This past Monday, the annual Met Gala was held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC and as always, the stars brought it with their extraordinary ensembles and over the top jewelry pieces. Sometimes referred to as the “Oscars of the East” due to its star caliber, the Met Gala is a black-tie event held the first Monday of May to benefit the … [Read more...]
Top Three Bridesmaids Gifts in Houston
Top Three Bridesmaids Gifts in Houston Recently I was asked to give my recommendation on some unique bridal gifts for a friend’s bridal party. While helping her sort through many options, I got to thinking about the most popular items we have sold over the past twenty years. While our specialty has always been the engagement ring and wedding … [Read more...]
The History of the Rose Cut Diamond
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text] The History of the Rose Cut Diamond [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text][dt_fancy_image style="1" border="0" lightbox="false" animation="none" align="right" width="275" media="" image_alt="" … [Read more...]
Diamonds By The Yard, The Foot or The Inch – It’s All Good
When I think of Diamond by the Yard, I think of Elsa Peretti and Tiffany & Company, because let’s face it, she made this phenomena famous and Tiffany’s coined the term that made this fabulous strand of diamonds famous and sought after. I love diamonds by the yard, the foot or the inch, as far as I’m concerned, it’s all good. … [Read more...]
The Cross Pendant – A Perfect Addition to an Easter Basket
Easter is just around the corner and as I was sitting here thinking about what I could do for my older kids, since they are really too old to hunt for eggs and don’t really appreciate the traditional basket of goodies anymore, it hit me that a pretty cross on a chain or a cross pendant would be a perfect Easter treat! … [Read more...]
Estate Jewelry – Pennies, Pounds or Dollars
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We get people who come in here with bags full of jewelry that have been left behind by loved ones. Sometimes they have hung on to these pieces for years due to nostalgia and sometimes it was due to forgetfulness or pure laziness. Sometimes people bring things in right away because they have a need that can only … [Read more...]
