Secret Sale at Emily Jane Jewelry!

is having a secret sale...shhhh...don't talk so loud or your girlfriend may beat you to a fabulous pair of earrings! They are offering 50% off selected pieces that are in store, online or via phone!

Of course, to see all the wonderful sparkly goodness they have to offer I recommend going into the store which is located on N.E. Broadway. Now go, find that perfect piece to compliment your wedding gown or find a bridesmaids gift she'll wear again and again! Ends 11/27 at midnight.

Add a touch of vintage to your day.

After talking about borrowing new and shiny couture jewels and clutches let's chat about one of a kind, beautiful and vintage. Brooches are popping up everywhere; on shoes, in the hair, attached to sashes or simply pinned to your gown. They are an easy and chic way to add a touch of vintage to your wedding day. Check out Decades Vintage 328 SE Stark St. They have a good sampling on their website but head into the store to find more treasures. They do a great job describing different designers and the year their work was prominent on their site.

The hunt to find that perfect vintage piece is part of the fun. Grab your girls and take an afternoon to hit some of our local shops. Try Lived in Lover on 3619 SE Division St. Then head on over to Gilt on 720 NW 23rd Ave. This is the spot for a large selection of antique and vintage accessories for men and women. While you're shopping for yourself pick up a pair of cuff links for your man.

Check out Shop Vintage Portland, a great local blog, to find the latest info on sales and all the hidden spots to find your one of a kind piece.

Something borrowed.

The tradition of wearing something new, borrowed and blue on your wedding day is one tradition that brides have decided to keep doing. It is always fun to see how each bride has decided to add these touches to their day. The borrowed part can be something special from your grandma or mother but what if you love designer labels but don't want to commit to owning it? Well, there is a new way to borrow for your wedding day. Now having a Prada clutch or diamond & pearl bracelet by Chanel is only a click away. If you haven't heard of this website by now, you'll soon have it book marked. Bag Borrow or Steal is the newest way to spice up your accessories for your wedding day.

Yup, you read that correctly, you can now rent beautiful jewels and modern handbags for the week or the whole month. Let's look at some of their fab offerings.

Add this Gerard Yosca Butterfly Pearl Necklace set to your gown and everyone will be talking!
For $23 a week who could say no?

Gucci chandelier earrings in 18kt gold are yours for $107 per week.


Add some sparkle with a clutch from Badgley Mischka for $46 a week.

Add your something blue with Vera Want Double Diamond Earrings.$171 a week.

Try to stop staring at your hand while wearing this David Yurman Blue Topaz ring. $83 a week.

Now nothing is out of reach to make your day sparkle and shine. Add some bling bling that will make everyone go "Wow! Where'd she get that?"

Jewelry SALE!

I just found out that Emily-Jane Jewelry is having a fantastic sale this weekend. Everything online is 50% off. If you've been looking for that defining piece to add to your wedding gown, this could be where you fall in love with something sparkly!

The sale ends at 12am on 7.5...yikes! Head on over to their site: Emily Jane to find out all the details. FUN!

Diamonds are a girl's best friend.

Some girls will say they don't care for diamonds but we all know if any of us are given a little box with something sparkly inside you are not going to say no! Let's get honest with ourselves, we like a little bit of bling and we like it when our friends notice it. "Ohh, let me see your ring!" It's fun, makes us feel special and it's a whole lotta love wrapped around one little finger. 

So let's chat about engagement rings. It is good idea for the two of you to go to a few jewelers together so you can get an idea of what styles you like. Browsing magazines is another option. If you don't wear rings be sure to get your finger sized when you are at the store as well. It's a big purchase and something you will have forever so talk about what design aspects appeal to you so your fiance has a better chance of picking out a winner. 

 

Think about the shape of the diamond you prefer and the type of setting. You may want a ring where the stones are set in the metal, such as channel-set or pave. These are great since the stone is not sticking up from your finger and will not catch on your clothing. It's also a good style if you are active outside or at the gym. These styles of rings are being created in amazing designs from flower motifs to a braided pattern. Since they are smaller diamonds but the same carat weight as a single large diamond they tend to be more affordable rings.

Common shapes, clockwise from top left: round, asscher, pear, princess, heart, cushion, emerald, marquise.

The type of metal your ring is made out of makes a big difference on how much the ring will cost. Platinum is very expensive where white gold and gold are less. Titanium is becoming popular as well for its strength and how lightweight it is. 

Take your time with this and find a ring that fits your personality and style. Also consider passing down a piece of family history such as your grandmother's ring. Another great idea is to look for vintage rings, you'll be recycling in a fun way!   Gilt on NW 23rd Ave, is a great spot for vintage rings. (sorry- they don't seem to have a website to link to.)

To support designers try Twist Jewelry store in Pioneer Place or on NW 23rd Place. How about the classic and always welcomed blue box from Tiffany & Co. Find amazing rings in the pearl district at Judith Arnell that will bring her to tears! 

Photos from the wonderful Martha Stewart wedding site.