It shouldn’t come as any surprise that diamonds are still the most popular stone for engagement rings. From working-class folks to the world’s richest celebrities, diamonds have long been the stone of choice for declaring a couple’s everlasting love. Whether the stone is a tiny chip, a modest princess cut, or a gigantic pink rock, diamonds are a favorite for couples in love.Our fascination with diamonds stretches back to the Middle Ages and even earlier. In those times, diamonds were valued for their magical properties. They were said to ward off evil spirits, prevent insanity, neutralize poison, and even keep the harmony between married couples. Although it would be hundreds of years before diamonds were thought of as beautiful, ancient Romans believed that they were among the most valuable of possessions. Continue reading »
The New York Daily News reported Friday that the rumors are true, Kill Bill star Uma Thurman is engaged to Arpad “Arki” Busson. Thurman’s representative, Stephen Huvane, confirmed to People.com was indeed engaged. The couple also announced the news themselves in an announcement on page 75 of London’s The Times. Continue reading »
American television is known for its star studded award shows. There’s the Academy Awards for recognition of achievement in the film industry, the Grammy Awards for recognition of achievement in the record industry, and there’s also The Golden Globe Awards. The Golden Globe award show is one of the most popular of American award shows. Televised every year, the Golden Globe Awards hands out awards for achievement in motion pictures and television programs.The setting of the Golden Globes is one of the most beautiful and unique. Stars put on their glamorous best and participate in a formal dinner. Awards are presented while the stars dine, giving the ceremony a casual yet elegant atmosphere. Continue reading »
Being presented with a diamond engagement ring is certainly an exciting time. Most newly engaged women can certainly expect that their friends will all want to see their engagement ring and whether they want to admit it or not they know that all of their closest friends will either be comparing the ring to their own or speculating whether they might just get something a little bit bigger when they receive their own engagement ring. Continue reading »
There are many unique features about America and one of them is the presence of football. Although American football, not to be confused with what Americans know as soccer, is catching on in other areas, such as Europe and Japan, football played in America is the most popular football. In addition, American football is one of America’s most popular sports.There is one game that every professional football team wants to win and that’s the Super Bowl. The Super Bowl is the championship game of the National Football League. It is the game that is played on what is known as Super Bowl Sunday. Super Bowl Sunday is a celebration in America. Most Americans watch the game on their TV’s. Continue reading »
Celebrities are well aware that practically every moment of their lives is studied and analyzed. Stepping out of the door bearing a new ring, especially when said ring features diamonds and is worn on a certain finger, is certain to set tongues wagging. That was certainly the case when recently began sporting a new diamond band on her ring finger. Continue reading »
While most celebrities can afford to buy only the best quality diamond jewelry from the world’s top designers, they usually do not purchase any of their jewelry. Why? Because the top jewelry designers lend them some of the most impressive designs to get worldwide exposure at special events and award shows.Two of the most widely watched award shows are the Oscars and Golden Globes. With an average of over 30 million viewers for the Oscars and 15 million for the Golden Globes, lending jewelry to celebrities is one of the most effective marketing campaigns available. Continue reading »
The impressive diamond and gem jewelry collection that belonged to Christina Onassis is to be auctioned off. Christina Onassis was the daughter of famous Greek shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis. The auction will take place through Christie’s in London and is to be held in June. The auction will encompass more than 40 pieces of spectacular diamonds and jewelry from the personal collection of Onassis. The jewelry consists of many vintage pieces and is made by some of the most popular jewelers including Cartier, Chaumet, Harry Winston and Van Cleef & Arpels. Continue reading »
The public has had a long fascination with celebrity diamond engagement rings, and who wouldn’t with engagement rings that hit the $1 million mark. The fascination lies in the true Hollywood love story and engagements that are a dream come true.Here are just a few of the most famous celebrity diamond engagement rings that caused worldwide attention. Continue reading »
Almost everyone has a special piece of diamond jewelry they treasure, regardless of its monetary value. It could be your diamond engagement ring or a pair of diamond earrings that once belonged to your grandmother. You probably can’t imagine parting with them for all the world, unless of course they were valued in the millions. Continue reading »
