From being a device for keeping time, watches have grown into fashion statements. You must have noticed watches of different styles, shapes and colors adorning the wrists of trendy women and fashion conscious gentlemen at parties and functions. Made from a variety of metals like gold, silver and titanium, these designer watches have become a means to show off wealth and sense of style. While women prefer smaller watches with thin chains and bands, men go for bigger and heavier ones.
The demand for designer watches is so great. Several manufacturers compete to grab the attention of the people. Watches made from precious metals and adorned with diamonds or other exquisite stones can rouse the envy of the onlooker and pride of the owner.
However, great care should be given while selecting a designed watch. For women, smaller ones are the best suited, while men should go for the bigger ones. You have to always remember that these watches are fashion statements and hence try to buy models which match your color and physique and gel well with your cloths and accessories to avoid a jarring and out of place look.
Please do not go by the looks alone. Check the working condition of the watch. Look for any flaws in design and finish. Being expensive, they can create heartburn when you suddenly find out a flaw after you have brought the otherwise exquisite piece. Always remember to ask for the manufacturer's guarantee. It is also highly advisable that you compare the products and prices of designer watches manufactured by different companies before jumping headlong.
If you are looking for more information then feel free to visit Patek Philippe Watches and Panerai watches.
Jitesh Arora
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Thursday, September 18, 2008
The Beauty of Black Pearls
Pearls have always had their place in the world of fashion. They never go out of style and you can wear them with many different styles of clothing. However, there is one type of pearl that has only recently started to be well known in the world of fashion. That is the black pearl.
Wearing them is a great way to show you have style and to draw attention to your choice of fabulous accessories. Black pearls have a very modern look and that is part of their appeal. They can also be a symbol of wealth as black pearls are rare. Therefore jewelry that is made from them is going to come with a hefty price tag attached.
While shopping for items made from black pearls you will find there are many different shades offered. Some are a light gray and then they range all the way to a dark glossy black. The darker the color of them the more expensive they will be.
Even so, there is definitely a demand out there in society for black pearls Those that come from saltwater are going to hold their value longer. When you buy black pearls that come from freshwater sources they are likely to lose their shine as time goes by. Still, many people buy them because they are affordable. The shape of the pearls seems to be rounder when they come from freshwater sources as well.
Don't be surprised if you start to see more and more jewelry stores offering items made with black pearls This has become a very alluring type of style and one that many people are interested in. For many people who love pearls, it is simply a nice change from their usual white shades of them.
If you haven't taken an interest in black pearls yet you should see what is offered. You will be very impressed by the look of them. You will likely be enticed to make such a purchase for yourself or as a gift as well.
By Patrick Cavanaugh
Wearing them is a great way to show you have style and to draw attention to your choice of fabulous accessories. Black pearls have a very modern look and that is part of their appeal. They can also be a symbol of wealth as black pearls are rare. Therefore jewelry that is made from them is going to come with a hefty price tag attached.
While shopping for items made from black pearls you will find there are many different shades offered. Some are a light gray and then they range all the way to a dark glossy black. The darker the color of them the more expensive they will be.
Even so, there is definitely a demand out there in society for black pearls Those that come from saltwater are going to hold their value longer. When you buy black pearls that come from freshwater sources they are likely to lose their shine as time goes by. Still, many people buy them because they are affordable. The shape of the pearls seems to be rounder when they come from freshwater sources as well.
Don't be surprised if you start to see more and more jewelry stores offering items made with black pearls This has become a very alluring type of style and one that many people are interested in. For many people who love pearls, it is simply a nice change from their usual white shades of them.
If you haven't taken an interest in black pearls yet you should see what is offered. You will be very impressed by the look of them. You will likely be enticed to make such a purchase for yourself or as a gift as well.
By Patrick Cavanaugh
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Pearl Care
Classic white pearls are a must fashion accessory for every woman's wardrobe. They are so versatile that they can be worn for any formal affair to create an elegant look , or worn casually with jeans and a simple blouse. They are complimented nicely with sterling silver or gold, and combine well with an assortment of other gemstones. In nature, you can find pearls in shades of pink, brown or black. And now you can purchase pearls in an assortment of colors and finishes. Metallic finishes are currently very popular. They give pearls a brilliant shine and an iridescent look.
How a Pearl is Formed
A pearl is produced as a mollusk secretes layers of nacre or mother-of-pearl around an irritant. If the irritant is a natural grit or sand that makes it's way into the mollusk, the pearl is a natural pearl and is rare and expensive. If the irritant is placed inside the mollusk by human intervention, it is considered a cultured pearl. Layers of nacre gradually build up over years and form a spherical, oblong, or irregular shaped pearl depending on the original shape of the irritant. The thicker the nacre, the more durable the pearl.
Tips for How to Clean Pearls
Pearls are delicate and brittle no matter how thick the nacre. With proper care they can last between 100-150 years. The best way to clean pearls is: to dust them off and wipe them with a damp cloth. Never clean them with harsh chemicals, including jewelry cleaners, or a sonic cleaner, take off your pearl jewelry when you apply make-up, perfume, or lotion on your hands if they do get dirty, they can be washed with a mild solution of soap and water.
The surface of a pearl can also scratch easily so how you store your pearls is important also. Try not to store them with other jewelry that may damage the surface.
By Mary Ann Testagrossa
How a Pearl is Formed
A pearl is produced as a mollusk secretes layers of nacre or mother-of-pearl around an irritant. If the irritant is a natural grit or sand that makes it's way into the mollusk, the pearl is a natural pearl and is rare and expensive. If the irritant is placed inside the mollusk by human intervention, it is considered a cultured pearl. Layers of nacre gradually build up over years and form a spherical, oblong, or irregular shaped pearl depending on the original shape of the irritant. The thicker the nacre, the more durable the pearl.
Tips for How to Clean Pearls
Pearls are delicate and brittle no matter how thick the nacre. With proper care they can last between 100-150 years. The best way to clean pearls is: to dust them off and wipe them with a damp cloth. Never clean them with harsh chemicals, including jewelry cleaners, or a sonic cleaner, take off your pearl jewelry when you apply make-up, perfume, or lotion on your hands if they do get dirty, they can be washed with a mild solution of soap and water.
The surface of a pearl can also scratch easily so how you store your pearls is important also. Try not to store them with other jewelry that may damage the surface.
By Mary Ann Testagrossa
Monday, September 08, 2008
American Freshwater Pearls
There are American Cultured pearls. Recently, the interest in culturing of pearls has grown worldwide. There are around 300 species of mussels, capable of producing pearls native to the US. Many natural gem quality pearls have been found in America, even before the creation of the US.
The US has a long standing shell fishing tradition. In the late 1800's a German immigrant started a mother of pearl button industry. To supply that industry, American shell fisherman collected mussels from the Mississippi River and its many tributaries.
Mother of pearl buttons became the standard and created a sizeable shell fishery. Natural Pearls, although, not the primary focus became a profitable sideline to the shell collector. Because of the industry affiliated with button manufacturing and the occasional find of a gem quality natural pearl American awareness of pearls grew.
A little known but large business has developed since the 1950's, when Japanese pearl farmers began to use beads, from the American mussel shells, for nucleating their cultured akoya pearls. This was a jumping off point for American freshwater cultured pearl production.
Not known for spherical pearls the freshwater pearl farms in the US. They produce different varieties and variations of mabe' or blister pearls. These begin when a technician glues a half round nucleus to the inside of the shell under the mantle tissue.
These blister pearls are different from the mabe' pearls grown elsewhere. After about 2 years, then the mussels are harvested and cleaned. The shell is cut around the blister, then polished and set in pendants, rings, brooches, and earrings.
Another method of pearl production in the US is the insertion of fancy nucleus. This way fancy shaped pearls are grown. These American freshwater pearls are white or gray, the white ones leaning to a rose tone and the gray ones to bluish. As in a lot of freshwater pearls, not just from the US, orient is a frequent feature. Orient is the highlights or overtones that looks like a rainbow.
By Patrick Cavanaugh
The US has a long standing shell fishing tradition. In the late 1800's a German immigrant started a mother of pearl button industry. To supply that industry, American shell fisherman collected mussels from the Mississippi River and its many tributaries.
Mother of pearl buttons became the standard and created a sizeable shell fishery. Natural Pearls, although, not the primary focus became a profitable sideline to the shell collector. Because of the industry affiliated with button manufacturing and the occasional find of a gem quality natural pearl American awareness of pearls grew.
A little known but large business has developed since the 1950's, when Japanese pearl farmers began to use beads, from the American mussel shells, for nucleating their cultured akoya pearls. This was a jumping off point for American freshwater cultured pearl production.
Not known for spherical pearls the freshwater pearl farms in the US. They produce different varieties and variations of mabe' or blister pearls. These begin when a technician glues a half round nucleus to the inside of the shell under the mantle tissue.
These blister pearls are different from the mabe' pearls grown elsewhere. After about 2 years, then the mussels are harvested and cleaned. The shell is cut around the blister, then polished and set in pendants, rings, brooches, and earrings.
Another method of pearl production in the US is the insertion of fancy nucleus. This way fancy shaped pearls are grown. These American freshwater pearls are white or gray, the white ones leaning to a rose tone and the gray ones to bluish. As in a lot of freshwater pearls, not just from the US, orient is a frequent feature. Orient is the highlights or overtones that looks like a rainbow.
By Patrick Cavanaugh
Monday, September 01, 2008
Freshwater Pearl Jewelry
Freshwater pearl jewelry radiates brilliant aura that enhances the personality of its wearer. Embellished with different colored freshwater cultured pearls, a woman establishes a strong style statement. Reasonably, the popularity of freshwater pearls has reached to different corners of the world, winning the hearts of style aficionados.
Cultured freshwater Pearls: Know them closely: Pearls that are grown in mollusks in the freshwater ponds, lakes and rivers are known as 'freshwater pearls.' These pearls are produced in mussels and grown with techniques developed by man. Both the natural and cultured pearls are quite same in nature and appearance.
Due to their exclusive fishing, original pearls are very rare. That is why, most of pearls sold today are cultured catering to the emerging needs suiting the pocket size of interested buyers.
Colors of Freshwater Pearls: Apart from its affordability, availability of myriad colors makes freshwater pearls really desirable and a must jewel in your jewelry case. The striking colors of beautiful and appealing colors from white, cream, pink, yellow, orange and such attract buyers with its just one look. Additionally, lavender colored pearls are also creating place among pearl lovers with its sophistication. Lovers cannot stop themselves from gifting romantic pink pearls to their partners which symbolizes never-ending love.
Freshwater Pearl Jewelry: setting fashion trends The availability of eye-catching colors and affordable price tag, freshwater pearls are soon becoming an important fashion accessory for all.
World-famous jewelry designers and jewelry companies have incorporated the specialties of freshwater pearls in different designs and styles. Get anything from a simple ring, necklace, bracelet, earring to pendent, a touch of freshwater pearls can make it really special one. Also, the charm of freshwater pearl can be easily mixed with other semi-precious gems that add irresistible beauty into an ordinary looking jewel piece.
Search through a wide collection of freshwater pearl jewelry and get the best among them for getting most attractive look.
Cultured freshwater Pearls: Know them closely: Pearls that are grown in mollusks in the freshwater ponds, lakes and rivers are known as 'freshwater pearls.' These pearls are produced in mussels and grown with techniques developed by man. Both the natural and cultured pearls are quite same in nature and appearance.
Due to their exclusive fishing, original pearls are very rare. That is why, most of pearls sold today are cultured catering to the emerging needs suiting the pocket size of interested buyers.
Colors of Freshwater Pearls: Apart from its affordability, availability of myriad colors makes freshwater pearls really desirable and a must jewel in your jewelry case. The striking colors of beautiful and appealing colors from white, cream, pink, yellow, orange and such attract buyers with its just one look. Additionally, lavender colored pearls are also creating place among pearl lovers with its sophistication. Lovers cannot stop themselves from gifting romantic pink pearls to their partners which symbolizes never-ending love.
Freshwater Pearl Jewelry: setting fashion trends The availability of eye-catching colors and affordable price tag, freshwater pearls are soon becoming an important fashion accessory for all.
World-famous jewelry designers and jewelry companies have incorporated the specialties of freshwater pearls in different designs and styles. Get anything from a simple ring, necklace, bracelet, earring to pendent, a touch of freshwater pearls can make it really special one. Also, the charm of freshwater pearl can be easily mixed with other semi-precious gems that add irresistible beauty into an ordinary looking jewel piece.
Search through a wide collection of freshwater pearl jewelry and get the best among them for getting most attractive look.
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