Geometric Jewelry: Fall 2016 Fine Jewelry Trends

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Geometric Jewelry, Layered Looks, Mix And Match Gems

Geometric jewelry is everywhere this season! Key accessories play an important role in Fall 2016 fashions.  The Fall 2016 trends in fine jewelry are geometrically inspired designs such as spirals, circles, squares, rectangles, and triangular shapes in rings, pins, earrings, pendants, and bracelets. Jewelry that provides a bright, layered look is also a sure-fire way to liven up outfits in this season’s popular colors. Colors such as rose gold, gold and dark silver are all hugely popular in the Fall season.

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A widespread trend for today’s fashionista is the mixing and matching of various styles, colors, metals, and gemstones. And this fall, the pairing of two mismatched earrings is flirting with tradition. The lopsided lobe trend of mismatched ear embellishments such as one moon and one star, or a gold and diamond chandelier swaying on one lobe while the other is adorned by a single gemstone stud is becoming increasingly popular. Ear climbers, and ear cuffs are still hugely popular with millenials. Pulling off any of these trendy looks is simply about having fun and expressing oneself.

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Trending necklaces remain to be the subtle and simplistic layering of two or more strands or styles of karat gold or silver. We are seeing lots of delicate necklaces layered with different stones, dainty diamonds, and creative shapes. Crescent moon shapes, hamsa hands, horns, and arrows are being featured on many designs. Geometric charms are also being seen dangling from simple chokers and collars to create a clean chic look. In addition, stackable rings, bangles, and cuffs set with richly colored gems also lend themselves to fashionable layering. Today, many jewelry designers are mixing various gem colors, cuts, carat weights, and shapes to provide many new and exciting combinations that might not normally be seen together. These can add more character and interest than perfectly matched gems.

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Top Picks in Bridal Styles

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The top picks in bridal styles range from romance to contemporary this year! From engagement rings to wedding bands we are seeing lots of trends in the jewelry market. Romance is always in style and is seen in many of today’s bridal designs. What’s old is new again this season with elegant, vintage rings and antique diamond cuts both so prevalent. Classic designs are consistently popular and sleek. Contemporary styles with gemstone accents in unexpected colors continue to make an appearance.

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Coast Custom Diamond & Sapphire Engagement Ring

Couples today are choosing styles that have a timeless appeal and many of the new designs featuring arcs, curves, twists and swirls are making antique-inspired styles with hand engraving, micro-pave, and filigree details high in demand. British it girl Pippa Middleton recently got engaged with an antique style Deco inspired Asscher cut diamond ring!

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While the most popular metals for today’s bridal jewelry is white gold and platinum, two-toned gold combinations are a fashion forward alternative. Rose gold engagement rings are also becoming exceedingly popular with brides-to-be.  Today’s grooms seem to be paying particular attention to interesting, lightweight and durable contemporary metals such as titanium or cobalt.

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Not surprisingly, the round brilliant cut diamond is still the most popular shape for engagement rings, but emerald, cushion, and radiant cuts are becoming more popular by celebrities such as Beyoncé, Kim Kardashian, and Jennifer Aniston. Comfortable, simplistic wedding bands for gents remain favorites, while more ornate bands set with pave diamonds, diamond baguette eternity bands, hand engraved bands or fine milgrain edges are popular with the ladies.

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Round Diamond Engagement Ring in a Halo Setting

This year more than ever, bridal jewelry is available in designs and prices to suit every taste and budget. Visit Houston Jewelry today and let us assist you in finding the PERFECT engagement ring for you!

Jewelry Trendsetters: Colorful Gemstone Cocktail Rings

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Colorful, easy to wear, and versatile designs top this season’s hottest jewelry developments. Fall 2016 is about big, bold and colorful cocktail rings!

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Reach for the sky in this Ivory Sky cocktail ring. Lovely Lapis, white mother of pearl and white topaz combine for a vibrant grey-blue with rainbow hues. This ring is a true show stopper!

Jewelry fashion trends are often born rom the creative minds of designers and featured on high fashion runways. These designs start out as extravagant , avant-garde statements meant to accentuate a collection of garments and overall concept of the designer’s line. From there, celebrities and stylists cherry pick and cultivate jewelry designs to wear n the red carpet, and those looks are shared to the masses.

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The Dove’s Viola cocktail ring above features the Pantone Color of the Year. Rich Amethyst is coupled with pink mother of pearl resulting in an expressive, creative and embracing purple. Surrounded by diamonds, this is the ULTIMATE cocktail ring!

This season, it’s all about colorful cocktail gemstone rings. The bigger, and bolder..the better!  These dramatically styled rings are often seen in clusters of vibrantly colored gems or with large, colored center stones surrounded by diamond accents or smaller complementary colored gems. From Sapphires to Rubies, to even Turquoise stones, the options for this look are endless. Some people prefer a giant center stone showstopper look, while others prefer a smaller center stone surrounded by gemstones or diamonds. The design choices are vast and there is a style to accommodate any taste.

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The center stone for this cocktail ring originated in the Amazon River, this “Hope Stone” is known to soothe the spirit and calm the soul. Faceted, clear white topaz is layered with amazonite and surrounded by diamonds to create a glamorous look.

At the top of the list are the designs worn by royalty and celebrities. When copied and revamped, these fashion forward designs are readily available in a wide range of styles and prices to suite any age, budget or style!

How to Care for Fine Jewelry

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As a retailer of fine jewelry we get lots of emails and calls asking us how to protect these valuable assets. Here a few valuable tips to keep your fine jewelry safe and sparkling. Dirt buildup may hasten the wear of your jewelry. Visit your jeweler at least once a year to have your fine jewelry professionally cleaned and inspected for worn or cracked prongs, faulty clasps, or any other potential problem that can occur with daily wear.  Avoid heavy blows to your diamond. Diamonds can chip if they are struck at just the right angle. If you bump or snag your jewelry, have it inspected for potential damage that may be unnoticeable to you. When you are not wearing your jewelry, place each item in a separate, soft, compact container. If cluttered together, jewelry can become scratched or chipped.

Diamond Care

Don’t wear your jewelry in the ocean! Salt water and jewelry just don’t mix. Ocean water can actually damage some stones and metals.Don’t wear your jewelry while cleaning! Exposure to chemicals can damage and discolor precious metals like gold, silver, and platinum. Certain household chemical cleansers can actually damage colored gems. Remove your jewelry before going into chlorinated water, salt water, when using household cleansers.  Swimming in jewelry is also a bad idea as the water can constrict fingers making it more likely for your rings to fall off. Don’t place or store your jewelry near vents, grates, sinks or drains. This is just a disaster waiting to happen. When wearing pearl jewelry be cautious what cosmetics and lotions you use, as pearls are easily damaged by such products.

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Keep jewelry in an unlikely place. Jewelry boxes are an obvious place for thieves to look. When traveling, keep valuable jewelry at home or store it in the hotel safe, not your safe. Most burglaries happen in broad daylight. Always keep doors and windows locked during the day. One of the best ways to keep valuable or extensive jewelry collections secure is to store them in a burglary and fire-resistant safe.

Ruby the Birthstone of July

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Ruby the birthstone of July, is considered the King of gems. A ruby is also a traditional gift for 15th and 40th Anniversary’s. The ruby stone represents love, health and wisdom. It is believed that wearing a ruby bestows good fortune on its owner. According to ancient legends the ruby contains the original spark of life known as “a drop of the heart’s blood of Mother Earth”. The word Ruby originates from the Latin word rubens which means red. These stunning gemstones range in color from the richest shades of red to pigeon blood and,  pinkish reds. Rubies are considered one of four precious stones. The others are diamond, sapphire and emeralds.  A ruby gets its coloring form trace amounts of chromium. The most desired rubies are those that are a very deep red, widely known as “pigeon’s blood”.  Ruby stones are very hard and on the Mohs scale of hardness as they register at a 9, thus making them only slightly softer than a diamond. For a ruby to be considered perfect it must be the right shade of red, have a rich glow, and be brilliant and pure. Almost all rubies have flaws, and those without are considered exceptionally rare. Such rare rubies can fetch prices higher than those of diamonds of the same weight and quality. Almost all natural rubies are treated to improve their color. This is a standard practice accepted by the American Gem Trade Association.

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The finest rubies where originally mined in Myanmar, which is how the term “Burmese” ruby came to describe the finest rubies on the world market. Due to Human Right’s violations there are still many restrictions in place banning the import of goods form Burma. As a result this has impacted the production and sale of Burmese rubies in the marketplace. Rubies are also found in Thailand, Cambodia, India, Afghanistan and Colombia. In 2009 a large deposit of rubies was found in Mozambique.

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The worlds most expensive Ruby is known as the “Sunrise Ruby”.  This 25.59 carat Burmese pigeon blood ruby was mounted by Cartier and considered one of the rarest gems in the world. In May 2016 the “Sunrise Ruby” went up for auction by Sotheby’s Geneva. It was estimated to be worth $12-18 Million dollars. It sold for 30.42 Million dollars to an anonymous buyer.

Stackable Rings and Diamond Bangles

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Stackable Diamond Rings at Houston Jewelry

     This Summer season, versatile, stackable fine jewelry gives you endless opportunities to mix and match styles, textures, colors, and materials to create your own individual unique fashion look. Stunning stackable rings offer you more brilliant options than ever! Whether you are headed to the tropics or to your local beach, our stackable diamond jewelry is all you need to stay fashionable and look chic! The beauty of our stackable jewelry is it’s so easy to wear, and can be combined into multiple stacks or worn alone!

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Stackable Diamond Ring in Rose Gold

New fine jewelry styles feature white, yellow, and rose gold bands beautifully set with delicate diamonds or colorful gemstones. The styles range from traditional classic bands, bold pops of colored stones, or trendier styles. Many of the latest stackable rings off carved and sculpted details. Each design has endless options as you can mix and match your gold tones or wear all one color stacked. Other popular stackable rings combine various shapes of diamonds and gemstones including square, marquise, oval and round. The beauty of these styles is that you can mix and match your shapes for a super fun stack or rings! There are no rules!

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Gold & Diamond Stackable Bamboo Bangle Bracelet

Stackable bangle bracelets are now appearing in high fashion combinations of both thick and thin bangles in a variety of styles, metals, stones, and finishes. Finishes include polished, hammered and even frosted. There is something to meet each customers unique sense of style and jewelry taste. Today diamond and colored gemstone pieces are being mixed with different textures in both gold and silver. Stackable bangles, like the rings range in a variety of styles from classic to modern. The combinations that can be created are endless.

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Rose Gold & Diamond Stackable Bangle Bracelet

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White & Yellow Gold Bangle Diamond Bracelet

Colorful Gemstone Jewelry

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Spring and Summer are the Seasons when nature’s fresh colors appear to be everywhere.  From the bountiful range of bright blue skies to the suns warm golden rays the season is alive with colorful hues. These bold and bright colors not only shimmer but also set flowers in bloom. From lovely Lavender lilacs, yellow daffodils, pink, orange and white crocus seem to spring up everywhere creating a beautiful colorful canvas. Lively colored gemstone jewelry is inspired by natures beautiful canvas.

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Sunny Yellow Sapphire & Diamond Stud Earrings

During these seasons we see designers whose jewelry collections and gemstone colors are inspired by the brilliant hues of the sea as well as Mother natures natural beauty. With a rainbow of gemstone colors that rival the best nature has to offer, this season elegant, fashionable, and affordable jewelry designs feature a variety of brilliantly faceted gems. During these seasons jewelry designers create lovely pieces with dazzling gemstones such as sultry Sapphire, tantalizing Tourmaline, Amethyst, Topaz, Aquamarine, and Citrine just to name a few. Combined with sparkling diamonds, they make for exceptionally beautiful jewelry that can be worn all year round.

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Aquamarine and Pink Sapphire Ring

The selections range from delicate bracelets, statement earrings, pendants necklaces as well as show stopper cocktail rings. Each can be set in a variety of settings such as yellow, white or rose gold giving each their own unique identity. Stand out rings, statement earrings and necklaces are this seasons style leaders. Openwork jewelry designs that are light and fashionable yet fun to wear are a must. Colorful styles range from classic to modern and become even more spectacular when surrounded by a scintillating pave border of small white sparkling diamonds. Whether a classic pair of earrings, a sparkling pendant or fashion forward cocktail ring, colorful gemstone jewelry is the perfect addition to enchant any jewelry lover.

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Pink Sapphire & Diamond Hoop Earrings

Visit Houston Jewelry today and let us help you find the perfect gemstone jewelry!

Turn Runway Jewelry Trends into Everyday Jewelry Wear

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Houston Jewelry has the latest runway jewelry trends just for you! Whether you are dressed in a black evening gown or in your favorite pair of blue jeans, the jewelry trending on the Spring / Summer runways and donned by celebrities on the red carpets are not only fit for an elegant black tie evening event, but can also work well with an everyday wardrobe!

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Celebrities have long influenced our jewelry selections, and while today’s average women can’t always afford to wear fine jewelry designs from the likes of Harry Winston or Fred Leighton, their designs have provided inspiration for a more unique and inexpensive alternative for the everyday woman!

Colorful, affordable gemstones glittering on earlobes offer a basic, yet personalized statement, and today are stealing the show from the ever classic diamond stud earring! Oversized drop earrings and ear cuffs of any metal will add immediate edginess to your go to ensemble.

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That 10-carat diamond and emerald necklace we all drooled over on the red carpet can easily be replaced with an affordable, colored gem and diamond station necklace, or a simple lariat with dangling drops in rose, white or yellow gold.

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And, don’t forget the bold fashion statement ring or popular cuff to accent from wrist down. Whether karat gold or sterling silver, encrusted with pave diamonds or giant center stones, these are all Spring/ Summer fashion must haves.

Gifts of Love to Give Your Valentine

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Gifts of Love That Set The Heart Aflutter
February 14th has been a special day for lovers since Roman times!  But the tradition of giving gifts of love on Valentine’s Day only started in England in 1446! It was not until 1537 that St. Valentine’s Day was actually declared a national holiday by King Henry VIII.
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Two Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
This romantic holiday offers lovers, sweet­hearts, friends and family the perfect opportunity to celebrate your feelings and con­vey sentiments of love. There is nothing like a gift from the heart and you can never go wrong with the gift of fine jewelry. 
There is no ro­mantic symbol more enduring than the ev­er-popular heart pendant necklace, made of sterling silver, precious karat gold or platinum. Heart-shaped jew­elry has always been a leading design for Valentine’s Day gifts. Today, you can choose from dozens of heart styles, traditional or non-traditional, colorful or classic, sophisti­cated or fun.
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Rose Gold & Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Any jewelry design created with passion­ate red or blushing pink gem­stones are always a Valentine’s Day favorite. And as always, nothing says “I Love You” the way a dia­mond does. You can never go wrong with designs glit­tering with col­ored gemstones or dazzling with fine diamonds to offer the pledge of fidelity and everlasting love. Two stone diamond rings are hugely popular this year and come in a variety of metal settings. Give her double the LOVE this Valentine’s Day!
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Red Spinel & Diamond Ring
And, let’s not forget the gentle­men in your life. Men of all ages are sure to be pleased with signet rings, or this season’s popu­lar tie tacks and cuff links.
Come in soon and see our collection of Valentine’s Day jewelry that is sure to set the heart aflutter. For more information visit www.houstonjewelry.com

The 4′ C’s of Colored Gems

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The 4 C’s Of Colored Gems are Different From The 4c’s Of Diamonds

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching many customers love to purchase colored gems! Pink Sapphires, Blue Sapphires, Emeralds, Tourmalines, and many other stones are hugely popular. Our customers often ask us what to look for in colored gems. Below is a brief description of how colored gems differ from Diamonds and what to look for when buying a colored stone.

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Pink Sapphire & Diamond Ring from Coast Available at Houston Jewelry

Diamonds are usually judged on their Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat Weight, the 4 C’s that determine the quality and value of these precious gems. With diamonds, Cut is most important, next is Color, then Clarity, and finally Carat weight. With colored gems, the order of importance of the 4 C’s is very different.  The order is, Color the most important, Cut next, then Clarity, and finally Carat Weight. Here’s why:

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Coast Sapphire & Diamond Heart Necklace Available at Houston Jewelry

Color: As a rule, the closer a gem comes to the pure spectral hue of a color, with no strong undertone of any other color, the better it is. Evenness of color and complete saturation of color are also important in determining value. Equally critical is the intensity of color, its brightness or vividness, and the depth of color, either light or dark.

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Coast Green Tourmaline & Diamond Ring Available at Houston Jewelry

Cut: How a colored gem is cut affects both the depth of color seen in the stone and the liveliness it projects. If a stone’s color is too dark, the cut may be too thick. If color is too light, the cut may be too shallow. Certain cuts and shapes may also be wrong for certain stones.

Clarity: As with diamonds, clarity refers to the absence of internal marks or inclusions. Good clarity is more important in light colored gems than in darker ones. Most colored gems are not totally flawless, but if flaws reduce durability, affect color, or are easily noticed, they will reduce value.

Carat Weight: Remember that “carat” is a weight, not a size. And some colored gems weigh more than others. For example, a 1-carat ruby appears to weigh less than a 1-carat emerald, so the emerald will look larger than the same weight ruby.

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