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Diamonds becoming increasingly popular gift for men
It’s springtime and a young
man’s fancy turns to love. The rest
of us though spend hours and days
deciding what to buy those men
who love us - our fathers, brothers,
husbands and friends, as gifts for
holiday occasions. Birthdays, grad
uations, Father’s Day and wedd
ings find us asking what to choose
for the man. or men, in our lives
who deserve something special.
According to recent surveys,
diamonds are showing increasing
popularity as a gift for men who
matter. They are a sincere token of
our affection as well as a symbol of
his success. Diamond epitomize the
strength and achievement of the
symbol of his success.
man of the 90s. A man who works
hard and cares deeply, with a style
that says he’s special, is the kind of
man who can and should wear
diamonds. Confidence and simple
elegance are his standards and
diamonds underscore his commit
ment to success.
A gift of diamonds to a man
carries on a tradition that has its
roots in the early centuries. Then
only the nobility were privileged to
wear them, believing their powers
to include good fortune, great
strength and protection. Charle
magne and King Henry VIII are
just two of the important men who
wore diamonds as masculine
adornment. The test of time has
proven these gems are worn by
strong men as a sign of achieve
ment and success.
The exciting element of dia
monds for men today is the
state-of-the-art design. Simple and
tasteful pieces of diamond jewel
lery are being created to appeal to
the noble men. Conservative, so
phisticated men choose to wear
diamonds in designs that are
understated and elegant - classic
gems in a settting designed for
today.
New designs currently seen in
jewellers’ showcases reflect the
simple yet elegant ideal. The
traditional beauty of a diamond is
enhanced by unique materials and
settings new to the art of jewellery
design. Rings, cuff-links, collar
bars, tie tacks and tie bars are
fashioned with diamonds and onyx,
a strong and handsome accent in
black. Lapis, a deep rich blue stone
is extraordinary looking when set
with diamonds. For a black-tie
evening, a set of shirt studs and
cufflinks in onyx, hematite (a shade
of gunmetal grey) and diamonds
complete the dazzling effect. The
look is attractive and masculine.
Accessory items like belt buck
les, money clips, key rings and
even business cards cases can be
found set with a diamond. The
ultimate symbol of success should
be seen in all the places that reflect
just how far he has come. So
whether the keys belong to a
Jaquar or a Jeep, let him open the
car door with a special flair of his
own.
The unusual materials and ex
ceptional designs of today’s dia
monds for men say that the man
who wears them has a healthy
respect for tradition and a sharp
eye on the future.
Let your thoughts be led by the
great kings and nobility of an
earlier age to a gift that holds both
tradition and promise. A gift of
diamonds says you think he’s
worthy of royalty and it shows
others he’s a successful man of
style.
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Wedding bands should
reflect personal style
Choosing a wedding band can be
fun and easy with a little careful
thought and planning.
The wedding rings you choose
should reflect your personal taste
and style. Your wedding ring will
be with you for your lifetime so it’s
important to find one that perfectly
fits your finger and personality.
Shop around, and then decide what
you like.
First, find a reputable jeweller
you trust and with whom you are
comfortable. Ask friends or rela
tives for recommenations. Try to
develop a rapport with your jewel
lery salesperson; there should be
no pressure on you to buy at first
glance. In addition, a jeweller that
is conveniently located and will
provide service if needed are
* important considerations. Be sure
to allow ample ordering time (say 4
- 6 weeks) when purchasing your
rings. It’s an important decision
that shouldn’t be left to the last
minute.
Consider your individual life
style. Are you an active sort? If so,
your wedding band should be fairly
simple and comfortable to wear. Do
you want to wear matching bands?
Many couples want to share a
common symbol of their lifelong
promise. If so, it’s important to
jointly decide on the style you
want.
Fourteen karat gold wedding
bands continue to be the most
popular among newlyweds. How
ever many couples are trading up
to styles in eighteen karat gold
because of its lustrous colour and
rich feel.
For today’s newlyweds, there are
a myriad of wedding band styles to
choose from. In general, the trend
is toward wider bands with con
trasting hues of yellow and white
gold. Simple art deco or geometric
patterns are very popular in the two
toned variety and add a graphic
twist. Appealing to the more
adventuresome spirit are tri-colour-
ed woven bands featuring pink,
white and yellow gold strips that
look and feel like fabric. Romantics
will fall head over heels for the
classic ribbon or swirl designs that
softly wrap around the finger. Just
as beautiful are carved paisley and
floral patterns that create a drama
tic statement.
The wedding bands you choose
are an important symbol of your
wedding day. Be sure to take the
time and care to choose the style
that will look and feel right for the
rest of your married life.
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