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You've seen her before. She seems to have all the most fashionable clothes, the most "in step" pair of shoes and most dazzling jewelry yet somehow looks like…like a virtual train wreck!

All of us can fall victim to fashion sometimes. It's easy enough to do. Some of the latest fashions looks great on a runway model – but not on you!

So here are some pointers to reduce the "fashion train wreck" quotient in your life:

1. Find that metal that suits your mood. Just because its gold doesn't mean it glitters on you. These aren't ironclad rules but for the most part, brunettes,
redheads and grays look better in silver jewelry, while blondes look smarter in
gold. Women with black hair can go either way.

2. Match your jewelry to your clothing. Sapphire earrings can really showcase your favorite deep blue dress, for instance. But take some time to experiment. Sometimes really powerful earrings can overwhelm a dress. You're looking to accentuate not overpower. If you're wearing black, you can pick from numerous pieces (hence why black is such a "go to" color, fashion-wise.)

3. Match jewelry with other jewelry. Some people play jewelry a little too safe! Try a series of bracelets or two necklaces that naturally compliment one another. Try two complimentary but different earrings. Take some fashion chances – but ask a friend first, before you walk out the door!

Here are some other tips from the experts:

Tips

1. Black makes bright colored stones pop.
2. Wedding rings don’t have to match other metals in your jewelry.
3. Wear necklaces 3”-4” below your neckline.
4. Wear larger earrings for a "smaller" appearance.
5. Use proper sizes of jewelry to match your body shape. Petite women
   will often be overwhelmed by a piece of jewelry that looks delicate on
   larger women.
6. Keep textures the same – antique with antique, shiny with shiny etc.
7. Wearing 3 bracelets on one arm is an attractive option.
8. Wear a bracelet with your watch.
9. Long necklaces create vertical lines, thus making you appear taller and more slender.
10. Jewelry is the most cost-effective accessory you can own & changes the look of each outfit.
11. Wear jewelry to add color. For example if you're wearing an all
    black and white outift, a pink necklace, and/or bracelet, and/or watch,
    will really dazzle.

At Joseph Schubach Jewelers, we have jewelry to suit every occasion and any outfit. What makes us truly unique is our craftsmanship. We can create a piece of jewelry with only you in mind. Take a look at our site for some ideas. You dream it, we create it!

Harry Winston
Extraordinary Diamond Drop Earrings
$8.5 million

According to Forbes, these earrings may be one of the most expensive pieces of jewelry in the world. And with 60.1 carats to these pear-shaped diamond drop earrings, who would expect less?

You may sigh with diamond envy, but figure it this way: you'd have to hire your own personal bodyguards every time you wear them. And you could never casually say, "Oh shoot, I lost an earring." Instead, you'd bellow, "I just lost four million bucks! Four MILLION bucks!"

At Joseph Schubach Jewelers, we can create extraordinary diamond (or moissanite or clarity-enhanced diamond) earrings like this for a fraction (and we do mean a fraction!) of the price. We specialize in recreating fine pieces like the ones above at a price you can afford.

Better yet, join our DIY (Dream it Yourself) Custom Design Jewelry Contest and create drop earrings that are drop dead. Just by entering, you save 50% in custom design fees. If you're piece is chosen as the Winner, you win $500 toward your purchase.

At Joseph Schubach Jewelers, you create the price, we create the piece!

The setting for your ring is the foundation of your piece. It’s an often overlooked aspect when choosing a ring but its as personal of a decision as the stone itself. Many factors come into play, such as your lifestyle and the cut of the gem itself.

There are basically three types of setting:

The Prong Setting

The prong engagement ring setting is a traditional ring setting that dates back to the early 1900’s. It’s a “basket” setting that holds you stone via prongs. This setting allows light to approach the stone from more angles, adding to the sparkle of your piece.

The Flush Setting

The flush setting is a more modern ring
setting. A tapered hole is made within the band for the
stone to reside. When done correctly, the stones are secured in an embedded manner into the ring. This is often a good choice for an active lifestyle.

The Cluster Setting

This engagement ring setting is good for those
on a limited budget. With the cluster setting you can take many
small stones and make them look like one single large stone. You can use this setting to arrange gemstones into a shape of your choice.

Again, lifestyle factors come into play when deciding the setting for your ring. If you’re using your hands a lot throughout the day, then a secure setting for your ring becomes critical. You want to go through your day confidently, without the fear of damaging your ring. The setting of your ring needs to stand up to your day-to-day needs.

Traditional Prong Setting

         Princess Cut Solitaire Engagement Ring With Diamonds

        Princess
cut engagement ring with .08 ct t.w. round brilliant diamonds set around
four prong head.

Sweetheart jewelry has a touching history. It began during World War I when soldiers in the trenches would send mementos home to their loved ones. Along with letters, it was a way to stay connected during perilous times.

Sweetheart jewelry was often machine made and sold to servicemen abroad but many pieces were also handcrafted in the trenches. This "trench art" as it is referred to, is often made from available material such as wood or scrap metal.

Sweetheart jewelry continues to garner attention from collectors, decades and decades later.

If you want to send a long-lasting message to a loved one faraway, consider Joseph Schubach Jewelers Custom Designs. We can make a piece of Sweetheart Jewelry that speaks only to the two of you.

Here are some vintage samples of Sweetheart Jewelry from Bay State Militaria and Antiques:

Souvenir bracelet made form Aircraft aluminum

Elaborate Silver bow with  heart and liberty head
cut from

a silver dime.

WWII Sweetheart Bracelet  Grenade, Plane, Bullet, 

Torpedo
and Eagle charms.

In some rather surprising news, one of the few demographics that doesn't seem to be bending due to economic pressure is (drum roll please): today's bride.

Apparently, its not only diamonds that last forever…it's platinum!

Style 6812WB

Joseph Schubach Jewelers Platinum Comfort Fit Band With Satin Finish Center And High Polished Sides

Platinum comfort fit wedding band, satin finished center, high polished sides, 6mm wide.

Available Metal: Platinum
Available Ring Size: 4 – 13

SOURCE ImagingInfo.com and Platinum Guild International

There are a plethora of jewelry websites out there from which to choose. Almost too many! How do you know where to begin?

At Joseph Schubach Jewelers, we're not trying to keep up with the numbers race. We just try to deliver the same exacting, high-quality service we've been providing for decades and decades.

Take a look at a recent customer letter:

Dear Joe:

The ring is absolutely perfect! I can't even describe how happy I am with it. It exceeded my expectations by a mile and I get such a good feeling when I look at it. Thank you and everyone who was involved in making this ring and thanks for coming through for me and Minh!

I want you to know that you have won a loyal customer. I will for sure be a repeat buyer and will never hesitate to relay how well you took care of me. To me, the true test of customer service comes when things need to be addressed and when there are problems that arise. You have turned this experience into a success without a doubt. Thanks not only for making everything right but for listening to me and making the effort. I knew the first time that I talked to you that you were sincere and really cared and that's why I felt like I could give you guys the chances to make it right and I am so happy I did!

I could go on and on gushing about it, but I just will say thank you one more time and hope I have expressed how much I mean that and how much I am thrilled with the service and the ring itself. Please make sure everyone who helped knows how happy I am with it too. It is beautiful.

Sincerely,

Eli Rubin

PS Please feel free to print any part of this email on your site. I would be happy to write a testimonial for you guys as well, just let me know!

At Joe's Blog, we've been talking a lot about the latest trends in jewelry. From the statement piece to "world" jewelry, the trends say bold, colorful and singularly amazing. But what if you're not the "trendy" type? What if want to play it safe and own one piece of jewelry that works for decades to come? In this binding economy, you may want to focus on purchasing a piece where you get some serious "fashion mileage."

Here are a few timeless, recession-proof choices:

1. Single stone diamond earrings and pendants – Sometimes less is best. A single stone pendant can add an elegant accent to just about any outfit, which isthe key with timeless jewelry – it works anytime, with just about any outfit.

2. Pearl studded earrings – The epitome of a timeless classic. What outfit doesn't work with a simple, stately set of pearl studded earrings?

3. Cocktail Rings – These fun, affordable dazzlers have been around since the 1920's. Cocktail rings can be created from a wide array of material. The motivating factor with a classic cocktail ring? Sheer fun.

4. The Diamond Tennis Bracelet – A diamond tennis bracelet
is eye-catching without being too flashy and can be worn with an array of outfits.

5. Hoop Earrings – Like the pearl studded earrings, hoops work in just about any occasion. They're fun, flirty and feminine.

6. Custom Design Jewelry – When its a timeless look you want, why look any further than your own imagination? A piece designed from your own mind's eye is incomparable.

Classic Hoops with a Diamond Studded Twist

A Simple, Elegant Pendant Necklace – What outfit wouldn't this work with?

The Classic to end All Classics – Pearls

A Playful Eye-Catching Cocktail Ring – Design One Yourself!

And Remember – Our D.I.Y. Custom Design Contest is officially ON. Make your own classic!

Thanks for your interest in our 2nd Annual D.I.Y. Contest.

All you need to do is submit a photo, sketch or description of the jewelry of your dreams and we'll do the rest. We can discuss your budget.

Deadline for submission is April 15.

Send your ideas to support@schubach.com

We'll contact you soon after and tell you if we need further details.

Or feel free to call us at:

(888) 724-8222

What does your wardrobe say about you? Is it reflecting an older version of you, say, you in your college years? Do you feel stuck in a bit of a time warp? Or conversely, are you wearing the latest trends with no sense of inner connectivity?

Jewelry says a lot about the wearer. And with the hot statement jewelry that's all the rage right now, what statement do you want to make?

Fashion shouldn't just be something imposed upon you. It should be something you design from your inner being, reflecting your true spirit. The great part with some of the bolder statement pieces this season? You can find a piece that really screams you!

Take a look at some of the photos below and then contact Joseph Schubach Jewelers. We can design you a piece that reflects who you truly are…or perhaps the "you" you want to be!