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5 Things to Have in Your Jewelry Box

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A little black dress is a fashion staple, can be pulled out and warn for many different occasions. There are jewelry staples as well. Pieces that are timeless, versatile and key to have in your jewelry box.

    • Stud Earrings

For anyone with pierced ears, stud earrings are a daily must have. Simple styles such as diamonds, birthstones, mixed metals, and more. Gabriel & Co. has a variety of stud earrings from the traditional diamond stud to more modern shapes and styles. There are many options in terms of price range. Gifting a pair of stud earrings is perfect as there are many choices and they will get a lot of wear.

    • Hoop Earrings

Hoop earrings can elevate even the simplest jeans and tee look. Hoop earrings can be worn on a daily basis as well, but the size of the hoop can be a preference. Trying them on is key to ensure you are comfortable with the size. Gabriel & Co. is the only fine jewelry brand that offers a screwback hoop earring. This is great for ensuring your earrings won’t fall off!

    • Statement ring

Statement rings, midis, and stackable rings are fun and playful. The statement ring is a final touch to your outfit. They don’t have to be gigantic, the rings here at Gabriel & Co. have unique styles, geometry, patterns, and details. Wearing multiple on one finger is also a one-of-a-kind way for you to express your style.

    • Diamond Bracelet

The diamond bracelet is a timeless classic. There are many different style options now, moving on past the term, “tennis bracelet.” Demure bracelets are a fashionable choice, with options to wear a single bracelet or to layer them for a twist.

    • Everyday Necklace

An essential piece that you wear “everyday” is definitely a must! This is your signature. One you rarely take it off, and may not even remember you are wearing! It can be a simple pendant, cross, birthstone on a chain, initial necklace, the options are many.

These pieces are just a few that we consider “musts” for your jewelry box. Which type of jewelry is your “must-have?”

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Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

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Mother’s Day is next month and it’s a great time to decide what you will be gifting to your Mom (or to your wife from your kids!). Celebrating Mom shouldn’t be just one day a year, but it is great to have a day dedicated to showing her how much she means to you. Surprising Mom with a special gift of jewelry is something every Mom would love. Even if you don’t have a big budget, there are many beautiful options from Gabriel & Co. Don’t forget the flowers and breakfast in bed!!

  • Necklace with a colored stone. Gift Mom a beautiful necklace that she can wear every day or on a special occasion. Choose her favorite color or a child’s birthstone.
  • Trendy but Timeless. Any of the pieces from the Gaby collection would be great for a trendsetter. Does your Mom like fashion? Check out these edgy pieces.
  • Monogram It. Mom would love a bracelet or necklace with her kids initials or names on it. This one is simple and sweet with an initial in diamonds.

Are you gifting Mom jewelry this year? If you still need a gift, come on in to the shop and we can help you pick something out that is perfect for your mom’s unique style and personality.

Jewelry: A Piece of History

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Jewelry has been worn by people as far back as historians can find. Jewelry can be a special gift, family heirloom, a fashion accessory, jewelry has played many roles throughout history.

Cleopatra via onthisdayinfashion.com

Cleopatra via onthisdayinfashion.com

In ancient times, bracelets and necklaces were made from animal bone and shells and they served as a hunting tool. Many pendants also were transformed into daggers as well.

In Egyptian culture, gold was cherished and also they adorned bodies with gold jewelry and buried them in a gold-plated tomb as they head to the “afterlife.” One of the important pieces of jewelry in Egyptian times was the headdress. Cleopatra is picture often wearing long strings of gold beads and medallions of jewels falling over the shoulders. They also would wrap the deceased as mummies with amulets. Beads were essential to these amulets and anyone could have these with the type they wore dependent on their wealth. They could range from pearls to pottery clay.

For other cultures (Romans, Greeks, Mesopotamians), jewelry played a key role in the upper class. The more adorned a person was, the higher their status. Gold was the most popular followed by silver, bronze, pearls, diamonds, emeralds, sapphires and many others. Greeks wore gold and didn’t use many gemstones. The ladies would often wear seventy-five or more gold necklaces, and earrings. Roman ladies wore many rings and bracelets covering the entire arm.

Jewelry was also worn with the ornaments believed to hold certain powers. It was commonly believed that specific stones could affect the wearer. It was also associated with religion, with gold and jewels being used as gifts of worship.

Jewelry has played three basic roles in the past that are still relevant today. It is seem as the ornament, the amulet and the symbol of wealth.

Sources: History of Jewelry, Seattle Times