What is a Target Ring? Target rings are gemstone rings featuring concentric circles of stones in different colours. Getting their start in the Edwardian era – an excellent time for advancements in jewellery – target rings were used as romantic gifts, mementos of one’s love. Initially, target rings were made exclusively with diamonds and rubies. Given the …
A lot of questions come up when you’re searching for the perfect engagement ring. There are a lot of different types of engagement ring settings, and choosing between them can prove to be a real challenge. In the past on our blog, we’ve gone over the distinctions between different types of engagement rings, and today is no …
Romantic jewellery takes many forms in different cultures around the world. An Irish example of romantic jewellery comes in the form of claddagh rings. These rings typically follow a uniform design wherein a central crowned heart is bordered to either side by two extended hands. When did this ring design come to be? And what does it symbolise? The …
If you were to cast your eyes back through history, you would likely find that men have worn jewellery just as often as women, if not more in certain parts of the world at certain times. It was only really in the aftermath of the First World War that Western men stopped wearing as much …
There is room for statement jewellery in everybody’s jewellery boxes. Whether your preference is for something oversized that compliments your outfit, or bright and bold colours and patterns that go their own way entirely. Thankfully, we have such a wide range of items from each category of jewellery that we can offer truly the boldest …
When you think of statement jewellery, your mind will probably jump to a bold necklace or a bright gemstone cocktail ring. Of course, jewellery can make a bold fashion statement, but today, we’re considering a different kind of statement jewellery – jewellery that sends a message. Over the years, jewellery, and in particular brooches, have been used to convey …
When it comes to jewellery, bigger isn’t always better — especially for those pieces that you plan to wear every day. Of course, it’s important that your engagement ring feels truly special, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that it has to be a huge statement piece. For many, a small and dainty engagement ring is …
There are some types of jewellery that simply do not age. Wardrobe classics like the Little Black Dress undoubtedly have their counterparts in the jewellery world. Today, we’re spending some time enjoying the simple beauty of timeless jewellery pieces; join us, won’t you? Pearl Strands Pearl jewellery has been valued for as long as we have …
Pairing jewellery with your outfit isn’t always as easy as it should be. Knowing that diamonds compliment everything isn’t always enough, unfortunately. There are some colours, like yellow, that pose something of a challenge for those looking to remain fashionable whilst sporting their favourite sunny shade. Today, we’re going to explore what colour jewellery to wear with yellow to …
With so much emphasis on finding the perfect engagement ring, wedding bands can sometimes come as an afterthought. With so many gorgeous options out there, however, it’s worth putting in the research to find a wedding band that makes you just as excited! While some people love the idea of a simple yet elegant, plain band, …
