Engagement Rings - A Beautiful and Meaningful Tradition


September 30th, 2008

The act of giving engagement rings is a custom that first appears in the tomes of history some 5,000 years ago and can be linked to the ancient people of Egypt. According to the available records and folklore, it was during that era that people made a connection between the nature of a circle, which has no beginning or ending point, and the nature of love. These days, diamond engagement rings and wedding rings are still apt symbols of expressing true Continue reading »

Peridot, the Evening Emerald


September 30th, 2008

Peridot is a green gemstone that is as popular for jewelry today as it was in the past. It has been found in ruins of ancient Egypt and Greece and was often called the evening emerald by ancient Romans, who noticed that its green color shone even more vividly in lamplight, making it resemble deep green emeralds. Most ancient peridot probably came from the Red Sea island of St. Johns, which produced highly prized dark-green peridot.

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Diamond Color Changes Might Not Be Your Imagination


September 30th, 2008

Diamond Color Changes Might Not Be Your Imagination

There’s a sneaky little characteristic that can make a diamond appear to change color when it’s carried from one kind of lighting into another. Let’s say you’re in a jewelry store and the diamond you love looks nearly colorless. You buy the diamond and take it home to show everyone. When you remove it from the case the diamond looks like it has more of a yellowish tint than it did in the jewelry store. What happened?

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Rock the Trend: Egyptian-Inspired Pieces


September 30th, 2008

Rock the Casbah this Fall with Egyptian-inspired pieces. Add a few of these exotic pieces to spice up your wardrobe and jump into the ethnic trend. Dresses, jewelry, and footwear are all great ways to rock this trend and add a little drama and flair to your closet. Check out my picks for how to identify this trend and what key pieces are needed to wear it best. You will see that you don’t need many pieces to get the point across; usually one Continue reading »

Men's Platinum Wedding Bands


September 30th, 2008

Platinum is a rare precious metal that’s used for fine jewelry. It is heavier and more durable than gold and those qualities make platinum an ideal metal to last a lifetime.

Platinum’s natural white luster provides a rich backdrop for diamonds, but it’s a metal that’s just as elegant when used alone. One fashionable look for men’s wedding bands combines platinum with touches of 18K yellow gold.

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Fine and Fashion Jewelry Finds


September 30th, 2008

Here’s a chronograph watch that’s sporty and masculine. The black and silver bezel case rests on a brushed stainless steel band. Made in Italy, it comes gift boxed. It usually ships in 24 hours, so ask for overnight express if you need it in a hurry. Buy DirectIndex: Jewelry - Fine and Fashion Jewelry Finds from About.com JewelryCartier Love BraceletCartier LOVECHARITY BraceletsHaurex - Men’s White Dial Stainless Steel Chronograph WatchZoppini Sterling Continue reading »

Overview of Hawaii Real Estate


September 30th, 2008

Hawaiian Hospitality

The record air passenger arrivals and the increasing popularity of timeshare and resort residential developments have boosted recent interest in building new resorts in Hawaii. New, exciting concepts from family-oriented to ultra-luxury resorts are entering this market with plans on widening the breadth of service offerings for the island’s visitors.

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Affordable Watches for Guys


September 30th, 2008

Guys–you don’t have to spend a fortune to wear a great watch. Here’s a selection of watches that’s perfect for back to school or to wear for any casual occasion.

СЕКРЕТАРША. Casio Shock Resistant WatchA watch that’s built for rough handling during sports, but looks good on your wrist. The Electro-luminescent backlight lets you see the time anytime–even in dark conditions. Great price!

Affordable Watches for Guys

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Ashley Jensen - Jewelry at the 60th Primetime Emmy Awards - 2008


September 30th, 2008

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Ashley Jensen - Jewelry at the 60th Primetime Emmy Awards - 2008

Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty ImagesAshley Jensen arrives at the 60th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Nokia Theatre on September 21, 2008 in Los Angeles, California.PrevNext