- What bride doesn’t want to look stunning on their most memorable day? Finding the perfect bridal jewelry and knowing how to wear it properly on your wedding day will make you and your jewels – flawless!
- There are many reasons why your loved one loves YOU! One of those reasons could be that you’re different – in a good way, of course. Show your sweetheart that you care by going the extra mile and opting for designer jewellery rather than walking into a store and picking one out from the display case because it’s the little things that matter!
- Let’s face it – engagement rings are all about the woman which could mean a very stressful time for the groom-to-be. By knowing what you’re getting into ahead of time (we’re only talking about the ring…), it might be helpful to know exactly what it is you’re looking for before rushing out and putting that big dent in your bank account.
- Believe it or not, diamonds are not just a girl’s best friend – they’re pretty good friends with men too! Men who know how to wear their diamond jewellery fashionably can sport their rock just as well as women do.
- For those who enjoy authenticity and an artistic twist, picking handcrafted jewellery instead of the usual design, is a sure way to draw great attention to you!
- Bridal jewellery has a more sentimental value to it than most other pieces of jewellery. Since it will probably only be worn once and then kept as a keepsake, make sure you’re picking the best value as well as the best quality.
- Most women want their engagement ring to stand out and look different from every other run-of-the-mill engagement ring. Having designer rings made especially for you will guarantee you your chance to shine.
- Buying an engagement ring online is becoming more and more popular. Like everything else, it’s easy and you don’t have to get up from your chair to do it. However, it’s a HUGE gamble to take involving an awfully large amount of money. Your best bet may be to choose your diamond or fine jewel in person to ensure you get exactly what you’re paying for.
- Learn what it takes to design and create custom jewelery because once you know how, you will not want to go for anything less to dazzle and impress!
- Unique jewelry is fantastic because you get to have a hand in designing your own one-of-a-kind jewelry! It’s easy to get carried away when picking jewels and metals (it can get rather expensive) so before turning over your ring design over your jewellery designer, make sure you’ve allocated beforehand for changes and additions to your budget.
- Once you’re married, you’ll be planning to wear your wedding rings for the rest of your life. Look around to get to know what type of metal and design appeals to you while remaining within your budget.
- Understanding the important qualities of your diamond will make you appreciate your diamond rings all the more!
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This is a picture of mining giant Rio Tinto’s one-of-a-kind Argyle pink diamond tiara, which added some sparkle to the Masterpieces London Fair, a unique event that showcased fine art, wine, jewellery and cars in June.
Have a look at the picture below and I am sure you will be amazed at the amount of pink diamonds used in this magnificent tiara. The symmetry on this is superb, the craftsman really got down into the detail here as you can see from all the “waves” and they way they all have the same motion and direction on either side of the centre. They really did an excellentr job of this piece of jewellery
Argyle Pink Diamond Tiara
Can you imagine wearing this on your wedding day!, what a statement it would make for your special wedding…
If you follow the link to the Pink Diamond Tiara, you will be able to find the full story on how our Pink Diamonds are wowing the world!
I have mentioned it in a few earlier posts, the Argyle diamond mine is now beginning to halt the production of it world famous pink diamonds. There is a finite amount of pink diamonds in the mine and they know they will run out in 2018. The price of rare pink diamonds has begun to increase steadily due to this fact, along with the fact that there has been NO significant find for quite some time…
The Argyle diamond mine produces 95% of the worlds pink diamonds, and the other mines in India and Brazil do not produce the colour with anywhere near the same sort of intensity of colour…
Hopefully there will be another find of these most magnificent diamonds.
Sam Kritsotakis
Eskae Jeweller – Your Private Jeweller
Here is a great video for you that will demonstrate to you easily – how you can clean your diamond set, gemstone set or plain gold jewellery at home!
I take you through the steps of how you can get a semi professional clean right in the comfort of your own home. Your jewellery will not be polished, but the best advantage of this technique is that all of the grime and layered on dirt will be removed. What this means for you is that the “stuff” that is caked onto your precious diamonds and gens actually gets in the way of light coming through and into the diamond or gemstone. So when this layer of grime is removed, we open the diamond or gemstone up to the full amount of light again, which will significantly enhance the sparkle and brightness of the jewellery you are wearing.
This is best done a little while before you go out to that special party, or event, it will only take you a couple of minutes to do so it really is quick and easy!
Please note CAREFULLY the instructions contained within the video as they must be adhered to for the best result.
Sam Kritsotakis
Eskae Jeweller – Your Private Jeweller
Designing your own Engagement Ring
A marriage proposal is one of the most important and personal events of a lifetime. A very special engagement ring will reflect the significance of this event. When you become engaged, you and your partner can create a lasting symbol of your unique love for each other with a custom engagement ring design. With the help of an experienced jeweller, the process of designing a custom engagement ring will bring you and your loved one closer and help you create a ring that both of you will treasure forever.
The Design Process
Once you’ve decided to create an engagement ring that will reflect you and your partner’s personalities and taste, the next step is to consult a jeweller who specializes in custom engagement ring design. An experienced jeweller has the technical expertise required to guide you through the design process. Your jeweller will explain the process to you in simple terms and make sure you have input at every step. You will gain an understanding and appreciation of how much is involved in custom designing and creation of your engagement ring.
Your jeweller will help you make a series of important design decisions related to ring design, including:
- Diamonds – Which one is Right for you? – Your jeweller will help run you through what makes a diamond sparkle with “Fire and Brilliance” and how the different characteristics affect the value of the diamond. Diamonds are a traditional choice for engagement rings, but a truly unique design can be created using other types of stones. Emeralds, rubies and pearls can be striking alternatives to diamonds.
- The Size and Shape of the Diamond or Gemstone – Once the type of stone is chosen, your jeweller can recommend suitable sizes and shapes. When recommending a diamond or gemstone, your jeweller will take into account your personalities, what you want to communicate through your engagement ring and a host of other considerations.
- The Style of the Setting – The design details of the setting will have a major impact on the overall style and look of the ring. The setting can be traditional, with a clean and crisp look that will allow your diamond or gemstone to sparkle with its own “fire and brilliance” or it may be embellished with side stones, engraving or filigrees, adding more detail and intrigue to the design.
- Platinum or Gold? – Which one is Best for your Setting? – The setting design, the diamond and gemstones used and the ring budget will determine the best metal for the engagement ring.
After you have expressed your design preferences, your jeweller will create a custom design for your approval. Many couples have seen another ring that they want to copy, or they may want to combine 2 or 3 design elements from other rings. If this is the case with your ring design, feel free to bring in drawings or photos to give your jeweller an idea of what you have in mind. A talented jeweller will incorporate these suggestions into a single cohesive ring design, adding any details that may be needed to complete the design and convey what you would like to have represented in your ring.
The Surprise Engagement Ring
A marriage proposal and engagement ring are often planned as a surprise. In this case, the design decisions will be made solely by the man. His fiancée’s lifestyle, looks, body size and shape, personality and taste in jewellery should be taken into account when designing a custom engagement ring. Family members or close friends can be a great help in creating a design that will be cherished for a lifetime.
Wedding Band Considerations
The design for your wedding bands should be considered when designing your engagement ring, especially if a bridal set consisting of the two rings is desired. Using similar stones, metals and design motifs is the best way to tie together the engagement and wedding rings.
Generally speaking, if you use a similar design in both engagement ring and wedding bands, you will gain the benefit of having them look they were designed together at the same time. When the engagement and wedding ring are worn together they will truly look like a matched set and not two unmatched rings that were bought at different times and places and thrown together.
Custom Engagement Ring Budget
You and your partner need to be aware that a custom designed engagement ring may cost a bit more than purchasing a mass market existing design due to the exclusivity of having an engagement ring designed specifically for you. It’s important to establish a budget and to work with your jeweller to stick with your budget. Your jeweller will be prepared to offer many suggestions on how to stick with your budget. Be prepared to listen to your jeweller’s suggestions and work with the options that are presented to you.
Sam Kritsotakis
Eskae Jeweller -Your Private Jeweller
Rumor has it diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but have they always held such status in the eye of the beholder? While it’s true the durability, beauty, rarity and strength of the diamond make it appealing, it also stands as the ultimate symbol of love passion, elegance and glamour.
For centuries, only the wealthiest were able to own diamonds, increasing their status symbol among the rich. In today’s society, diamonds are much more accessible, broadening their appeal for the masses. Even today, however diamonds have saturated the global market, they are viewed as status symbols; the cut and quality of the diamond demonstrating investment made.
This widespread appeal was sparked by the innovative marketing strategy launched by De Beers in the 1930s. This campaign elevated the diamond from the focal point on engagement and wedding rings to the gem of status among those in the public eye. This campaign included the presentation of diamonds to Hollywood starlets, photo shoots and movie productions, asking that the jewels be included in photo opportunities, cover layouts and movie scenes.
In 1947, the same company launched the “A Diamond is Forever” campaign that is still well and alive today, demonstrating the eternal status of love and social placement the diamond represents. While these marketing campaigns launched a whole new home for diamonds among jewelry lovers everywhere – married or not – they also unwittingly created another social platform for establishing status for years to come.
In today’s materialistic society, the classes are not as clearly defined as they once were in previous generations. When De Beers launched their first campaign, cars were not owned by nearly every citizen in an urban area; clothing was not piling up at second hand stores; and flat screen televisions weren’t even a figment of anyone’s imagination.
Today, the possessions of the middle class easily emulate those of the rich, making it more difficult to clearly identify social status. When diamonds enter the picture, however, they are able to take the similarities and separate the two. Diamonds remain today one of the most distinguishable status symbols available, found in mother-baby diamond tennis bracelet sets, 4 carat emerald cut right-hand rings and even the man’s diamond stud earrings.
Each of these items can be considered a symbol of the individual’s status in society, business and life. Many will view their diamond purchase and ownership as a demonstration of success, proof they have arrived into a status that most only dream of and never achieve. Diamonds represent a brilliant beauty that can have no bounds when money is no object.
No matter what the intention is for the purchase of the diamond, the selection of shape, cut and colour depends greatly upon the status it is meant to project. Diamonds truly are a girl’s best friend and a status symbol of love, wealth and happiness. The beauty is that the wearer of the piece gets to decide just what he or she wishing to communicate.
Sam Kritsotakis
Eskae Jeweller – Your Private Jeweller
Add Drama to Your Marriage Proposal with a Custom-Crafted Engagement Ring
Your marriage proposal. It’s a time to be creative… to be memorable… to be surprising. What better way to make it a truly dramatic moment than with a custom-crafted engagement ring?
A custom-crafted diamond ring adds a “wow” factor when you pop the question. It tells your soon-to-be fiancé that you took the moment seriously, which is something every woman appreciates.
Certainly, there are mass-produced engagement rings on the market that you could purchase. But can you honestly say they reflect your relationship with the person you want to be with forever? In other words, is your romance generic? Is it ordinary? Of course it’s not! You and your loved one have a very special bond that needs to be echoed by the engagement ring you choose.
Imagine the moment when you ask your significant other to be your wife and she sees one of the most unique diamond engagement rings she could ever imagine. Doesn’t she deserve to experience that kind of once-in-a-lifetime excitement thanks to your thoughtful preparation?
If you’re not absolutely convinced that a custom made engagement ring needs to be a significant part of your marriage proposal, take these facts into consideration:
1. Engagement Rings That are Personalized Can Tell the Story of Your Relationship
Never underestimate the ability of a fine jeweller to craft a diamond engagement ring that tells the tale of your love with your future betrothed. Many custom-crafted diamond engagement rings’ elements (e.g., type of gold, style of setting, cut of diamond) are carefully considered based on the relationship between the affianced. This makes them a daily symbol and reminder of a matchless love.
2. Unique Diamond Engagement Rings Are More Valued Than Their Mass-Produced Counterparts
When you commission an award-winning jeweller to create an engagement ring, you’re sending a very specific message to your loved one. And she’s going to reciprocate by treating her one-of-a-kind custom made engagement ring in a manner befitting such an extraordinary item. (This isn’t to say that she’d dislike a mass-produced engagement ring; however, wouldn’t you treat a customized item with more care than one you could easily replace?)
3. A Custom-Crafted Engagement Ring Is a Long-Term Investment, Not a “Throw Away” Expenditure
When you make the decision to choose an engagement ring that’s been painstakingly crafted by a fine jeweller, you are making a wise fiscal investment, not simply spending your money. Your future spouse’s unique diamond engagement ring will appreciate in value over the years and will most likely be handed down for centuries. This means your purchase will become a lasting financial asset for generations.
Turn your marriage proposal from good to phenomenal with a custom crafted engagement ring. You’ll never regret your decision to make your proposal spectacular!
I was doing some research on coloured gemstones for a client who wanted to use something different in her engagement ring. She was moving away from the traditional diamond set engagement ring and more towards having a coloured gemstone to go in the centre of her ring, we had gone through her birthstone – which was Aquamarine by the way.
But she wasn’t drawn to that idea.
So we started to talk about what different celebrities were wearing and so on, thinking that we might be able to spark some inspiration for her by using a real life example. I haven’t gotten back to her yet, but what I have found is a short list of the most famous coloured gemstones that have been mined worldwide. I have put a link on the page to make it easy for you, but without giving too much away be prepared to see some mega gemstones here!
http://www.jewelinfo4u.com/World_Famous_Gemstones.aspx
They have pictures of huge carat weight gems, just take the first one for example, have you ever seen a 1759 carat emerald crystal before???
I didn’t think so…
Have some fun with this and let yourself be blown away at what the natural world is capable of creating… When I see things like this it reminds me about how fantastic a place we live in, just look at those perfectly formed crystals right out of the ground!
Sam Kritsotakis
Eskae Jeweller – Your Private Jeweller
What to Do with an Unexpected… and Outdated… Hand-Me-Down Diamond ring
It’s touching and meaningful when a relative presents you with a diamond ring that’s been in your family for years. But what do you do when the diamond ring is… well… let’s just say “outdated”?
At this point, you have a few options:
a) You can pretend that you love the diamond ring and wear it only when you know you’ll be seeing the person who gave it to you.
b) You can pretend you love the diamond ring and put it into your jewellery box, never to have it see sunlight again.
c) You can tell the person that you appreciate the gesture but would rather not have the diamond ring.
d) You can be creative and use the basic elements of the diamond ring to craft an entirely new diamond ring that’s completely yours!
Obviously, I don’t recommend (a), (b) or (c). If you choose (a) or (b), you’ll be wasting a perfectly good diamond! And if you choose (c), you’ll probably hurt someone’s feelings (never a smart idea!) That leaves you with option (d), which I feel is the ideal way to have the best of all worlds.
A diamond ring that’s in an outdated setting is nothing new to expert jewellers nor is it something that cannot be fixed. Truly, we see this kind of “problem” on a somewhat regular basis. Many women (and men) come to us specifically to turn what is old into something modern, fresh and wearable.
There’s no one way to create a new piece of jewellery from your heirloom diamond ring, which is why I always include an in-depth consultation with individuals who want to revitalise a drab diamond ring.
Sometimes, they simply want to add some other gemstones to increase the value of the ring; other times, they want to remove elements of the ring to show off a precious diamond. Occasionally, clients even want a large diamond ring to be disassembled, the diamond to be cut into several smaller diamonds, and the ring to be reassembled in a contemporary fashion.
Don’t allow a beautiful diamond ring to languish in a box! If you’ve been named the recipient of a piece of jewellery that could use a professional “makeover”, consider it an honor, even if the piece of jewellery is garish, out-of-date or simply not your style. Turn that “ugly duckling” into a beautiful swan that can be worn with pride!
To find out more about just how we can turn the “ugly duckling” into a beautiful swan click on the link to our designer jewellery page and get in touch with me from there.
Sam Kritsotakis
Eskae Jeweller – Your Private Jeweller
Designing your own Engagement Ring
A marriage proposal is one of the most important and personal events of a lifetime. A very special engagement ring will reflect the significance of this event. When you become engaged, you and your partner can create a lasting symbol of your unique love for each other with a custom engagement ring design. With the help of an experienced jeweller, the process of designing a custom engagement ring will bring you and your loved one closer and help you create a ring that both of you will treasure forever.
The Design Process
Once you’ve decided to create an engagement ring that will reflect you and your partner’s personalities and taste, the next step is to consult a jeweller who specializes in custom engagement ring design. An experienced jeweller has the technical expertise required to guide you through the design process. Your jeweller will explain the process to you in simple terms and make sure you have input at every step. You will gain an understanding and appreciation of how much is involved in custom designing an engagement ring.
Your jeweller will help you make a series of important design decisions related to ring design, including:
- The type of stone – Diamonds are a traditional choice for engagement rings, but a truly unique design can be created using other types of stones. Emeralds, rubies and pearls can be striking alternatives to diamonds.
- The size and shape of the diamond or gemstone – Once the type of stone is chosen, your jeweller can recommend suitable sizes and shapes. When recommending a diamond or gemstone, your jeweller will take into account your personalities, what you want to communicate through your engagement ring and a host of other considerations.
- The style of the setting – The design details of the setting will have a major impact on the overall style and look of the ring. The setting can be traditional, with a clean and crisp look that will allow your diamond or gemstone to sparkle with its own “fire and brilliance” or it may be embellished with side stones, engraving or filigrees, adding more detail and intrigue to the design.
- The metal used for the setting – The setting design, the diamond and gemstones used and the ring budget will determine the best metal for the engagement ring.
After you have expressed your design preferences, your jeweller will create a custom design for your approval. Many couples have seen another ring that they want to copy, or they may want to combine 2 or 3 design elements from other rings. If this is the case with your ring design, feel free to bring in drawings or photos to give your jeweller an idea of what you have in mind. A talented jeweller will incorporate these suggestions into a single cohesive ring design, adding any details that may be needed to complete the design and convey what you would like to have represented in your ring.
The Surprise Engagement Ring
A marriage proposal and engagement ring are often planned as a surprise. In this case, the design decisions will be made solely by the man. His fiancée’s lifestyle, looks, body size and shape, personality and taste in jewellery should be taken into account when designing a custom engagement ring. Family members or close friends can be a great help in creating a design that will be cherished for a lifetime.
Wedding Band Considerations
The design for your wedding bands should be considered when designing your engagement ring, especially if a bridal set consisting of the two rings is desired. Using similar stones, metals and design motifs is the best way to tie together the engagement and wedding rings.
Generally speaking, if you use a similar design in both engagement ring and wedding bands, you will gain the benefit of having them look they were designed together at the same time. When the engagement and wedding ring are worn together they will truly look like a matched set and not two unmatched rings that were bought at different times and places and thrown together.
Custom Engagement Ring Budget
You and your partner need to be aware that a custom designed ring may cost a bit more than purchasing a mass market existing design due to the exclusivity of having an engagement ring designed specifically for you. It’s important to establish a budget and to work with your jeweller to stick with your budget. Your jeweller will be prepared to offer many suggestions on how to stick with your budget. Be prepared to listen to your jeweller’s suggestions and work with the options that are presented to you.
If you would like some further information on how we can design and hand craft for you a custom engagement ring click on the link and my website will give you more information.
Sam Kritsotakis
Eskae Jeweller – Your Private Jeweller