Although the main purpose of a watch is to tell time, it has evolved as a fashion statement over the centuries. The era of the hourglass watches and sundials is long gone. Watches are now considered to speak volumes about the wearers standing in the society. Earlier, there were only pocket watches that were carried in a pocket and hung…
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Wedding Planning For Brides 5 Leasing Options For Your Wedding Day
Back in the days, renting a wedding gown for that special day seemed completely absurd and out-of-question! Now the gown rental trend is not only fully accepted, but in full swing and widespread among bridal shops across the country. Brides are simply looking at the practicality of a cost effective way to have that luxurious wedding of their girlish childhood…
Birthstone Jewelry Makes A Great Gift
What is birthstone jewelry? Each month of the year has a specific gemstone associated with it that is considered the “birthstone” for that month. Your birthstone is the gemstone that the month you are born is assigned to. Since the custom of wearing birthstone jewelry began, it has been thought to provide the wearer with luck and other virtues specific…
Using Palladium In White Gold Jewelry Means No More Allergic Reactions
White gold jewelry can cause allergic reactions in some people. This is due to the fact that the majority of white gold jewelry is manufactured using alloys containing nickel as the bleaching agent and a percentage of the population is allergic to nickel. For these individuals, contact with nickel can result in dermatological problems that range from a mild skin…
Anything For Her
Looking for that perfect gift for the lady in your life? If you are out of ideas and can’t think of anything to buy, this article will help you find something just for her. Fortunately, women have the reputation of being easier to shop for than men. Jewelry is always welcome. You can find unique presents at an antique shop,…
Make Packing A Pleasure Not A Chore
Packing aids were made to save your sanity. How many times have you gotten to the hotel and had to shower and dress immediately for a meeting? How frustrating was it when you couldn’t find your socks, and your tie is somewhere else, oh and where are the shoes? It can be a nightmare especially if you are experiencing jet…
Diamonds Why They Are The Most Coveted Gems
As the saying goes, “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend.” Ask any woman for that matter and you would find out that majority prefer diamonds over any other type of gem when it comes to jewelry. Diamonds adorn engagement rings and wedding rings as well. True, these stones come with a price (and what an expensive price it is) but…
Men S Wedding Bands Help Ideas And Advice
It wasn’t too long ago that the selection of wedding rings for men in jewelry stores was limited to gold and platinum wedding bands. Nowadays, the selection of men’s wedding rings is just as varied as those for women. The reason behind the big switch is demand. More and more men are opting for more than a traditional wedding band.…
Jewelry In Ancient Rome
Jewelry (joias) is a fascinating fashion accessory that has been popular from ancient times. It has played a variety of roles including political, religious and ornamental, and jewelry artifacts have helped modern historians shape pictures of the daily lives of ancient civilizations. Jewelry in ancient Rome is no exception. There are literary accounts and pictorial depiction such as in the…
Wholesale Sterling Silver Jewelry Guide Determine Prices By Quality
It takes many years of experience in trading sterling silver jewelry to tell whether a piece of jewelry is of high quality or not. Especially when you are buying wholesale silver jewelry, a minor difference in the quality might affect your business reputation in the long run. This article summarizes the basic metrics for anyone who is beginning to trade…