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The love and affection you feel for your partner might often be hard to express. All too often, words end up sounding hollow and do not properly convey the depth of feeling you have. Meanwhile, many of the items available for you to buy as gifts to hand over to your other half can seem tacky. For example, chocolates and perfume, while nice enough, can be clichéd and lack the impact you are seeking.
However, there is another type of item that you might want to consider that is perfect as a means of showing how strongly you feel about your loved one and that is diamonds. These gems have set the imaginations and passions of people on fire since they were first discovered and interest among individuals for the precious stones continues to rise.
There is a certain purity and class about their appearance that sets them apart from all other items, including different gems. Their ability to reflect the light so brilliantly means they stand out and draw people’s attention, but in a subtle way.
One of the reasons why these offerings represent the ultimate statement of love and commitment is the fact that they are timeless in appeal and elegance. They never go out of favour among consumers. This makes them the perfect symbol of enduring affection. Also, their physical properties emphasise this point. Diamond is one of the hardest substances known to man, meaning it is fantastic when it comes to standing the test of time.
Luckily, it is now easier than ever before to get your hands on items containing these precious stones. This is great as it means you stand a good chance of finding products that meet all your requirements in terms of price, style and so on. For example, whether you are after diamond earrings, rings, necklaces, pendants or bracelets, we should have the perfect product for you.
There is nothing more romantic than handing these offerings over to your other half. She may be overwhelmed by the gesture and she will be left in no doubt of how you feel about her. After all, as the old saying goes, diamonds are a girl’s best friend.
Meanwhile, to ensure that the item you choose has the maximum impact, it can pay off to put some time and thought into how you will present it. For example, you might opt to place it on a breakfast tray in its presentation box along with some gorgeous red roses when you treat your partner to breakfast in bed. Alternatively, you might prefer to give her the gleaming gem in an exotic holiday location, perhaps during a walk on the beach.
Of course, so that the surprise is not ruined, it is crucial that you keep the pendant earrings or whatever you buy hidden until you make the presentation. It would be a great shame to spoil the shock and delight that handing over the item to your loved will cause. To find out more about the products we have to offer, simply take a look around the rest of our website.
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Posted on: March 9th, 2011
Mums. They bring us into the world, nurture us as infants, protect us as we make the journey from childhood to adulthood and then remain a constant source of support thereafter. They really are worth their weight in gold.
And all too often, mothers do not get the recognition they deserve. We all lead such busy lives that it can be hard to make time to spend with them and often it is difficult to show appreciation because of the trials and tribulations that life throws up.
You might find yourself feeling guilty because of this every now and again but don’t panic, you are by no means alone.
However, there are ways to address this problem and one is to take all the opportunities available to you to spoil your mum.
For example, with Mothers’ Day fast approaching, you might want to get her diamonds as a gift. Such items, whether they are in the form of pendant earrings, loose cut diamonds or anything else, are truly the ultimate way to treat someone and show them you care.
And you are bound to achieve an element of surprise as well. After all, most mums will be expecting the sort of gifts that are usually handed over on this celebration, such as chocolates and flowers, not something as special as gemstones.
While Mother’s Day is not until April 3rd this year, you ought to start your search for a gift soon. The last thing you want is to be panicking at the last minute and to have to settle for something less than ideal.
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Posted on: February 18th, 2011
You might be keen to express your feelings to the one you love. After all, true romance is something that should be valued and appreciated.
However, finding the right words to use can be tough. Anything you say might come out sounding insincere or over the top. Indeed, you might be uncomfortable with the idea of trying to tell your other half such things verbally.
Well, one great way round this is to buy her diamonds. Such items have long been a symbol of devotion and she will be left with no confusion concerning your depth of feelings towards her.
Where you choose to get stud earrings, pendant earrings or any other item of jewellery, you will be making your emotional attachment perfectly clear.
And this month it is particularly important to ensure your significant other knows you love her. Valentine’s Day is a celebration of such sentiment and so she may well be expecting some form of gesture.
Of course, diamonds are not the only gift you can hand over to show your affection. However, there is something special about such objects. They are delicate, long lasting and exceptionally beautiful and are something she can treasure for many years to come.
And you might want to go one step further when you present the offerings by making sure you are in a romantic setting. For example, you could head to a nice restaurant and hand the item over there while sipping on a nice bottle of wine and tucking into some delicious food.
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Posted on: February 12th, 2011
If you are selecting an item of jewellery, make sure you do not rush the decision. After all, whether you are getting diamond rings, gold earrings, diamond pendant earrings, bracelets or anything else, it is vital you make the right choice.
You work hard for your money and so there is no point in wasting it by purchasing items too hastily. You need time to consider what exactly you are looking for and to judge whether you have found it.
Of course, this level of patience is not required when you are buying all items. For example, if you are choosing between cereals in the supermarket, the stakes are not exactly high. If you make the wrong decision, you have only wasted a few pounds.
However, jewellery is more expensive. And not only this but items of this nature are something you can keep for many years. Indeed, sometimes they may be lifelong possessions. Therefore, if your whim proves to be misguided, you may be living with the consequences for some considerable time.
And there is no need to rush the process of selecting jewellery. These days, you can source such things over the web, meaning you can spend as long as you want perusing your options and thinking about what you want.
Indeed, you can scour the web to get inspiration that may help you in your quest to get the perfect pieces of jewellery. By taking your time, you are much more likely to get something you are really happy with in the end.
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Posted on: January 21st, 2011
The characteristic that sets diamonds apart from all other precious stones (and differentiates them from even the best imitations) is the sparkle. These stones have an unrivalled ability to gather light into their centre – the celebrated internal fire of the very best examples is a result of the particular crystalline properties that only a true diamond can boast.
Looking through the range on this site or elsewhere, you’ll notice that almost all diamond rings have the stone set well above the band in a claw. Even elaborate multi stone arrangements usually have a centrepiece stone in a claw setting. This enables more light to get into the diamond. In order to sparkle at their best, it is necessary to let as much light into the stone as possible. In most cases a claw setting is the best way of allowing that.
With diamond earrings there are other options. Studs are usually designed with a claw setting but there is also the possibility of letting the stone hang free. With diamond pendant earrings the light can enter the stone from all angles. There is nothing blocking it out so the maximum amount can be collected into the gem.
Without doubt, this is the best way of showing off a truly outstanding diamond especially if it is large in size. Setting fine diamonds as pendant earrings guarantees a truly stunning effect – the most lively sparkle and the most spectacular fire possible. They are a wonderful way of displaying the merits of these beautiful gems.
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Posted on: October 15th, 2010
The Greeks had a word for diamonds: “adamas” which means invincible; however although diamonds are the hardest of the precious stones, it is perhaps a bit of an exaggeration to say that they are completely invulnerable. If you want to get the best out of your diamond eternity ring or diamond earrings long into the future, then there are a few things you can do.
Firstly, it is important to note that the cut of a diamond can often be very precise; therefore any cleaning procedure needs to be extremely delicate, in order to ensure that you don’t affect the quality of the diamond. Of course one way around this would be to ask a professional jeweller to do it for you; however, if you want to clean your diamond rings yourself there are definitely some things you can try at home.
You can clean your diamond eternity ring or diamond earrings with a soft cloth on a fairly regular basis. If done properly this should not damage the ring, and will prevent a build up of dirt on the piece, which can undermine its quality.
For a more thorough cleaning method, you might consider soaking the piece in warm water or a mild detergent solution – about one part mild detergent and four parts warm water.
Considering that diamond rings are some of the most durable kinds of jewellery, these simple cleaning methods should keep your item dazzling long into the future!
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Posted on: October 12th, 2010
Family heirlooms are a great way of cementing the bond between generations, and what better choice of heirloom than a diamond. Diamonds are the the most precious stone in the world, and are also one symbolic of durability, faithfulness and steadfastness – an ideal symbol of family togetherness.
Whilst it the value of an heirloom is often transcendent, and reaches beyond financial value to be instead often more about a sentiment. Exchanging such a valuable item as a diamond between generations has a certain mystique, and is something that your children and your children’s children will be bedazzled to receive.
Of course, the other advantage of purchasing a diamond for an heirloom is that diamonds are a great investment, and will hold their value long into the future. Which means that when the time comes to pass the diamond down through the family you will always have the option of exchanging the diamond for a good financial reward.
When choosing a diamond for an heirloom you might consider loose cut diamonds; there are several advantages in doing this. For example, their value will be a little more stable than set diamonds and less subject to the whims of fashion, also diamonds have an inherent durability and will therefore last for years to come.
You may want an heirloom that is a little more wearable. However, in which case at Marlows Certified Diamonds we’ve got loads of dazzling items on offer, such as diamond pendant earrings and diamond rings, as well as a wide selection of loose stones.
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Posted on: August 12th, 2010
Film stars are renowned for wearing diamonds on Hollywood’s famous red carpet at the Oscars. They choose to wear a selection of multi-stone diamond rings, diamond pendant earrings and, of course, necklaces and bracelets. Most diamonds are not owned by the stars but loaned by famous jewellery houses such as Harry Winston, Fred Leighton, Chopard and Cartier; all willing to loan these precious diamonds for the publicity it generates. This paid off for Chanel in 1997 when the necklace worn by Celine Dion sold within 24 hours of her appearance.
Those stars who wear their own diamonds are few; the most famous being Elizabeth Taylor in 1970, who wore the 69 carat Taylor-Burton diamond that her husband had bought for her. Even fewer stars later buy the diamonds they wore; but Gwyneth Paltrow’s father bought her the necklace she wore when she won the Oscar for Best Actress for her part in “Shakespeare in Love” in 1999.
Although you may never get the opportunity to walk along the Hollywood Red Carpet, you will certainly have your own unique carpet moment at your wedding. Choosing diamonds is a classically elegant move that can never go wrong. Diamond engagement rings and diamond wedding rings are the set pieces of any wedding outfit. These may be easily complemented by jewellery of a similar nature such as diamond earrings. However; Girls don’t be the only ones to have all the fun here, as jewellery and diamonds for men are increasingly popular.
We at Marlows have a wide experience with diamonds and jewellery and guarantee diamonds to match your own Hollywood Moment.
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Posted on: July 8th, 2010
A ‘diamond geezer’ is a slang term for a good, solid, reliable man; the sort of man who knows how to do the right thing. He’s the kind of guy who will buy diamond rings for his lady to celebrate special occasions in their relationship.
He is unselfish and caring, so why not surprise him by returning the favour and lavishing jewellery upon him?
Anniversaries and birthdays are an ideal and obvious time to give him diamond rings. More unusual occasions could be if he gets a new job or gains promotion at work; may be he’s had to work extra long hours recently. His favourite team has just won or they lost so badly that he needs cheering up. Sometimes it’s just fine to celebrate that it’s a Thursday and you love him.
Men are as particular about jewellery as women with tastes ranging from full-on bling to small and discrete; not every guy is happy to sport diamond earrings or diamond rings. However, you know your man, so choosing a piece of jewellery that is just right for him should not be a problem.
If you are stuck for ideas, here is a tip from Marlows. We would recommend considering buying loose cut diamonds. They are not something that only the richest can contemplate, tumbling out of a little velvet bag in a sparkling waterfall. They are a good, solid investment as well as an unusual gift, and, who knows, he may be so overwhelmed that he has them set into diamond rings for you!
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Posted on: June 19th, 2010
The right choice of diamond earrings can enhance your overall appearance, and complete an outfit.
You’ll find so many different styles and shapes of diamond earrings on offer. Take into account personal style and fashion tastes, especially when it comes to diamond pendant earrings.
The first choice to make when it comes to diamond earrings is whether to go for hoops, earring studs with diamonds, or danglers.
Studs are wonderfully uncomplicated, and can be worn regularly. The setting can be gold, silver or platinum, and possible shapes include round, oval and princess cuts. Diamond hoops, another way of expressing class and style, can be circular, semi-circular or oval. They usually carry a line of diamonds on the whole or front view.
The most popular styles for diamond pendant earrings are chandelier and drop earrings. Chandeliers are heavy on glamour, while drop earrings look highly sophisticated, with a single line formation studded with diamonds.
Whether you prefer antique jewellery or the latest designer product, these earrings make a fantastic gift. If the jewels are certified, you’re also making a canny investment. As with any other diamond item, look for colour, cut and clarity.
Rest assured that the sparkle from these gorgeous items will never go unnoticed!
Diamond Earrings from Marlows Certified Diamonds
From subtle studs to full-on dropper earrings, we have products to suit all tastes, set in yellow or white gold. See our website for more information, or visit one of our two Birmingham stores.
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