Wedding Band Trends for Men
For years, wedding jewelry has primarily focused on engagement rings. Women’s wedding rings play a secondary, yet complementary role. A distant third, men’s wedding bands have long been simple: A single, solid metal that displays commitment to a partner. In most cases, no stones or engravings to add character or a degree of individuality. Over…
Must-Wear Jewelry Trends for 2021
The year 2020 represented a transitional juxtaposition in fashion. We saw the end of the showiness of the 2010s and, particularly as a result of material shortages, greater attention to basics and classics emerged. Added to this was a greater interest in sustainability – how clothing and accessories are produced and the impact the materials…
How to Wear and Style Colored Gemstones
Adding color to your look with birthstones or other gems can deliver a vibrant pop of brightness. However, pairing different stones is not always cut and dried. In some cases, you could have too many hues competing or choose a jewelry piece that does not match your outfit. Whether you have your eye on a…
How COVID-19 Has Affected the Luxury Jewelry Market
Although many retailers adapted to COVID-19 through online purchasing and private appointments, sales as a whole took a plunge in the first half of 2020. Unfortunately, market analysts expect this pattern to last for the rest of the year, with a modest upswing predicted for 2021. A report from Bain & Company found that luxury…
4 Tips to Mix and Match Metals
For decades, it was a basic jewelry rule to never mix metals. Gold and silver were worn separately to prevent a color clash. Yet over the past 10 years, not only have those rules started to loosen but they are considered fairly outdated. In fact, color-blocking metallic tones has taken this trend to a whole…
