When you think of a celebrity or socialite sporting sixty thousand dollars worth of diamonds, you likely think of a beautiful necklace or a pair of earrings. Few people think of an iPod, a set of ear buds, a computer, or a cell phone. Today’s high fashion crowd, though, seems to want just that, and in a market that is eager to please, they are able to get just what they want. From LCD televisions to a diamond encrusted computer mouse or a diamond and ruby encrusted laptop, what follows are the amazing embellishments added to today’s hottest technical gadgets. Continue reading »

Everyone has probably heard the song “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend”, as it is one of America’s most beloved songs and the quintessential song about the beauty of diamonds. Without publishing the lyrics word for word, let’s just consider the essence of what the song states.

Apparently, the French Romantics of old (probably a reference to Napoleon, a famous ring-giver himself) were prepared to die for their love. However, the woman in this song prefers a living man who buys expensive jewels. Good point there, as brave dead men really don’t give good gifts. She goes on to express that various romantic gestures (such as a kiss) are limited in value, and that they cannot pay the rental in the end. A diamond ring could theoretically be resold if worse came to worse. This is a smart thinking material girl! Finally, she expresses that all men grow cold while girls grow old. The only thing for sure in life? That a diamond stays beautiful and romantic forever! Continue reading »

While there is a wide array of different precious stones to choose from, women just seem to prefer diamonds when they receive jewelry. Whether the jewelry is to mark a special time in life, such as a marriage, or just to make a fashion statement, diamonds have remained popular throughout the years. Although the left hand has been the most popular place to wear diamond jewelry for many years now, it certainly seems as though the right hand is about to catch up. As more and more women postpone marriage in favor of establishing their careers or traveling, the wait for an engagement ring has certainly lengthened. Continue reading »

We love our pets. Statistics indicate that roughly eighty percent of pet owners consider the animals in their home and on their property as members of their families, and more than sixty percent of them purchase gifts for their pets on a regular basis.

The wide number of luxury and attentive boarding facilities, mobile groomers and gourmet pet food manufacturers shows that we like to treat our “furry family members” just as nicely as we do our human family as well. Continue reading »

Many high-tech gadgets have created a perfect excuse to develop and design a diamond-clad version of the item for the rich and famous to flaunt. Multiple high-end designers are taking cues from modern electronics as inspiration for diamond, sapphire and ruby jewels designed to encase the everyday tools.

Virtually all of the famous designers have jumped in on the designer phone market, launching luxury models much more expensive than those that the average American can afford. Celebrities and wealthy customers continue to wish for and demand gemstone versions of leather and virtually plain gadgets. Continue reading »

Many trends in diamond jewelry begin with America seeing a newly designed piece worn by our favorite celebrities at a special event or award ceremony. Several new pieces seen in Hollywood this year include cuff bracelets, large and dangling earrings, oversized diamond-encrusted pendants, and many colored metals set with multi-colored diamonds and gems.Men are beginning to get a part of the action, too. Diamond-encrusted cufflinks and watches, as well as personalized and engraved wedding rings are worn by actors, producers, comedians and rappers.

Several new designer jewelry lines and styles are also being introduced now and in the near future. Ellie Thompson, a Chicago-based designer, has unveiled her new American Metaphor Collection. Her collection features floral motifs, sterling silver, tricolored gold with sapphires and diamonds, and black silver with diamonds. Continue reading »

Belly rings have been popular for a number of years now and have grown in popularity even more since they have been spotted on numerous celebrities, including Paris Hilton and Britney Spears.

One of the reasons that diamond belly rings have become all the rage lately is because they do have a certain eye-catching look to them. Frequently worn with swimsuits as well as crop tops, diamond belly rings are a great way to show off a toned and tan abdomen. Other celebrities that have been spotted sporting such belly rings include Kelly Clarkson and Jessica Alba as well as Beyonce Knowles. Continue reading »

The year is still in its first quarter, but already the trends to be set for 2009 are clear. Where in recent years extravagant jewelry and platinum encrusted pieces have risen in popularity, recent economic difficulty has turned people back towards a more simple and elegant look. Chunky diamonds and outlandishly large necklaces are no longer the pinnacle of high fashion, and both celebrities and fashionable people are remembering the beauty that comes with a sensible set of accessories. Continue reading »

Most parents hope to impart good and strong values in their children, so it may seem odd to see that many teenagers are the recipients of expensive and high priced items such as diamonds and electronics. Presenting a teenager with a costly object is not necessarily making them materialistic. It can be a good way of teaching them to be responsible for their possessions. Continue reading »

Diamonds have always and continue to be referenced in literature and in popular culture. Hip-hop has brought us “bling” such as diamond-encrusted IPods and even Shakespeare invoked them as metaphors in his writing.Diamonds are possibly one of the best understood metaphorical devices in literature. They can be used to symbolize wealth and accomplishment, beauty and desire and as a way of conveying a subtle beauty that escapes the skills of even the most accomplished writers. Diamonds in the world of literature serve as both motivation for heroes and antagonists and as the central way to convey when great wealth is obtained, lost or on the line. Continue reading »