What Is a Wide-Band Engagement Ring?
Chunky engagement rings have regained popularity due to renewed interest in Y2K jewelry trends. As a result, those interested in making a statement have begun choosing wide-band engagement rings. Typically at least 2.5mm wide, wide-band engagement rings come in various styles, from impactful single-stone designs to art deco-inspired rings with multiple stones. This larger foundation…
How to Wear Fine, Delicate Jewelry
Bold, chunky designs have been popular in women’s jewelry lately for their striking appearance. However, there’s also a growing trend toward minimalism: understated luxury is taking the place of logo-driven styles and jewelry is following suit. Picture thin chains that are barely noticeable, slim metal rings or delicate bracelets, worn either alone or stacked. There’s…
Guide to Cocktail, Dinner & Statement Rings
In the 1920s, cocktail rings were popular in the flapper era, symbolizing social freedom. Within a couple of decades, this appeal transitioned to the statement-making elegance of dinner rings. Today, we group these styles under the “fashion jewelry” umbrella. Although “dinner ring” is a somewhat dated term, “cocktail ring” remains part of our modern language…
Differences Between Blue Diamonds & Sapphires
When placed side-by-side, it can be difficult for the casual observer to tell the difference between a blue sapphire and blue diamond. How do you tell these two nearly identical stones apart? Hardness Diamonds are the hardest mineral, rated 10 on the Mohs Scale. Sapphires are rated 9 and the only other stone capable of…
How to Wear a Bar Necklace
Bar necklaces are a minimalist jewelry style, placing a rectangular bar on a fine metal chain. The bar may feature a nameplate, birthstones or no embellishments at all. As you build a classic jewelry collection, understand how to wear a bar necklace. What Is a Bar Necklace? Bar necklaces fall within the casual-to-elegant sphere of…
