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Mistakes To Avoid When Buying Jewellery*

04th July 2022

Jewellery can vary in price from a few pounds for little earrings and ornamental rings to hundreds of thousands of pounds for luxury items (or more). The urge to look good or show off is balanced by the concern of spending too much money, and the struggle leads many people to purchase the wrong thing. Here are some common jewellery-buying mistakes and what to do differently.

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Forgetting Quality Is Important 

Too many people have purchased a low-cost silver-coloured ring only to have an adverse response to the nickel or other materials used. Overemphasizing price vs value results in someone owning an off colour diamond because it has a particular amount of carats or an odd form of gold because it is less expensive than 14K and 18K gold, both of which hold their worth for centuries. Compare the cost of the jewellery to its long-term worth. Cheap jewellery that you toss away, keep having to fix, or regret owning two years later isn’t worth the modest price you paid for it. If the owner intends to wear the jewellery for a lifetime, only purchase items that will endure that long. This might mean paying more, but it will be worth it. 

Not Thinking About Size 

If you’re not thinking about the size of the piece of jewellery you buy, you could be making a big mistake. Of course, if you buy a necklace and it’s too long or short, you can add links to it in many cases. The same can be true of bracelets. However, if you buy a ring that doesn’t fit, you’ll need to pay to have it resized, and that can be expensive, not to mention the fact that you – or the person you bought it for – won’t be able to wear it. 

Of course, the piece of jewellery itself is not the only thing to consider when we talk about size. The stones are also a crucial element to think about. For every one carat that a diamond increases, for example, the price also increases – a lot. Rather than buying the biggest stone you can see and paying a fortune for it, why not look at a slightly smaller one. The difference in price between a 1.9-carat diamond and a two-carat diamond is huge, but the two look identical to the naked eye. 

Not Letting Your Tastes Dictate What You Buy 

As with everything, from clothes to how you decorate your home, there are trends. These trends come and go and with them, the ability to keep your wardrobe or home décor the same without it looking distinctly out of date. You then have to spend money and take time to make changes to keep up with the new trends. The same is true of jewellery. 

So why not forget this altogether? Why not ignore the trends and instead just buy what you like and what you think looks good? If you want a plain piece of jewellery or a fancy one, a colourful one, or a specific item so you look at small Monroe piercing jewelry options, that’s what you should have. 

The less you worry about trends and keeping up with fashion, and the more you think about buying things that you just like and that you’ll be happy to wear for a long time to come, the more comfortable you’ll be, and the happier you’ll be with your purchases. You won’t suddenly regret them when you notice no one else is wearing them anymore. 

Not Understanding The Different Metals 

When you’re shopping for jewellery, you should always know what it’s made of. If the seller doesn’t say what the designs are made of, it’s probably not silver, gold, rose gold, or another precious metal. If you don’t understand something, you should always ask before buying, especially for more expensive items.

Even if a piece of jewellery looks like gold or silver, that doesn’t mean it’s made of those metals. Especially if a piece of jewellery looks like gold but isn’t very expensive, it’s probably not gold at all; at best, it will only be extremely thin gold plate. Gold is a very expensive metal, and you can’t buy cheap gold jewellery. 

Base metal jewellery, like brass or nickel, won’t last long and may discolour your skin over time. It could even cause allergic reactions or worse, which is especially true of nickel, which you should avoid wearing as much as possible. Thinly plated jewellery can get worn down to the base metal pretty quickly.

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The Case for Coloured Diamonds*

01st May 2022

When thinking about diamonds it is natural that your mind would wander immediately to pure, crystal clear glittering beauty. The idea of coloured diamonds may seem quite alien; it certainly was to me, however there is a whole rainbow of naturally coloured diamonds out there- be it yellow, green, or even pink there is a coloured diamond out there for everyone and there are good reasons to move away from tradition and give them a go.

Images from Astteria, luxury jewellers and retails of coloured diamonds

Prestige: One reason to consider coloured diamonds is how prestigious they are; royalty has sported them for years, as well as top celebrities such as Beyonce and Victoria Beckham. Therefore, owning and wearing coloured diamond jewellery can bring with it a celebrity like image.

Impact: Of course a well cut, hefty carat traditional diamond will cause a stir when the wearer presents it, but with a coloured diamond you could command just as much attention whilst sporting a far more delicate piece of jewellery. A coloured diamond will cause intrigue and also serve as a conversation starter at social events.

Investment Opportunity: The purchase of coloured diamonds brings with it a sound investment. Because of their relative rarity and increasing demand the value of these gems is going up and up. Buy your beauty and wear it now, knowing you also have something to fall back on in the future should it be required.

Individuality: There is a coloured diamond out there to suit everyone’s taste and budget. With a dozen recognised colours, some being rarer than others it is easy to find something you will love and that will suit your personality. Prices will vary depending on the rarity of your chosen colour, but if you are in to unique jewellery and making a statement then this is definitely an avenue to explore.

For a trusted UK stockist of coloured diamonds, and to get a better idea of what is available visit Astteria and browse their extensive range.

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3 Things To Know Before Going To College*

23rd March 2022
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Going to college is considered a right of passage for many people. It signals the beginning of adulthood and earning independence. It’s also the first step in obtaining a career.

Naturally, it’s not a decision that should be taken lightly. You’ll need to consider multiple things when making your choice, including:

  • Which areas you’re interested in, such as tech.
  • How much it’ll cost.
  • Whether you have the grades to be accepted.

Each of these can be obvious factors. They’re far from the only ones, however. You’ll need to consider several other aspects before going to college.

Three in particular stand out.

What To Know Before Going To College: 3 Important Factors

Pick The Right Accommodation

If you’re going to college more than a certain distance away, you’ll need to find somewhere to stay while you’re attending. Though many institutions offer on-campus accommodation, that isn’t always an appropriate option.

It may be too expensive for some college students. That doesn’t mean that finding short term student accommodation needs to be hard, however.

You’ll have plenty of resources available to you. The college itself may even offer help and advice with this.

Make sure that you compare several options before making a decision. It’s also recommended that you try to secure the lease as early as possible.

Accommodation can be booked out in the weeks ahead of the academic year.

Bring The Right Things

After picking the right accommodation for you, you’ll need to ensure that you bring all of the right belongings with you. That’ll vary from person to person.

Part of this involves the materials and supplies that you may need for your course. It’s also worth bringing any home necessities or creature comforts if you find that your accommodation lacks them.

You should also consider bringing:

  • Comfortable daily wear for classes.
  • Laptop and phone.
  • Bathroom supplies.
  • A formal outfit for special occasions.

You could have a few other things you might want to bring. Consider what you’ll need during your typical daily life.

Find Out What To Do On & Off Campus

When you’re going to college, studying and going to class aren’t the only things you’ll do. You’ll want to have a social life and do extracurricular activities throughout your academic years.

Figuring out what you can do both on and off-campus at a particular institution is vital. If you’re going out of state, then that’s particularly true.

The college’s website will have plenty of information about what you can do on campus. To find out what you can do off-campus, a quick online search will be helpful.

It may be worth focusing on things that you’re already interested in. It could be a great way of making some new friends at college, especially when you’re going out of town.

What To Know Before Going To College: Wrapping Up

Before going to college, you’ll need to ensure that you make the right decision. You’ll have to keep multiple factors in mind when making the choice.

That doesn’t mean that it needs to be a complicated one, however. By concentrating on a few key areas, you shouldn’t have a problem picking the right college for you.

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Low Effort Spring Cleaning To Brighten Up Your Home*

21st February 2022
Photo by Daiga Ellaby on Unsplash

Everybody thinks that spring cleans have to take up loads of time and effort; however that is just isn’t the case! Instead, there are strategies you can use to get amazing results without much hard work at all. Just keep reading to find out what they are. 

Deal with dust by investing in an air purifier /HEPA filter

Now, you may expect a lecture on how you have to thoroughly dust all of your surfaces and move items of furniture to get your home clean. Of course there is nothing wrong with doing this at all as it will help to make your home cleaner and a more pleasant place to live. 

However you can help lighten the load of dusting and minimise the need for deep cleans by investing in two items. The first is an air purifier. This is a device that sucks in air and filters it so all the tiny particles of dust get caught in the filter and so are no longer circulating your home. 

Working on a similar principle a vacuum with a HEPA filter will also capture dust and allergen particles instead of just moving them around in your home, something that means you will need to dust less over time. 

Hire a carpet cleaner 

If the thought of getting down on your knees to scrub your carpets doesn’t appeal then hiring a machine that can do this for you is a great way to save time and effort. 

Carpet cleaners can often be rented from DIY stores, and you can purchase the right kind of shampoo solution. They work by pushing water and cleaning products into the fibres of your carpet at high pressure which helps to free up any dirt particles stuck in the fibres. 

Get your windows cleaned 

Another very effective way of using cleaning to brighten up your home is to attend to your windows, both inside and out. Unfortunately this is a task that many people dread and so put off as much as possible. After all, getting that perfect streak-free finish can be a real challenge. 

The good news is that you can reap all the benefits of clean windows, without ever having to break a sweat! All you need to do is find a provider like Labor Panes that offer window cleaning services. They’ll even do your gutters and pressure wash the outside of your house too, to make sure every aspect of it shines! 

Steam your kitchen 

Lastly, if you want your home to truly sparkle you won’t want to forget your kitchen! Happily, you can get your kitchen clean with the minimum of effort, not by scrubbing down kitchen surfaces, but by using steam power to get your kitchen floors, surfaces, and even appliances as clean and hygienic as possible instead. 

There are many steam appliances that you can use for this purpose, including handheld steamers, and even things like the kitchen Mama which combines the power of steam and white cleaning vinegar to make wiping off all the baked-on food inside your microwave as easy as possible. 

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BLACK DIAMONDS TAKING OVER THE TREND*

17th February 2022

Diamonds are known for its spectrum of vibrant colours like the scorching heat of ruby, a ruby is one of the most durable and rare types of gemstones that typically looks a pink-ish red to blood-red. Coloured gemstone, like the “Black Diamond” are also extremely rare because of the one of a kind structure and colour that makes this diamond unique and popular to the jewellery industry. This is less expensive compared to the array of colourful diamonds. The colour black has something of a positive connotation to the people, that makes a diamond-human connection. Wearing black diamond jewellery has a significant impact on the wearer not just symbolising power and simplicity but strength and boldness. There is no question why people continue to purchase something black just like the Black Diamonds of the Bova Company.

The sale of black diamonds in the industry is on the high note, it’s really skyrocketing above the clouds, especially among the millennial couples. Despite the differences in generations, these people continue to support and purchase black diamonds in the jewellery store. Each person has their own preferences when it comes to colour, they have a reason why they prefer black as the colour of the diamonds, it looks like there is an attachment of this colour whether it’s a ring or necklace. As a colour of black generally symbolises mystique, black conjures elegance, sophistication, and sexual prowess but it will always depends on the clients how they label and see this product. This is worthy of your money not just symbolism of these black diamonds but the quality, desirable appearances, valuable gemstone and one of the rare and toughest diamonds in the world.

BLACK DIAMONDS ARE WORTHY TO FLEX

Since the pandemic began, too many people are now using phones, laptops and anything digital because of the new technology. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and any social media platform. Our clients love our astonishing blackest diamonds, whether it’s an engagement ring, wedding ring, or necklace, one thing that Bova Diamonds can make sure is that our quality-authentic black diamonds are deserving and worthy to flex it on their social media accounts. Couples are really happy to wear their black diamonds jewellery, they can wear it anytime and anywhere and it will always remind them that these black diamonds that they purchase are worthy to wear and flex at the occasional events. No one’s gonna stop them from being distinctive, being different from others or different in a way that is easy to notice and appeal to the unusual quality or characteristic of this diamond.

Bova signature black diamonds are tremendous jewellery and famous in the heart city of Dallas, Texas. Black Diamonds are unique because of their colour and quality, which naturally occur when a diamond is triggered by its environment. The experts in this field observe and study the structure, the cuts, the colour of this diamond to guarantee the authenticity of this black diamond. Bova jewellers pay a lot of attention in crafting these diamonds in order to satisfy the clients and achieve the preferred cuts, shapes, structure and design of these black diamonds. Black diamonds are actual diamonds like the Carbonados, handled black diamonds are not certainly black, they may be handled with heat to achieve their colour. Black lab grown diamonds are man made while the natural ones are mined from the earth just like the others. The natural black diamonds are more expensive compared to diamonds that go through laboratory process but neither one them is superior, they both have value, quality and their own structures that makes them unique to an arrays of gemstones in the jewellery industry.

THE BOTTOMLINE OF BLACK DIAMONDS

Black diamonds are diamonds, there might be a change in this colour but the value and quality are still intact, the colour black itself does adequate unfortunate things, it has a reason and explanation why it’s black. Black diamonds are rare and make your feelings valued, validated and loved by wearing and flexing it on your everyday life. The intention of this type of diamonds is to show power, boldness and strengths, it will seek for the clarity of personality of the wearer, couples are really grateful and feel love again for the second time around, and that’s to make the brand of Bova Black Diamonds Signature known for internationally and locally. Black diamonds are a really dark horse to take over the trend, it will make sure that will captivate the client’s heart.

The emerging brand and quality-authentic jewelries of Bova Diamonds in Dallas will make a huge impact on each person. Make your day extra special and strengthen the bonds by purchasing our colour obsidian:black diamonds. You are unique and extraordinarily the same with these diamonds that perfectly suit, craft and design just for you.

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