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Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Sometimes it can be hard to find the ideal present. You have an option when you buy jewelry online stores like Angara where you can design your own jewelry and create great jewelry designs by playing around with different color gemstones.
Nothing is more exciting than designing your own jewelry using diamonds and gemstones and gifting it to your loved ones. 
Design like these will remain memorable and meaningful all lifelong.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
FALSE NAME | ACTUAL MEANING/ ACTUAL STONE |
Brazilian Sapphire | blue tourmaline or blue topaz |
Gold Sapphire | lapis lazuli with shiny pyrite sprinkles |
Hope Sapphire | synthetic blue spinel |
Lux Sapphire | iolite |
Lynx Sapphire | iolite |
Sapphire Quartz | massive blue quartz or chalcedony |
Sapphire Spinel | blue spinel |
Water Sapphire | iolite |
Uralian Sapphire | blue tourmaline |
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, 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.
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.
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.
Monday, September 24, 2007
The Cartier Ballon Bleu jewelry watch gets its name from the sapphires cabochon crown which is incorporated into its rounded case. The rounded watch is available in 19 versions in three sizes 42, 36.5, and 28.5 mm and in 18K white, pink or yellow gold and stainless steel with 18K yellow gold. The movement is the automatic Cartier caliber 049, it has sapphire crystals and the dial features a subtle "C" motif. The prices range from $4,950 to $46,000.
[via Time Zone, Luxurist]
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Ruby, sapphire and diamond shoes hires cobra to guard $120,000 shoes
0 comments Posted by amir at 1:59 PM
A cobra guards a pair of ruby, sapphire and diamond sandals at Harrods department store in central London. Designer Rene Caovilla's sandals are valued at 62,000 pounds (91,234 euros, 125,872 dollars)
At the London Harrods, Rene Caovilla says that retailer went to extreme lengths and they used Egyptian cobra to guard the shoe counter.
According to security experts, hiring a poisonous snake is the most effective means of guarding precious footwear .
A spokeswoman for Harrods admitted that the cobra had been hired strictly for Monday as launch of the shoe collection.
