The importance of a ring in a man’s life arises, only when he wants to propose marriage to the lady he loves. On the other hand, when it comes to women, there is no fixed importance of a ring. They will love it anytime! In either case, it is important to know the other person’s ring size to buy a ring that fits perfectly well. Ring, especially diamond or platinum ones, are a fairly expensive piece of jewelry and you do not want to go wrong in the size department after spending a decent amount on it. You can follow instructions and tips on how to determine ring size discussed below and ensure you buy the perfect piece of round jewelry for anyone you wish.

Instructions on How to Determine Ring Size

Follow steps listed below to learn how to measure ring size:

1. Use scissors and scale to measure and cut a strip of paper which is 5” in length and about 1/2” in breath.
2. Take this strip of paper and wind it up around the base of the finger you wish to make measurement of.
3. Pick up a pencil or pen and make a marking on the wrapped paper on its outer end at place the strip overlaps.
4. Use your scale again to measure the distance from the mark you made earlier, to the outside end of the strip. Round up your measurement to the nearest millimeter.
5. Now look at the chart below which shows ring sizes and determine your ring size accurately.

Table for Determining Ring Size

Once you have followed instructions on how to determine your ring size and have obtained the measurement on the strip of paper. Refer this table to find the corresponding ring size based on your measurement.

Tips on How to Determine Ring Size

·When you wrap the strip of paper around your finger, do not make it very tight. This will make it difficult for you to get the ring over your knuckles.

·To ensure that the ring is not too tight on your finger base or is facing problems in going over the knuckles, take measurements at both these places. This will allow you to modify the ring size to suit your needs.

·You should remember that your fingers are likely to swell in due course, so account for the same when you take measurements.

·Be careful in not measuring your ring size when fingers are cold. When cold, they are the smallest. Measure either when temperatures are warm or during the end of the day as your finger are longest then.

There will be times when you would be buying a ring to surprise someone and as a result you do not have the privilege to determine their ring size in the manner prescribed earlier. At such times you can play a little smart and have it your way. Ask the person to lend his/her ring to you and tell them you are taking it to the jeweler to get it cleaned. Once there, the jeweler can easily measure the ring size. Another way is to pick up the ring and in a playful manner slide it in one of your fingers, till it refuses to go down any further. A mark will be formed there. You can go to your jeweler quickly and ask him to compare the point using a graduated tool and get the ring size. In case of any doubt, go for one size bigger, as it is simpler to make it small even if it does not fit.

Almost all jewelers can help you determine ring size, if you are not comfortable in figuring it out yourself. But learning how to determine ring size will help you when you shop for jewelry online and also at times you want to surprise the other person. So put this knowledge to good use, whenever need arises.

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Brooches have long been neglected as a fashion accessory and were seen as something that was worn only by old ladies. But it is time to get those brooches out of your jewelry box and get them cleaned. This season brooches have made the ultimate comeback and are touted as the hottest fashion accessory. With much variety of brooches available from the ornate vintage ones to the more fun preppy ones, you will be literally spoiled for choice. Gold brooches for dresses can jazz up even the most simplest of any outfit. They are also great for camouflaging any outfit that is torn or has a spill on it. You just need to find a brooch that is big enough to cover the spot and your dress will look as good as new.

How to Wear Brooches for Dresses?

There are a multitude of brooches that are available in different designs and different materials. A jewel-encrusted brooch in eye-catching hues can transform even the most blah outfit to something dramatic. And the best thing about wearing brooches for dresses is that you can pin them anywhere in your outfit. It is a great way to attract attention to your most flattering features. Traditionally, a brooch was worn on the lapel of a coat or jacket but you can pin a brooch at different places to create a different look. Brooches that are very traditional and are encrusted with diamonds, pearls or crystals can be used as brooches for wedding dresses. Diamond encrusted brooch complements a white wedding dress particularly if it has lace trimmings and beading details. Brooches can also be used to jazz up a bridesmaid dress by choosing a brooch with a color that complements the dress of the bridesmaid. It is a great way to add color to an otherwise simple outfit. Brooches for bridesmaid dresses can be in gold or silver with garnet, amethyst or Tahiti pearls.

The next question is where to wear the brooches for dresses. Well there are many ways of wearing brooches so that it calls attention to your dress. You can pin the brooch at one side of your dress if you wearing a gown that has multitude of folds and pleats. The brooch should be a large one so that it is eye-catching or it will get lost in the folds of the dress and not serve its purpose. You can also wear the brooch pinned to a ribbon or sash and then wear the ribbon at the waist. Brooches for dresses with ribbons can be pinned either at the center or slightly to the side. If you are wearing a cocktail dress that has a plunging neckline, just wear the brooch at the center of the neckline. This will accentuate the neckline and give your dress some more glamour.

Do you have last season’s bohemian dresses that are very voluminous and are simply not wearable? Cheap brooches for dresses can be used to gather the dress at the back and produce a more streamlined effect at the bust area. Another way to jazz up a dress is to wear a dramatic cluster of jeweled brooches in eye popping colors like electric blue, neon pink and fuchsia. Pair this with sleek undo and you will instantly look like a Hollywood star.

So these were some ideas for wearing brooches for dresses. Some other ways to use a brooch as a fashion accessory, not necessarily in a dress is to pin two brooches in the same design on your ballerina shoes, using a brooch as a hair pin in your bun and to use a brooch as a necklace. Now that you know all about using brooches for dresses, jazz up your simple dress with a unique brooch and be ready for the compliments.

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Among all the jewelry that we possess, pearls are always different, not only in the way they are formed but also how they add the elegance to us when we wear them. There are actually many types of pearls. The pride that we feel when we own a pearl which comes from being nurtured and formed in the depth of the ocean inside an oyster, is simply mesmerizing. Just owning a masterpiece of nature, like a lustrous pearl, isn’t enough. Also, just for information sake, pearls are the June birthstone. Anyway, one must take the necessary precautions for pearl jewelry care, so that their beauty never fades away!

How to Clean and Care for Pearls?

Pearls are considered to be shock-resistant and durable, which they are. Pearls are given a rating between 3.5 and 4.5 on the MOHS hardness scale. Therefore, they do need essential care while cleaning. They are some simple but effective measures that need to be taken to maintain the shining glow that pearls are known for. When it comes to the cleaning of pearls, take the following steps and your pearls will be as gorgeous as they were when you bought them.

1. Always use a SOFT lint free cloth or silicon cloth to wipe the pearl surface after every use. Never use a cloth which has harsh or abrasive material, it will harm the pearl surface,
2. While cleaning the pearls, you can moisten the cloth with plain water if you want. You can also use solutions which contain mild soaps and are recommended for pearl cleaning. But make sure that the pearls are completely dried naturally before you store them.
3. Never use a solution which has harsh detergents, ammonia, alcohol, chlorine or vinegar, or citric acid, hairspray, perfumes, etc. These affect the nacre of the pearls and make them dull.
4. Always wear your pearl jewelry after you are done with your make up and perfumes. This is because the creams and perfumes might contain harmful chemicals that can harm the pearls. Even perspiration for that matter affects the luster of the pearl. So it’s important to clean them every time you take them off.
5. If you wear a pearl ring, make sure you take it off before applying your daily hand cream or moisturizer, or even before washing your hands.
6. If you swim a lot, make sure to remove the pearls before entering the pool, as chlorine proves to be very harmful for the nacre. Also dipping pearls in water weakens the string in which the pearls are beaded together.
7. Don’t use ultrasonic cleaners to clean your pearl jewelry.
8. If your pearl jewelry has lost its shine and luster, consider wiping them gently with a little amount of olive oil with the help of a soft cloth. This helps to revive the shine and luster of the pearls.
9. One can also seek the help of a jeweler to clean pearl jewelry.

Storing Pearl Jewelry

Another major aspect of pearl jewelry care is taking care of little, but important things while storing the pearls away. Unlike diamonds or other gemstones, which can be polished or cut, pearls just need to be taken care of. Here is how to take care of pearls when you store them away:

1. Always keep your pearls inside a soft pouch or a soft cloth so that they don’t come across harsh surfaces.
2. Never store your pearl jewelry in the same jewelry boxes where you keep the other jewelry. The pearls might end up getting a scratch when in contact with other gemstones or precious metals with sharp surfaces.
3. Don’t keep the pearl jewelry in places with high temperature or under direct exposure to sunlight. This can cause the pearl to crack.
4. Avoid storing pearls in security boxes, in case you have to, then make sure that you take the jewelry out of it within short intervals. If you want, you can also place a damp cloth (make sure it isn’t too wet or else it will cause mildew.) in the security box as pearls require a certain amount of moisture. Also make sure to change the damp cloth at regular intervals.
5. Never store the pearl jewelry in the form of hanging them. This makes the string stretch and makes it weak. Always store the pearl jewelry flat. This is a very important step in pearl jewelry care.
6. Never keep the pearl jewelry on a television or radiator. This harms the nacre of the pearl and makes it look dull.
7. Always make sure to restring the pearls on a regular basis to make sure that the string is durable and in good shape. Using a silk string or a nylon string would be a good choice as they are strong and will keep the pearls intact.
8. To add to the list of pearl jewelry care, you can also string the pearls into individual knots, meaning each pearl has an individual knot. The benefit of this is that it prevents friction among the pearls (which is of course, good for longer durability) and also the pearls won’t scatter away if a portion of the string ends up breaking!

So these were a few simple but extremely effective steps to follow when it comes to pearl jewelry care. Pearls don’t require that extra special care. It’s just very thoughtful and simple day-to-day care that one needs to take, so that the everlasting and lustrous shine of the pearls continue to glow today and forever!

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A ruby symbolizes immortal love and is the birthstone for July. The 40^th anniversary is also known as the Ruby Anniversary, since it signifies undying love. The beauty of this stone can dazzle and maintaining it is also not such a hassle. Ruby is the second hardest stone after diamond and as such almost nothing can tarnish or affect the ruby chemically. So cleaning and maintaining the resplendence of this stone is not a very difficult job. The richness of the blood red color of the ruby depends on the iron content in the stone. More the iron, the redder the ruby will be. These natural stones are extremely expensive, and so, there are now lab created rubies, which have the same chemical composition as the real ones, minus the flaws. They are less expensive than the natural ones.

Significance of the Ruby

The ruby being a symbol of love, is the perfect gift for the 15^th and the 40^th wedding anniversaries. It is believed that the ruby can help bring love back in a downhill marriage, and deepens the love that is already there. This “pigeon blood red” is also associated with passion, and energy. Its vibrancy is believed to heighten passions, enthusiasm, and sexual activity. It is a pleochroic stone, which means that it exhibits two colors when viewed from different angles. The good things associated with this stunning stone are endless! It is believed that the ruby personifies beauty and grace and so is the perfect gift for any woman. This stone is also supposed to elevate motivation levels in a person and boost positive dreams and thoughts, as well as positivity in attitude and help better visualization. The ruby is known as the king of gems and is associated with powerful feelings. This multifaceted stone also gives the wearer courage, and shields him from bad things. After going on and on for so long about the virtues and benefits of this beautiful stone, it would be really heart breaking to see that it is not being taken care of, right?

Caring for Your Ruby Jewelry

Go through the following tips to ensure that your ruby jewelry continues to keep glowing over years.

Wearing Rubies

While wearing rubies, remember that exposure to chemicals, although does not chemically affect the rubies, may tarnish it over times. Also, avoid wearing them when you are going to be doing rough work like gardening, washing, etc. I know that you will not wear your favorite ruby set when doing all this work, but what I meant was, is case your engagement ring has rubies in it, and if you wear it all the time, it is better to remove it while doing chores like the ones mentioned above. Or if you’re wearing it for any other reason like health or emotional well-being, then too. Many people wear ruby rings with another diamond ring. If this is the case, then make sure that your diamond is not brushing against your ruby continuously, since that will put scratches on your ruby.

Cleaning Rubies

Rubies are not affected by commercial solvents, so they can be used for cleaning the rubies effectively. Toothbrush with warm water is also more than enough to clean bury jewelry, which is set in an intricate design. The bristles of the brush will remove the dirt lodged in the tiny crevices of the setting. You can also use a toothpick to clean off any remaining dirt. Avoid using toothpaste though, since the granularity of the toothpaste may cause scratches on the ruby. Warm soapy water can also be used. When you take it off, never keep it directly in the box. Wipe it clean with a warm, wet, soft cloth, to remove any sweat, oil and dirt that has been transferred to it. A mild detergent should be used. Avoid contact with harsh chemicals since they can cause damage to the settings and mountings of your ruby.

Storing Rubies

Storing rubies correctly will go a long way in making them last longer and better. If you store them in a wrong manner, then cuts and scratches and loosening of the stones are common problems you will have to deal with. To avoid these things, store your rubies properly in cloth bags before being put in your jewelry box. Make sure that you are not piling up your jewelry on top of each other. If you do not want to use cloth bags, or don’t have them, then spread a layer of cotton underneath the jewels. Place the rubies on this cotton layer, and spread another layer on top of it. Make sure that two rubies are kept side by side without at least a layer of cotton between them, since they will grind against each other leading to scratches.

Tips for Caring for Rubies

1. Clean the rubies in a bowl. In case there is a loose stone, there is no danger of it rolling or draining away in the sink.
2. A professional cleaning and inspection once a year should be done to ensure that your ruby is in perfect order, but if it has been oiled for giving it that extra shine, then it is important to avoid steam cleaning procedures or chemicals.
3. Make sure that your rubies do not come in contact with perfumes, or other sprays, cleaners or harsh chemicals.
4. Boil half a teaspoon of tea leaves in water and allow the mixture to cool down. Soak your rubies in this solution overnight, and wipe clean in the morning with a soft cloth to make sure your rubies resplendent once again!

Rubies, if you pick the right one, and if flawless, are more precious than diamonds. They are very expensive, and if you think that you will not be able to afford a natural ruby, you can try the lab created ruby mentioned above! Rubies are extremely beautiful, and if taken care of properly, can be passed down through generations to become family heirlooms. If you take care of it properly, your son can give it to his fiancé when he proposes, or your daughter will glow wearing them on her wedding day!

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If you have a valuable piece of platinum jewelry, you will want to keep it looking shiny and clean. You can spend money on a pre-packaged jewelry cleaner, or you can use a homemade cleaner. If you opt for the latter choice, then you need to mix one part of ammonia with one part of warm water.

Once you have the needed cleaner, and then obtain a soft cloth. Dampen the cloth with the soapy solution, and rub that solution on your platinum possession. That cleaning should manage to enhance the natural luster in your prized piece of jewelry. Still, no matter how well you might clean any piece, you will not be able to perform a truly professional job. Therefore, you should arrange for each of your platinum items to be cleaned and polished by a professional jeweler two times each yeah.

Seek out a jeweler that has been trained to work with platinum. You might need to seek the services of that jeweler more than twice a year. After all, you might find that you need to resize a platinum ring, making it smaller or larger. If you have failed to locate a professional jeweler, one with an expert knowledge of platinum, you could be asking for problems. In the past, trained professionals have discovered white gold in resized platinum rings. Jewelers who had failed to recognize a piece as “platinum” had used white gold, when adjusting the size of that same item. The presence of the white gold reduces the value of that lovely platinum piece. You need to make sure that none of your jewelry suffers a similar fate.

By the same token, you should make an effort to maintain the quality of your metal jewelry. Do not wear a platinum piece while doing heavy work on the job, or around the house. Do not expose a platinum accessory to harsh chemicals. Such chemicals can damage the metal. They can also change the color of any gemstones used to decorate that metal. Moreover, the combination of chemicals and metal can set off an allergic reaction.

Over time, you can expect a piece of platinum jewelry to develop a natural “patina”. You will want to consult with a jeweler about how you can help your piece to retain that attractive patina. This again is a time when you need to seek out someone who is familiar with the specific characteristics of platinum. This can help you to avoid making a fatal mistake. You do not want to be like the graduate student who wore her ring while working with acetic acid. She was worried about the way the acid ate off her nail polish. She did not even think about what damage she might be doing to her lovely platinum ring.

When you remove your platinum accessory, do not store with your other jewelry. Store it in a separate compartment, so that it is less likely to become scratched. Moreover, you have dimished chances that your platinum item might scratch the metal on some of your other lovely accessories.

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For millions of years now, men have been known to wear engraved jewelry. As compared to normal jewelry, which is just worn for ornamentation or to enhance one’s looks, engraved jewelry has a special significance. Most of the times, people or things dear to wearer are engraved on the jewelry, those which remind him of the special moments or persons in his life. Thus, engraved jewelry, in a way, serves as a reminder to the wearer of friendship, love, emotions and some pleasant memories of his past!

Today, engraved rings for men have become very popular. Whether it is wedding rings or promise rings or personal rings, decorative engraved rings are worn by men for various reasons!

Custom Engraved Rings for Men

The Occasion

Wedding rings are perhaps the commonest of engraved rings for men. Usually the wedding date, the name of the bride and the groom or some love quote is engraved on them. Next to these, in terms of popularity, are the engraved promise rings for men. These rings are mostly available in pairs and have some love message or something that is close to the man and the woman, engraved on them. Engraved which have a message that continues from one ring to another (which is worn by one’s partner) are very widely worn by men too. Both engagement and promise rings can have engravings on the outside as well as inside of the ring.

Then there are personal engraved rings for him which are worn to represent any memorable event or landmark in one’s life. These rings have a saying or a symbol engraved on them. Some other engraved rings are class rings, with graduation date or mention of any accolades received in school as well as signet rings, which have the wearer’s family initials or any other symbol representing the family on it.

The Designs

Engraved rings are available in a variety of metals and designs. Gold, platinum, black stainless steel, sterling silver, zirconia and titanium engraved rings for men can be customized in whichever way a person wants. For engraving, gold being a softer metal, is not a very preferred choice. Platinum and silver are better options for engraved engagement rings. Engraving today is done in minutes by a machine which is available at most jewelry shops. All a person has to do is to select the size and font of the text and within minutes he can get an engraved ring. The other option is hand engraving, which though gives the freedom to select any font and size, yet can be a bit costly.

Messages on the ring can be engraved in a host of languages including English, German, French, Russian, Greek, Latin, etc. Along with meaningful and heartfelt messages, the trend is to get birth stones or gems of favorite colors of the wearer engraved on the rings, to make them more personal. Some of the popular stones used for engraving are ruby, emerald, garnet, amethyst, opal, emerald and diamonds. Platinum rings with diamonds on them are the most sought after for engraved wedding rings. You may further go to diamond engagement rings.  As for promise rings, some of the popular designs are Celtic knot rings, Onyx rings, Turkish rings, Posey rings, Dragon promise rings and Gaelic rings.

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A promise ring is the material symbol of commitment to an emotionally intimate relationship. It signifies that the love that you share has solidified your faith in each other to such an extent that now you are ready and eager to socially commit and share the rest of your lives together, accepting one another for who they are and the way they are. Also known as pre-engagement rings, promise rings are a sign that engagement and wedding would follow in close succession. While a lot of options are available with respect to metal and design (simple circlets, gemstone mounted, intricate metal crafting, etc.), a very popular trend that appears to be emerging these days is the preference for engraved promised rings, crafted after the fashion of classic engraved wedding rings designs. So, what all can you get engraved on the limited surface (inner or outer) area of a simple metallic circlet? Take a look at the engraved promise ring ideas laid out in the following segment and you’ll be swept off your feet by all the variety you can choose from!

Best Promise Ring Engraving Ideas

You can choose from a lot of different themes to form the basis of the engravings that you wish to have on that promise ring you intend to surprise him/her with on that very special date you have planned this weekend! Here are some options you can cash in on or take ideas from!

Short. Simple, Sincere

If you find all those flowery quotes seeping of melodramatic overdose a bit too overwhelming, you can keep the engraving short and simple by just getting a simple “I love you” or a sweet and short “You’re my only love” etched into the surface of the promise ring. You see, not everyone is a sucker for poetic aesthetics when it comes to written expression’ some like it simple and direct. So, if your partner happens to belong to this category, a simple and sincere expression of love and commitment will be valued way more than all the literary eloquence of the world put together!

Bible Quotes or Latin Proverbs/ Sayings

The Holy Bible offers a lot of options in terms of quotes about love, relationships and commitment and a promise ring engraved with scriptural wisdom is perhaps the best symbol of the sanctity that you regard your relationship with your partner. You can also get the ring engraved with Latin sayings on the strength of love, fidelity and mutual trust such as the following:

1. amor vincit omnia (love conquers all)
2. ammor magnus doctor est (love is a great teacher)
3. Amor aeternus (love forever)
4. amor est spiritus qui nos alet (love is the breath that keeps us sustained)
5. amor meus amplior quam verba est (my love is more than mere words)

Quotes by Famous People

You can get famous quotes on love, commitment and relationship by celebrities and well-known personalities engraved on your promise ring to give it a touch of eloquence, wit, humor or some dramatic appeal. The following are some of my favorites that are ideal for engraving on a small surface area owing to their brevity.

1. Love is much like a wild rose, beautiful and calm, but willing to draw blood in its defense. –Mark Overby
2. Love one another and you will be happy. It’s as simple and as difficult as that. –Michael Leunig
3. Love must be as much a light, as it is a flame. – Henry David Thoreau
4. We loved with a love that was more than love. – Edgar Allan Poe
5. Love is, above all, the gift of oneself. – Jean Anouilh
6. The ultimate test of a relationship is to disagree but to hold hands.—Alexandra Penney

Nicknames and Significant Dates

You can get an engraving of whatever private nicknames you use to address each other on the promise ring. You can also get the ring engraves with a date that is important to both of you like the day you met for the first time, the day you proposed (or were proposed to), your first date, the date of your oncoming engagement or wedding (is such as date has been fixed by you),etc.

Get Original

If you have a creative bent of mind and possess the gift of literary expression, then what could be a better idea than composing a short verse or a haiku yourself and getting it engraved on the promise ring? Such a personalized promise ring will only show your partner how special he/she is to you and what lengths you can go to make him/her feel on top of the world!

You can also go ahead and get a cute symbol or any graphic engraved on the ring that will make your partner smile and think of you every time he/her looks at it! You can cash in on this same engraved promise ring ideas for coming up with wedding ring engraving ideas if you intend to continue this engraved-rings concept till you solemnize your vows at the altar! On the other hand, you can also settle for the classic ceremonial wedding vow engraving for your wedding ring as, despite being staple, this one’s a timeless and ubiquitous favorite of engaged and soon-to-be-wed couples!

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Bracelets are an easy way to make fashion statements. Bracelets are made of different materials, ranging from silver bracelet to rubber bracelets. But did you know that each bracelet color has a unique meaning? Here are different types of bracelets with different bracelet color meanings.

Salvation Bracelet Color Meanings

Salvation bracelet is a piece of jewelry that is a symbolic representation of a person believing in Christianity. The salvation bracelet has beads of different colors like gold, black, red, white, blue and purple. There are different meanings for different colors.

1. The gold bead in the salvation bracelet stands for heaven.
2. Black bead stands for detachment from God and sin.
3. Red depicts the blood for Christ, that was shed for people.
4. The white bead in the salvation bracelet tells that people are forgiven, cleansed from their sins.
5. The blue bead represents baptism or the Holy Spirit.
6. The Christians believe that Christ is king, hence the purple bead in the salvation bracelet stands for royalty.

These were the various bracelet color meanings representing the salvation bracelet.

Mood Bracelet Color Meanings

Some colors symbolize the moods of a person, like red represents anger and blue symbolizes coolness. In the same way, the mood bracelets depict the changing mood of a person. Let us see the different colors of the mood bracelet and their meanings.

1. Black color means stressed, tensed or nervous.

2. Gray color is similar to black and it represents nervousness and anxiety.

3. Brown color stands for restlessness.

4. Amber color means enervated and mixed emotions.

5. Pink color symbolizes fear and anxiety.

6. Red color means adventure, dynamism, excitement and energy.

7. Orange color stands for daring and stimulation.

8. Yellow represents creativity and imagination.

9. Green represents a calm mood.

10. Blue means happiness and relaxation.

11. Purple represents passion and romance.

Wish Bracelet Color Meanings

Wish bracelets are mostly worn by teenagers. It is believed that you can wear a wish bracelet and make any wish you want. When the wish bracelet breaks, it takes your message or wish to heaven and your wish gets fulfilled.

1. Red color stands for vitality, courage, confidence, energy, lust, passion and action.

2. Pink stands for calmness, self worth, protection, acceptance, beauty and love.

3. White stands for revelation, spirituality, cleanliness and purification.

4. Indigo represents deep contemplation, meditation and intuition.

5. Blue stands for communication, peace, truth, spirituality and youth.

6. Black stands for self control, concealment, death, stability and earth.

7. These were the various bracelet color meanings representing the wish bracelet.

Gel Bracelet Color Meanings

Gel bracelets have a range of controversies related to them. It is a misconception that the girl or boy wearing a gel bracelet is interested in various sex actions, with the person who snaps the bracelets. In the past, these bracelets became so popular for the wrong reason, that they were banned from some schools.

The real meaning of gel bracelet color meanings is entirely different. Gel bracelets are actually awareness bracelets for different causes, this system of awareness bracelets was started by the Lance Armstrong Foundation.

1. Yellow gel bracelet is for the awareness of cancer.

2. Pink bracelet is for the awareness of breast cancer.

3. Epilepsy awareness is done through half blue and half red gel bracelets.

4. Green color symbolizes kidney donation.

5. Diabetes awareness is done through blue gel bracelets.

6. Multiple sclerosis awareness is done through orange colored gel bracelets.

These were the various bracelet color meanings representing the gel bracelets.

Friendship Bracelet Color Meanings

As the name suggests, friendship bracelets are given to friends. There are many types of friendship bracelets, the most popular ones are the string bracelets and the bead bracelets. All friendship bracelet patterns have only one meaning, everlasting friendship. However, the colors of the friendship bracelets have different meanings, which are as follows.

1. Red colored friendship bracelet symbolizes love.
2. Pure friendship is symbolized by white friendship bracelet.
3. Happiness in friendship, or the buddy type friendship is symbolized by yellow friendship bracelet.
4. Orange friendship bracelet is meant for close friends.

These were the various bracelet color meaning representing the friendship bracelets.

Evil Eye Bracelet Color Meanings

Evil eye bracelets are meant to ward off the evil. The evil eye bracelet is just like other bracelets, but with a bit of difference. There are beads on the evil eye bracelet which have a design of inner eye painted on them. Earlier they were regarded as a charm. The most common evil eye bracelets are mainly of two colors, blue or red. Blue evil eye bracelet symbolizes hope. Red evil eye bracelet symbolizes good fortune. Other colored evil eye bracelet do not have any specific meaning, they are meant for fashion.

This was all about bracelet color meanings. Now that you know the different meanings of bracelets, think twice before accepting or giving a bracelet!

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To pep up an outfit and to be endowed with a unique style, dangle earrings can be a perfect pick. Popular in the hip-hop culture, it has become the earring that suits all occasions and outfits. Danglers in plastics for a funky look and dangle e4arrings in silver and white gold for a classy look, there are dangle earrings for any kind of look that one wishes to don. Dangle earrings are in vogue and is sported by the younger generation of today. Popular is the past and present the earrings are inextricably linked with fashion and snazzy look for centuries.

Dangle earrings are mesmerizing as they seem like a stream from the bottom of the earlobes of woman. They dangle, sway to the rhythms of the wind and captivate the beholder with their gushing charm. They are available in various lengths and patterns. Dangle earrings come with a stud attached to the “dangling” part of the earrings or sometimes attached to a hook. The dangle earring design that has hooks in them that is used to support the dangle earrings to the earlobe is called French hook design. Dangle earrings that suit the style of a person can be chosen from the wide variety of options available in the market.

Dangle earrings are available in a variety of metals and stones. Dangle earrings flow from the earlobes and accessorize modish and vintage outfits alike. They are beat suited for contemporary looks. Wires and beads are used extensively in dangle earrings and they also take the name “hangings”. Dangling earrings come in array of shapes. Dangle earrings made of crystals, beads, pearls and diamonds are captivating. Pearls used in creative designs for the earrings, render an opulence that is indisputable. Pink pearls and black pearls can give a classy look to the dangle earrings.

Diamonds are expensive and so, women prefer diamond studded dangling earrings in shorter lengths. Dangle earrings are also hailed as “addition earrings”. Addition earrings are dangle earrings that can be extended according to the desire of the one who owns it. They can be lengthened with materials like stones, wires, beaded lines, etc. dangle earrings generally designed in big shapes. Dangle earrings are synonymous with the much prevalent hip hop culture that finds repercussion in the fashion trend of the current generation.

Floral patterns, heart patterns, triangles, circles, leaves, etc, are used in designing the patterns for dangle earrings. Disk shapes are also famous in the making of the earrings. Silver and titanium dangle earrings are appropriate for parties and plastic dangle earrings give a peppy and funky look. Danglers can be made wrought from metals like gold, platinum, silver, etc. Fashionable women prefer lengthy dangle earrings but they can be harmful as they tend to be heavy.

Prevalent from the ancient times, as is evident from the Egyptian paintings, dangle earrings add to the style quotient of a woman. They also add an extra sheen to the outfit that is worn on a special occasion. Danglers that have a vintage and an antique look lend an ensemble with an enigma. Multi strand danglers can be apt for peppy occasions and events. A designer jean, an evening wear, formal dress or a casual outfit becomes pretty, vibrant and graceful with the danglers that are a style statement.

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Whenever we think of pearls, what comes to our mind is a shining pearl inside an oyster. However, not all pearls come from pearl oysters that are found in saltwater. You also find freshwater pearls that are formed inside certain species of mussels that are found in rivers, lakes and other freshwater bodies. It is difficult to tell a freshwater pearl from a saltwater one, because they all look the same. However, saltwater pearls are more expensive than their freshwater counterparts. The simple reason for this is that a major part of the freshwater pearls available in the market today are not naturally occurring but cultured.

What are Freshwater and Saltwater Pearls

Saltwater pearls are found inside species of pearl oysters, such as the Gulf pearl oyster (Pinctada radiate), Black-lip oyster (Pinctada margartifera), white-lip oyster (Pinctada maxima), the Akoya pearl oyster (Pinctada fucata), and other members of the Pinctada species. Freshwater pearls, on the other hand, are mostly harvested from a species of freshwater pearl mussel (Margaritifera margaritifera).

Saltwater pearls are superior to freshwater pearls when it comes to quality. This is because you would find more saltwater pearls that are lustrous and perfectly spherical, when compared to freshwater pearls. However, freshwater pearls are more popular because of the wide range of colors and shapes that they come in and also because they come at a much lesser price than their saltwater counterparts.

Natural Colors of Pearls

Today, you can find pearls in a range of colors, but not all colors are natural. First we shall have a look at the colors in which both freshwater and saltwater pearls occur in nature.

Freshwater Pearls

Freshwater pearls are found in a wide range of colors and they are more often irregular in shape, as compared to their saltwater counterparts. It is due to the many colors of freshwater pearls that you find such wide variety in pearl jewelry. Also, hybridization of different colored mussels has made it possible to obtain pearls in never-seen-before colors. If you look at pearls of different colors, they may all appear to be the same.

Natural freshwater pearls occur only in 3 colors: pink, white and lavender. The cultured freshwater pearls are dyed to give them darker shades of color. Now, if you’re wondering what gives a pearl its natural color, then let me tell you that the color of the pearl is mainly determined by the species of mussel and the temperature of the water. The natural color of a pearl is determined by the color of the shell in which it is formed. The three natural colors of freshwater pearls are white, pink and lavender. You can have a look at the different colors of freshwater pearls, given above.

Saltwater Pearls

Saltwater pearls are classified into three main types: Akoya pearls, Tahitian pearls and South Sea pearls. Each of these pearls come in different colors, where the color depends on the species of pearl oyster that produces the pearl. Let us learn a little about each one of them.

Akoya Pearls

Akoya pearls are found in the waters surrounding Japan and are renowned for their luster. These pearls grow to a maximum of 8mm and vary widely in size, color and luster. The most common colors found in Akoya pearls are cream, silver, pink and white.

Tahitian Pearls

Found in the Pacific Ocean, the Tahitian pearl is produced by the black-lipped pearl oyster and can grow up to 10mm in size. A characteristic feature of the Tahitian pearl is its thick nacre layer. Most of these pearls are, however, not exactly round, but baroque-shaped. Tahitian pearls are mostly found in shades of gray and are rarely black in color. However, these pearls are referred to as “black pearls” because of their relatively darker shades.

South Sea Pearls

South Sea pearls are the largest saltwater pearls and can grow up to 13mm in diameter. There are two sub-species of oysters that produce these pearls and they are the gold-lipped oyster and the silver-lipped oyster. As the name suggests, the South Sea pearls are found in the Southern hemisphere, near Australia and the waters surrounding Indonesia. The South Sea pearls are mostly white, tan, gray, yellow or golden in color.

Artificial Colors of Pearls

However, not all colors are natural, and some pearls are dyed to given them the desired colors. These are available in colors like pink, browns, greens, blue, lavender, red, cream and yellow, in addition to white. So, what are the different methods to impart these shades to the pearls? Well, the pearls are dyed, chemically treated or irradiated for the colors. No matter what the mode of coloring, the color is almost always permanent! Freshwater pearls are found in a wide range of artificial colors, but saltwater pearls are not. Given above are few of the most popular artificial colors in which pearls are found in the market.

Today, the freshwater pearls are of a much higher quality than that produced around a few decades ago. Traditionally, pearl oysters have been the sole source of pearls. However, recently pearls produced by freshwater mussels have taken over the market worldwide.

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