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Friday, May 29, 2009
Oscars might be the top priority of the Celebs but there are other events where jewellery is flaunted with a slight twist and turn.
At Grammy’s this year, long drop earrings were popular, so were gold and diamond ovals. Yellow gold continued to be the hot favorite at the Grammy’s this year. Stacked cuffs and bangles were a favorite again.
At the Goya’s vintage jewellery was the theme that most of the women carried.
SAG awards were about the bracelets this year. Styles were all over the place, from delicate diamonds and pearl cuffs to chunky jewellery.
So you have a wide variety to choose from.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
It’s for all you people who love being glamorous and who want to do things celebrity style. Forget the cars, houses, wardrobe and pets for a while. Jewelry is the best option to be glamorous. It’s fascinating how a stone can add a bling to your entire outfit or let me say your personality. More and more celebrities are opting to buy jewelry rather than buying expensive cars and clothes which can go out of fashion. Jewelry is one thing that never goes out of fashion. It can be passed from one generation to the other. It’s the new investment for the celebrities.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
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Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Solitaire or Cluster: 
A single prominent diamond solitaire is usually considered ideal for an engagement ring, but with time this trend had undergone variance. These days Gemstone accents or clusters are much favored by women who prefer a fringe to complement a larger center-Gemstone.
Friday, February 20, 2009
Color of Metal: 
Earlier the popularity and prevalence of yellow gold ring settings with diamonds were a lot more than what it is today. With time platinum and white gold have grown in demand but it does not mean that the timeless appeal of yellow gold has been marred in any way. The choice of metal is based on personal likes and what appeals to an individual.
Friday, February 13, 2009
The selection of an engagement rings may be more varied at high-end jewelry shops but may not necessarily have the best collection that is not available elsewhere. Especially if cash is a concern, then a regular shop may prove to be a better bet than a high-end jewelry store.
Monday, February 9, 2009
Bigger may not necessarily mean better in case of diamond engagement rings. Size definitely is not directly proportional to the appeal of an engagement ring especially one of diamonds. There are so many other factors that contribute to a ring's attractiveness, like the clarity, cut and design apart from color of metal and setting.
Monday, February 2, 2009
Jewelry stores are not the only places where you can find diamond engagement rings. Antique shops for one, have an an amazing array of diamond engagement rings. Most department stores these days also house a fine selection of jewelry, especially diamond engagement rings. These days, online jewelry shopping is also time-saving and hassle-free with a steady and growing fan following.
Friday, January 30, 2009
Style of Ring: 
There is no singular style of engagement rings. They have undergone a lot of change in style and look over the years. Besides there are a multitude of choices on offer for diamond engagement rings. From solitaire to clusters, the color of metal, and design are few aspects one can very well play with, to create a wonderful forever diamond engagement ring. The possibilities are endless.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
The Right Ring:
There is no yardstick to measure or qualify a 'right' or 'wrong' ring. What looks good to you and what you feel will appeal to your sweetheart is the 'right' ring for you. Not to forget it's coming straight from your heart and that's what matters the most.
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Which is the best – earrings or studs?
If you are about to buy a gift for her and don’t really know what to buy – earrings or studs, here is a piece of wise fashion advice for you. Look at her current style – is she loud in her fashion or is she simple in her style or you really can’t decide. If she likes dressing up (which is if you cannot help taking your eyes off her makeup and jewelry) you have to buy her big earrings. Choose from chandeliers or danglers. If you think she is a fashion buff but with your gift you want to play it safe, look for some elegant danglers. If you don’t remember noticing jewelry on her, she is most likely wearing studs. Even in that case a pair of sweet dangling earrings would
be great because for all you know she already has the studs you choose for her. Choose a design that would compliment her face and style. You can choose a pair of gemstone earrings accented with diamonds. These things never go out of fashion and a woman can never have enough of them.Monday, December 22, 2008
Diamond or Gemstone : Whether you want a diamond or a gemstone engagement ring depends entirely on your preference and budget. While a diamond solitaire will be a steep buy, gemstones will cost comparatively much less. A great idea would be to combine diamond accents to gemstones in the color your sweetheart prefers. Besides gemstone rings are a rage these days.
Design: Before you set off to actually buy an engagement ring, try and check out some designs and see what looks good and still falls in your budget. You can even have a design customized that has a personalized touch and is always cherished. Once a particular design catches your fancy, make sure you gather as much information about the design and make.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
You've been going crazy shopping for last minute gifts. The fatigue seems to be catching up and at some of those trying and tiring times, the entire exercise seems like a thankless job. Don't reprimand yourself at these thoughts instead cheer up for now there's reason to celebrate. Even shopping for gifts will seem worthwhile now with a special offer from Angara. For any jewelry shopping that you do at Angara, you can win a lovely Amethyst necklace absolutely free. The best part being there is nothing as a minimum shopping amount that you need to spend in order to win this lovely Christmas present for yourself. Shrug your fatigue and avail of this wonderful offer right away, as it will remain valid only for the next 48 hours.
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
The decision of buying a solitaire diamond or a cluster of diamonds depends to a large extent on your budget. Let me explain how. A solitaire any day is more expensive than a cluster of smaller diamonds. If you want an elaborate ring that fits in your budget, go for a cluster of smaller diamonds rather than a solitaire. Even while the smaller diamonds may in total add up to a larger carat weight than a solitaire, it will cost less. However, if a solitaire is what enamors you and your lady love completely, and you don’t have to worry about finances, by all means go for it.
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Buying colored gemstones is like going on a treasure hunt. And like in a treasure hunt the right map is the key to the treasure, in gemstone expedition the knowledge of the 4C’s is the key to getting the perfect gemstone your money can get you. Its important to juggle the 4C’s to get good value for your money.
Color is the most compelling of the 4C’s. A gemstone with a pure vivid color is considered to be the most valuable. For instance a royal blue sapphire costs more than a dark blue sapphire of same quality. A pure blue aquamarine costs more than a bluish green aquamarine. So if you like the darker or the lighter shades, or like the combination of two or more colors in any gemstone, enjoy the reduced costs on your stones.
There is so much talked about cut in the gemstone world that I feel at times cut is more important than color. Anyways, frankly as a novice buyer I do not relate to the cut much. All I know is cut affects the flow of light in colored gemstones affecting their brilliance. High brilliance gemstones cost more.
Clarity is a paradox – gemstones very rarely occur without inclusions, while buying they say look for gems without inclusions. More the inclusions, lesser the cost. So look for gemstones that do not have prominent face-up scars. And carat is the easiest. Bigger the stone, more expensive it will be considering other quality parameters.
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Amethyst and Citrine actually belong to the same mineral family, quartz with the only difference being the color. Amethyst comes in hues of purple and citrine in hues of golden yellow.
An interesting fact – amethyst when heated in extreme temperatures changes to orangish yellow in color making it citrine. Natural citrine is actually very rare and most of the gem traded in the market is heated amethyst. This is an accepted trade practice as both crystals are actually same.
In very rare cases, amethyst and citrine occur in one crystal only, this gemstone is called amertrine. Amertrine is a shaded gemstone with hues of purple and yellow making a fine color contrast in the same gem.
Monday, November 24, 2008
The yellow color quartz used as gemstone in the jewelry industry is known as citrine. Citrine is a semi-precious gemstone which is usually found in yellow, orange or golden hues. This gleaming golden gemstone is often sold by unscrupulous dealers as more expensive orange-yellow topaz.
The name citrine is derived from the French word ‘citron’, meaning lemon. The molecular formula of citrine is SiO2 , with a hardness of 7 on Mohs scale. Citrine is fairly resistant to scratches and cracks thus making it an ideal choice for a daily wear stone. The leading producer of naturally mined citrine is Brazil, with maximum production coming from the state of Rio Grande Do Sul. The other deposits of citrine are found in Russia, Madagascar and France.
The naturally occurring citrine is pale yellow in color. While the citrine used in jewelry is darker in color. This color change occurs due to the heat, which is applied to amethyst to turn it into yellow color gem called citrine. For this color change to happen naturally, the gemstone amethyst has to be near a heat emitting source in the earth’s crust. This gemstone should be protected from sunlight as a lot of exposure to sunlight will cause a permanent darkening effect over the stone or jewelry.
Citrine is the birthstone for the month of November and anniversary gemstone for the seventeenth year of marriage. This yellow color gemstone looks pretty especially when set in white gold. The various forms of body adornments like rings, bracelets, earrings and pendants are usually in demand, but the stone’s brilliant is at its best when set in a pendant.
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Now, what can one say to compare emeralds and peridots without making either of them turn green with envy? Jokes apart we are lucky to have been bestowed with two such beautiful and unique shades of green gemstones. Let’s talk about color as it is the most vital determining factor in gemstones. Peridots occur in a clear shade of olive green, with varying color intensity depending purely on the proportion of iron components and therefore range from yellow-green, olive-green to brownish-green. Emeralds on the other hand come in a darker shade of green with a prominence of this shade alone. Peridots have a distinct yellow tone while it is the pure green in emeralds that is so hard to resist due to its rich, warm look. Not to forget the befitting description of emeralds as ‘Nothing greens greener’ by Pliny the Elder.
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
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Gold is perhaps the finest and most popular choice as a material for rings. Fourteen karat gold, in particular, provides the perfect balance of luster, shine, and versatility. Before giving your gift, of course, you must know if the person you are presenting the gift prefers yellow gold or white gold. You might be surprised how vehemently many women prefer one over the other. However, rings are available in 14k yellow and white gold both.
Friday, October 31, 2008
As we all know that women are the most beautiful creation on this earth. They are known for their beauty and their loving nature. It is a fact that women look for several options in order to enhance their beauty. There are several accessories and wardrobes available which can help in enhancing the beauty of a person. All you need to do is to make sure that you are choosing the right thing. As we all know that jewelry is the best accessory which can enhance the beauty of women and it is of various kinds. But various jewelry like gold or silver jewelry need regular care which is not possible as everyone has a busy schedule. So, in that case the best option that one can opt for is gemstone jewelry.
