Posted on June 27th, 2010 — in Jewels + Jewelry, The Virtual Lifestyle, World Of Shopping
Envisage how delighted your significant other will be if they get their gift and find a set of gorgeous John Hardy jewelry. A wide range of items is being offered in silver for almost any taste. Best of all, you can be absolutely sure that you won’t have to go to the trouble of exchanging any items after the holiday is finished. The collections for men boast a huge variety of chains, rings, cufflinks and other pieces in both silver and gold. These boast a somewhat thicker, masculine feel though they still have the same quality you would expect. Indeed, with this multitude of alternatives to be had for the asking, selecting the right gift is certain to be easy this holiday season! Whichever style of jewelry a woman may favor, this innovative jeweler has an item that should make her happy. Women who prefer a traditional wardrobe might wish for some of the more conventional pieces. For the daring lady, you can choose from a selection of bolder pieces. But regardless of the specific style, all the women’s collections include bracelets of variable widths, earrings suitable for day wear and evening wear as well as varying lengths of pendants you can select your favorites from. What is available for kids? John Hardy has a phenomenal range of children’s jewelry. Every last item has been designed to the high standards we have come to expect from John Hardy, though obviously scaled down appropriate for children. Bracelets, small earrings and pendants are examples of a gift that a child will dote on for the rest of their life. Babies are tough to choose for particularly with all of the gifts they will usually get, the more so as parents’ expectations can be more than a little demanding consequently. This could actually be quite an embarrassment for any giver. So, when Xmas rolls around, the wonderful goblets, christening spoons, or rattles created by John Hardy are magnificent alternatives.
To give a little back this Xmas, there’s the innovative Bamboo initiative specifically designed for eco-shoppers. This green scheme is known as Wear Bamboo, Plant Bamboo and if a piece from this range is purchased, a portion of the sale goes to plant sustainable crops in Nsu Penida and Bali. Each item of jewelry is individually stamped with the amount of seedlings gifted before shipping. There’s a tremendous choice to appeal to anyone’s taste, so it’s easy to please your friends and family without harming the earth!
Therefore check out the incredible collections designed by John Hardy and take the headache out of Xmas shopping this year.
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Posted on December 11th, 2009 — in Jewels + Jewelry, The Virtual Lifestyle, World Of Shopping
This year demonstrate to your dearest ones your love with a stunning coordinated set of jewelry from John Hardy. A huge array of items has been produced in sterling silver in just about any style you can think of. Best of all, you can be confident that you will not need to exchange any items when Xmas is done!
The ranges for men feature many different styles in a range of metals and finishes. These collections are produced with all types of men in mind. With all these options on hand, picking the right gift is going to be so simple this year. No matter which taste a lady may project, this innovative jewelry maker has an item that will make her happy. Traditional collections are a speciality and are a good gift for women who favor timeless elegance. For the positively avant-garde lady, there is a variety of bolder designs. But regardless the specific feel, each collection for women includes bracelets of variable breadths, earrings and, of course, various lengths of necklaces. Everyone knows that Xmas is a special occasion for the youngsters and John Hardy has a great variety of jewelry made especially for them. Each item has been created to the high standard John Hardy are known for, just scaled down for youngsters. Bracelets, earrings and pendants are just some of the gift ideas for kids. It is notoriously tricky to pick an unusual gift for a baby. So, this holiday season, the exquisite goblets, christening spoons, or baby-rattles created by this designer jeweler are stunning options.
To give something back this year, there is the fantastic Bamboo collection specifically designed for green shoppers. When an individual buys a piece from the Bamboo range, a percentage of the revenue goes to plant bamboo in the South Pacific region. Every piece of jewelry is engraved with the amount of seedlings gifted before shipping. This collection has an extensive selection of pieces for gentlemen and women, therefore being environmentally friendly come holiday season is no compromise. Thus view the marvelous items John Hardy has to offer and make your Xmas shopping a breeze this year.
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Posted on September 13th, 2009 — in Jewels + Jewelry, World Of Shopping
Cartier SA is a luxury watch producer and jeweler located in Paris, France. The family business was established in 1847 in Paris by Louis-Françoise Cartier. During the following decades, his son Alfred Cartier and later his nephews Pierre, Jacques and Louis developed Cartier to a famous international brand.
“Santos” – the first wristwatch ever was made by Louis Cartier
The break through of the brand Cartier took place in 1904, when Louis constructed a tiny wrist watch for Alberto Santos-Dumont, a Brazilian pilot and acquaintance of the family. The wristwatch was named “Santos” and made history as Cartiers 1st man’s wristwatch – and the 1st wrist watch ever. Their guests have been really pleased as well with the practical timepiece.
Louis was responsible for lots of the famous and favorable designs of the company. He made the so named “mystery clocks”, for instance. These wrist watches have a transparent dial and their clockworks are invisible. Another splendid creation of Louis was an funny wrist watch including multicoloured jewels called “Tutti Frutti”.
The Cartier Tank wristwatch has now more than thirty varieties
Already in 1907, Cartier was quickly evolving and had subsidiaries in St. Petersburg, London and New York. The company was evolving into one of the world’s most successful wristwatch companies. A special highlight in the history of Cartier was a watertight wristwatch made mainly for the Pasha of Marrakesh in 1932. Fifteen years earlier, Louis designed the “Cartier Tank watch”. This timepiece is still the most well-known clock of the company and has nowadays more than thirty variations.
At this time, the company began printing reference numbers on the underside of the wrist watches. The presence of these “four-digit-codes” is proving the watches’ originality. The company kept evolving and in 1964, Jean-Jacques, Claude and Marionne (the children of Jacques, Louis and Pierre) sold the entire business.
A new concept – “Les Must de Cartier”
The new possessors – a group of several investors – started to design different products that should keep the quality of Cartiers wrist watches in the past. The recent concept was named “Les Must de Cartier (Cartier – it is a must!)”. Nowadays, Bernard Fornas is the chief executive officer (CEO) of Cartier. The headquarter of the company is still located in Paris, France. Cartier is seen as the no. two seller of luxurious wrist watches behind Rolex. Additionally, Cartier is the international no. one vendor of luxurious jewels. Men watches
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Posted on January 24th, 2009 — in Jewels + Jewelry
The term wholesale implies the selling of a good in bulk or large quantity. Wholesale body jewelry is the concept of selling jewelry in large quantities, say in dozens rather than as a single piece, to the retail market and in turn sold to customers. Buying jewelry in wholesale is the smartest way to make money. Wholesale body jewelry suppliers sell jewelry in bulk and at comparatively low prices. So people find it a great way to start saving money.
Wholesale body jewelry can be found in various metals and designs to suit your style and pocket. The wholesale body jewelry available with dealers includes belly rings, bent barbells with colored barbells, labret studs, captive bead rings, tongue rings, naval ornaments, nose rings, eyebrow rings, etc. While buying body jewelry in wholesale, it becomes imperative to check the credentials and credibility of the dealer, especially in regard to the genuineness of the jewelry.
The benefits of buying jewelry in wholesale are that as a retailer you will have a chance to sell your jewelry to the consumers at a reasonable profit. Another big advantage is that since the wholesale dealers purchase jewelry directly from the manufacturers themselves, so you can be assured of getting the latest designs that you can in turn sell to your clients at reasonable margins.
Thus if you want to set up your own clientele and earn profits, then the best thing is to contact a genuine wholesale body jewelry supplier and buy jewelry in large amounts at one go.
Body Jewelry provides detailed information on Body Jewelry, Wholesale Body Jewelry, Gold Body Jewelry, Cheap Body Jewelry and more. Body Jewelry is affiliated with Tattoos And Piercings.
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Posted on January 4th, 2009 — in Jewels + Jewelry
Feet are among the most the most beautiful parts of a woman’s body. This fact is often overshadowed by modern media, which highlights women’s faces and torsos, and little else. Yet throughout history, the delicate shape of women’s feet have been paid great respect and attention, as proven by classical literary works by D.H. Lawrence and Lord Byron, to name only a few. In “Double Indemnity,” the hero Walter is so entranced by the ankle bracelet worn by a woman named Phyllis, that he mentions it several times in the course of the movie.
In ancient China, it was such a big deal that women had small, delicate “moon-shaped” feet (that is, with deep insteps) that an entire custom dedicated to foot-binding was developed. This was extremely painful for the women, but the standards for lovely feet back then helped greatly in setting standards of overall attractiveness; women with small feet were considered noble and aristocratic.
Nowadays we have done away with painful practices, knowing that women’s feet are beautiful naturally. The sensuous instep and curve of the ankles call for accentuating jewelry. This is part of why ankle bracelets are increasingly in demand.
Ankle bracelets — “anklets,” for short — are lightweight and fancy decorations for the feet. Many come with tiny charms, which usually include variants of a favorite symbol, like cats, hearts, stars, and bells — the variety is endless. Bracelets worn on the feet are in fact very similar in make to bracelets worn on the wrists, which is why for many, bracelets and anklets are interchangeable.
For the most part, ankle bracelets are casual accessories: they are best worn on an ordinary day out having fun. Multicolored anklets woven from fibers or threads look great with casual sandals or flip-flops. However, ankle bracelets made of fine-spun gold and silver make a beautiful tandem with fashion shoes, and look great for formal events.
Sam Serio is an Internet Marketer, musician and a writer on the subject of jewelry and gemstones. For more information on jewelry and gemstones, we cordially invite you to visit www.morninglightjewelry.com to pick up your FREE copy of “How To Buy Jewelry And Gemstones Without Being Ripped Off.” This concise, informative special report reveals almost everything you ever wanted to know about jewelry and gemstones, but were afraid to ask. Get your FREE report at www.morninglightjewelry.com.
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Posted on December 29th, 2008 — in Jewels + Jewelry
As a diamond engagement ring plays a very important role in your life, it has to be treated with utmost care and efficiency. Although a diamond is the hardest substance known on earth, it still requires attention and care.
A Diamond’s weakness is its perfect ‘cleavage’ or the tendency to split along its perfect crystal planes. This makes diamonds vulnerable to cracking or chipping with a sharp blow. A good setting prevents most damage, but reasonable care is essential to enjoy your investment for many years to come.
The diamond has to be taken off and put in a safe place when washing dishes. Wearing diamond rings when gardening or during household repairs that might scratch the setting or damage the prongs that keep the stone secure should be avoided.
Exposure to household chemicals like chlorine and hairspray can accumulate and dull the surface of your diamond. Periodic cleaning is crucial if you want to keep it looking brilliant and prismatic.
Hand lotions, hair styling products and everyday dirt can leave a film on your diamond which will reduce the sparkle. Those materials can even accumulate into a thick layer of filth on the back of the stone, if cleaning is not done in adequate intervals.
A gentle scrubbing with a soft-bristle brush in a solution of plain alcohol diluted in warm water is recommended for cleaning. Scrubbing doesn?t mean using brushes with bristles hard enough to scratch the surface of the ring.
Periodic ultrasonic cleaning by your local jeweler is also recommended to clean hard-to-reach areas under the settings. Be sure to take your Diamond Ring to a trusted local jeweler to check for loose prongs.
You may have to pay a little to have the prongs retipped with gold once a year or so, but it will be well worth it. Prongs can break or weaken with normal wear, and it would be heartbreaking to lose your precious diamond. So, good care has to be taken to maintain the token of your life and it?s not that hard to keep your engagement ring sparkling.
Robert is a Freelance Writer For EngagementRingz.com. They Specialize In All Kinds of engagement ring. No Matter What Kind Of Ring You Are Looking For Whether It Be A diamond engagement ring, Or A Stunning Platinum Engagement Ring You Can Find More Information Here.
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Posted on December 28th, 2008 — in Jewels + Jewelry
As you walk along on your quest for the perfect diamond for your mate, you hear, “Pssst! Hey mister, I hear you’re looking for some good rocks. I’ve got some great stones, really reasonably priced. I’ll even throw in the ring for free!”
Sounds shady? You bet he is! Of course, you wouldn’t really buy a diamond from a guy in an alley wearing a trench, right?
Bet you’d be amazed by how many scams are pulled and in broad daylight by jewelers who seem absolutely honest. Some of them even have beautiful shops that look really hi-tech. Beat them at their own game by learning their scams.
The bigger the better, a lot of people say. When a jeweler tells you that you have a five carat diamond ring, don’t get dazzled by the carats. If there was only one stone then you’d have no problem. You might actually be getting a 1 carat diamond surrounded by eight half-carat smaller pieces.
An honest jeweler will tell you the weight of each stone in the ring separate from the center diamond. In fact he’ll even give you a certificate from a reputed lab such as the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) as proof. If he can’t or won’t do these, you’re better off buying from someone else.
Then there’s the bait and switch. The jewelry store will advertise a diamond at a great price. Problem is that when you get there, they’ll tell you that it’s already been sold and try to convince you to get another piece instead. Rarely is this case true. Usually there was never such a piece and they’ll show you something more expensive that they will try to get you to buy instead.
If the diamond that they announced for sale isn’t available, ask for another just like it. If they can’t produce another one of the same special quality and price, you are better off walking out the door. Don’t let them get your hard earned money.
Normally when you go to a jewelry shop, the gems are lying on a beautiful cloth bed under bright lights. The gems are so white and tempting. Hold it right there! Most diamonds really will look whiter especially under lights that give off a certain blue component. If you really want to check the color of a stone, check it in sunlight. If they refuse, refuse to purchase as well.
You were finally able to find the gem that symbolizes your love. You ask your jeweler t o know make it into a ring so that you can propose to your beloved. He said that you would have to leave it with him for a few weeks and he’ll call you when it’s ready.
When the ring arrives, it is beautiful but….something about it just doesn’t feel right. You can’t quite put your finger on it but this doesn’t seem to be the diamond that you bought. How can you tell?
The solution is simple: have the diamond checked by an independent gemologist certified by a group such as the GIA. Have them compare it to the certificate of your diamond to confirm that it is a match. After all, no two diamonds are exactly the same. Then you’ll know and can demand proper action.
Bottom line, to avoid scams you should take the time to educate yourself about the basics of diamonds. Next you’ll need to find a jeweler or gemologist that you can truly trust. Lastly, always ensure that you are given the proper certificate for your gem, one issued by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) or another reputed independent lab. These will save you a whole lot of money and avoid giving you headaches.
Lesley-Ann Graham runs WeddingTrix.com - a valuable wedding planning resource with articles, tips and advice to help you plan your perfect wedding. The Bride, Groom, Best Man, Bridesmaids and Groomsmen can find it all at http://www.WeddingTrix.com
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Posted on October 20th, 2008 — in Jewels + Jewelry
Over the past several years there has been a huge demand for quality, wholesale sterling silver jewelry products. This demand for silver has put the pressure on the prices, which have doubled over the last year, sending retailer jewelers scrambling, trying to hold their costs down so that they can attract new customers as well as retain their current clientele.
Finding quality, selection and price all from one source can be a challenge. The best way to manage your wholesale sterling silver jewelry purchasing budget is to deal with a supplier who do the forethought to purchase a large stock before the prices went through the roof and are willing to pass the savings on to you. A large, well established company has this advantage over its smaller competitors and it is worth your while to create a business relationship with them. In the best case, they will not only provide your business with outstanding sterling silver jewelry that is affordable to you and your customers, but will also provide some technical support and marketing advice as well.
One reason why you will find this level of service is because the competition within the wholesale sterling silver jewelry market is just as steep as it is in the retail sector. This works to your advantage in your search for the pricing that best suits your budget. Research wholesale sterling silver jewelry vendors online, so you can review the current fashion trends, discover who is buying and what price point is most reasonable.
If you choose to create a re-sell account with online wholesale sterling silver jewelry vendors, make sure that you get all the facts before hand, for some of these online sources have a higher minimum order than if you were to purchase from their physical location. In order to find a vendor with a back stock of sterling silver jewelry, you need to look to how many years of operational experience in the real-world they have behind them, ideally, an online presence is an extension of the company, make sure that the company is not just an online operation.
You will find most of the better wholesale sterling silver jewelry vendors take the time to participate and showcase their goods in the large jewelry shows that make yearly visits to the major cities. At these events, you will have the opportunity to meet and talk with designers, manufacturers as well as wholesalers. What you see at these shows can give you a better idea of the types of sterling silver jewelry that will appeal the most to your customer base.
Best of all, many of the exhibitors use these events to offer special items for your inventory at great savings. You will be able to browse hundreds of wholesale sterling silver jewelry distributors at once, making it easier to compare price points and select your inventory within a short period of time all at one location.
Uma G. Bennett is a part-time copywriter for Sam’s One that specializes in sterling silver hip hop jewelry wholesale.
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