Archive for March, 2009

Topical issues always interest us here at Diamonds-USA, as does finding new and innovative reasons to produce new and exciting pieces of jewelry.  Whilst researching for some ideas for a new range of mens engagement rings I came accross an interesting opinion piece about just that.  Should gay men enter the fray of excitment about giving and receiving diamond engagement rings.

If your interested in the topic, then I urge you to read this article and make up your own mind.  Personally, I think there’s nothing more stunning and significant than attaching a thing of eternal beauty, made of one of the toughest materials on the planet, to a wedding and marriage that should promote those exact characteristics.

In short, a gay marriage without a diamond is like a wedding dress withouth shoes

It’s the year 2009 and we’re now in an age where same-sex commitment celebrations have become natural in many socienties. Diamonds are a symbol of love and commitment all over the world in every culture, so lets not create new barriers to acceptance. This is just my opinion, but if something brings you joy and is entirely appropriate for an occasion, then heck, go for it and make your day as special as it can and should be.

Last month, it was Oscar time yet again. The one night in the year where celebrities never wear their own clothes, instead being fought over by some of the worlds leading designers who literally pay to give their clothes away in the hope of a photo opportunity with a big name celebrity. Alongside the stunning gowns, shoes and accesories, journalists always look out for the most sparkling, expensive and outragous jewelry.

This year was no different, our winner of the night was an incredible rough and polished diamond sautoir necklace designed by L’Wren Scott and worn by Nicole Kidman.

The wonderful piece of jewelty was worn throughout the evening by Kidman as she was one of the leading event hosts for the night. The necklace contained over 7500 gems (7645 to be precise) including a range of rough, faceted, and polished diamonds. The creator estimated the total weight of the diamonds was just under an amazing 1400 carats. The incredible design and structure needed over 6200 man hours to complete.

What can we say apart from lucky lucky Nicole. However I’m sure she was heartbroken enough (and so  punished enough) to have to hand back the necklace at the end of the evening.

Current Formula 1 World Grand Prix Champion Lewis Hamilton was watched by millions of viewers all year as he motored to his first championship win. One race, however stood out as the one with the most sparkling perormance (litteraly).  During the famous street circuit at Monaco British born Hamilton wore a simply sparkling diamond encrusted helmet. 

Throughout the gruelling 77 laps around Monte Carlo’s famous winding streets, the bling bling helmet assured his fans a standout performance.  The race itself helped him on his way to be the first British winner of the F1 championshp since Damon Hill (now over 10 years ago)  The helmet  was provided by a sponsor of the McLaren Mercedes team.