Caring For Your Nose Piercing: 5 Tips For Newbies

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You always wanted a nose piercing. You liked the way they added an element of unique glamour to others' faces, and you wanted to embrace that same look yourself. But now that you have the piercing, you realize you have a few questions — namely, how do you keep such a piercing healthy and clean? The following tips will come in abundantly handy as you adapt to your piercing. 1. Only buy high-quality jewelry.

6 May 2019

Need A Loan For An Engagement Ring? Tips To Help You Get Financed

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The money for an engagement ring may take a while for you to come up with. If you're looking to get engaged and don't wait months until you can save for the perfect ring, you can get a jewelry loan instead. A lot of jewelry stores offer their own financing and can get you your ring faster. You can make payments on the ring with reasonable payments that you can afford.

25 March 2019

Are You Buying A Special Piece Of Jewelry?

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Does your sweetheart have a birthday coming up soon? Maybe you are celebrating a special anniversary. Whatever the occasion, if you are looking for a special piece of jewelry to commemorate the occasion, from looking for antique jewelry to repairing antique jewelry that is already in the family, here are some ideas that might help you to plan the perfect gift. Buying An Antique Piece Of Jewelry - Does the woman in your life love classic jewelry?

9 January 2019

3 Helpful Steps To Take When Purchasing Gold Jewelry

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If you're looking to buy gold jewelry, it's important to not take this transaction lightly. To come out on the winning side, you'll want to take these calculated steps when purchasing any gold jewelry piece.  Research Prices Beforehand  A jewelry seller offering a certain price for a gold piece doesn't make it a fair deal. After all, they're in the business of making money — maximizing their profits as much as they can.

5 October 2018

2 Tips To Wearing Heavy Earrings Comfortably

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There are a lot of really beautiful earrings out there. The problem is that some of them are really big, which means that they can be very heavy. If you are going to wear heavy earrings, then you want to make sure that you are doing what you can to wear them comfortably. All the weight of that earring goes down to a little post in a little hole in your ear, which means it can cause your ear to hurt.

16 July 2018

A Primer For Picking Out A Diamond Engagement Ring

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One of the big purchases a person can make is an engagement ring. It's not a small thing; even though the ring might be delicate and small. The process of selecting a ring and making that final decision and then buying it is something that should not be taken lightly. A diamond engagement ring is a huge investment and it should be considered as such. One of the most important aspects of selecting the diamond ring is to figure out what sort of things you are looking for.

16 October 2017

3 Tips That Can Help You Avoid Purchasing Counterfeit Jewelry

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A serious risk that you can run into when attempting to buy jewelry is buying a counterfeit piece of jewelry, mostly because it can often be a bit difficult for the average person to distinguish a counterfeit piece from the real thing. However, there are a few tips that you can follow that can help you avoid purchasing counterfeit jewelry, such as the three listed below. Consider the Setting One of the first things that you should do when attempting to determine if an item is counterfeit or not is to consider the setting of the gemstone before purchasing the jewelry.

14 February 2017

Not Willing To Carry A Mortgage Payment On Your Finger? What Are Your Budget-Friendly Ring Options?

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If you love the look and heft of diamond engagement rings and wedding bands but hate the thought of tying up a sizable chunk of your net worth in a piece of jewelry, you may be wondering whether you have any middle ground between a ring from a gumball machine or a high-end jewelry store. Fortunately, colored stones have been increasing in popularity for the past few years, providing more choices than ever before when it comes to budget-friendly stones in high-quality settings.

25 October 2016

Wedding Band Selection Tips For The Groom-To-Be

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When it comes to jewelry selection, wedding rings are one of the most significant choices you'll make. With so many options out there, it's tough to narrow down your choices. If you're looking at men's wedding bands, there are many metals, styles and designs to think about. Not only do you want to consider how the ring will look, but you'll also need to think about how the style of the ring fits your lifestyle.

22 August 2016

5 Ways To Wear Native American Jewelry While Being Aware Of Cultural Appropriation

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Cultural appropriation happens when the intellectual property, traditional knowledge, cultural expressions or artifacts are taken from one culture by another culture without permission. In modern America, it is a major concern among many feminist and minority groups, especially with African American music and dance and Native American fashion and jewelry. However, it is possible to purchase and wear Native American jewelry without participating in cultural appropriation. By following these tips you can wear your favorite Native American pieces while practicing cultural appreciation instead of appropriation.

13 July 2016