea Pearls. Chanel wore pearls of every length, including some measuring 60″, while Jackie Kennedy made a double-strand of Akoya pearls a fashion statement. I want…
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It doesn’t lose the romance not to have a ring when you propose. There are many reasons why you may want to propose and then allow the women to pick out her ring. Warning: this may cost more as well….
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Yes, Diamonique is good stuff in more ways than one. In fact, Diamonique is better than real diamond, and I shall explain why. What are we talking about? Diamonique, aka Diamonte, aka Diamonite are trade names for the wonderful gemstone made…
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Choosing your own engagement ring is definitely not unromantic. In fact, it can be a very romantic moment to go into the store with your soon-to-be fiance and choose the ring. Some obvious benefits to choosing your own ring: (a)….
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If anything, choosing your own engagement ring can be very romantic. It is however up to you to make it romantic. It also saves disappointment. After all the ring is going to be on your finger for the rest of…
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Multi-chain necklaces can be very attractive and quite chic. There are a number of places where you can purchase such items, including the following sources. www.ebay.com Ebay is a great place to buy jewelry because they have so many different…
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Jewelries come in a variety of forms, shapes and sizes and they are made out of different substances. Choosing a particular metal for your jewelry is totally dependent upon the person who is buying it as no metal is flawless…
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Piercings are a big thing in most teenagers’ lives. They have to decide what is suitable for their lifestyle (sports, age, and religion etc). Personally all I have is two holes in both ears and one earring in my cartilage…
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Accessory trends of the past year or so have been dark, spiky, and heavy. They play off of the glam rocker/vampire/biker inspiration, and though they’re definitely still around and popular, a few other less intense accessory trends are on the…
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The Diamond Face The characteristics of a diamond shaped face include a small forehead that is widest at the eye-line and cheek-line, which narrows to a small chin. In general, it’s overall shape is very similar to the natural characteristics…
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Whatever the value of a piece of jewelry, many of the same basic safe shipping practices apply. The goal is to ensure that the jewelry arrives at its given destination intact, undamaged, and in a timely manner. These tips will…
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We see it all the time on movies and television. A handsome young man presents his girlfriend with a beautiful diamond engagement ring as he pops the proverbial question. She loves the ring because it shows everyone just how well her beloved knows her. Naturally, the ring…
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Bulova Watches are globally admired by millions for its stunning designs and magnificent precision. Each Bulova Timepiece is etched to perfection by the finest of craftsmen from around the world. For over a century now, this extravagant watch legacy has…
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Is it unromantic to choose your own engagement ring? The thought of the love of your life asking you to spend the rest of your life with him is in itself euphoric. The moment of becoming engaged is breath taking…
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Whether you are in a mood of selling out your crockery or clothes, organizing a home party can always be helpful to sell whatever you want to. It is actually a great solution for those manufacturers who have not earned…
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Although not all the jewelry that is used in body piercing is made of metal, most of it is. There are good reasons for this. Metal (at least at the level we are discussing) can be polished smooth. This means…
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I will be the first to admit, I have never had a fascination with diamonds. To me they are just a shiny rock, cut into funny patterns, they look nice, but I was never into shiny things. To my wife,…
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In the past, people used to believe that there existed a vein in the third finger of the left hand which was known as “veina amoris” or in other words the vein of love. It was supposed to connect the…
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The year so far has been quite a rollercoaster for jewelry trends- by the beginning of the year the shops enchanted us with bright and beautiful glitters contained by silver or gold. The most exquisite of pieces. Then as Spring…
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“The French were bred to die for love/they delight in fighting duels,But I prefer a man who lives/And gives expensive jewels.A kiss on the hand may be quite continental/But diamonds are a girl’s best friend…” Can anyone forget the seductive…
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Jewelry can do a remarkable job of accentuating the best features of ourselves. It adds just the right touch to an outfit that feels otherwise lacking. There are many ways to play with jewelry for a great look. Start by…
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How to Choose a Platinum Diamond Ring. When it comes to “popping the question,” there’s nothing like a platinum diamond ring to make it official. Whether you’re a man looking to choose just the right ring for your bride-to-be or…
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Charm bracelets are one of the classics in jewelry. Every girl should have one! Charm bracelets are often given as christening presents to little girls, and have charms added to them over the years. A woman can often chart her…
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DeBeers has been synonymous with quality diamonds for more than 100 years. Its reputation for the best diamonds in the world has even embedded itself in pop cultural references, as well. However, in addition to instant name recognition, it has…
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DeBeers, for all practical purposes, does have a monopoly on the World’s supply of uncut diamonds that they mine and sell to the jewelry makers of the entire World. They do mine and sell most of those diamonds that are mined each…
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I regard watch buying for Gentlemen, as the Married Man’s Revenge. Why? In general the audience for watch purchases at a certain high level of shopping, are older, well-monied fellows who probably spent or overspent a small fortune on their…
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When an individual starts finding a soft corner somewhere deep within with his/her heart for another individual of an opposite sex, then it means that he/she has been struck by the arrow of Cupid and has mistakenly fallen in love….
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Are you thinking about selling your gold, silver or platinum jewelry? Many companies advertise they will give you “top dollar” for your broken, tangled or unwanted items. Which company do you choose, if any? I sent in jewelry to a…
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I want to offer information about traditional necklace lengths. In formal social situations, you may care to check out a style manual, but I wanted to discuss your options. Coco Chanel is famous for her extravagant pearls of extraordinary length,…
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