Simple Rules For Men’s Jewelry

Let’s face it, gentlemen: you aren’t all the rock stars and music moguls you may think you are. No matter the mantra you might sing in your head, it doesn’t mean you can pull off the look that some acclaimed and famous artists can. By look, we mean jewelry fashion. Not everyone can rock a blinged-out cross or pull off the leather cuff look. Very few guys can, actually, and we’re all about it if that is the case - but only if it works!

Usually what works is this: simple. Simple, clean, and classic jewelry, like a timeless wedding band for example made from titanium or platinum. Tungsten- is also a very trendy option. Statistically,a wedding ring is the only piece of jewelry men will wear. For some other fashionable guys, however, men’s jewelry is a fun and unique way for them to stand out and express their wonderful personalities. Always keep in mind that simple is best,though!

There’s nothing worse than a guy who comes across as tacky or strange, all because of a misplaced or out-of-character piece of jewelry. You don’t like it when the ladies over-accessorize, so don’t fall victim to the same fate. You don’t want to send the wrong message, and you certainly don’t want to end up on a girl’s worst dressed list. So, match your jewelry to your outfit. Choose simple, tasteful pieces. If you do want to be just a touch flamboyant, consider calling on the fashionable eye of a close female friend. They will always tell it to you straight, especially when it comes to men’s jewelry.

Jewelry Appraisals: You Should Never Leave Home With Them

The holidays are mad rush of shopping, cooking, family gatherings, and road trips. It is incredibly easy to overlook or forget about a few things here and there. Some things, however, can end up costing you dearly in the end. Like, leaving the house unlocked during a quick trip to grocery store or forgetting to turn on the alarm before you dash out of the house on the way to the airport to go and visit the folks. Unfortunately, this puts you in harm’s way of being the victim of a nasty burglary. Every year, the number of home invasions increases dramatically around the holidays.

What is the number one thing stolen in almost every single situation? You guessed it: fine jewelry. Jewelry is easy to find, easy to stash, and even easier to pawn. So, this holiday season, we want to ask you to do one thing before you get caught up in the mad rush: take your fine jewelry to be appraised and insured! It is so incredibly easy and will save you from insurmountable regret later if the unfortunate event of a break-in should occur.

The jewelry appraisal process is a lot simpler than you might think. Plus, it takes little time at all. Find a reputable appraiser at a local jeweler or through a friend’s recommendation. When it comes to money, you can always count on those closest to you to tell you the nitty-gritty truth about their experiences with certain services, especially appraisals! Always ask an appraiser for credentials and what fees they charge before proceeding. Get a written appraisal for your own records, including any photos that were taken, the valued assessment, and the signature of the appraiser. We suggest doing this every few years, which will afford you incredible peace of mind when you leave home.

There is Nothing Else: Diamond Engagement Rings

Every time I see the words “diamond engagement rings” and can’t help but laugh. It just seems so redundant to me. I mean, is there any other kind of engagement rings that aren’t diamond? Oh sure, I’ve heard cute stories of people, in a fir of romantic passion, fastening a ring out a nearby napkin, sliding the band off of a cigar or using the brass ring they got from the carousel to be a stand in at the moment, but you know all of those rings were pretty quickly replaced with the real deal.

It is true that the ring itself is the symbol and the use of diamonds as part of the ring is relatively new in comparison to how long rings have been used as a sign of engagement. Some people will even try to tell you that you are just falling into the commercial trap that has been set out before you. I’d actually love to meet someone that would say that to me, because my only response would be “Yeah, me and a bazillion other people.” If this is all just marketing, I want to hire their advertising agency.

In the end, the proposal isn’t about the ring, but remembers this. The memory of the proposal will fade over time, like all memories do, but the ring you gave her will be around forever. Tell me then that there is anything else that should be used in place of diamond engagement rings.

Engagement Ring Tutorial On the Four “C’s” of Diamonds

Engagement rings are on a lot of Christmas lists this holiday season! So the experts at Preferred Jewelers International want you to know exactly what to look for when shopping for the perfect ring to give to your special someone. Whether you want to find a gorgeous diamond solitaire, or a flawless eternity style ring with numerous stones, knowing about the quality of diamonds will help you in your search.

The 4 C’s of diamonds and can easily be researched online. We’ll start with Cut. The cut are the facets in the stone that determines its ability to reflect light and brilliance. Ideally you want the cut to be at a flawless depth so that the facets allow light to enter and appear like a prism in the stone. Another factor that inhibits a diamonds ability to reflect light is its Color. The color of a diamond ranges from D (colorless) to Z (light yellow).

Then there is Clarity. This pertains to any inclusions or markings. Think of them as Mother Nature’s birthmarks. The less there are, the better the clarity. Last but not least, there is Carat. This is the weight of the diamond. Diamonds that are higher in carat weight are exponentially more precious and expensive.

Do Jewelry Stores Use Special Lighting?

It is a common statement people make about almost anything that they buy, and it is all basically a version of the following statement: “It didn’t look like this in the store.” Whether it is a new haircut or a used car, people always have some sense of misgiving about it when they get home. Some of that is psychological, a feeling of what is known as “buyer’s remorse.” Even if you aren’t unhappy with what you bought, there is still a pang of guilt, especially when it comes to a big ticket item, when you think of how much it cost. Some of it is true, however. Jewelry stores are designed to make the products they are selling look attractive so you buy them. Therefore, it makes sense to ask: Do jewelers use special lighting?

In a word, yes, but it is not for any nefarious purpose. The reason they do is so that you can see all the aspects of what it is you are buying. Gem stones have special cuts and jewelers want to make sure that you can see all of the brilliance so you know that you are buying exactly what you want. Without that lighting, you wouldn’t be able to make an informed decision. Naturally, when you get home you won’t have the same lighting so you won’t see all the brilliance you saw in the store. Do jewelers use special lighting? You better believe it, and you should be happy that they do.