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Why Pre-Owned Luxury Watches Are Having a Moment
The Watch You’ve Always Wanted May Already Exist There’s something undeniably satisfying about wearing a beautiful watch. Perhaps it’s the craftsmanship. The weight of it
Chokers are Back! The Jewelry Trend That’s Turning Heads Again
If the word choker instantly transports you back to the 90s, you’re not alone. But before you picture stretchy black tattoo necklaces and butterfly clips, let’s talk
Spring Cleaning for Your Jewelry Box
Refresh, Restore, and Reawaken Your Collection There’s something about spring which invites renewal. We open the windows, clear the clutter, and make space for what
Why Fine Jewelry Is the Love Language Which Never Fades
Jewelry is such an emotional purchase…an investment in a relationship. This is why I love this business so much…the business of helping my clients bring
Matching Jewelry for Couples: A Modern Love Story in Gold & Gems
Not Your Parents’ Matching Outfits Once upon a time, “matching as a couple” meant identical tracksuits, cheesy vacation T-shirts, or his-and-hers mugs that lived quietly
Trending: Jewelry Trunk Show Events
A Unique Opportunity to Discover New Jewelry Designers What’s a really fun and unique way to view the collection of a creative jewelry designer? It’s
Gold & Silver is Wealth: A Long View in an Uncertain Time
Let’s talk honestly for a moment on a subject close to my heart. I have been urging my clients, family and friends for years to take a good hard look
Bigger Isn’t Always Better: What Really Matters in Diamonds & Gemstones
When people begin shopping for a diamond or gemstone, size often gets top billing. How many carats?How large will it look?Can I go bigger? It
“Perfect” Can Be Overrated
There’s a funny thing that happens when people begin shopping for gemstones. They often assume the goal is perfection. No inclusions.No marks.No quirks. No evidence
Kat’s Wisdom Corner: How I Stay Healthy and Fit While Traveling
If you know me well, you understand how important my commitment to living a healthy, active & fit lifestyle is to me! My daily schedule
Your Gemstone Probably Has a Past
If gemstones could talk, most of them would have better stories than we do. That emerald on your finger? It may have crossed oceans, survived
Gem Gossip: The Sparkly Secrets Everyone Wants to Know
Jewelry Has Secrets And no, I’m not talking about the mysterious disappearance of one earring from every pair you’ve ever loved. I’m talking about the
How to Cool Off With a Little Ice This Summer
Because Air-Conditioning Is Practical, but Diamonds Are More It’s truly been a hot summer, and now that August has arrived, we need to find ways
Beyond Gold: How Lab-Grown Diamonds and Alternative Metals Are Reshaping the Jewelry Industry
The jewelry industry is experiencing one of its most exciting transformations in decades. Not long ago, consumers had limited choices when it came to fine
Kat’s Wisdom Corner: How’s your Spiritual Wellness?
Lately, I have been asking myself an important question: How is my spiritual wellness? It’s easy for me to check on the visible parts of my
Kat’s Wisdom Corner: Your Gift of Time & Treasure
“For it is in giving that we receive” Francis of Assisi I have lived by this mantra my entire life. The act of Giving can be your
Kat’s Wisdom Corner: Get Your Move On
Investing in your Physical, Mental & Spiritual Wellbeing Summer has always felt like an invitation to move. The longer days, the warmth of the sun
Stories of Intrigue: Inclusions, The Secrets Trapped in Diamonds
“Hidden within the carbon lattice that delivers the brilliance of a diamond’s sparkle lie insights into the history of our planet.” “Diamonds are both dazzling
Stories Of Intrigue: The Jacob Diamond
The Priceless Diamond Hidden in a Shoe This is such a fascinating and intriguing story of a large and rare diamond and its unusual history
Stories of Intrigue: Inside the Extraordinary Lives of 5 Legendary Jewelry Collectors
“Discover the eccentric stories of history’s most flamboyant jewelry collectors and their stunning diamonds.” “It’s not surprising that some of the most renowned jewelry collectors
Stories of Intrigue: How The Diamond Industry is Working to Protect the Honey Bee
“When most people think of diamonds, they picture red carpets, glimmering jewels, and moments of romance. But behind every stone lies a story far more profound
Stories of Intrigue: Diamond Colors Decoded
The Science of Colored Diamonds Colored diamonds are beautiful, intriguing and oh so rare! “What are colored diamonds? Diamond colors can span the entire rainbow.
Stories of Intrigue: The Discovery of a Rare Diamond
The Discovery of a Rare Diamond…Both Colorless and Pink!! “A breathtaking 37.41-carat diamond split between pink and colorless zones has emerged from Botswana, a discovery