Posted by Monica on November 3, 2011 -
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The name that launched a thousand careers. That term just might apply to Janet Goldman, Founder and CEO of Fragments, Inc. Based in NYC, Fragments has been a taste arbiter since 1984…
Posted by Monica on June 8, 2011 -
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It seems like a perfect fit: you, a retail-is-for-suckers kind of person, plus gorgeous designer jewelry at 25-75% off the suggested retail price should equal a match made in heaven, right? But…
Posted by Monica on March 28, 2011 -
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Even if current jewelry design is quite modern, the materials are very ancient: most precious gems were discovered and used long ago in the age-old ritual of human adornment. So when a new gem is discovered…
Posted by Monica on December 20, 2010 -
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I get approached by a number of online retailers, wanting to get a mention or a link. But unless I have personal experience with ordering and receiving great quality merchandise, I can’t in good conscience recommend someone or something sight-unseen. So when…
Posted by Monica on December 7, 2010 -
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You thought you could never be happier than when he first slipped that ring on your finger! You had your ring, and your love…forever! But now it’s 14 years later, and…
Posted by Monica on October 8, 2010 -
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I want to shout out a couple of amazing retailers and manufacturers who have special offers in the month of October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. These are a great way to fashionably treat yourself, and do something wonderful at the same time…
Posted by Monica on September 21, 2010 -
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It seems that every time I meet up with a group of busy women who know about my passion for jewelry, the talk turns to rings. Specifically, rings that are beautiful and don’t get in their way. No one wants to change their lifestyle…
Posted by Monica on June 10, 2010 -
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Here are the Top 5 Trends for engagement ring designs that I have seen online, in stores, and on people’s hands…
Posted by Monica on May 17, 2010 -
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I have been ushered into an inner sanctum in the heart of the Diamond District of 47th St, NYC. And my life may never be the same. I first stumbled upon Leon Mege and his custom platinum ring designs online…
Posted by Monica on May 10, 2010 -
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On a recent trip to NYC, I had the distinct pleasure of visiting Greenwich Jewelers in Downtown Manhattan. I maintain a list of independent jewelry retailers across the country so that I can refer readers if they need help with jewelry…