How To Buy Diamond And Sapphire Rings

There are so many diamond and sapphire rings available today. Clear, blue, yellow, pink, black, classic or contemporary? If you do not know what you are looking for you can come unstuck and end up paying over the odds for an inferior ring. This guide will help you spot the best diamond and sapphire rings at the keenest prices. The best place to start is of course the web where you learn all about various styles and grades of diamond and sapphire rings. It is also worth paying a visit to your local jeweller for some face to face advise, where you can ask questions.

The main factors involved in determining the grade of a diamond are carat, clarity, cut and colour. These dynamics are also known as the four C’s and all of them should be taken into account when considering buying a ring. Some experts believe the colour of a diamond is the determining feature. Diamonds are graded on letter scale from D being a truly clear and colourless gem through to Z, which are light yellow in colour. In general the clearer the diamond the higher the value. Clarity of the gem also plays a big part in shaping the beauty and value. Some diamond and sapphire rings have inclusions inside them or on the surface which are crystals or minerals embedded in them often untraceable to the naked eye.

These flaws can detract from the brilliance of the diamond blocking the natural path of the light through the stone. The cut of a diamond is also important. You will want your diamond rings to sparkle and they will only sparkle properly with the right cut. The cut can also make the diamond appear bigger and heavier. The most popular cuts are marquise, oval,pear princess, trillion, heart and emerald. Finally, you must consider the weight of the diamond or the carat. The weight of a diamond is measured in carats. One carat is equal to two hundred milligrams of weight. So naturally the heavier the diamond the more valuable it generally will be.

However you must consider when buying diamond and sapphire rings all four factors as a clear and well-cut gemstone will fetch a higher monetary value than a poor cut one that has a higher carat weight. Sapphires are generally thought to be blue in colour however they can be found in yellow, pink, purple green and orange due to small amount of iron, titanium and chromium found in the mineral known as corundum.

It is a matter of taste but blue, green and pink are best suited for combinations of diamond and sapphire rings. Diamond and sapphire rings make beautiful engagement rings and can cost as little as $300 however you can pay literally thousands for a truly beautiful cut and large cluster diamond and sapphires. Read more...

Makeup Application Techniques For Lips and Eyes

They always say that makeup is an art. Rather than getting discouraged, there is something comforting in that. This means that with the proper instruction anybody can turn a drab look into something fantastic. All it takes is someone to show you what to do.

When you are planning for a big night out, it can be fun to try a new look. However, if you do not know what you are doing, the consequences can seem terrifying. We have all tried it, and later wished we did not. But, if you could have someone show you makeup application tips, would you be more interested in trying something new?

Learn fantastic advice about eyeshadow, eyeliner, lip liner and lip color. So, next time that you think of trying a new look, you will have the knowledge and confidence to apply a beautiful makeup application!

Brows
Next, you will be moving to the eyes. Place a small amount of color in your brows to even out the color of the brow. You may have brows that have thin or uneven spots. Use an eyeshadow powder in your brows to even them out.

Have you ever wondered where your eyebrows should begin and end?

This is where you will apply color to the brows.
Okay, here is a tip to know exactly where your brow should begin and end. To find the starting point for your eyebrows take a straight edge and hold it at the edge of your nose and inside corner of your eye. Where the straight edge meets the brow is where your brow should begin.

On the outside edge hold the straight edge at the corner of your nose and at the outside corner of your eye. This is where you should stop applying the color to create a perfectly shaped eyebrow.

Here is another tip to know where the arch of your eyebrow should be. Hold the straight edge at the corner of your nose and then across the center of your iris. This is where the arch of the eyebrow should begin.

You will want to use a shade of color that is about one to two shades lighter than the color of your hair. Then fill in and shape to make a very natural looking eyebrow.

If you are applying the eyeshadow on someone else, you will want to disinfect the brush each time before you put it back into the powder.

You can disinfect your brush by using alcohol with a special disinfectant.

Make a backward check mark with the brush, starting at the inside corner of the brow and then going backwards in a slight arch. Then fill in the color across the eyebrow. This will give you a small amount of natural color.

After you have applied your color to your brows using eyeshadow as the color or by using an eyebrow pencil, use a brow brush to reshape the brow and to even the color out going in the direction that the brow grows.

Eyeshadows
Use three different shades of eyeshadow colors.

First, you will use a lighter shade of eyeshadow color for your base. It will be applied from your eyelashes up to your brows. This helps to even out the tone of your eyelids and will make the rest of the colors go on very evenly.

The second shade of eyeshadow will be applied to your lower lid. You will apply it from the eyelashes to the crease of your eye, so that it will cover the whole lower eyelid.

The third shade will be the contour color, the darkest shade used that will be applied into the crease and to the corner of your eye.

Use an eyeshadow brush to apply the color all over your lid; this is the base shade.

Start at the center of your eye and work your way up and down applying from the eyelashes to the brow. Make sure the color is applied evenly so that the other colors go on evenly as well.

Make even strokes when applying the base shade. It is better to use longer strokes, as the colors will go on much more evenly than using short choppy strokes and it is gentler to your skin.

Next, apply the medium shade of color to the lower lids. Apply it from your lashes up to the crease in your eyelid. It goes from the center of the eye to the outside corner of the eye from the lashes up to the crease. Look for the natural crease; this is where you will stop applying the medium shade of your color.

The last portion of the eyeshadow is the contour color. It is the darkest shade that you will be using. Use an eye contour brush for the application. The contour brush is angled and has a point on the end. Place the point into the darker eyeshadow color and then apply it into the crease of your eyelids. Start in the center of the crease and work your way back and forth. Make sure to go back and forth several times blending in the crease as you go.

The secret to having a beautiful eye makeup application is the blending. Make sure to blend very, very well.

Start in the center and work your way to the inside corner of the eye two thirds of the way. Then fill in to the outside corner of the eye and along the bottom lashes about a third of the way in and continue blending.

Eyeliner
Next, you will be applying your eyeliner.

Start on the top lid in the center of her eyelid. When applying eyeliner, you want to make sure to use short strokes and then connect them. When using an eyeliner pencil, make sure to sharpen it to a sharp point so that the line looks very fine. You can build on it as much as you want. If you want extra eyeliner, you can add that as you go.

Start in the center of her eyelid and make a short line. Then, go from the inside corner over to the center and then from the outside corner over to the center. You want to make sure you are using short strokes then connect them. You want to look up; ensuring that it is applied evenly all the way across.

If applying on someone else, get them to look up towards the ceiling when applying the eyeliner on the bottom eyelid.

Start from the outside edge and work your way to the in. If a person has very large eyes, they may want to go all the way across. This will close the eye up and make it look smaller.

Usually, you are only going to go about three quarters of the way across (going all the way across will close the eye up and make the eye look smaller). Go about three quarters of the way across from the outside corner and then soften the look of the eyeliner on the bottom. Use a pointed Q-tip to lightly smudge the color so that it looks very even and soft.

Mascara
Next, you will be applying your mascara. When applying your mascara, make sure to take the mascara wand out of the container very slowly and work it out in a circular motion. Do not use a pumping motion. You will introduce air into the mascara and make it dry out very quickly.

If you get bacteria into the mascara, it could cause an eye infection. Be sure to replace your mascara every two to three months.

If applying mascara to someone else, get them to first look about three quarters of the way down when applying the mascara. Apply to the center of their lashes on the top and underneath their lashes. Then, get them to look straight ahead then to one side and then the other side. The changing of the direction of their eyes will allow you to get to the inside and outside lashes.

Start by applying the mascara as close to the base of the lash as you can and then wiggle your mascara wand back and forth to make sure to get in between the lashes. This will make them look fuller and thicker.

Let the mascara dry for a minute. Then go across the bottom lashes.

You can put mascara on the bottom lashes one or two ways; either by wiggling your mascara wand back and forth or you can hold your wand vertically while going across the bottom lashes. Make sure that you have all the lashes covered.

Lip liner
Always apply lip liner before applying your lip color (lip gloss or lipstick).

This will help to hold your color in place and it also helps to give a nice shape to the lips.

Trimming your lip liner to a very sharp point will give your lips a very well defined look.

When applying the lip liner start in the center of the bottom lip, then go from the outside corner to the center of the bottom lip and then the other outside corner into the center.

On the top go from the outside corner up to the peak of your top lip and then from the other outside corner up to the peak. Next, apply to the peak in the center of the top lip.

Filling your lips in with lip liner will help to hold your lipstick or lip gloss on longer.

This will give your lips color if your lipstick or lip gloss starts to fade.

Lip Color
Using a good lip brush will make your color go on very smoothly.

Using a lip brush apply the color directly to your lips.

Start in the center of the bottom lip and work your way out. If using lip stick, blot your lips and reapply.

Use a product that has shimmer in it. Apply it to the center of the bottom lip to give you that wet look that makes your lips pop!!(Tony Edwards from freearticles)



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How To Clean Jewelry

Cleaning your jewelry is important, it is amazing the germs that can form on your rings or necklaces. Many people forget this important aspect of owning a piece of jewelry and cleaning it not only makes it look better and keep its sparkle but it restores it.

If you have a silver piece of jewelry you do not need to spend huge amounts of money on specialist solutions, simply use a soft tooth brush with a mild soap.

Gently brush the item of jewelry to remove any debris, one this is done rinse the item of jewelry under a running tap then use a soft cloth to gently buff the jewelry until a stunning shine appears. Although there are many dips and solutions you can buy that you simply place your silver in the solution and remove, you need to be careful if you do decide to clean your jewelry this way. If you leave your silver in the solution for too long or do not rinse it properly once you have taken it out you may find that a white residue is left with can be unattractive.

Gold jewelry especially rings can form a greasy film making the ring look dull and no longer eye catching, the use of body lotions, creams and you skins oil can add to this build up. If you need to clean a piece of Gold jewelry remove the ring or necklace and mix together som
e mild soap or washing up liquid in a bowl of warm water. Place the gold jewelry into your solution and leave to soak for a few minutes to soften any debris or oil. Remove the jewelry from the water making sure your hands are clean, use a soft brush to gently scrub the item of jewelry until clean. Once you are happy that the jewelry is clean use a soft cloth or a polishing cloth to gently rub over the jewelry, this will restore a beautiful shine.

Platinum jewelry can be cleaned in the same way as gold and silver jewelry however it is important to remember that soaking in solutions such as ammonia can damage the jewelry, harsh chemicals are really best for hard gemstones such as diamonds. You can also have you platinum jewelry cleaned by a professional jeweller.

If you have an item of jewelry that contains a diamond, do not be fooled by the diamonds strength, quite often diamond jewelry has been coated to protect it and harsh cleaning solutions can remove the protective film.

Simply soak your jewelry in soft washing detergent then brush gently with a soft brush, using a hard bristled brush can damage some jewelry. It is important to clean your jewelry as often as you can to maintain its sparkle and to get the most out of your jewelry. Read more...

Tips to Buy Fur Coat

It will be a thrilling experience for those who buy the fur coat, may be for the first time or to purchase the same to add it to their collection of fur coats. The amount spent on the fur coat can be an asset and hence one should choose the correct fur coat while doing the purchase.

Before finalizing the type of fur coat purchase, one has to decide the need for the requirement of the fur coat. Whether the same is needed for the purpose of fashion or looking for a durable quality coat. This only will help the intending purchaser to decide on the correct coat.

Firstly, the fur has to be selected. Once the person decides the necessity for the coat, he can shape out the correct fur that will suit him best. Fur taken from the animals like rabbit, sable, fox and chinchilla are used for the manufacture of the fashion fur coats and furs taken from the animals like coyote and wolf are very durable and are used in the fur coats that are generally used for the protection during cold weather. The mink fur coats perform well in all the directions as the same comes with the fine striped design and also it is semi water proof.

Before purchasing the fur coat, one has to decide about the style of coat that will be more practical. The long and robe like coat will be good for the occasions of formal nature and for the practical purposes like climbing of the mountains this will not be useful and one has to go in for a tight fitting jacket.

The next thing is the price. One should decide about the price range. If the coat selected suits perfectly, then one should not get frightened about the price or else he can look in for a good substitute. To quote an example, if he finds the mink fur coat as an expensive one, he can look in for a beaver of good quality.

If a person do not wish wear the fur taken from some animals, then he should check the animal fur that is used in the coat he has selected. When a person selects a coat that is damaged lightly and can be used, then he can demand the seller for a good discount and some of the shops will offer the same very happily to clear off their stocks. There are sellers who do the sale of duplicate fur coats. It is not that easy to find out the difference between the original and the duplicate fur. In the original fur, the hide can be seen and in the duplicate fur the fabric is seen underneath. When the fur is rubbed with the fingers the original fur will be felt smooth and silky than the duplicate fur which will be rough.




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Choosing the Right Gold Buyer

You’ve decided to sell some old jewelry or gold coins you’ve had forever, and you want to sell to the best gold buyer you can find. Congratulations! We’ve put together some great tips for finding an honest gold buyer who will give you the best possible price for your old jewelry, gold watches and other scrap metal.

1. Don’t sell to a middleman. If a gold buyer doesn’t say that their company is an actual metals refinery, you’re probably talking to a middleman. There’s nothing wrong with a middleman, except that he has to buy your gold for less than it’s really worth in order to turn a profit himself. He will offer you a low figure so that he can then mark it up before reselling the gold to an actual refinery. Many refineries have their own gold buyers, and these will give you the highest price possible because they are being direct from you. You should expect to get approximately 90% of the current value for the gold from a gold buyer for a refinery.

2. Make sure your gold is protected when it is enroute to the gold buyer. Visit a few websites and read the instructions carefully. Some gold buyers will only insure the gold you send in for up the $100; after that, it is your responsibility to ensure it. This isn’t fair to the customer and can cost you a lot if the package is lost in the mail. A really good gold buyer has the resources to insure your gold for its full value. Look for a company that insures packages for up to at least $20,000. They should offer this coverage for free and send you the appropriate packaging to send your gold to them. This will help guarantee a timely delivery and protection for your gold jewelry until it is either purchased by the gold buyer or returned to you.

3. Read the fine print! We can’t stress this enough. Some companies that buy gold aren’t honest or will take advantage of you by putting severe limitations in the fine print. For instance, some companies have a clause that says once you send in the gold, you have to accept whatever price they offer as payment in full for your gold. This gives them the right to buy your gold at a low price because, once you’ve mailed it in, you’ve essentially agreed to accept any offer they make!

A reputable gold buyer doesn’t play this kind of game. Instead, he will provide you with a price by phone before paying you. You will then have the option to accept the price offered, or have your gold jewelry returned to you free of charge. If a company is good at what they do and offering a fair price, they are willing to give you the option.

4. Be certain that the company is operating in accordance with the law. Ask if they are licensed to purchase scrap gold and if they have an AML program to prevent money laundering and other dishonest acts. Also check to see if they are a member of the Better Business Bureau & how many, if any, complaints are against them.

5. Find you how and when the gold buyer will pay you. The best companies can make payment the same day of receiving your gold and confirming the price with you. If a company tells you it will take a few weeks to pay you, something is wrong. Once they have your gold, they should pay as quickly as possible.

How they will pay you is also important. If they say they can only send you a check in the mail, be leery. Most established companies today, including those that buy gold, are willing to use a variety of methods to make payments. Ask if you can be paid by check, money gram, PayPal or even a direct deposit into your checking account. The more options they give you, the better their service will be.

Finally, go with your instincts. Call customer service or email the company with any questions you might have. The more helpful the gold buyer is, the better you’ll do when selling your gold.(By Christopher/freearticle)


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Where and How Gemstones Are Mined

You may be wondering exactly how your jewelry came to be. Well, that is a normal question any jewelry enthusiast would ask. You do question how these gems are placed into metal and you also question exactly where these gems came from.

There are gem stone mines everywhere around the world. The most popular are in Brazil, Canada, Mexico, Uruguay and Africa. There are also mines in Europe and the United States, depending on what kind of gem stone you are looking for.


Amethyst - Amethyst is the most valuable kind of quartz. It is found everywhere around the world. For this very reason, it is one of the most affordable. The quality of amethyst is quite unique, depending on where it was obtained. Amethyst that are found in the United States are larger compared to those found in Africa. However, the latter has higher saturation when it comes to their colors.

Amethysts with the highest saturation are those found in Australia. There are also amethyst found in Brazil that are usually large and have different hues and cuts.

Emerald - Emeralds are mostly found in Mexico. Two main sources are the mines in Guerrero and Vera Cruz. Emeralds found there have a tendency toward lighter shades and are clearer than those found in other countries. The stones have lighter hues and the crystals are phantomed with a transparent interior and a saturated exterior.

Emeralds that are found in Guerrero are saturated dark green. They have a visible termination of their interior color saturation and exterior transparency. The highly saturated emeralds are the most elegant.

Sapphire - The most notable source of Sapphires are those found in Brazil from Minas Gerais, Bahia, Maraba and Rio Grande do Sul. Among those containing the best sapphires are the large pockets that are formed by volcanic material.

The sapphires that are produced here vary in their color saturation ranging from pale up to medium blue. Those that are navy blue are the sapphires that have the highest saturation.

Diamond - Africa is known to be a producer of diamonds, thus the inspiration of the recently released blood diamond. There are diamond deposits in Zambia and Namibia. The diamonds found in Africa can be as large as an egg and are outstandingly clear.

Jade - The United States has various gems. In Maine, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Montana and Colorado, the most popular stone is the Jade. The color is from the medium saturation. It may be smoky or translucent, depending on where it was obtained.

Jade from Maine and North Carolina are usually dark while those found in Montana or Colorado have a green tint.

Now, the next question, how the jewelry is made. Diamonds, emeralds, sapphires, amethysts, and jade are only a handful of precious gemstones out there. Some of them are very valuable because of their rare appearance.

How are these gemstones formed? Well, they are formed underneath the Earth. The process involved varies in each gem stone. The stones react with the minerals, specifically water. This is how they are dissolved. When the solution evaporates and cools down, these minerals are formed.

The water then mixes with the silica-rich rocks like sandstone. This produces the gemstones like amethyst, opals, agates, sapphires, jade and topaz to name a few. When the copper-rich rocks mix with the water, it bears the minerals like turquoise, malachite and azurite.

Emeralds and tourmalines are formed from rain water or the water from cooling bodies like magma that is mixed with the minerals and crystallized in cavities or open cracks. These spaces are filled with minerals which create the hydrothermal deposits needed in the formation of these gem stones.

There are also gemstones that are formed directly from the mantle. They consist of up to 70% of Earths total mass. They are usually made up of magnesium, silicon, iron, oxygen, silicate and aluminum compounds. The upper layer of the Earths mantle has a volume of the olivine which is quite common in the whole procedure.

Whenever you hear the word metamorphic it means the change of form of these rocks. Metamorphic gems are garnet, emerald, ruby, aquamarine, sapphire, onyx and zircon. They are formed over a long period of time because they wait for the rocks to be altered with such pressure and intense heat in order to interact with the other solutions.(Allen Jesson from freearticles)




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8 Great Makeup Tips

By: JR Lang

Makeup is an essential part of most women’s appearance. The cosmetics industry is a multi billion dollar market and for good reason. It is a fact that women have been using makeup throughout history in an effort to improve their appearance and accentuate their features. In fact, before we had MAC makeup, Revlon, Cover Girl and all the others women used to make makeup out of anything they could find including, using juices from berries as rouge and lip color and using egg whites as a home made face powder.

Lucky for us we no longer have to get so innovative and desperate, we have an unlimited selection of products and colors to choose from that can enhance any and all facial features. Once you have selected the perfect makeup, it is time to find the perfect makeup tips to help you professionally apply your new makeup.



8 Tips for Applying Makeup

1. Make sure to wash and moisturize your face before applying any of your makeup. Use a moisturizer that is meant for your skin type. You will want to be sure to put moisturizer on your eyes and lip balm on your lips as well.

2. After you put on your foundation, use a translucent setting power to set it in place.

3.Use a neutral color eye shadow as a base on your entire eyelid.

4. To accent your eyes you will want to choose a mid tone hue. Put this in the corner of your eye in order to add emphasis. This color should not only look good with your skin but it should also look good with your jewelry and clothing as well.

5. Before applying eyeliner to your own eyes, you should practice so that your line will be both clean and straight. Eyeliner should be applied after you put on your eye shadow.

6. In order to create thick lashes you will want to use an eyelash curler. After curling your eyelashes apply two coats of mascara. It is a good idea to use waterproof mascara.

7. Your lips should be outlined with a lip liner. Make sure that you stick with the natural shape of your lips though. The point of using a lip liner is to simply make the natural shape of your lips more visible.

8. Once you have outlined your lips with lip liner you will want to fill them in with a moisturizing lipstick. In order for your lipstick to stay on longer you will want to make sure that it is transfer resistant.

Learn more about applying and using makeup like professional makeup artists with lots of Video Makeup Guides from professional makeup up artists, and MAC senior artists that show step-by-step guides for eyes, skin, cheeks, including, How-To for Smokey Eyes and much more and shop for all the collections, colors and types of MAC makeup and fragrance at very cheap discount prices at Cheap MAC Makeup.
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Ladies Golf Apparel: Play the Game in Style

By: Lesley Lyon

Ladies golf apparel helps the women play the game in style. Ladies golf apparels are getting more flattering and fashionable. Feminine line of golf clothes makes every piece of apparel very detail oriented. The increase in popularity of the game with ladies has helped in expanding the demand for the apparel among women golfers.

Any woman on the golf course would like to have the best look. When the woman is dressed in an appropriate golf wear, she is taken seriously by fellow players and also it makes her look fashionable at the same time helping the lady to play the game better.

Due to the availability of wide range of womens golf apparel, women golfers can get an apparel to suit their style and golfing needs. Online golf stores help the shoppers to pick the right kind of golf outfit from the comfort of their houses. The only draw back is that they cannot be tried on the shopper before purchasing, but many of the online stores allow the golf apparels to send back which do not fit properly and can get of a appropriate size of golf apparel in exchange.

Golf apparel includes shorts, long sleeve golf shirts, visor and sweaters which can be bought to suit the fashion sense and need of a woman golfer. Most of the golf wear are color coordinated and hence it becomes easy to get a good coordinated wardrobe that consists of shorts, skirts, tops and pants. A golf bag is very important as it completes the golf apparel.

The golf bag should be very functional with many compartments and also pleasing to the eye too. Many women golfers are turning towards imprinted golf balls in order make their game a sense of originality. They are imprinting their favorite design or logo on the golf balls.

Tips for selecting the best womens golf apparel:

The first important thing, which is considered while selecting the golf apparel, is the style. A well fit and cut khaki trouser and a polo shirt may be very stylish and comfortable for the woman player.

Some women may wish to have their personal style in mind and may even invest a lot on the golf dress to achieve it. It all depends on the player.

The next important aspect of the gold apparel is its functionality and performance. If the type of wearers body is of over heating very fast, then such people should buy items which are made up of high tech clothing.

Also while playing golf under humid climatic conditions it is good to have breathable layers in the golf apparel in order to keep the moisture at bay.

To complete the overall look of the woman golfer, perfect fitting and stylish golf shoes are very necessary.

The golf shoe should be designed in such a way that it supports the feet and ankles very well. They are available in various colors and styles.

Also golf gloves are needed to protect the hands from perspiration. A visor or hat may be needed to protect the woman golfer from sun. There are many more accessories used like the headbands, wristbands, socks, golf bags, etc which can be chosen according to the style and comfort of the golfer.


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Tips on Buying Perfumes Online

All women love perfume and invest a lot of money in buying the best. But most of them avoid buying perfumes due to the heavy rush in stores and having to face rude salesmen. Thus an excellent option for them is to log on to the Internet and buy perfumes at their leisure.


Thanks to technology, we have great sales and bargains available over the Internet, which have proved to be very reasonable and affordable. These world wide websites have given such a big opportunity to retailers to market their products on the net, which gives them huge sales and profits.

The Internet has even proved to be very cost effective for retailers as they sell their products on the net, without extra costs of shops, man power and so on. All women love perfume and invest a lot of money in buying the best. But most of them avoid buying perfumes due to the heavy rush in stores and having to face rude salesmen.

They despise leaving their homes in the heat, battling heavy traffic and paying a huge sum in parking fees. Thus an excellent option for them is to log on to the Internet and buy perfumes at their leisure. Just by the tap of their fingers they will get the best bargains. The best part about online shopping is the convenience of shopping at any time of the day in the comfort of our homes and offices. However, many find it difficult and risky to shop over the net, as they don’t get to see or inspect what they are purchasing.

Most of us like to preview each item that we buy. For instance while purchasing a fragrance, we like to smell the perfume, spray it on ourselves and inspect it thoroughly. But the Internet does not provide this for us. Thus it is best advised never to buy perfumes online if you don’t know the fragrance. However, there is a solution to the problem. While going to the departmental store for your daily purchases, you could stop by the perfume counter and try out various fragrances and keep a note of the ones you like.

You could then come home and purchase the perfume of your choice online, where you will get the best bargains. Before purchasing your perfume online, make sure that it is an authentic online store. These days there are a lot of duplicate stores available online, waiting to swallow your money or obtain your credit card number, to make unfair use of it. Thus you should be careful of choosing the best and most popular online store.

To make sure that the online store is authentic and legitimate ask you friends and family if they have heard or used the store. If they have had bad experiences, they will warn you. You could also order a page of the website and search for the logo of authenticity. You can also search the consumer forum websites to see if there have been any negative reports on the online store. Many online stores provide the service of Cash on Delivery. Even if they demand higher prices, you should always opt for this service to avoid cases of fraud.
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How to Properly Apply Blush - Contouring Your Face

By Carol Belanger


Properly applying blush as part of your makeup routine can add so much to enhance and accentuate your facial features. For instance, if you have a round face, blush can elongate your face. If you have sunken check bones or cheek bones that are not really prominent, blush can define your check bones and give dimension.

There are several factors to consider when choosing a blush. The first is selecting the right color and the second is selecting the right blush for your skin type.

Blush Color:
When selecting your blush choose a blush shade that is correct for your skin tone. Additionally stay away from blushers that are to bright, too dark or to pale for your skin tone. Below are a few tips to help you choose the right color.

Fair skin tones are best suited to pink, tawny, and beige blushes. Darker skin tones look best in plumbs if they are cooler and auburns or rich bronzes if they are warmer. For olive to yellow skin tones, try blushes in copper, almond, and warm brown shades. Finally, tanned skin often looks best on warm colors like peach, coral, apricot, and orange. Varying the intensity of blush -- bolder colors for darker skin and softer colors for fairer skin-- will help you achieve a natural glow.

Fair skin tones -pink tawny and beige blushes
Warm skin tone - (you skin has a yellowish hue) brown shades
cool skin tones (your skin has a bluish hue) pink, tawny
Dark skin - plum and bronze shades
Sun tanned skin - orange, apricot, peach and coral shades
olive to yellow skin tones - copper, almond and warm brown shades.

In general bolder colors for darker skin and softer colors for fair skin will help you achieve a natural glow.

Blush Type:

Blush comes in a variety of textures such as creams, powders, and gels.

Powder blushers provide a natural looking finish. Generally it is easy to apply, goes on smooth and blends well. Apply with a wide brush after you have applied your foundation or powder. Select a texture that is sheer and can easily build upon. Additionally powder blush is recommended for oily.

Application: A wide good quality quality brush is recommended. To ensure an even application tap the excess blush off the brush before application to the face. A good blush brush will give you a nice application and follow the natural curves of the cheek bone. Smile in the mirror and apply the blush to the fatty part of the check going upward and back, blend as you apply. A good tip is to apply blush where color naturally arises. Use short up-and-down vertical strokes moving toward the top of your ear. Consider a teardrop shape with the thinner part at the top and the wider part pointing toward your nose.

Cream blushes are oil-free. Apply with fingertips to give a more precise and even result. Additionally, cream blushers blend easily and provide a natural result. Cream blushers are appropriate for normal to dry skin types. Furthermore, cream blush is recommended for dry and mature skin as it blends easily.

A proper blush application with the right color can add dimension to your face and accentuate your facial features. A blush can add depth and elongate your face and make it look thinner.

Tip to make a round face look longer and well defined:
Purchase a blush palette which enhances your skin tone. The palette should consist of a dark tone, medium tone and light tone.
Apply the darkest tone just below the check bones; even if not prominent at this time. Do not apply past the corner of the outer eye.
Apply the medium shade and blend well all the way to the hairline.
Finally, highlight the check bones with the lightest shade. You should see that your round face will look naturally thinner and has an apparent glow.

A blush palette will add dimension which can not be achieved with just one ordinary color.


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How to Apply Makeup

bY Jean Feingold

Women use makeup to enhance their natural beauty. Following these instructions will help you will learn how to apply makeup for all occasions. Begin by washing your face. Use a gentle cleanser that does not dry out the skin. Follow up with a moisturizer appropriate for your skin type. Cover your clothing with a towel to protect it while you do your makeup application.

Concealer comes next

Even top models don't have flawless skin. Concealer hides any blemishes or undereye circles. Select a color one shade lighter than your foundation. Using your ring finger, put dots of concealer over any blemishes and undereye circles. Blend it in with the tip of that finger or a makeup sponge. You can use either a liquid concealer or a solid type.

Foundation is the base

A liquid foundation that matches your skin tone exactly is the best choice. Start by putting it on in dots over the middle of your face. Use your fingertips or a makeup sponge to spread it out until it covers your entire face. The foundation will cover the concealer.

To keep the foundation in place, dust on loose or pressed powder in the same color with a brush or powder puff. You can take a compact with pressed powder with you for touchups later.

The eyes have it

There are several steps in how to apply makeup around the eyes. Start with the eyebrows. If they have been plucked excessively, you will need to create a browline using eyebrow pencil or powdered shadow. These products can also fill in any gaps in the natural brows. Eyebrow pencil can look harsh and unnatural unless used carefully. To apply powdered eyebrow shadow, use a hard slanted brush.

Eye shadow should coordinate with your eye color and your skin tones. Use dark eye shadow to line the edge of your upper eyelid, following along above the upper lashes. Medium colored eye shadow is placed above that and up to the crease of the eye. Light eye shadow goes from there to just under the eyebrow. For day wear, use matte colors. Gleaming or sparkling colors are more appropriate for evening.

Wet a cake eyeliner in a darker coordinating color to bring out the eyes more and apply it in a thin line on the bottom edge of the upper eyelid using a brush. If you wish the eyes to appear larger, apply the eyeliner only on the upper eyelid, extending the line about one-half inch beyond the corner of the eye. Women with large eyes or who prefer a more dramatic evening look may also apply eyeliner on the edge of the lower lid below the eyelashes. Make sure the lines are thin to avoid a raccoon appearance. Eyeliner pencil can be used instead of the cake eyeliner.

Mascara is the last step in the eye part of makeup application. Again, select a color based on your skin tone, using dark brown if you are fair and black for darker skin. Navy or plum can be used for evening, but are not really appropriate for work. Dip the applicator into the tube and gently wave it over the upper and lower lashes. Wait a few minutes for it to dry before applying a second coat. This will help avoid clumping. For evening, you may wish to use an eyelash curler to get a more exotic look, but be sure to do this before applying mascara.

Blush adds life

Blush comes in both powder and gel forms. Whichever you choose, apply it sparingly to avoid looking like a clown. Find the apples of your cheeks by smiling and then put the blush either on them or just below, whichever is more flattering to you.

Kissable lips

Pick a lipstick color that goes with both your skin tone and your outfit. Either apply it from the tube or use a lipstick brush as professional makeup artists do. Add lip liner around the edges of the lips after the lipstick has been applied. Make sure the lipliner color is a similar shade to the lipstick, as very dark lipliner with pale lipstick will look silly.

Be safe with your cosmetics

Cosmetics don't last forever. They can become contaminated with bacteria, so to be safe they should be discarded once they get old. This is especially important for mascara which should not be kept longer than one year after it is first used. Avoid risking health problems by not sharing cosmetics with other people.

Now that you know how to apply makeup, why not practice before your next big event? By following these instructions, you'll look great wherever you go.


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Easy Steps in Getting Perfect eyebrows

Is your self-confidence down the drain because of thin eyebrows? Have you been hoping to do something about them? By all means, be aware of this: You can rest and not stop the problem once and for all. There are already simple steps to have the brows you always hoped for. It’s easy for you to attain eyebrow growth and save a lot of money in the end.

The Techniques for Eyebrow Regrowth

Are you excited to teach yourself to grow eyebrows? These are some handy tips for you.

Bear in mind that the mineral sulphur should be added in your food plan. It helps you to burn fats in your body and can be useful to quicken the speed of your metabolism. Indeed, you need it if you’d like to lose some pounds. Nevertheless, sulphur is an important because with it you can start having beautiful eyebrows. Hence, you need sulphur so you can have more beautiful eyebrows.

You can acquire multivitamins that contain it , or you can eat meat or maybe legumes. These foods are abundant of sulphur.

Another popular method of having eyebrows is to use a number of ingredients found at home , items that can make your brows look thick and bold These are extra virgin olive oil, and Vaseline, which you can also use for other things. You’d realize that they are uncomplicated and no hassle to apply.


What you have to do is simply dab smaller portions of them into your thin eyebrows, utilizing a cotton tip. They would be more effective if you’re placing your ingredient of choice before you sleep. You can remove them once you wake up.

These self-made treatments are applied by a lot of people because they allow The brows to develop in a very short time. Once you can have your brows back, they are thicker , and they are easier to pluck.

You should also try to have the vitamins and minerals. You may not be aware or have nothing but doubts on the usefulness of vitamins, but there’s a big possibility that one of those reasons why you possess eyebrows that are thinning is because you lack the essential vitamins that help take care of your body and minerals that sustain the development of the hair strands in your brow.

Aside from sulphur, you can also try looking for vitamins that include as well as enriched with vitamin E, since it is just what is needed for your hair, especially your brows, , as well as anti-oxidants such as vitamin C.

Use a Stimulator

There are also women who make use of the eyebrow hair growth product such as Librow. The eyebrow growth product contains a lot of extracts —vitamins and herbs— which are backed up by studies that reveal them to be extremely efficient for the development of hair in your brows.

And once you have these brows back, they look like not only fuller but would also appear to be very lush and bold. You may also notice that they have become soft to your skin and are very strong.

If none of the strategies given won’t work and fail you in giving eyebrow that you desperately seek, you should see the family physician. The thinning of your eyebrows may be a case of eyebrow hair loss. This can be caused by significant determinants, one of which is heredity. It is very important that you consult with someone who’s expert on the hair if you have a problem on hair loss. You would continue to acquire it until you are able to seek the sure-fire treatment to your medical condition right now.

No More Disguises

You can skip your idea that you are going to assume that your eyebrows are fuller, bolder, and thicker. You won’t have to pretend or to overcast your eyebrows through long front hair. Sooner than you thought, you will already be wearing them proudly. You will find the ways to be just breezy and actually fun. And if these weren’t enough, the methods are affordable.
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How to Clean Your Jewelry

by Vicki

Cleaning your jewelry is important, it is amazing the germs that can form on your rings or necklaces. Many people forget this important aspect of owning a piece of jewelry and cleaning it not only makes it look better and keep its sparkle but it restores it.

If you have a silver piece of jewelry you do not need to spend huge amounts of money on specialist solutions, simply use a soft tooth brush with a mild soap.

Gently brush the item of jewelry to remove any debris, one this is done rinse the item of jewelry under a running tap then use a soft cloth to gently buff the jewelry until a stunning shine appears. Although there are many dips and solutions you can buy that you simply place your silver in the solution and remove, you need to be careful if you do decide to clean your jewelry this way. If you leave your silver in the solution for too long or do not rinse it properly once you have taken it out you may find that a white residue is left with can be unattractive.

Gold jewelry especially rings can form a greasy film making the ring look dull and no longer eye catching, the use of body lotions, creams and you skins oil can add to this build up. If you need to clean a piece of Gold jewelry remove the ring or necklace and mix together som
e mild soap or washing up liquid in a bowl of warm water. Place the gold jewelry into your solution and leave to soak for a few minutes to soften any debris or oil. Remove the jewelry from the water making sure your hands are clean, use a soft brush to gently scrub the item of jewelry until clean. Once you are happy that the jewelry is clean use a soft cloth or a polishing cloth to gently rub over the jewelry, this will restore a beautiful shine.

Platinum jewelry can be cleaned in the same way as gold and silver jewelry however it is important to remember that soaking in solutions such as ammonia can damage the jewelry, harsh chemicals are really best for hard gemstones such as diamonds. You can also have you platinum jewelry cleaned by a professional jeweller. If you have an item of jewelry that contains a diamond, do not be fooled by the diamonds strength, quite often diamond jewelry has been coated to protect it and harsh cleaning solutions can remove the protective film. Simply soak your jewelry in soft washing detergent then brush gently with a soft brush, using a hard bristled brush can damage some jewelry. It is important to clean your jewelry as often as you can to maintain its sparkle and to get the most out of your jewelry. Read more...

What to Look for in a Jewelry Designer

The way we express ourselves is shown through the things we wear on the outside. The clothes we wear and the accessories we use can make powerful statements about who we are. When you pass by a person on the street you instantly make an impression about what that person is like, at least in general. The same thing applies to you, so you need to choose your looks properly.

While clothes are very important to a person, jewelry is also an important factor that can be used to determine another person’s impression about who you are. Because of this you should choose what you wear carefully. There are some jewelry pieces that have a much more important role than just complementing your outfits, but you need to choose the ones that appeal to you most.

Most people prefer products that are the creation of a jewelry designer. The reason for this is because they are crafted with a lot more care and attention to detail than other items, some of them being unique. If you choose the source for your jewelry wisely and you do a little research prior to the purchase, the items you are going to wear can be life changing.

Many people are fascinated with the cultures that have a rich history behind them, either filled with violence, or with great mystery and impressive developments. These cultures have guided their beliefs in tone with certain symbols that were believed to help them throughout their lives.

The symbols I am talking about are believed to have hidden powers. Just as Christians wear a cross around their necks because they believe it will keep them safe, those symbols addressed similar fields of interest or others. David Weitzman is a jewelry designer that has set on a mission to help other people through his jewelry designs and creations.

As a jewelry designer, inspiration comes from nature or surroundings, but David has traveled the world in order to come in contact with many powerful cultures, finding inspiration in their symbols and transposing them into jewelry pieces. Each piece is meant to help people around the world find the right path in their lives and not worry about simple things.

Among the creations of this jewelry designer you will find sacred symbols that do not take into account language or religious barriers. Some of the symbols that can be found in his creations have been found in cultures half way around the world from each other, in ancient times, and with no possible link between them.

Symbols for love, unity, health and for following the right path and doing the right thing in life can be found among the creations of this jewelry designer. Each symbol present in his portfolio is meant to help the person who wears is. Because of this, prior to commercialization, each piece is submitted to a deep meditation process that will imbue it with powers.

If you are interested to find out more information about the journeys of this jewelry designer trying to understand different cultures through their symbols, all you need to do is visit the website ka-gold-jewelry.com. Here you also have access to his wide collection of unique jewelry designs with a detailed description for each piece in order to know what they mean and what their powers are.

There are many things in life we use to express ourselves, but not many of them can help us. The creations of the jewelry designer presented afore can become an important part of your life, helping you make the right choices and staying out of harm’s way.
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The Jean Style That Suit Your Shape

by: Sarah Summers

Jeans and denim trousers will continue to be popular in the
coming seasons. With so many different styles to choose from,
it can get quite confusing to pick the right pair for your body
type. Following are a few guidelines for every shape:

Petite
Look for a low-rise straight or skinny leg. Stay away from
capris, flares and too much embellishment, which cut the length
of your legs. Also avoid higher rises, because they make your
torso look shorter.

Boyish
The trendy low-rise skinny jean or sandblasted denim is made for
your shape. Smaller or lower sitting back pockets create the
illusion of curves. Refrain from wearing looser fits, which
create a more masculine look.

Pear
Go for a slight boot-cut or straight leg to balance a bigger hip
and thigh. Make sure the jeans are snug, but not too tight around
your thigh. A medium to higher-rise is recommended. Larger or
higher sitting back pockets will make a large bum appear smaller.

Apple
In order to create the slimmest look, wear a slim-leg stretch-
denim boot cut or a straight leg. A high rise helps camouflage a
few extra pounds in the midsection. Higher sitting back pockets
will lift your behind.

Plus size
Look for a mid- to high-rise straight-leg in dark denim,
preferably with a little stretch (2% spandex/lycra). Men’s styles
may also fit you well. Avoid tapered legs and bulky front pockets.

Only buy jeans that fit really well; Price and label are less
important. Also keep in mind that denim will stretch. If the fit
is too loose when you buy your jeans, you will notice that it
will get even looser with time.

Denim usually shrinks during the first wash. Should you need to
get the legs altered, have it done after washing and drying, or
you may end up with jeans that are too short.

Last, but not least, this is how you prevent your jeans from
fading too soon: always wash your jeans inside out, add a little
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Fashionable Orthopedic Shoes

By Danielle K. D.

No matter where they are from, people want to look good. Sociologists have blamed this perpetual desire on advertising and skewed cultural values. Yet, certain groups of people seem to be expected to abandon this particular social concern. Those living with disabilities are among those numbers. Perhaps you could argue that these people have more important concerns than their appearance. However, personal appearance has a direct impact on self-esteem and this can be especially important for people with foot problems which often distorts the appearance of their feet. So, why are most orthopedic shoes so unattractive? Because until recently there has not been much of a choice for people who needed corrective footwear.

Children are especially vulnerable to the way their appearance has been affected by their medical problems. They are also more vulnerable to the abuse of peers as children often have less ability to empathize and have less restraint in what they say. Additionally, this is a time in the life of a person when their self-image is being developed. Luckily, the small size of the shoes makes them look less out-of-place than they would on an adult’s feet except for a slightly boxy shape. Many companies have begun to offer fun designs on children’s specialty shoes to make it easier for kids who have to wear them. For children, it is your best bet is to go through a company that specializes in children’s shoes. Most children’s shoe retailers often pay more attention to the special needs of their young customers. Despite the social ramifications, it is generally a good idea to take care of foot problems early so they don’t get worse and the shoes are usually cheaper for children than for adults.

The problem facing women is more straightforward. Usually high heel shoes are worn with professional or dressy outfits but it is common knowledge that one is more given to slips or falls in these and they can create pressure points on the feet. Traditional orthopedic shoes for women usually consist of clogs, slippers, or boxy tennis shoes which blend in with only the most casual of outfits. While it is true that you will not find stilettos or extremely high heels – these are bad for the feet to begin with as well as the back since it shifts your center of gravity – some companies are beginning to offer relatively wide heels and most companies have inserts you can buy to prevent pressure points.

Men experience the unique problem that their vanity is not typically as indulged as it is for women but it can still be difficult to wear the beige or white shoes with Velcro straps that make it look like something is wrong with you. Since men’s shoes naturally cause fewer problems for feet due to fewer unnecessary pressure points and slick soles, there are fewer modifications that must be made.

Though it is important for people to feel good about themselves, the availability of fashionable orthopedic shoes also promises to reduce the impact of foot disorders on the lives of patients. Perhaps the shoe industry can lead other industries into treating people with disabilities with respect and understand the lively spirit that resides in them. Read more...

Handbags - an addition to jewelry

By Chen

Do you know what is liked most by ladies after jewelery in the age of fashion or we can say what is other than jewelery which reflects the status of the individual ? It is hand bag. A handbag is often fashionably-designed, and is used to hold a number of items such as a wallet , keys, makeup, a hairbrush, ladies product, and other several items. Handbags are best liked by women as it has proven their best friend. Women's handbags serve double purpose. One as the keeper of their valued belongings and the second as reflector of their status in the society.

Articles placed in handbags are from a sewing needle to a latest and compulsory cell phone and credit cards. Though the handbags are not worn close to the skin, handbags of different design add feather to your personality. There are so many handbags on offer for you to select from to complement your figure and go with most of your outfits. Having the right handbag that appropriately matches with the style you are sporting is the most important part of your outfit. Whenever you are deciding to grab one of your designer handbags it is important to purchase the correct size that would match your outfits. For instance a large bag is very casual and should only be carried when you are wearing loose top or a skirt to match with whereas small bags with a shoulder strap are great match to a sun dress or jeans with a close-fitting top.

Considering this, the Hand Bag manufacturers have created several different Designer Hand bags.Which are Designer handbags, Hermes handbags, hermes birkin, hermes Kelly, Hermes purse,louis vuitton handbags, louis vuitton purse, Chloe handbags, Chloe purse, chloe Paddington, chloe handbag Silverado, mulberry handbags, mulberry purse, mulberry bag, chanel handbags,chanel purse, Chanel bag, gucci handbags, gucci purse, gucci hobo, Fendi handbags, fendi purse, fendi spy, fendi bag, balenciaga handbags, balenciaga purse, Christian Dior Handbags, Dior Handbag, jimmy choo handbags, jimmy choo purse, prada handbags, Prada purse, kooba handbags, kooba purse, marc jacobs handbags, Yves Saint Laurent handbags, YSL handbags, Miu Miu handbags, miu miu purse.

While purchasing any bag one has to be ensured about the quality of the material used, it may be fabric, leather or hardware since all designer handbags are costlier than normal handbags in the market. Not only the quality of the material but also workmanship plays a vital role for making the product lasting long. Also an important consideration while purchasing a handbag is the colour which also plays a vital role. Availability of different colours handbags allows you to carry handbag that matches the colour of your outfit.

The quality of the handbag in one's possession surely reflects the one's status in the society. Better the quality Higher the status.

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Tips for Buying Big Diamonds on a Small Budget

By: Denny Reinke

Few diamond shoppers can walk into a high-end jewelry store and buy a 5-carat, D color, Internally Flawless diamond with Ideal cut parameters. If you are like most diamond shoppers, you have a limited budget. However, you still want to get the biggest and most beautiful diamond within your budget. You can take some simple steps that will ensure you get the biggest diamond possible.

1) Diamonds have price per carat increases at the most popular carat weights (0.50, 1.00, 1.25, 1.50, 2.00, etc.) because that is what shoppers request when they go into a jewelry store. Your dollars can go further buying a diamond that has a carat weight just under those weights. For example, a diamond that weighs 0.90 carats can be the same millimeter diameter as a diamond weighing 1.00 carat but cost $1000 less.

2) The price of diamonds is very sensitive to color grade, yet most shoppers have a difficult time seeing the difference between some of the color grades. If you buy the lowest color grade that looks beautiful to your eyes, the lower price per carat allows you to buy a bigger diamond with your dollars. The highest color grades (D, E, and F) are categorized as “colorless.” The next color grades (G, H, I, and J) are “near colorless” and the source of beautiful diamonds at much lower prices.

3) A ring with several smaller diamonds is less expensive than a single diamond with the same total carat weight. For example, three 0.50 carat diamonds will cost a fraction of what a single diamond weighing 1.50 carats. The same holds true for a 1.0-carat center stone with 0.25-carat diamonds on each side. If you want a finger full of diamonds with a limited budget, consider several diamonds rather than a solitaire.

4) All diamonds have inclusions; the key is what you can see with your eye. Once a diamond is clean to the eye (VS2 or good SI1 for brilliant cut shapes), higher clarity grades have no impact on the beauty or appearance of a diamond, they only add to the expense. Get the lowest clarity grade you are comfortable with and save a lot of money will no sacrifice in beauty.

5) The shape of the diamond can affect the millimeter size. Of course, you should always get the diamond shape you like best but some shapes do look larger than other shapes. Ovals, marquises and pear shaped diamonds generally look larger than round or square diamonds with the same carat weight.

6) Even diamonds with the same shape and carat weight can be different sizes. The cut of the diamond can influence the millimeter size. Shallower diamonds tend to be bigger in length and width than deeper diamonds. It is similar to two men each weighing 200 pounds, where the smaller waistline probably results in a taller man.

7) The type of setting you select to hold your diamond can influence the diamond’s perceived size as well as affect the dollars you have to spend on the diamond. White gold settings cost about one-third of platinum settings, leaving more money for your diamond. Bezel set diamonds or diamonds with pave around the center stone can make the diamond appear bigger.

8) Perhaps the most important factor in getting the biggest diamond for your dollars is where you purchase. The retail markup on diamonds can range from well under 10% with online retailers to over 200% at high-end jewelry stores. Finding a retailer with very low overhead and low prices will ensure more of your dollars go for your diamond. Why spend your money for polished marble floors, fancy display cabinets, and elaborate store interiors, all things you cannot wear out of the store?

In the end, you want to go with the diamond that excites you and makes you happy every time you wear it. That is the best indicator that you have made the right decision and have the best diamond for you. Read more...