Gift guides, birthstone meanings and jewelry care from the Chic and Bling team.
The best memorial gifts for loss of a mother are small, wearable keepsakes like a hug ring, a photo necklace or a cardinal pendant, given with a note...
What an angel wing necklace means, who it suits, five moments when it makes a lovely gift, and how to choose one with care.
Gentle keepsake ideas for a first Christmas without a loved one, from a hug ring to a cardinal or photo necklace, plus what to write in the card...
How to choose the stones for a grandma birthstone necklace: whose months to include, what to do when grandkids share a month, and when to order for Christmas.
Diamond is the April birthstone. A plain-English guide to the 4Cs, why cut matters more than carat, what fancy colours are — and an honest look at the...
Aquamarine is the March birthstone. A guide to its sea-blue colour range, 7.5–8 Mohs hardness, meaning and how to wear it — with a hardness chart, colour swatches...
Amethyst is the February birthstone. A complete guide to its colours, 7 Mohs hardness, meaning and how to wear it — including the one care mistake that fades...
Garnet is the January birthstone. A complete guide to its colours, 6.5–7.5 Mohs hardness, meaning and how to wear it — with a hardness chart, colour swatches and...
What are Birthstones? Birthstones is a gemstone that corresponds to one’s birth period, typically defined by the month of birth or zodiac sign. They are believed to bring special...
A gentle guide to memorial rings: the long history of mourning rings, why keepsakes help people stay connected, and how to choose a remembrance ring or necklace.
Have you ever stood in front of your mirror, holding up pieces of gold and silver jewelry, wondering which one truly complements you? You're not alone! The choice...
A hug ring means "I am with you." Where the hug me ring idea really comes from, who to give one to, and how to wear and care...
