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January Birthstone: Garnet. January Birthstone Color is Deep Red. Q: What is the birthstone for January?   In the deepest, darkest days of the winter, it’s always good to look at something bright and colorful as a reminder that spring will be here eventually, even as the snow piles up and the temperature plunges. The birthstone for January, the coldest month of the year, is just that reminder. The garnet, a blood-red stone that practically seems to pulse with warmth, has the perfect January birthstone... more

As Graceful as a Swan: The Swan 3 Stone Engagement Ring We all know the story of the ugly duckling that grew up to become a beautiful swan. With their s-shaped curved necks and snowy white feathers, the swan has long been the symbol of grace and gentle beauty. Watching one glide across a crystal-clear lake, it’s easy to understand why.   That’s why when renowned jewelry designer Vatche of Designs by Vatche turned to nature to find inspiration for his next ring design, his discerning eye lighted... more

Dogs Love Diamonds Too   When someone called a dog “man’s best friend,” they were probably talking about the bond that man and dog can share when hunting or herding sheep together. They were probably not referring to the fact that humans seem to love dressing their dogs as miniature versions of themselves, complete with socks, hats and adorable knitted sweaters. But the age of canine fashion is upon us, like it or not. You can now purchase almost any kind of clothing for your dog, from a... more

Diamonds and Candy—What’s Not to Love? If there is one thing girls love more than candy, it’s diamonds. And what could be better than the two joined together in a sparkle-fest of sweet celebration? This past March, Sugar Factory celebrated the opening of their glamorous new Las Vegas store by revealing their most indulgent item ever—the diamond-studded lollipop. Kim Kardashian helped the high-fashion candy store unveil the deluxe pop by posing on the red carpet and calling the diamo... more

Top 10 Jewelry Looks at the Emmys The Emmy’s are a magical night. For one night of the year, the lawyers, doctors, government employees, paper salesmen, high school glee clubbers, and suburban moms that we know and love from TV transform before our eyes into their glamorous Hollywood alter egos. It’s the one night that we can imagine ourselves posing on the red carpet, hoodie sweatshirt and jeans miraculously transformed into hearts and arrows diamond jewelry and floor-sweeping couture gowns. This year... more

Polly Wants a Diamond Earring: Earrings Rule the Emmy’s Red Carpet The morning after the Emmy’s, the web is abuzz with bloggers rating the stars’ red carpet looks. But here, we leave aside the discussion of Kate Winslet’s red dress and GynethPaltrow’s controversial cutouts and focus on something even more important: the red carpet jewelry!   Beside for the ever-present engagement rings, only one bona fide fashion trend emerged from this year’s Emmy’s red carpet: e... more

10 Tips for Buying Designer Dresses Online     These days, you can buy everything online, from furniture to diamond jewelry. So shouldn’t you be able to buy designer dresses online as well? Instead of heading for the local mall and hoping to find the perfect dress in your size, or scouring the overcrowded racks at a sample sale, online shopping is fun and easy—and can be done from the comfort of your own home. These ten tips will help you find the designer dresses you love safely and secure... more

What You Need to Know About Loose Diamonds Whether you are buying your first diamond or your fifth, whether you are planning to treasure the stone in its loose form or have it set into custom jewelry, and whether you are buying for yourself or as a gift, you can always learn more about loose diamonds. For such small pieces of rock, diamonds seem to generate endless discussion and analysis. Just visiting a diamond talk forum can show you enough to make your head spin. Luckily, you can buy a fabulous loose diamo... more

Whiteflash – Among best diamond brands and retailers For the past 12 years, Houston-based jeweler Whiteflash has been carving out a unique niche for itself as one of the best Internet diamond jewelry retailers. Specializing in engagement rings, wedding bands, and custom fine jewelry work of all kinds, Whiteflash has gained a global reputation for unparalleled quality and exceptional customer service. More recently, Whiteflash was listed alongside Tiffany & Co., Blue Nile and other top diamond brands i... more

Celebrity Jewelry Roundup - Fall 2011 The end of summer and beginning of fall usually means a transition from the light, ethereal jewelry pieces of summer to the more serious, heavy and sophisticated jewelry of fall and winter. Enamel bangles and hoop earrings are exchanged for gem-laden cocktail rings and statement necklaces. And this year is no exception. In the last few months we’ve seen several bona fide trends emerge on the red carpet and the runway, at movie premieres and black-tie charity galas. Th... more

Kate Middleton’s One Year Proposal Anniversary This week marks one year since Prince William proposed to a young lady named Kate Middleton. In the year since, the world has witnessed one of the most dramatic, most elegant and most watched weddings of all time, and has embraced Duchess Catherine, as Kate is now known, as a fashion icon in her own right. The emergence of the new royal power couple on the international scene has affected the fashion world in many ways, from the newfound appreciation for Kate... more

Ring metals: What’s the difference?   Once upon a time, all engagement rings were gold. After all, gold is the precious metal of choice in all fairy tales and movies—who ever heard of the princess and her platinum tiara, or the thief making off with bags of palladium? But in the twenty-first century, only a minority of engagement rings and other bridal jewelry pieces are made with classic yellow gold. If you are in the market to buy an engagement ring, wedding band, or anniversary band... more

Why your white gold may not look so white anymore! Have you ever noticed your once gleaming shiny white gold jewelry looking slightly yellow or a perhaps a bit worn? You may have thought your eyes were playing tricks on you or that it must be the lighting in the room, especially if it’s a fairly new item. The actual reason for the seemingly dull discoloration of your “not so white” gold jewelry may surprise you.   White gold is so popular, so beautiful, so bright and in truth, so non-exi... more

Precious Metals Education Before making a fine jewelry purchase, it is important for customers to acquaint themselves with the characteristics of the various jewelry materials and get a bit of a precious metals education. Some of the most common precious metals used in creating jewelry are gold, silver, platinum, palladium and tungsten.    The most frequently used gold alloys are 14K white gold, 18K white gold, 14K yellow gold, 18K yellow gold and 14K rose gold (also known as 14K pink gold).... more

Engagement Ring Insurance 101 - You've lost your jewelry, now what?   Engagement ring insurance, like any other kind of insurance, is the LAST thing you ever want to use but the one thing you are glad is there when you need it. There’s an awful pit in the stomach that comes with the realization that your valuable and sentimental piece of jewelry is missing. I know, I’ve been there, a couple of times. In the first instance, I did NOT have jewelry insurance and had to suffer the conseque... more

Diamond Color Education - Diamond Color Guide   When gemologists and industry experts refer to diamond color in the normal range (D-Z), the rule of thumb is “less is more”. A diamond’s lack of color contributes to its rarity and value. That is why a certified diamond that is white or “colorless” will receive a better diamond color grade than one that has visible color. As you learn about diamond color, you will find that color in a loose diamond usually manifests itsel... more

Whiteflash Ring and Jewelry Boxes “Good things come in small packages”. This is especially true when the package contains an exquisite diamond engagement ring, diamond pendant, earrings or any fabulous piece of diamond jewelry from Whiteflash. The ring and jewelry box is the first impression made, even before the treasure inside is unveiled. At Whiteflash, we understand the importance of the proper presentation. Our tasteful and elegant packaging sets the stage for the excitement of... more

Tacori Reviews   For over four decades, Tacori rings have been known for combining classic timeless elegance with modern sophistication. Established in 1969 by Haig Tacorian, the California based American designer has become one of the most respected in the jewelry industry. Tacori reviews and testimonials from delighted owners of these distinctive designs regularly attest to the beauty and intricacy of each handcrafted piece in the Tacori Collections.    The uniqueness of Tacori is e... more