Monthly Archives: February 2019

  1. Now Blooming at Charles & Colvard: Rose Cut Moissanite

    Now Blooming at Charles & Colvard: Rose Cut Moissanite

    Rose-cut-jewelry

    Originating in the 1500s, this vintage cut features a flat base with a domed top that resembles the petals of a rosebud. It was popular in the Georgian and Victorian eras when the primary sources of light were candles and then gas lights, which were perfectly romantic for this mostly transparent gem.
    Cut by hand at a time when tools were not as advanced, the rose cut tops off at 25 facets. It offers a soft luster rather than a reflective sparkle. And because the cut is flat on the bottom with no carat weight below the girdle, the domed surface appears larger than it is.

    Round-rose-cut-loose-gem

    The beauty of rose cut gems has never been lost, though popularity waned during the early 1900s. Today, there is a resurgence in vintage style

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  2. How Moissanite Can Help Your Red-Carpet Style Shine

    How Moissanite Can Help Your Red-Carpet Style Shine

    Anyone else watch the Oscars just to see all the gorgeous dresses and jewelry? We love fashion just as much as the next gal, and this year’s designs did not disappoint. From necklines, to statement sleeves, shoes, and jewelry, it was a fabulous display of glamorous style that left us feeling so inspired! We thought it would be fun to take a few of our favorite looks from the night and pair them back to some of our own stunning jewelry.

    Perfectly Classic. Regina King, Melissa McCarthy, Emilia Clarke, and Ashley Graham went for classic looks that offer timeless appeal. If you’ve got a black-tie affair on the horizon, reach for styles with defined lines that create a refined silhouette and leave ample room to complement with jewelry. Drop earrings are a great accessory for strapless dresses and can play to a geometric trend. For a plunging neckline, an elegant tennis necklace draws attention without overpowering, and a tennis bracelet ties it all together with a so

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  3. A Conversation with Kristy Ford

    A Conversation with Kristy Ford

    Third generation jewelry designer, Kristy Ford shares her love for all gemstones. In this video, she gives us a peek inside her studio, her design process, and how the double refractive properties of Charles & Colvard moissanite brought a specific design to light.  

    We're so happy the brilliance of moissanite could highlight Kristy's beautiful design. 

    You can follow her on Instagram @shopkristyford to see more of her gorgeous jewelry.

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