When I was a little girl I remember my mom asking for a tennis bracelet for Christmas. I was pretty confused by this, seeing as my mom never played tennis. And why would you need a special bracelet to play tennis anyway?
The tennis bracelet actually gained it’s namesake from an accident that occurred during the […]
I had jewelry custom-made for myself and my sisters (aka: my bridesmaids) when I was married. The bridesmaid pieces were all the same, but different from mine. As a rule of thumb, bridesmaid jewelry should compliment the wedding colors and the bridesmaid dresses or apparel without overshadowing the bride’s jewelry. After all, it is her […]
Boma, started in 1981, was inspired by and created for the free-spirited women of Seattle, Washington. The jewelry is made of sterling silver and is dedicated to creating beautiful jewelry that fits the lifestyle and liking of women today.
Boma believes in style and quality in each of their jewelry pieces. The Boma website states, “Quality […]
When it comes to fine jewelry, the cut of the gemstone is as important as the clarity or quality. A poorly cut gemstone can ruin the once brilliant quality of the gem, leaving it dull.
When gems are properly cut they shimmer and shine; they are beautiful. Judging a proper cut is not a difficult task […]
Some people are very into traditions. Although this tradition seems to be fading a bit, it still remains a staple for those people wondering what to buy their spouse as an anniversary gift for a particular anniversary. This is where we get the phrases “silver anniversary” and (more widely known) “golden anniversary.”
Among the traditional gifts […]
