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We all know how difficult could be to pick the perfect outfit, and if we add to that the stress of pairing them with the right jewelry it could be a nightmare. It's great to have choices, but too many can turn dressing into something dreadful. If this sounds familiar, don't think for a second you're alone! Women all over the world are stuck in this predicament every week––if not every day! In fact, women spend an average of 90 minutes a week in their closets choosing what to wear. So here are some tips on how to coordinate jewelry with your outfit. 1. Jewelry Should Match The Occasion Dangling wrist jewelry doesn't work so well when you're typing on...

There are so many questions we received about sterling silver that we've put the answers in a blog for you. Here are the 5 things you should know before and after you invest in sterling silver. 1. What, exactly, is sterling silver? Sterling silver is a mix of pure silver with some other metals. This mix gives it the durability and resistance that pure silver doesn't have. Sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver and considered a precious metal. The remaining 7.5% of the alloy is usually copper, which adds strength while still preserving the ductility and appearance of the pure silver. 2. Why does sterling silver tarnish? Chemically, silver is not very reactive. However, it is attacked by some of...