If you are in the market for a piece of diamond jewellery you can expect to find many shapes, styles, colours and sizes in the stones. Not only that but nowadays you have the choice of pretty much any item of jewellery with diamonds in it - earrings, bracelets/bangles, necklaces, rings, charms and brooches. So how do you find that 'perfect item'?

It will all come down to what the occasion is that you are buying for, here we look at some scenarios:

Engagement

Whether your fiancee to be is aware of the proposal or not, a diamond engagement ring is sure to please! There are many varieties of diamond engagement rings available and some common terms you will come across are:

Whether your fiancee to be is aware of the proposal or not, a diamond engagement ring is sure to please! There are many varieties of diamond engagement rings available and some common terms you will come across are:

You also aren't limited to having traditional colourless diamonds either as they are available in pink, blue and yellow also. Choosing that perfect item will largely depend on the style. If your partner has a more traditional style then a five stone princess cut ring might be the best option rather than a solitaire. Take a look at the other items of jewellery your partner wears to give you an idea.

Birthday A diamond necklace is a great birthday jewellery option. With so many pretty pendants and styles on offer you will be spoilt for choice, so narrow down your options by deciding how big of a statement you want the jewellery to make. Again look at what the friend or partners (who you are buying for) other jewellery items are like to give you an idea. Nowadays the necklace pendants available can range from small singular diamonds through to bows and drops covered in diamonds.

Milestone Anniversary A diamond eternity ring is a great way to mark a marriage milestone. In choosing the perfect eternity ring for your loved one you will need to consider the shape, style and size of the other rings they wear. Often the stone settings in engagement rings don't sit quite high enough to allow for a flat band style ring to sit next to it, for example.

Another consideration when choosing diamond jewellery is the metal. A popular choice is gold or white gold, the latter requiring more care to be taken of it to ensure that it retains its crisp colour. There are also rose gold, palladium and platinum. Each offers a varied colour in the metal along with different degrees of hardness, not to mention prices.

If you aren't quite sure what item you want to buy take a look at some of your options online and once you are happy with your decision pop into a store to see the item for your own eyes.

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The holidays are the one time of year which most people look forward too. Getting to spend time out of work and with family members is always a nice change of atmosphere. One important facet of the holiday season deals with jewellery and clothing. We all want to look our best while attending various holiday festivities. Wholesale costume jewellery can help you achieve a sharp look without forcing you to file for bankruptcy.

Manufacturers of this type of jewellery have created styles unique to each holiday, including Christmas and Halloween. For Halloween, many retailers carry a skull pendant that is decorated with cubic zirconia stones for a chilling effect when it gets near a light source. Charm bracelets are yet another popular choice for this holiday.

If you are intending to deliver this jewellery as a gift to a friend or loved one, you will be glad to know that many wholesale pieces can be purchased in themed, elaborate boxes that captivate the atmosphere of a specific holiday.

There are certain things to look out for when in the market for wholesale costume jewellery. Even though a relatively small investment may be involved, you want this investment to last as long as possible. First, you're safety is of utmost importance. Avoid any jewellery products that contain lead.

This is a dangerous metal that can cause severe health problems if ingested or somehow inhaled. It is used to fabricate a cheap alloy (mixture of metals) on which gold or silver can be plated to. A product should be clearly labeled "lead-free" if you intend to buy it. Nickel is yet another metal that tends to be a problematic. It is not so much toxic, but rather some have allergies to it. So unless you want to develop a rash, steer clear of jewellery containing Nickel.

Health aside, if you want a durable product, make sure the plating is thick enough to endure extended use. What can happen is the plating will fade, revealing an unsightly metal underneath. Also, inquire about the stones used in the wholesale costume jewellery (if any). Curbic zirconia stones are always a good choice as they are very diamond-like in terms of appearance and durability. Acrylic or similar materials are prone to problems such as loss in shine, hence, they are best avoided.

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