Happy Stories From our customers

So pretty…I love my ring from you guys!!!! Get soooooo many compliments on it

In 2013 I worked with Beth to design my amazing cushion cut ring with baguettes on either side. You would think designing a ring over the internet would be stressful, but Beth made the whole process so smooth and easy! My ring is stunning and I’m hoping to design a band to go with it too. Better yet, a trip to their showroom in AZ would be fabulous!

Jen
We are blown away by the beauty of the ring. It was exactly what she wanted. The stone you picked out was perfect. Thank you for giving personal attention to someone you have never met. I’ll definitely be back for another purchase. Thanks again. Steven

Did you ever wonder what makes a certain jewelry or fashion choice “hot” only to find out next season, it’s “not” anymore? There’s some interesting science and history to trends that show how we work as a social unit:

Since the 14th century, according to Bustle:

Fashion trends were basically designed to show how much extra money and leisure time you had — and to emulate the people at the very top of society, usually the royal court. A person who could discard an entire costume for something else after only a few weeks — or days — clearly had both funds and hours to burn. And, obviously, the royal family and their celebrities were the celebs of the day, so ordinary people followed suit. It’s what’s called the “trickle-down” theory of fashion trends: that people wanted to look wealthier, cooler, and more powerful than they actually were.

Hmmm…that’s kind of depressing! One would like to believe trends are born out of a need for change and creative expression that represent our changing times, not “let’s where what the Queen’s wearing.”

Perhaps the answer lies between the two worlds. Sure, there’s a “follower mentality” when it comes to trends but just as likely, there are born innovators who see trends as an opportunity to express and incite change.

What’s your “trend”? Is there a particular style or fashion choice that seems distinctly you–one you don’t see others wearing? What innovative choices can you make with your look today?

Dare to Wear Differently! 

Fantastic! Thank you all so very much, it was such a seamless process from beginning to end. The ring is absolutely stunning, I cannot stop looking at it!
SJ

We talk a lot about sparkle on this blog. And not just the sparkle of a diamond or other beautiful gem. But that inner sparkle that radiates when we’re feeling peaceful, happy and loved. That’s the kind of sparkle that can’t be manufactured and will always shiny brighter than a pretty bauble.

But how do you sparkle when giving a speech? Is it even possible, especially when you’re feeling insanely tense and nervous? Sure. Here are a few public speaking pointers to remember:

Eye contact. When giving a speech, almost nothing carries weight like the direction of your eyes. When you dare to look at others, it’s an invitation for them to look back at you. Avoid fixing on a spot at the back of the room (a common speech giving suggestion) and make eye contact instead.

Smile with your face. Think of your face mere seconds before you’re about to break into laughter. It relaxes and pulls back into this semi-smile that’s proven to help you (and others around you) relax. Of course, a full smile suffices as well. People read body signals quickly: a smile says you’re open, receptive and fun.

Energize your voice. Most of us don’t think of our voice as something that needs warmed up, just like a muscle. Before you’re about to speak publicly, hum a favorite tune. Hum it hard enough to make your lips buzz. Then fake a few yawns to open the back of your voice. These simple steps bring your voice forward and make you sound more authoritative.

Public speaking is on very few people’s bucket list of favorite things to do. But most of us encounter it at some point or another. Think of it as an opportunity rather than a hindrance.

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Release your inner sparkle. The world is waiting! 

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It’s here.  It’s BIG.  It is a fine piece of work.  We are delighted with the Schubach experience.  Excellent.  I have no doubt we will all meet again.

Best regards

B