Jewelry
What is September’s birthstone?
Sapphire Jewelry If you are a virgo you know sapphires are September’s birthstone. Most of us think of sapphires being blue but they can come in (“fancy colors”) yellow, black, white, pink, green, purple, grey, orange and brown. Some stones can color change, usually going from blue in daylight or fluorescent lighting to purple. Sapphires…
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What is the most versatile necklace length?
The most versatile necklace length is especially important if you are considering purchasing an expensive necklace. You want to wear it with many different style tops and get your money’s worth. A sixteen to eighteen inch necklace is very versatile and can be worn with different styles of necklines. This length necklace will work with…
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What is hypoallergenic jewelry?
Hypoallergenic jewelry is jewelry that does not cause an allergic reaction. An allergic reaction can be from jewelry made with poor quality metals, usually nickel, chrome or other metals, which are used in inexpensive jewelry. However high-end gold jewelry can cause problems too. The U.S. does not regulate the amount of nickel allowed in jewelry.…
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Can you wear jewelry when a dress has a decorative ornament on it?
Keep any jewelry simple with a dress that has a decorative ornament. If the decorative ornament is multicolored, diamond stud earrings would look nice. Other options would be if the jewel on the dress has either silver or gold in it you can pick up either metal and wear a simple style earring in silver…
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Are emeralds the most valuable gemstones?
Emeralds are considered by some to be the world’s most precious green gemstone. Flawless emeralds are very rare and extremely valuable. These exceptional, natural-coloured stones are said to have more personality than any other gemstone.
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Is it tacky to wear gold & silver jewelry together?
Is it tacky to wear gold & silver jewelry together? I bought a black dress, silver sandals with rhinestones on the straps & a silver necklace & a pair of earrings that match. My rings are gold. Your outfit sounds fabulous! There is no hard and fast rule against wearing gold and silver jewelry together.…
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What color shoes & jewelry can I wear with a bronze-tone dress?
What color shoes & jewelry can I wear with a bronze-tone dress? I recently bought a dress with bronze tones. I have NO idea what color shoes and jewelry to wear with it? I don’t want to wear matching shoes. A bronze-tone dress would look stylish with black, soft gold or bone (nude) color shoes. …
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How can I decide what jewelry to wear?
When you decide what jewelry to wear for any outfit take into consideration 5 things: 1) your outfit casual or dressy? 2) Your skin tone warm or cool? 3) Your hair color? 4) Your proportion, small or large? and 5) What color or colors are in your outfit? Also, don’t be afraid to mix your jewelry.…
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Are freshwater & saltwater pearls different?
Freshwater pearls are created in mussels, lakes, rivers and ponds, and today come mostly from China. Saltwater pearls are produced by saltwater oysters that live in oceans and seas. Saltwater pearls include Akoya, found in places such as Japan, China, Vietnam, etc. and South Sea, and Tahitian pearls found in the waters of French Polynesia. Saltwater…
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What is the March Birthstone?
What is the March birthstone? March has two birthstones – aquamarines and bloodstones. Totally different in how they look. Aquamarines are translucent to transparent looking and bloodstones are opaque dense and heavier looking.
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