Sex and the City NYCPremiere


July 10th, 2008

'Sex and the City' NYCPremiere

Photo by Bryan Bedder / Getty ImagesActress Sarah Jessica Parker attends the ‘Sex And The City’ premiere at Radio City Music Hall on May 27, 2008 in New York CityMetallic was the overall theme for several women at the Sex and the City NYC premiere, with three out of four of the film’s primary women stars choosing the look, along with co-star Jennifer Hudson.

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Peace Sign Pendant Necklaces


July 10th, 2008

Peace Sign Pendant Necklaces

The peace symbol was created in the late 1950’s as an artist’s representation of the positions used to send flag messages for the letters “N” (for nuclear) and “D” (for disarmament). Peace activists adopted the symbol and since then the image has been reproduced on every type of object imaginable. Actress Aimee Teagarden wore a diamond peace sign pendant to the premier of Journey to the Center of the Earth. There are thousands of similar pendants in jewelry stores, in different sizes and made from a variety of materials. Prices vary as much as styles do, beginning at just a few dollars and moving upwards as you add precious gems and metals.

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Find a Turquoise Necklace


July 10th, 2008

Find a Turquoise Necklace

I think you’ll find something you love in this assortment of turquoise necklaces, because the collection includes many styles and price ranges. When you shop, remember that most turquoise in today’s jewelry has been treated in some way. A good portion of it has been stabilized to make it more durable, and some turquoise has been color enhanced. You’ll also find reconstituted turquoise — stones made by mixing turquoise chips with resins and then forming nuggets and other shapes from the mix. There’s nothing wrong with treatments — they allow jewelry makers to offer turquoise at affordable prices, but treatments should always be disclosed.

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