Weekend Style: Wearing Fine Jewelry with Casual Pieces
Many of us have a favorite piece of statement jewelry. We often think of statement jewelry as something to be worn with the proverbial little black dress. With a little creative pairing, however, fine jewelry can be worn beautifully with more casual outfits.
Maine Attraction: Tourmaline Gemstones
Tourmaline is a semi-precious stone found in areas across the world, including Brazil, Afghanistan, Nigeria, and Maine. Tourmaline originally gained notice when it was imported from Sri Lanka to western Europe via the Dutch East India trade.
How to Determine Ring Size
Whether you’re planning a surprise proposal or simply looking to gift your beloved with a gorgeous ring—without dropping any hints—here are a few pointers to help you select the right ring size. Before we dive in, please keep in mind:
Modern and Glamorous Prayer Beads
It’s not uncommon to see religious jewelry worn as a fashion statement rather than a statement of faith. Bedazzled crosses, for example, make appearances everywhere from the runway to small-town malls.
How to Find Your International Ring Sizes
There’s a lot to consider when you’re investing in a new ring. As if selecting jewelers and exploring gem styles weren’t enough, you also need to make sure your ring fits your finger comfortably and securely—meaning that you need to be aware of your ring size, which will vary internationally (just like your clothing size!).
Diamonds vs. White Sapphires
These days, engagement rings aren’t limited to diamonds alone. It’s becoming increasingly common to see colorful stones stealing the show in nontraditional ring settings. But colored gems aren’t for everyone—there’s something classic about a clear gem dazzling your left ring finger. White sapphires are a beautiful, economical choice for a clear gems.
How is Gold Recycled?
In an effort to minimize the environmental impact of our jewelry, Barbara Michelle Jacobs uses only recycled gold, palladium, silver, and platinum. Recycling precious metal is a win-win. For one, it side steps the ecological risk involved in mining new metal—and two, recycled (and refined) metal is as good as new.
