Entries Tagged 'Jewelry' ↓
October 10th, 2013 — Jewelry, Love Gold
Is this old school accessory having a golden moment? As more and more gold watches are being seen on the wrists of the fashion set, perhaps a new trend is emerging. 18k yellow and rose gold time pieces are beginning to blur the lines between timekeepers and treasured jewelry. To make your time piece stand out, invest in a chain bracelet or a fine jewelry watch in precious metals like yellow, rose or white gold mixed with elements like leather or bejeweled accents like diamonds. Click “continue reading” to see the latest in the gold movement. -Taryn Cox for THE WIFE in collaboration with LoveGold.com
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October 7th, 2013 — Art and Culture, Jewelry
The Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco are pleased to announce The Art of Bulgari: La Dolce Vita & Beyond 1950–1990, an exhibition of approximately 150 pieces created by the renowned Italian jeweler over four decades. This exclusive exhibition will highlight jewelry that defined a pivotal period in Italian design, and will include many pieces from the personal collection of Elizabeth Taylor. The Art of Bulgari: La Dolce Vita & Beyond, 1950–1990 will be on display at the de Young Museum from September 21, 2013 through February 17, 2014.
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October 3rd, 2013 — Gifts, Jewelry, Love Gold
After getting your ears pierced, they were your first pair of earrings and carried you through out your childhood. There is nothing more stylish, simple and versatile than a pair of gold stud earrings. They may be small and delicate, but can pack quite a punch with a multitude of shapes and stones. Click “continue reading” to see alluring diamond, gem and personalized studs to dazzle your ears with. -Taryn Cox for THE WIFE in collaboration with LoveGold
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September 30th, 2013 — Gifts, Jewelry, Tips
Quality:
Luster: Luster is the quality of light a pearl reflects… both from its surface glow and its inner light. The luster of a good quality pearls is sharp and bright. You should be able to see your reflection clearly on the surface of a pearl. Any pearl that appears too white, dull or chalky is of low quality.
Surface Perfection: Subtle blemishes and tiny marks are part of a pearl’s natural texture and proof of its genuine origin. These blemishes result from sea particles that drift into the oyster and brush against the pearl as it forms. The cleaner the surface of the pearl, the more valuable it is. Notice that the highest quality pearls have sharp, mirror like reflection.
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September 26th, 2013 — Jewelry, Love Gold
The luminous luster of pearls…. Grace Kelly wore a single strand for her signature style, Jacqueline Kennedy wore a triple strand in photos with the president and Coco Chanel revolutionized fashion wearing her legendary black cardigan with multiple stands of pearls. Pearls are the one accessory that has transcended the ages and has remained an indispensable place in a woman’s life. Making it a must have in every wife’s wardrobe. Never going out of fashion and speaking an elegance like no other piece of jewelry. Known as a sign or symbol of purity, virtue and modesty, the “organic gems” can turn any girl into a sophisticated women.
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