
A Complete Guide to Gemstone Jewelry Care: My Top Tips for Your Jewelry Pieces
In my many years with jewelry, I have watched shiny pieces of gemstone jewelry become dull and lose their…

Allergic to Your Earrings? Your Guide to Nickel Allergy and Happy Ears
I remember when I first got my ears pierced. I was so excited to wear fun, new jewelry. But…

Top Tips to Keep Your Jewelry Safe While Traveling: How I Take Care of My Pieces
I really like to travel. I also really like my jewelry. For a long time, putting those two things…

My Guide to Professional Jewelry Repair: Questions to Ask Before You Get Help
I remember the moment I felt a sinking feeling. I was getting ready for a dinner party. That’s when…

Can Your Pearl Jewelry Get Wet? 7 Things I Learned About Pearl Necklaces
I’ve been working with pearls and pearl jewelry for a long time. I’ve seen beautiful, lustrous pearl necklaces that…

The Best Ways to Store Jewelry to Stop It From Tarnishing and Getting Damaged
I remember one time when I found a silver necklace my grandmother gave me. It was hidden away in…

A Guide to Gold and Jewelry Hallmarks: How to Read the Stamps and What They Mean
I remember the very first time I bought an old piece of jewelry. It was a little silver locket…

The 5 Biggest Online Jewelry Shopping Mistakes to Avoid
I still remember the first time I bought a piece of jewelry online. It was a beautiful sterling silver…

Your Ultimate Buying Guide to Cultured Pearls: From Akoya and Freshwater to White South Sea Pearls
I remember the first time I set out to buy a pearl necklace for my wife. I walked into…

How to Choose the Perfect Necklace Length: A Complete Guide to Get the Right Fit
I have worked with fashion and accessories for many years. Through my work, I’ve learned a simple fact: the…

Platinum vs White Gold: A Simple Guide to Choosing Your Engagement Ring
I’ve been in the business of Jewelry for a long time, but some decisions go beyond them. Choosing an engagement…

Lab-Grown Diamonds vs. Natural Diamonds: A Simple Guide to the Good and Bad for 2025
I have been working with diamonds and writing about them since 2007. I have seen a lot of new…