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February 08, 2016
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Mary Hood
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One of the most festive trends of this year involves jeweled, or gem-detail, necklines, and these bedazzled necklines are appearing on dresses, sweaters, and blouses.
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DIY,
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jeweled neckline,
trend watch
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February 04, 2016
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Mary Hood
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Stylish individuals combine pieces made with different metals for a “collected” look—a look that suggests the wearer has gathered several cool pieces over time.
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mixed metals,
necklaces,
rose gold,
sterling silver,
trend watch,
yellow gold
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January 07, 2016
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Mary Hood
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As with many fashion trends, the choker has dipped in and out of our sartorial radar. Also, like several of the styles we keep coming back to, the choker has a rich a varied tradition
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chokers,
history of the choker,
jewelry history,
jewelry lore,
necklaces,
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October 22, 2015
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Mary Hood
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Raw gemstones present an edgy alternative to traditionally shaped and polished stones. Raw diamonds, in particular, are increasingly featured in unconventional engagement rings.
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engagement rings,
jewelry tips,
raw diamond,
raw diamonds,
trend watch,
trends,
unconventional engagement rings,
unique engagement rings,
untraditional engagement rings
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October 08, 2015
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Mary Hood
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Although people have been layering necklaces since there were necklaces to layer, the trend has evolved to suit a contemporary aesthetic—one that makes room for unexpected pairings
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jewelry tips,
jewelry trends,
layered necklaces,
statement jewlery,
trend watch
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October 01, 2015
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Mary Hood
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Black jewelry of all kinds punctuated the fashion runways. From polished to rough to somewhere in between, there is a variety of ways to enjoy black jewelry.
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black jewelry,
black rhodium,
earrings,
enamel,
engagement rings,
necklaces,
oxidized silver,
trend watch
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June 18, 2015
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Mary Hood
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Although this may seem a little strange and over-the-top, it turns out that diamond particles have been used to treat certain cancers. After absorbing chemotherapy drugs, the particles are used to deliver the medication to the right area of the body while protecting the medication from the body’s defense system. Moreover, the particles help the treatment stay in the cancerous cells for longer, rendering it more effective.
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anti-aging,
beauty,
diamonds,
precious minerals,
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