Blingology

Trick…or Treat? Which is the Real Thing?

Trick…or Treat?

It’s amazing the amount of “bling” I see on rings these days. I see big bold pieces—substantial enough to compete with knuckles. Heck! Some of them look like weapons.

Could it be the real McCoy? Better yet, could it be a good knock-off at a fraction of the cost?

I ‘m sure many people have thousands of dollars to sport the ring (NOT!), but who would want to carry a 5-carat piece on the number 6 train?

Ladies, there’s nothing wrong with flaunting the next best thing. Nothing!

Jewelry manufacturers and designers are hip to the trend and are making AMAZING works of art. The craftsmanship and the amount of detail is nothing less than that invested in the “real thing”.

Take a look at these beauties. Can you tell if these are real? 

Platinum-over-Sterling Emerald-cut Solitaire Ring     

White Russian Cocktail Ring

Trick or Treat?

Have a safe Halloween and keep sparkling!

Chest, Breast, Support the Quest!

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month! And to show support for the quest against breast cancer, Holsted Jewelers has a bunch of adorable pink-ribbon items!

Have you walked in an Avon Walk for Breast Cancer or a Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure? Have you hosted a Pink Envelope Project event? Gotten involved with Living Beyond Breast Cancer? Participated in Brides Against Breast Cancer? Bought Pink Sparkling Wine by Yellowglen during October?

Raise your hand to in support of  National Breast Cancer Awareness Month with this classy, pink and silver Make a Difference Pink Ribbon Charm Bracelet.

And, every little bit helps! That’s the key! Add the Breast Cancer Awareness Locket/Key Ring to your key ring as a daily reminder of your contribution!

New baby? Keep those little toes warm, and yours too, with matching Breast Cancer Awareness Pink Ribbon Socks!

Show your support – On your chest! With this stunning Crystal Ribbon Breast Cancer Awareness Brooch, show support any day of the year!

Getting married? Support the fight against breast cancer while searching for that perfect wedding dress! Check out Brides Against Breast Cancer to find an event near you.

Match the dress with Holsted Jeweler’s bridal jewelry!

More information:

   www.cancer.gov  - Breast Cancer

   National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Mother Nature and Celebrity Inspired!

Continuing with the October 2007 trends, leaf jewelry is absolutely perfect for Fall—AND—tons of celebrities are showing their love for Mother Nature. Holsted Jewelers has more Autumn and Celebrity inspired options to add to your jewelry collection.

In the movie The Break-Up, Jennifer Anniston wore a beautiful leaf pendant around her neck. Love it? Try on Holsted Jeweler’s Genuine Diamond-Accented Leaf Pendant.

Academy Award winner Jennifer Hudson wore diamond leaf earrings on that Oscar-winning evening. Check out Holsted Jeweler’s stunning Diamond-Accent Leaf Trio.

Want a unique, drop-dead-gorgeous ring, perfect for Fall but more dazzling than what the celebrities own? This White Gold and Diamond Laurel Leaf Ring is not only brilliant, but absolutely stunning and incredibly elegant. 

Welcome Fall – Happy October!

The most amazing and best part of fall is the leaves changing colors. After a summer of all gorgeous green, it’s such a special thing to see the first striking splotch of orangey-red hiding in a tree. Over time the splotches multiply and the trees become this painter’s palate of vivid colors.

Simultaneously, fashion begins to change color as well.  The rich vibrant golds, the lustrous copper citrine color, the deep ruby garnet, the deep mysterious smoky topaz, stunning and bold saphire…gorgeous, elegant resonating colors that only look best in the fall. Check out the following warm, brilliant stone colors to add to your fall collection.

One of the newest arrivals is the Pinot Noir Garnet and Diamond Ring.

Another fall favorite is the Smoky Topaz and Champagne Ring.

Also, perfect treat for October is the Gold-over-Sterling Byzantine Bracelet.

We’d love to hear your thoughts and feedback on these items! If you own them and love them, let us know by reviewing on the Holsted Jewelers website or posting a comment on the blog!

The new jewelry editor/blogger will be begin posting this week! Check back soon to meet her!

Keep Sparkling!!