As spring come around, it usually brings with it fresh new trends across the board. Jewellery is by no means excluded and the catwalks are filled with strong designs and summery hues to get you ready for spring. Here, we discuss some of the looks which are going to be important this season. The jewelled headband is coming back into fashion this spring. Many are big, sparkly and bold – […]
If we’re going to be technical about it, cubic zirconia is the cubic crystalline form of zirconium dioxide. It’s a synthesised material which is often used in jewellery pieces and can provide a visual likeness to diamonds. Cubic zirconia has been around since 1976 and has become very popular due to its brilliant shine. It is very durable and is almost as hard as diamond on the Mohs scale (diamond […]
If you have an item of jewellery which you want to sell, it’s worth putting in the research. Achieving a higher price than the melt-down value can be tricky, so the more you shop around, the better your knowledge will be. This will give you more options and provide you with the best possible chance of making a good sale. Do some initial research to see whether you can find […]
The brooch has made big comeback this year. It’s undergone a major reinvention and is no longer limited to being viewed as a classic, somewhat old-fashioned jewellery piece. Throughout 2015, the brooch has been given a new lease of life and has been appearing on the catwalks in various different guises. Since their return, brooches are available in a number of different shops and can be bought anywhere, from high […]
Rose gold has been around since the eighteenth century, and it has drifted in and out of fashion since then. Recent times have seen a revival of its popularity, and you can now find rose gold everywhere, from the most exclusive jewellers to fashion accessory shops which stock imitation pieces. If you’re not keen on yellow gold, rose gold is an excellent option to try instead. It gives a much […]
The best way to protect your jewellery from scratches is to simply be smart about it. Don’t wear your fine jewellery when doing activities that could potentially damage or scratch the surface by accidentally knocking it into something. Keep your jewelry in lined jewellery boxes and be aware of which gemstones should never be kept together. (ie: diamonds are the hardest substance and can easily scratch any other gemstone. Diamond […]