Jun 22
White Gold Engagement Rings
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White gold is an alloy of pure gold and such metals as silver, nickel or palladium. White gold engagement rings are sometimes plated with rhodium which gives a pale luminescence. However, rhodium coating wears away soon and should be replaced each five years which requires about $50.

White gold is measured in karats. The quality stamp – 9K, 14K or 18K – is placed inside the ring band. While engagement rings with 9K gold is less expensive for the low content of gold (in the ratio 3:5 with alloy metal such as silver), 18K rings contain about 75% pure gold and are considered more elite.

In the USA white gold engagement rings gained their popularity after World War II, due to the lack of platinum which had been the favorite setting before. Women prefer white gold to yellow, as it matches nearly any other piece of jewelry. Though white gold engagement rings aren’t so durable as platinum ones, they have their incontestable benefits. Thus, white gold engagement rings are rather cheap (if compared with platinum), which allows to spend more money on a more refined diamond and choose some sophisticated vintage setting. On average white gold is four times cheaper than platinum. In addition, white gold engagement rings are stronger than yellow gold rings, as well as lighter in weight than platinum ones.

However, white gold engagement rings also have some disadvantages that should be taken into account beforehand. For example, if the alloy contains nickel, the ring can cause allergic reaction which includes skin itching, discoloration and swelling while contacting the metal. According to the statistics, around 20% of population is allergic to nickel. Palladium alloy is a good alternative, but such engagement rings cost more.

White gold engagement rings are usually protected against harsh household cleaner and bleach. They should also be removed in swimming pools or hot tubs because of negative impact of chlorine.

Jun 8

Diamond engagement rings have considerably grown in popularity among those loving couples who can afford them. Due to its versatility, diamond can be cut in a great variety of ways, forming different splendid shapes and varying the design of engagement rings.

One of the most famous styles of engagement rings is the Princess cut. Combining the sparkle of the brilliant cut polished sides with the step cut unique design, Princess cut engagement rings belong to the mixed cut which is one of the latest innovation in diamond jewelry. With perfectly formed ridges along the edges of the diamond, the Princess cut engagement rings feature about 50 facets that is less than in engagement rings with classic round cut, but more than the brilliant cut like Baguette or Emerald.

Princess cut diamonds are commonly set with pronged corners, for they are too vulnerable to damage due to their square shape. The stones are either placed parallel to the band of the ring or angled in order to emphasize the shape of the diamond. Another type of the mixed cut – the Radiant cut – is similar to the Princess cut, except its rounded corners, which make engagement rings of this design more resistible to chips. One more version of the princess cut engagement rings is setting the stones in the band instead of holding them with prongs.

Very often Princess cut engagement rings are set with additional stones serving to accentuate the brilliance of the center diamond. The most widespread versions are a square central stone with symmetrical trillium cut side stones and additional smaller diamonds of emerald, baguette or princess cut.

Princess cut style of engagement rings let jewelers use imperfect stones with flaws or inclusions, as this design contributes to hiding all possible defects of the stone. That is why princess cut engagement rings frequently have reasonable prices and are mostly affordable. The square shape of diamond in such engagement rings requires less hours to cut and polish the stone, because it is very similar to the natural crystal structure of the stone. Therefor princess cut engagement rings can be considered the cheapest diamond engagement rings.

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Jun 3
Wedding Sexy Lingerie
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What are the most important days in the life of every woman? Her birthday and wedding, that’s all. Well, there are not much. So, it is very important that everything will be excellent these days. And if your birthday party may be every year, the wedding will be only once (or twice in 5 or 10 years). Want to make this day ideal?

Everybody is busy, prepares invitations, food and presents. Of course, it is not easy days for you, but the most of all you want to look great. No, I am wrong. The most of all you want feel great! Of course, you have already chosen a wedding dress and now just need some accessories. But what makes a woman feel pretty and self-confident? Of course, the things which only she knows about (and probably her fiance). Wedding sexy lingerie make you feel pretty and attractive, so why not choose this type of clothing right now?

As a rule, wedding sexy lingerie are white or cream-colored, in oder to accentuate the beauty of a wedding dress. Soft and delicate these silk sexy lingerie help you to emphasize your merits. Thus, those who want to look slimmer should choose among such adult sexy lingerie as bustiers, bodies or corsets. It is very important to choose the right size of these types of wedding sexy lingerie, otherwise it may even have converse effect. For example, if you choose too small bustier or corset, it will be too tight for you, your shoulders become bigger and you will feel uncomfortable for the whole party, because it will pinch your breasts. So, don’t buy these wedding sexy lingerie by eye via Internet. Try every model on in order to find the right one.

On the whole, choosing wedding sexy lingerie the main criteria for you should be your comfort, because it will not be an easy day. Numerous traditions, photo session, congratulations and reception. Dances all night long and at last you are alone with your sweetheart and… so tired that your only desire is to fall asleep immediately. But don’t be upset concerning this. According to numerous surveys more that 57% of newly wedded couples confessed that slept in their first night and… repaired an omission during their honey-moon. But notwithstanding the end of your wedding day, wedding sexy lingerie help you to feel really attractive this day! And many, many others.

Jun 1
Gold Engagement Rings
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White gold is an alloy of pure gold and such metals as silver, nickel or palladium. White gold engagement rings are sometimes plated with rhodium which gives a pale luminescence. However, rhodium coating wears away soon and should be replaced each five years which requires about $50.

White gold is measured in karats. The quality stamp – 9K, 14K or 18K – is placed inside the ring band. While engagement rings with 9K gold is less expensive for the low content of gold (in the ratio 3:5 with alloy metal such as silver), 18K rings contain about 75% pure gold and are considered more elite.

In the USA white gold engagement rings gained their popularity after World War II, due to the lack of platinum which had been the favorite setting before. Women prefer white gold to yellow, as it matches nearly any other piece of jewelry. Though white gold engagement rings aren’t so durable as platinum ones, they have their incontestable benefits. Thus, white gold engagement rings are rather cheap (if compared with platinum), which allows to spend more money on a more refined diamond and choose some sophisticated vintage setting. On average white gold is four times cheaper than platinum. In addition, white gold engagement rings are stronger than yellow gold rings, as well as lighter in weight than platinum ones.

However, white gold engagement rings also have some disadvantages that should be taken into account beforehand. For example, if the alloy contains nickel, the ring can cause allergic reaction which includes skin itching, discoloration and swelling while contacting the metal. According to the statistics, around 20% of population is allergic to nickel. Palladium alloy is a good alternative, but such engagement rings cost more.

White gold engagement rings are usually protected against harsh household cleaner and bleach. They should also be removed in swimming pools or hot tubs because of negative impact of chlorine.