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We hear a lot about items passed down through generations that are deeply cherished by families and hold a lot of sentimental value. These items are all heirlooms, yet as modern society and cultures advance, the word ‘heirloom’ has become associated with objects passed on that hold not only sentimental value, but monetary value. These kinds of things tend to fall under the categories of jewelry, antiques and luxury designer clothing.  Over the years, there have been many weird and wonderful artifacts left to loved ones. William Shakespeare left his second favorite bed to his wife… not his favorite, his...

Have you ever worn a piece of jewelry that you purchased solely for aesthetics,  and found people staring at you everywhere you go? We’re not talking the kind of, “wow, what a gorgeous necklace,” type of a stare, it’s the judgmental, “WHY are you wearing that necklace?” kind.  Well, it turns out that the reason has less to do with your taste in accessories and more with appropriate representation. Many of the jewelry shapes we encounter day-to-day actually have a deeper religious, cultural, or historical context that is no longer common knowledge. Ignoring the symbolic meaning of your jewelry puts...

We all know Valentine’s Day as that day in the middle of February where loved ones take the time to show each other love and appreciation through gifts, fancy dinners and romantic gestures. Kids at school take the time to make cards for each other (and their secret crushes), romantic partners order flowers and partake in fancy dinners and, of course, there are those who go completely against the theme of romance to binge horror films and engage in other non-romantic activities to show their opposition to the tradition.  But where did Valentine’s Day traditions originate? It may surprise some...

Many of us have had at least one heirloom passed down to us from our (great) grandparents. Be it a brass ring or a brooch, these treasured tokens are loved and cherished as they are a unique thing connecting us to our past loved ones.  Jewelry pieces have most often been used as heirlooms because of their monetary value, their aesthetics, and their durability. Heirloom jewelry pieces are also often either gifts, hand-crafted items, and/or bought and manufactured on special occasions, so their sentimental value rises, as well. A common misconception is that heirlooms NEED to be something ridiculously expensive...

Everyone has their favorite pieces of jewelry and, of course, these are the pieces you always remove before hopping in the shower and attempt to polish with your top when you’re sitting watching TV. But do you really know how to take care of your precious accessories? Our jewelry care guide aims to give you a few pointers on how to look after your jewelry and keep it clean.  Protecting Your Jewelry To avoid buildup of dirt and grime on your jewelry, it's always recommended to remove all items when applying beauty products, including makeup, perfume and hairspray. Perfume and...