Five “Out-of-the-Box” Wedding Proposal Ideas
Five “Out-of-the-Box” Wedding Proposal IdeasBuying an engagement ring is often less stressful than the act of proposing. During our important role creating each couple’s special ring, we usually ask, “how are you going to present the ring?” In fact, often times, our professional diamond experts end up helping our clients create that very special m
Read Story7 Styles of Mikimoto Necklaces That are Pure Pearl-fection
Forever fashionable, always timeless, and simply elegant: Mikimoto pearl necklaces are purely pearl-fect. Who knows if Kokichi Mikimoto was aware of the incredible impact he would have on the world of jewelry when he created the first cultured pearl in 1893.Pearls have since become appropriate for every occasion, from weddings and celebrations, to
Read StoryWhat is a Watch Winder and Why Do You Need One?
There’s a tricky misconception about automatic watches and it comes from somewhere very basic—their name! You might assume that “automatic” means that any object is programmed to complete its task on its own, or “automatically.” Though there is truth to this when it comes to automatic watches, to truly keep a watch automatically wound, you must be
Read StoryLuxury Thanksgiving Dinnerware for your Fall Tablescape
Awaken your dining room with hearty flavors and warm decorating tones this holiday season. November brings with it the promise of a home full of family and friends. Gear up to greet your loved ones and usher in Thanksgiving with beautiful Fall dinnerware among a luxurious tablescape. With new pieces from designers like Simon Pearce, Baccarat, Heren
Read Story3 Steps to Designing the Perfect Custom Engagement Ring
Your perfect engagement ring... might not exist yet! In your mind’s eye, maybe you can picture it: the diamond, its clarity, color and shape, its setting – how you want it to look on your soon-to-be-fiancé’s hand. That’s why, at Lux Bond & Green, on top of our variety of pre-set engagement rings, we also offer custom designing services. Our trained
Read StoryThe Latest Trends in Bridal Jewelry
There is something about love that equates so well to sparkle! Share that effervescence going on inside of you with stunning, sparkling jewelry on your wedding day. From jaw-dropping diamond engagement rings, to wedding rings made for a love to last a lifetime, to other special day-of bridal jewelry like earrings, necklaces, and bracelets, the jewe
Read StoryLooking for the Perfect Wedding Gift?
Picture the feeling of walking into your best friend’s wedding reception, up to the gift table, and placing your perfectly-wrapped present and hand-written card down gently, knowing that the lucky couple will adore what’s inside. You stride away satisfied, eager for the celebration to begin, and looking forward to making memories.There’s no better
Read StorySimon Pearce – Glassware Designed for Life
Simon Pearce creates glassware that is built on a rich legacy of artisanal tradition. Born in Ireland and raised in London, Simon set out on a devoted path at the young age of 16 to learn the most prestigious methods in pottery and glassmaking, using the finest of materials. After training with glassmakers across Europe and incorporating centuries-
Read StoryMikimoto - Not your grandmothers Pearls
“My dream is to adorn the necks of all women around the world with pearls,”, so stated Kokichi Mikimoto, founder of Mikimoto pearls, which was the originator of cultured pearls in the late 1800’s. Now flash forward to 2016. Most of us have seen pictures or paintings of the Queen of England or another famous person wearing Mikimoto’s signature p
Read StoryNatural vs. Synthetic Diamonds
Real is Rare™ - The Growing Concern around Man-Made DiamondsThe introduction of lab-created, man-made, synthetic, or cultured diamonds of gem quality is becoming a growing concern in the diamond industry. Synthetic diamonds will sometimes be called HPHT or CVD diamonds, which are the two common manufacturing methods used today. There are
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