Fine Jewelry is Just a Click Away
With Americans spending over $50 billion each year on jewelry
and watches, it's no wonder that online fine jewelry purchases
are increasing by leaps and bounds. Instead of traipsing through
malls in search of the perfect ear pins, belly rings, and
necklaces, consumers can shop for fine jewelry from the comfort
of their own homes.
When shopping for fine jewelry - whether you're looking for
earrings, ear cuffs, necklaces, or body jewelry - it's important
to have an understanding of the basic materials and stones that
are used in the making of fine jewelry.
Materials:
Yellow Gold - Pure gold (24 kt. gold) is too soft to use in
jewelry, so it's typically combined with silver to form a metal
alloy consisting of 14 kt. gold.
White Gold - White gold is colorless, like silver, but won't
ever tarnish, and is typically a combination of gold and nickel.
Sterling Silver - Like gold, fine silver is too soft for use in
jewelry, so silver is combined with 7.5% of other metals
(typically copper) to produce sterling silver.
Platinum - A beautiful silver-white color, platinum occurs as an
alloy in nature. It's tarnish-resistant qualities and durability
make it a favorite material for fine jewelry.
Gemstones:
Jewelers incorporate a wide variety of gemstones into fine
jewelry. From diamonds to pearls, from rubies to sapphires,
gemstones can add sparkle and personality to earrings, ear pins,
and ear cuffs. Today, many jewelers use simulated gemstones,
which offer the sparkle of the "real thing" at a fraction of the
cost.
Birthstones:
Fine jewelry that incorporates birthstones is a perennial
favorite, especially when given as a gift on the recipient's
special day. According to Solisa (www.solisa.com), the premiere
online destination for fine jewelry, the following gemstones and
colors are associated with each birth month:
January: Garnet (dark red)
February: Amethyst (purple)
March: Aquamarine (pale blue)
April: Diamond (starlight)
May: Emerald (light green)
June: Pearl, White (pearlescent)
July: Ruby (red)
August: Peridot (pale green)
September: Sapphire, Blue (deep blue)
October: Opal (moonlight)
November: Citrine (yellow)
December: Topaz, Blue (sky blue)
Trends
Knowing the latest jewelry trends is always helpful when buying
fine jewelry for yourself or as a gift. This season, celebrities
are wearing ear pins and ear cuffs both on and off the red
carpet. Solisa (www.solisa.com) has the largest selection of ear
pins on the Web, and they can be worn with either pierced or
unpierced ears. Whether make from gold or silver, ear cuffs add
the extra touch needed to make you stand out from the crowd.
When selecting earrings or necklaces with gemstones, the key
this season is to combine colors for maximum effect. Pair a deep
blue with garnet, or purple with medium green. With Solisa's
(www.solisa.com) color key, it's easy to shop for specific
gemstone colors to complement your wardrobe.
Belly rings are also given the once-over this season, with
gemstones being key. Change your belly ring to reflect your
mood, and show off the toned tummy you worked so hard to develop!
Online Shopping
When shopping for fine jewelry online, it's important to find a
reputable site. Solisa (www.solisa.com) is the leading online
retailer for unique fine jewelry. With a huge selection and an
easy-to-use online catalog, you'll find the latest jewelry
fashion without the hassle of mall shopping. Be sure to visit
them today.
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