Rachel Corrine's Blog – October 2010 Archive (11)

Here in the US, we may have to worry about the best man getting too drunk at the reception or the wedding cake turning out wrong, but we certainly don't have the problems brides in other countries have. The BBC reported that 60 people died at a wedding in Afghanistan when the roof collapsed! Read more about the unfortunate event here:



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Whether it comes to crystal for your wedding registry, gifts for your groomsmen, or a token of your gratitude for your mother-in-law to be, Tiffany and Co. has a great product line and does a killer job producing wedding rings, however; the jewelry manufacturer

should also be commended for something else, their super brilliant marketing

campaign. For the past century, women have gone gaga over the thought of

receiving that “little…

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Platinum is luxurious, platinum is sexy. Popularized in the early part of the 1900s, it continues to be one of the most desired metals for wedding and engagement rings, but it’s high price makes it out of reach for a lot of us, and what is more, it seems that as time goes on, platinum’s price will continue to rise. The good news is that this means your platinum wedding rings will not lose value over the years, but with prices… Continue

Antiques are not just for your home! There is a lot of buzz regarding vintage or antique wedding rings and engagement rings. Detailed carvings in precious metals and vintage style diamond and gemstone cuts are becoming more popular, because in comparison to modern designs, they exude romance. Micro-pave work, bezel settings, milgrain edges, and engraved patterns are the vintage design elements seen in more and more modern day… Continue

Recently, pop singer Beyonce, was trashed for wearing over sized gold earrings. Not because they were visually over-the-top, but because there is a growing sentiment that gold is bad for the environment. This is not true for all gold, but much of the mining occurs in biologically rare places of the world, such as threatened rain forests. Not only does the act of mining tear apart the landscape and threaten poor animal homes, but hazardous materials like mercury can seep into the ground water… Continue

Hey all! While researching the popularity of antique wedding rings I have discovered that they are hotter than ever! I had thought that perhaps brides love the idea of where an antique ring has traveled and the love stories associated with them, but the reality is that most "antique" rings that are purchased are BRAND SPANKING NEW!



What does this mean?? That it is not the age or individual history that the bride loves, but… Continue

Thanks to eco-beautiful weddings, we get this incredible idea for a bridal bouquet using jewelry! What a great way to save the planet and imbue creativity into your ceremony (with jewels no less!).

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How cool is this Lego inspired wedding ring? Love the photo she took with the bride and groom attached :)

Photos by: Color Me Katie







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I love titanium wedding rings because they are really durable...and really inexpensive! This one has brushed finish and square shaped band that makes it super simple, yet really unique. I wish I had one!

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I already loved titanium for men's wedding rings because it is super easy on the wallet and sooo strong. Let's face it, sure guys know how fancy platinum is, but most men don't care much about what metal their ring is made from, they just want it to be masculine, strong, and comfortable. Not only is titanium all of this and more, but it is soooo much less expensive than gold or platinum! Check out this killer black titanium ring with a… Continue

We all love a large carat brilliant diamond engagement ring, but what do you do when you can’t afford the carat that you crave? If this is a problem for you, here are a few ways to maximize your dollars. Today, while traditional options are

still very popular, the current wedding jewelry trends lean towards

alternative metals and gemstones that can really save you serious

cash. If you want inexpensive rings with flare,

consider these options……

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