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Give the Gift of Sparkle This Holiday Season

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We are in the middle of the busy holiday season! If you want to gift your wife, husband, boyfriend, girlfriend, friend, etc. with something special this year, a jewelry gift is a wonderful idea. Here we have a few gift ideas for everyone on your list.

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For your girlfriend: A promise ring. Elegant and timeless, a simple silver band or a diamond band is a great choice. (Or.. if you are ready for that next step, propose with a unique diamond engagement ring!!)

For your wife: How about a diamond tennis bracelet to go along with the sparkle of her engagement ring and wedding band?

For your daughter: For young women, diamond stud earrings are a great choice. Traditional and versatile, she will treasure them for years to come.

For your husband/boyfriend: A stylish watch or cuff links make a great sentimental but also practical option.

For anyone else: A sterling silver pendant with an infinity knot is a great gift for those you love. Perfect for every day wear or special occasions.

 

Still need help picking gifts? Check out our Facebook this month for our “12 days of sparkle” or stop in to the shop and we can help you find a unique gift.

Celebrating Your Wedding Anniversary With Jewelry

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The gift of jewelry is always a great choice for showing your significant other how much you care. Whether you are celebrating your first anniversary or your 50th, jewelry is a special way to remember the day you said, “we do.” Here are a few things to consider when purchasing jewelry gifts.

 

Source: Allreddesign.net

Source: Allreddesign.net

1. Plan out your budget before shopping.

Your budget is important to consider as jewelry can range significantly in price. In order to have an appreciated gift you don’t have to go into debt. Your loved one will appreciate your thoughtfulness instead of looking at price tags.

2. Consider milestones.

If you are celebrating a marriage milestone the gift should be more significant and special. Looking at the “traditional” list of gifts can be an inspiration, however consider that this list is not updated to modern times and not many people will be thrilled to receive tin for a gift. This list has some suggestions on how to modernize the gifts but still stay within tradition if you are a couple that enjoys that.

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3. Be personal.

If your honey has mentioned that they would love a new watch or specific kind of jewelry piece it may be a great time to surprise them with it. Think of pieces that they enjoying wearing, this can be a clue to what they enjoy jewelry wise. For example if you notice your husband enjoys wearing his silver (or white gold) watch, and not his leather watch maybe get him an updated silver watch. If your wife likes wearing stud earrings, a dangly pair may not be her style. Try choosing a different stone then she already has but in a color that she likes.

4. Have fun.

Choosing jewelry for an anniversary gift does not need to be stressful. Think about things you enjoy doing together, your significant others personality, and their favorite things and find a gift that reflects that. You can think beyond the typical diamond and pearl gifts although these are wonderful options. If your wife loves dogs a sweet gift would be a little dog charm that can go on a charm bracelet or necklace. If your husband loves wearing ties to work, a personalized tie bar can be a sweet  daily reminder of your love.

A Diamond is Forever: The History of Diamond Engagement Rings

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Not only just sparkly and beautiful, diamonds have long since been considered a symbol of love and romance. Diamond jewelry is definitely a favorite of many women. With the options to dress them up for an elegant event or keep it casual with your daily jeans, this stone is the common choice for engagement rings.

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Diamond engagement rings became popular in the 1930s. By 1965, 80% of all brides-to-be were flashing a diamond on their ring finger. However, engagement rings have been around long before the 30’s. In 1215, Pope Innocent III declared a waiting period before betrothal and marriage. The rings were used to symbolize commitment in this period (Today we know this as an engagement).

The first diamond ring used during a proposal was in 1477. Archduke Maximilian of Austria proposed to Mary of Burgundy. Engagement rings were now common at this time, but diamonds were a rarity and strictly for upper class elite.

Source: NY Times Frances Gerety wrote the slogan, "A Diamond is Forever," in 1947.

Source: NY Times
Frances Gerety wrote the slogan, “A Diamond is Forever,” in 1947.

The diamond became the true symbol for marriage proposal in 1947 when De Beers Company launched the slogan, “A Diamond is Forever.” Today, more than 78% of engagement rings contain diamonds. Diamonds resilience, sparkly and purity symbolize a man’s commitment to the one he loves.

Source: en.paperblog.com

Source: en.paperblog.com

There are many different styles of diamond engagement rings. The most popular has been the round brilliant cut. Other popular choices include the princess cut, emerald cut and cushion cut.

Ready to pop the question to your sweetheart? We can help you choose the perfect diamond ring for her.

 

Sources:

The American Gem Society

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