The History of Engagement Rings from Gemvara

Happy Friday. This infographic on the history of engagement rings from Gemvara is great. It wasn't always diamonds and platinum with engagement rings. Popular choices in history include rubies, claddagh rings and even thimbles. In the graphic below, you will find out why it's custom to wear the ring on your fourth finger, what the 4 C's are in picking a gem and much more.

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Shopping by Color : Wedding Jewelry in Black and Grey with Yellow

It's Tuesday once again, so that means we're back with another round-up for the Shopping by Color feature. Today we're focusing on wedding jewelry in black and grey with pops of yellow. And, like each shopping feature, I'm calling all other designers to please leave us a link to your wedding jewelry in black, grey and/or yellow for all to see - simply leave a comment with the url to your item. And, don't forget - even though we're featuring a specific color combo here, each shop features many more styles and colors to choose from so please be sure to click on over to their site to see all the goodies they offer.

Lemon Yellow Poppy Flowers Earrings | Sora Designs | $26.50 | Ships Worldwide

Striking Yellow Rose on Black Cameo - Large Filigree Ring | Eternal Autumn | $14 | Ships Worldwide

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Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something BLUE

From Kate: As the old adage goes, brides everywhere cannot overlook four key elements on their wedding day; something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue! Jewelry is a great way to add a touch of this all-important color to the wedding day mix. Please enjoy a small sample from Margo Siegel PR's beautiful, blue fine jewelry options. {please note: yes, the prices are quite steep for many, but all girls love to dream, right? And, you never know - the ring below would even make a GREAT wedding band.}
Dana Rebecca Designs Melissa Louise Ring - 14K Black Rhodium with Sapphire - $1,320

Dana Rebecca Designs Jessica Blair Earrings - 14K White Gold with Diamonds, Sapphire and Fresh Water Pearls - $2,640.00

CALEO 18K Yellow Gold Pinch Cocktail Ring with Rose Cut Lapis and Diamonds - $1,650

MEUS Designs Sapphire Drop Earrings - 18K Gold and Blackened Silver with Blue Sapphire - $4,940.00