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You’re Probably Layering Your Necklaces Wrong

  Elevating your wardrobe or switching up your style can be as easy as reevaluating your accessories. The first step is to take inventory of the pieces you have and think about how you currently wear them. Next, you’ll want to consider the trends — what’s hot, what’s not, and what styling techniques always seem to come back around. For example, if you have a collection of chains and stranded pendants you’d normally wear one at a time, learning how to   layer necklaces   might be the key to updating your look. The stacking necklaces trend, which is still going strong in 2021, begs the question: Why wear one when you can wear multiple? Still, chains-on-chains assemblage isn’t always as effortless as it seems. These types of accessories seem to tangle together just sitting in a jewelry box, let alone swinging around a neck all day long. So what’s the secret to making them stay in place, and to look as perfectly layered as they do on Gigi Hadid and Rihanna? We reached out to Rachel Gindi,

Kate Middleton has £250,000 ‘antique’ diamond earrings from the Queen

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Kate Middleton, 39, joined the Royal Family in 2011 when she married Prince William. Since then, her jewellery collection has grown in size and she now has an impressive array of jewels. One pair of her earrings could be worth as much as £250,000. As well as the Duchess having her own jewellery, she also has access to the Queen’s, and will often be seen wearing jewels from the monarch’s collection. The Queen will often loan other Royal Family members pieces of jewellery too. For Kate’s most recent in-person appearance back in December, she opted for a pair of luxurious diamond drop earrings.  Managing Director Nick Withington, or pre-owned vintage jewellery William May provided an insight into the stunning earrings . He said: “Kate is wearing an antique pair of diamond earrings featuring a round flower cluster of diamonds dropping down to a floral leaf design also in diamonds. “The diamonds appear to be an old European cut typical of antique jewellery of this kind and with so m

Chocolate Diamond Engagement Rings: The Complete Guide

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  Chocolate Diamond engagement rings sound like a dreamy mix of two of the finer things in life—chocolate and diamonds, obviously. And they kind of are: Chocolate Diamonds got their name because the brown color of the stone resembles everyone’s favorite sweet treat. Not only are these fancy colored diamonds beautiful to look at, but they also make for a unique and interesting take on a classic   engagement ring .  What Is a Chocolate Diamond? A Chocolate Diamond is a high-quality, fancy colored brown diamond that gets its shade from heat and pressure applied to the precious stone during its formation process.  Chocolate Diamonds are unique to  fine jewelry brand  who introduced the stone and trademarked the name in 2000. While they might look similar, Chocolate Diamonds are not the same exact thing as brown diamonds. Chocolate Diamond apart from a regular brown diamond is its quality, rarity, and the strength of color. Brown diamonds must have a certain hue, tone, and saturation to qua

Meghan Markle has changed her engagement ring

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  The Duchess of Sussex was presented with a beautiful gold trilogy engagement ring when   Prince Harry  proposed in November 2017, but just over 18 months later   Meghan revealed a significant change to the ring , having replaced the yellow gold band with a delicate diamond-studded band. It is unknown whether Meghan is currently wearing the special ring in LA as she was spotted without it during her previous pregnancy with Archie, likely due to swelling in her fingers. However, it has now emerged that it was Prince Harry’s decision to upgrade the band, and the work was carried out at the same time that he ordered a bespoke eternity ring for his wife as a gift for their first wedding anniversary. In the new royal biography,  Finding Freedom , authors Omid Scobie and Carolyn Durand explain: “On May 19, 2019, Harry also surprised his wife of one year with the gift of a ring that he had created with jeweller-to-the-stars Lorraine Schwartz, a favourite of Meghan’s. “The conflict-free diamo

Antiques Roadshow guest floored at necklace’s ‘astonishing’ value

  An Antiques Roadshow guest was stunned to discover how much some   family jewellery   was really worth on tonight’s show. The owner explained that the pendant necklace had belonged to her great grandmother, who was very involved in the arts and craft movement. The guest said she believed the pendant had been specifically designed for her relative. Expert John Benjamin said there was a very important craftsman John Paul Cooper who he believed was behind the pendant. John said the craftsman specialised in small bits of workmanship and the piece was typical of him, despite there being no signature on it. He said he often used bunches of grapes and these were clearly visible on the pendant, and there was also a sapphire in the pendant and three  natural pearls . Expert John then moved on to the second gold necklace. The guest said she had been given the item by her grandmother when she turned 18, and that it had been originally made for her grandmother when she was herslef 21. John was v

The History and Significance of Bishop Rings

  The bishop rings are the sign of emblem of the highest clergy in the Catholic Church. When hallowing a bishop, the archbishop or pope hands him a gold ring along with other elements of insignia. It is the symbol that he belongs to church. In fact, bishop has the authority or receive or  purchase other rings as a gift . Episcopal ting is a prominent sign of importance. The clergy does not have the right to part with it. Bishops use to pass these rings from one to another by inheritance. Therefore, no one can be the owner of these rings. The ring belongs to the church, so that there are taken back after the demise of bishops or his abdication. Learn more about the history and significance of Bishop Ringsin the below lines. History of the Bishop Ring It is an ancient custom to wear the bishop’s ring long time ago. Around 600 AD, this tradition had introduced. Since, it represents the bishop’s marriage with the church. He uses to wear this ring in his right hand in the ring finger. Moreo

How Smart Jewellery Can Be Both Practical And Stylish

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  The wearable tech market around the world is expected to have an  annual growth rate of 15.9%  from 2020 to 2027, according to Grand View Research. Consumers are usually familiar with seeing wearable tech like new smart watches on the market. The complaint is that while wearable tech is practical, it often looks bulky and lacks the aesthetic appeal that comes with fashion accessories. A good way to combine tech and fashion, however, is through smart jewellery. Available In High Fashion Brands Wearable technology is often synonymous with big tech brands like Samsung and Apple, so they were often thought to look futuristic and unmistakably gadget-like. However, well-known fashion brands like Tory Burch, Michael Kors, and even Kate Spade have incorporated smart technology into their pieces. For example, Tory Burch has created fashionable fitness trackers in partnership with Fitbit. They even come in a metal hinged  bracelet  for those wanting to keep track of their steps even when they

Ruby Bracelet Market To Witness Growth Acceleration During 2020 to 2025

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Win this diamond necklace in Chest of Chance grab bag

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  Paxtons Jewelry is pleased to once again donate to the St. Mary’s Virtual Ball and Charity Auction on March 6 – A Starry Night. The prize this year is a striking diamond necklace in trendy 14K rose gold. The necklace has one-carat total weight of   diamonds , in stations across the center of the   necklace.   Notice that several of the stations appear to be in a “star” shape, and of course the sparkle is almost as bright as the stars. You could win the  necklace  by participating in the virtual auction and purchasing a Paxtons Chest of Chance grab bag online for $30 each. The bags will include gift certificates, t-shirts, sweatshirts, gift items and one lucky bag will have a certificate for the  necklace . Since the St. Mary’s Ball and Charity Auction will be virtual again this year, the chair couples for the March 6 event Dr. John and Lindsay Armstrong, and Colin and Trisha Schmitt are excited to offer something new and fun. Purchase a Starry Night Party Basket donated by VT Industr

These Sparkling Indischen Bracelets Will Add Shine To Your Wrists With Every Outfit

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  When it comes to adding glitz and glam to an outfit, you never need the perfect ensemble or the right occasion. Absolutely any of it can always do with a dose of sparkle, which   jewellery can add to gorgeously . If you’re only looking at accessorising your neckline and fingers, don’t ignore your wrists. A pretty stack of bracelets or even a dainty strand can add so much life to your look. We’ve picked a few for you to pair with your next look. Add These Shining Indischen Bracelets To Your Cart Take your look to a whole new level with these bracelets that will give them a glittering touch. Red Color Traditional Classic Design Kangan Red Color Traditional Bangles Gold Plated Heavy Traditional Kangans Gold Plated Bracelet With AD Round Shaped Design In Mangalsutra Style AD Bracelet Indischen fashion jewellery is a symbol of femininity, prestige, wealth, power and even social status. Jewelry has always made women feel beautiful and confident. Wearing an  Indischen AD Bracelet  has the a