Diamonds: Engagement Rings Through the Ages
The engagement ring’s romantic traditions resonate throughout time.
The Romans first introduced the betrothal ring as a plain, iron hoop.
Among the gentry, the iron ring was worn while indoors and replaced with
the more valuable gold band when outdoors. As early as the 4th century AD,
inscriptions, elaborate or as simple as “honey,” embellished the
inside of the band. According to Macrobius, a 5th century Roman writer, the
betrothal ring was worn on the fourth finger of the left hand...
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Little Black Dress Meets Little Black Gem
It’s been more than 80 years since Gabrielle “Coco”
Chanel, the pioneering French fashion designer, popularized the little black dress,
which has since become a wardrobe essential for women in all corners of the globe.
The LBD, as it is often called, exists in many variants, and can be worn on almost
any occasion that calls for style and elegance. Like the LBD, the little black gem
– otherwise known as the LBG − is also classic, yet versatile. The
varied LBG collection consists of diamonds, pearls, opals, onyx, and other
unique stones, ranging from the most affordable to the most precious gems available...
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Hot Chocolate: Fall Fashions Favor Cocoa-Colored Gems
Chocolate has found its way to the necks, arms, hands, and bodices of fashion runway models.
According to experts at GIA, educator to the global gem and jewelry industry, gemstones
with warm, brown tones are heating up. Droves of fashionistas are dipping into this latest
cocoa-colored fashion trend for fall. The world’s most influential designers in couture
apparel and jewelry agree...[Read more]