Saturday, 14. November 2009
If worn appropriately, men’s earrings can make a man even look better. These pieces of jewelry have become increasingly and widely acceptable as a fashion statement for men. Also, they have become the symbols of courage and toughness.
Types of men’s earrings:
Studs
These are men’s earrings that seem to hang on the earlobe without a noticeable connection point from the front view. Studs are usually either made of a solid diamond or of precious metal or semi-precious stone.
Diamond studs are great choice for the red carpet and the club scene. Simple diamond studs are very versatile as men’s earrings.
Hoops
These were the original choice for men when it came to earrings. Hoop earrings are designed like semi-circular or circular rings. They usually have metal tubing and thin wire attachments that pierce the ear.
Hoop earrings were used as codes for sexual orientation in some regions in Europe in the 90s. The number of earrings worn and where they wear them determined sexual preference.
Men’s hoop earrings are made in pairs and these are worn depending on the style and taste of the wearer. Men wear them either on one ear alone or on both. For a more stylish and unique look, the ideal type is the gold hoop. Read more... (534 words)
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Friday, 13. November 2009
Rainbow topaz, also known as mystic topaz, is a very elegant and trendy gemstone. It is a natural topaz that has been treated to display the desired rainbow effect. It is an inexpensive gemstone that makes for a unique piece of jewelry. Because of its unique multi-colored brilliance, it has become one of the most sought-after gems today.
Rainbow topaz is not a naturally occurring topaz, but is made from real topaz that is treated artificially with a thin film or coating to show the desired rainbow effect. This process is called vacuum deposition. Rainbow topaz is an enhanced treated colorless topaz with rainbow effect.
Typically, a thin layer of titanium or similar metal coating is applied to the stone’s pavilion, the underside angled portion that forms the bulk of the gem. This causes interference which results to various color effect of the rainbow. Natural refraction of the stone is altered by the coating, giving stunning rainbow colors. Rainbow topaz comes from pure topaz coated with ultra thin film similar to the ones used for camera films. Read more... (625 words)
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Wednesday, 11. November 2009
If you are a guy, you need to buy jewelry. If you are a women, you do what you can do help guys buy jewelry. That’s why everyone will need to look at these money saving tips when buying all this bling.
Online auctions are a great place to begin. At least if you don’t find the piece you want or it is out of your price range, you will get an idea of how much the going price is.
One place that won’t give you a stiff markup is the pawn shop. They have loads of inventory these days so it’s a great way to get jewelry for cheap. You might be helping them get some needed cash too.
You never know until you ask. Some of your friends may already know where to find great savings on jewelry because they’ve been secretly buying a bunch of bling without your knowledge.
Jewelry needs to be cleaned, adjusted like a car so consider the stores that will give you free services for life. Even if the price tag is higher, they might work out to be cheaper in the long run. Read more... (393 words)
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Thursday, 22. October 2009
Pink sapphire is calm and relaxing, once believed by kings to protect from harm and envy. It is also believed to heal emotional pain. Pink sapphire rings are highly affordable, yet stunning alternative to pink diamond rings. They are perfect gifts for people who celebrate birthdays on September and for those fifth and forty fifth wedding anniversaries.
In Latin, the word sapphire means blue. But sapphires can be found in many different colors and one of these colors is pink. Pink sapphires are called fancy sapphires, which also refers to any colored sapphires other than blue. Fancy sapphires are pure individualism and are just made for lovers of individualistic colored stone jewelry.
Pink sapphire is sometimes referred to as pink corundum. Corundum is a form of gemstone. It is clear while pink sapphire contains traces of titanic oxide which basically account for its pink coloration. Sapphire is the second hardest natural mineral because it is 9.0 on the Mohs scale of hardness.
The gemstone pink sapphire is believed to awaken emotional intelligence which fosters a strong sense of emotional identity. Some say that wearing pink sapphires can improve the ability to perceive energies, including gemstone energies. It is also believed by some to nourish and accelerate emotional development, ease emotional burdens and pains. Read more... (666 words)
Posted in Jewellery by Fred Gagnon -
Wednesday, 21. October 2009
A mothers ring is a very special and meaningful gift she will cherish forever. Its a treasured piece of jewelry that reminds her that her children are always near. A mothers ring is a symbol of a childs love and gratitude to a mother, truly a perfect gift for a mother.
The best way for a child to express love and gratitude to a mother is through a mothers ring. And what better day to give her such a special gift than during Mothers Day. When a woman decides to become a mother, she also decides to put her child on top of everything because there is nothing more special to a woman than becoming a mother.
A mothers ring symbolizes how much you appreciate your mothers endless love, sacrifices, patience and support. It is a very sentimental piece of jewelry that your beloved mother can treasure forever and is one way of letting her know that you are always near.
A mothers ring is either a plain ring with inscription or a ring with the birthstone of all her children, both living and dead. When you decide to place all the birthstones of the children that is basically made to order. This is because the birthstones have to be in its proper order. Read more... (745 words)
Posted in Jewellery by Fred Gagnon -
Tuesday, 20. October 2009
Titanium earrings are made of titanium, which is of the highest strength to weight ratio of any known element. It is a very good choice for people with sensitive skin because of its low irritation level. Titanium earrings are easy to clean jewelry that is lightweight and very comfortable to wear. Perfect for people who love the outdoors, titanium earrings are strong, hypoallergenic, resilient and flexible.
Titanium has many amazing properties that makes it excellent for use in jewelry. It is a lustrous silver-white or grey metallic element that is now used in making jewelry like titanium brooches and titanium earrings. Its popularity became the most dramatic in jewelry history.
Titanium is the only element that offers the unique combination of beauty, strength, light weight and bio compatibility, which make it a perfect material for making durable earrings. Also, it has the stylish rich grey tones of platinum but at a much more attractive price.
Reasons why titanium earrings are an excellent choice.
1. Titanium earrings are high corrosion resistant.
Titanium is inert and, therefore, completely corrosion resistant particularly against oxygen and so it does not tarnish easily. Titanium does not react to salt water, sunlight or any body chemistry. It exhibits exceptional resistance to a broad range of corrosive gases. Read more... (711 words)
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Friday, 16. October 2009
Pink diamond ring is a unique and beautiful alternative to a traditional white diamond ring. A genuine pink diamond ring is very precious because not only is pink diamond one of the rarest gemstones, it is also one of the most expensive of all gemstones. One of the most sought after jewelry, pink diamond rings can be more valuable than white diamond rings. The ultimate symbol of femininity, love and grace, pink diamond ring is considered treasure of treasures.
Pink diamonds are very rare and very expensive. They are produced in very small quantities and in very limited areas of the world. It is one of the rarest gemstones. Commercial quality pink diamonds can only be found in the Argyle Mine in Australia. Angola, the DRC and Sierra Leone produce pink diamonds in very small quantities.
The rarity of pink diamonds and the gradual increase in demand make the pink diamond rings a regular feature at Diamond Auction where prices have soared over the years. The rarity of pink diamonds makes it very special gemstones to give your bride. Read more... (672 words)
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Thursday, 30. July 2009
by Cathryn Zhang
Found A Good Shop With Ethnic Embroidery
Clothes make the woman. Want unique clothes highlighted with ethnic style? Come to “La Mu, the Lady Upstairs”, a shop near the Beijing Red Wall Hotel.
This shop offers colorful, handmade embroidered clothes, handbags, and other little accessories. Each one of them is beautiful. You can’t find a duplicate item in this shop or anywhere else.
La Mu told me many interesting stories about her designs. I liked a violet shirt embroidered with patterns of phoenixes and flowers. Thanks to her, I now know that this is a special embroidery made by Miao people named “Song Tao Embroidery.”
My favorite was a handbag with embroidered patterns on it, also made by La Mu herself. The embroidery on the bag is called “Da Zi,” a typical Miao embroidery style.
Looking around, I was attracted by the beautiful clothes and bags. They are nice decorations for this little shop.
Most of the time, La Mu stays in another studio in Lijiang, a gorgeous little town in Yunnan province. Actually, all of the clothes and bags are made there. The beauty of Lijiang gives her ideas for her items. Read more... (402 words)
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