Fashion Trends 2010: Jewelry is Going Green

 

The year 2009 is almost upon us and as with every year, a new day brings a new fashion trend. Jewelry is going green this year and natural material will top the list of must haves. Conflict Free Diamonds and green materials will reign on the top of the jewelry list and wearing them will be all about drowning yourself in accessories.

The 2010 fashion trend for jewelry offers a sort of celebration for Mother Earth and this celebration is nothing less than huge. Large socially conscious jewelry pieces created from natural materials will don the necks, wrists and maybe even the waists of some of the most fashion forward people in the world. The point is to look smaller than your jewelry and 2010 fashion trend jewelry offers just that effect.

Gems are also moving toward the natural and thus the wild. The worldly nature of gem jewelry tends to focus more this year on bringing the 2009 fashion trend for jewelry out of America and into the world market. Traditional African styles are on the top of this list, on of the most popular is the Dreams of Africa ® Diamond Pendant by Whiteflash. Another bonus to purchasing jewelry items from Whiteflash.com can be found in their charity focused sub lines, Dreams of Africa and AWEAR: Jewelry for Conscious Kids.  What is so unbelievably unique about these lines is that a substantial portion of the proceeds from sales, 100% profit from Dreams of Africa and 25% from AWEAR items, goes to support children in nations hit hard by the blood diamond trade.  Gifting with a cause is another powerful trend that stretches hard earned dollars way beyond their face value.  In a time when conscious spending is paramount, this perk makes you feel good about spending.

 

This holiday season Whiteflash is beginning an initiative to educate consumers about conflict diamonds and how to purchase socially conscious gifts for your loved ones this holiday. Whiteflash.com introduces “Green Love” this holiday season. As an online e-tailor we know that it is all about your peace of mind and your wallet. Right now if you order any Whiteflash conflict free diamond during the period of November 29^th to January 25^th you will be automatically entered to win your choice of Mini Dreams of Africa pendant or Dreams of Africa ® earrings made with Whiteflash A Cut Above ® melee diamonds in your choice of white or yellow gold. Two lucky winners will be selected.

For the younger crowd, charms and brilliant gems are still on top of the list. These all time favorites do not seem to be moving from the top for a long time in the future, either. It seems the younger generation has found something it likes in fashion jewelry trends and plans on sticking with it.

Ladies, 2010 is the year of our Mother Earth and the celebration will be large. The time has come to throw out those large silver hoops, leave the chain belts behind and scrap the layered metal necklaces. This year wearing natural materials such green jewelry and conflict free diamonds are what the in crowd will be wearing.

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The Cameron Diamond Engagement Ring Wins With Customer

Dear Whiteflash Sales Team,

 

OK, so, I have no words - just squeals of excitement!  It probably took me twice as long to get to work this morning because I was driving like 30mph staring at my ring the whole time!  It is absolutely everything I imagined and dreamed for - I can not tell you how much I am in love with this diamond ring!!  Thank you, thank you, thank you, for somehow getting inside my head and creating my most perfect ring!  Please pass on my gratitude to all involved!
I can not wait to show my husband and all my friends, my coworkers have been waiting to see and agree it is just beautiful and completely suits me.

AHHHHH!  I LOVE IT!!!

Will take some pics over the weekend, it fits like a glove with my scattered band, just sitting perfectly high enough and flush against it - a perfect match! 

Much love, Whiteflash!

Debra

 

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2009 TMR Holiday Gift Guide for Men

Hate holiday shopping at the mall? So do we. Who wants to fight screaming mobs of people in frigid temperatures and wait in uber-long lines just to buy dad yet another tie? If you prefer shopping from the cozy comfort of your own home, office or cell phone, we’re your go-to source this holiday season.

For all the men on your list this year – young, old or young-at-heart – we’ve got you covered. This year, we’re offering the true mother-load of gifts ranging from personalized pub signs, barware and sports memorabilia to grilling, camping, hunting and tailgating gear – and much, much more. Take our advice, and skip those malls and save your sanity this year. If the men in your life want it, we’ve got it – and you can get it all online, right here.

Here’s just a sampling of some of our most popular holiday gifts for 2009 for TheManRegistry.com:

Personalized Gifts

Personalized Custom Christmas Gifts

Want to impress the men, brothers, father’s, father-in-laws and friends on your list this year? What could be better than a personalized gift with with their own name or initials emblazoned on it? Not much, if you ask us. Explore our range of personalized gift items here: Pub Signs, Golf Kits, MLB Sports Sets, Coaster Sets, Beer Mugs, Bottle Openers, Koozies, Coolers, Leathermans, Grooming Kits, Zippos, Flash Drives, Money Clips, Watches, more

Home Bar Gifts

Christmas Gifts for the Home Bar

Cheers! There’s no better way to support your own drinking habits and ring in the new year – than by making sure your friends and family have the proper supplies to get their holiday drink on. Browse our selection of bar gifts here: Bar Stools, Books and Tools, Beer Boots, Beer Pong, Koozies, Cigars, Coasters, Coolers, Bar Signs, Drink Makers, Drinkware, Flasks, Pub Tables, Wine Glasses, Cork Skrews, more

Gifts for the Outdoorsman

Christmas Gifts for the Outdoorsman

Real men don’t get cold, right? If the men on your list are always outside – either hunting, camping, grilling or tailgating at a football game – when it’s only 20 degrees, these are the gifts for you. Check out our gifts for a wide range of outdoor activities: Backyard, Patio, Cabela’s Gift Cards, Camping Gear, Hiking Gear, Fishing Equipment, Hunting Equipment, Tailgating, Water Sports

 

Check out the full list of amazing gifts here!

 

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Bonhams to auction world's second-largest pearl

What is believed to be the world’s second-largest documented pearl is being auctioned by Bonhams Auction House on December 6. Valued between $300,000 and $400,000, the five-pound gem found off the coast of the Philippines is a human-brain-shaped-pearl and is accompanied by the lower half of its original giant clamshell. Dubbed the “Palawan Princess,” the gem is next to the 14-pound “Pearl of Allah” in size. Known for its reputation for holding auctions of items in various categories, the auction house is also putting up a diverse array of objects d’art, unusual gemstones, and gold, gold nuggets and native metals for auction.

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Lean Financial Times Gives Boost To Purchase of Higher Quality Goods For Holidays

According to a recent poll by the National Retail Federation, “53% of Americans say they will be spending less money this Holiday season.”  Being in the throws of such challenging economic times, it’s hard to fathom that people are even thinking of shopping for the upcoming Holiday. Well think again! As the great musician Kerry King said, “The show must go on”— and so it will, just a little more fine tuned. This upcoming Holiday people are not totally swearing off of buying gifts for loved ones, but they are shopping with a strategy and are being more discriminating with their purchases. Quality over quantity and less is more will be the mantras controlling consumer’s wallets spelling good news for fine jewelry retailers.

 

Jean Chatzky, financial editor for NBC's Today show, reported a key shopping trend during an October 21 appearance on NBC’s Today show. Chatzky stated that “Consumers will cut back on the overall number of

gifts they buy but, will probably buy a higher quality gift for each person.” She also went on to make the point that consumers need to have a game plan and a budget in mind when shopping.  Feeding off of this trend means encouraging sales forecasts for retailers of fine jewelry due to the lasting and personal sentiments attached to such gifts. 

 

In a sea of choices, where does one get the best bang for their buck when looking for quality “bling” on a shoestring? According to the online internet research website eMarketer.com, “This year online holiday sales(excluding travel) will total 32.1 billion, up 10.1% over 2007 and 49% of holiday gift spending among US Internet users will occur online, compared with 44% in stores.” 

 

One such online resource WhiteFlash.com, a premier online diamond jewelry retailer, offers a plethora of items that put the personal touch back in gifting.  Delivering unique and affordable gifts for any budget, this site is known for its impeccable service and high quality goods.  Another bonus to purchasing jewelry items here can be found in their charity focused sub lines, Dreams of Africa and AWEAR: Jewelry for Conscious Kids.  What is so unbelievably unique about these lines is that a substantial portion of the proceeds from sales, 100% profit from Dreams of Africa and 25% from AWEAR items, goes to support children in nations hit hard by the blood diamond trade.  Gifting with a cause is another powerful trend that stretches hard earned dollars way beyond their face value.  In a time when conscious spending is paramount, this perk makes you feel good about spending.

 

So regardless of your budget this Holiday, make your dollars count and remember that the most gratifying part of giving is the sentiment behind the gift.

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Will The Rich Will Rescue Christmas?

It looks like luxury retail is getting ready for a comeback. Shoppers in enviable tax brackets are doing a better job of prying their wallets open, at least if you can believe their stock prices. Brick and mortar stores like Tiffany and Saks as well as online e-tailors like Whiteflash.com all show signs of progress heading into Black Friday, meaning that investors were willing to bet on the wealthy.

Dan Greenhaus, chief economic strategist at Miller Tabak, explained to USA Today, "We're resting our (upbeat outlook) on the upper-income consumer, who seems to be holding up pretty well." This group, he continued, "is where the vast majority of spending in this country is done."

Research firm Penn Schoen Berland weighed in with agreement: "Well-to-do Americans are feeling much less of a crunch." Households with incomes of greater than $70,000 a year, the firm found, planned to amp up their holiday spending by 27 percent this year. Those with incomes below $40,000 are cutting their holiday joy by 14 percent.

While the bargain hunters turn to the discount retailers, which are expected to do well this year, look for the higher-income consumers to spend more at places like Williams-Sonoma and other mid-range to upscale retail establishments.

So, with deeper pockets starting to open this year, it looks like the wealthy will turn last year's holiday bust around. A good holiday season for Saks shows that those with the bucks are starting to open up, and recoveries start at the top.

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Diamond Buying Made Easy with Whiteflash.com

 

What a great diamond buying experience from Whiteflash! Their employees are extremely helpful and run like clockwork. From my diamond buying assistance with Liza to their shipping department, every process was well documented by e-mail. Who ever thought buying a diamond online would be so easy!

At first I was skeptical of purchasing a diamond online, but with so many great reviews from diamond forums, I decided to give them a try. I would highly recommend their ACA brilliant rounds. They are such beautiful diamonds for a price much less than other premium branded Hearts and Arrow round diamonds that will not set your "Wallet on Fire." You really can't go wrong with a Whiteflash ACA diamond.

Thanks to the Whiteflash team for their time and kind assistance. I will certainly be doing business with you again in the future

 

Peter

 

 

 

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