Custom Engagement Rings in DC: Are you planning a holiday proposal for your significant other? The jewelry experts at Charles Schwartz will help you choose the perfect custom engagement ring! Holiday proposals are a widespread and long-loved tradition. According to Modern Bride Magazine, 30% of all marriage proposals occur in November and December. Christmas… Read more »
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Christmas Jewelry: Finding the Perfect DC Jewelry Gift for Her
As DC’s oldest jeweler, we have the knowledge and experience to help you find the perfect jewelry gift for your loved one this holiday season. When it comes to jewelry, most women have very specific tastes and preferences, which can sometimes be difficult to identify. To help all of those unsure, we have created a… Read more »
How to: Choose the Right Engagement Ring
Finding the Perfect Engagement Ring in Washington, D.C. Purchasing an engagement ring is a big step. Not only can engagement rings be a big investment, but it’s something you or your fiance plan on wearing forever, so it is imperative that you find the right ring. We’ve been around since 1888, so we’ve definitely seen many engagement… Read more »
The Necklace Guide: How to Accessorize Necklines
This summer is all about necklines. Whether you are wearing a halter top dress to happy hour in DuPont Circle or a V-neck shirt on a Sunday afternoon in Rock Creek Park you need to make sure you have the perfect accessory for every neckline. V-Neck: Wear a classic piece that ends just above the… Read more »
How To: Wear the Fall 2016 Pantone Colors
Each year, Pantone announces the colors which will definite the fashion season. As mid-summer hits, it’s time to start thinking about your Fall wear. Luckily, we’ve made a guide for how to coordinate each of the Fall 2016 colors into your jewelry collection. Riverside Blue Think of the color the sky turns right around 4… Read more »
Bridal Basics: The Earrings
So you’ve found the engagement ring of your dreams, picked out the perfect wedding band to match…what’s next? As the bride there’s no question that you’ll be the center of attention on your wedding day, and naturally you’ll want to dazzle your guests! Accessorizing on your wedding day can be a difficult task—you want to stand out and sparkle without overdoing… Read more »
Bridal Basics: The Bracelet
So you’ve found the engagement ring of your dreams, picked out the perfect wedding band to match…what’s next? As the bride there’s no question that you’ll be to the center of attention on your wedding day, and naturally you’ll want to dazzle your guests! Accessorizing on your wedding day can be a difficult task—you want to stand out and sparkle without… Read more »
Bridal Basics: The Necklace
So you’ve found the engagement ring of your dreams, picked out the perfect wedding band to match…what’s next? As the bride there’s no question that you’ll be to the center of attention on your wedding day, and naturally you’ll want to dazzle your guests! Accessorizing on your wedding day can be a difficult task—you want to stand out and sparkle without… Read more »
The Perfect Pair: 9 Ideal Engagement Ring & Wedding Band Combinations
Now that you’ve found the engagement ring of your dreams, it’s time to start the search for the perfect wedding band to match! Many consider the engagement ring the more difficult challenge of the two—finding the ideal wedding band is no simple task. While comparing wedding bands, it is important to consider how the wedding band will… Read more »
Timeless Trademarks of the Victorian Era
The Victorian Era, known to many as the Golden Era of jewelry, marked an unprecedented shift in the jewelry industry—fostering numerous innovations in metalwork technique and jewelry design. Innovations in jewelry craftsmanship and technology during the Victorian Era made fine jewelry more affordable and accessible for the masses, which allowed the emerging middle class to indulge in a luxury previously known… Read more »
The Science Behind the Sparkle
It’s a well known fact that a diamond’s sparkle is simply undeniable! While it may come as a shock to some—rough, also known as natural diamonds, look nothing like the perfectly polished centerpieces of engagement rings found in jewelry stores around the country. In fact, natural diamonds are actually rather dull! So what is the cause… Read more »
10 Pinterest-Worthy Ideas for “Something Blue” on Your Wedding Day
Every bride-to-be has heard of the age-old phrase “Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed and Something Blue”, but the real question is how will you incorporate something blue into your wedding day? Over the years, brides have honored this age-old tradition in a number of unique, memorable ways! Check out these perfect, Pinterest-worthy ideas for the Something Blue on your… Read more »
