An Engagement Ring Story. Turquoise Edition.

We love making engagement rings....

It's obviously a huge honor taking part in the union of holy matrimony for so many people. What makes this task even better, is the fact that our clients kick-ass and always have extremely original designs in mind. I also really enjoy seeing how excited a lot of these guys are to surprise their girlfriends. Being in on so many secrets is a duty I serve with pride. 

By the time I post this blog my old pal from college will have already popped the question. I'm going to go ahead and assume everything went as planned and cut right to the ring.

"Green turquoise to match her eyes." he said.

Being an avid outdoorsman, and more than a touch on the 'hippie'side; a plain ole traditional engagement ring was just not going to cut it. This ring needed to be a combination of raw elegance and organic beauty, so we decided to go with an organic shaped turquoise with a diamond band.

The next order of duty was to hunt down our perfect turquoise specimen. Lucky for me I had a local source with PLENTY to choose from. I rooted through a nice big pile and selected a handful I thought were best for the project at hand.

Here we have our four finalist. It was a close call in my book, but our groom-to-be quickly chose number 1, so number 1 it was.

I noticed after the fact that his selection looked almost exactly like the generic picture I sketched up when we were first discussing the design. Yes. This was drawn BEFORE I went turquoise shopping. So crazy that I choose a completely organic piece that just happened to mimic the same shape as my drawing. And I didn't even realize at the time. I guess that means my magical powers are getting stronger. Right?

We kept the general feel of the sketch above, but decided to nix the full halo in favor of only a sprinkling of diamonds scattered about the prongs. 

Wanna see how this little green and bling beauty came out? Watch the video below to see the finished product :)

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Thanks for joining us today. We look forward to seeing you again soon. 

xoxo-

Brittany C.

How Big Girly Girls Do It.

It seems I'm getting girl-ier with age. All of a sudden I seem to gravitate towards anything pink or (gasp!) heart shaped. Don't get me wrong. I will forever feel best in head to toe black monochrome, but it feels so right adding a bit of bubble gum to my usual dark party. 

Today I wanna share with you some of the most luxurious girly-girl jewels out there.  Pour yourself a Shirley Temple, pull up those bobby socks, and get that lip gloss poppin'. You're about to take Pretty Pretty Princess to a whole new level.

Let's start this post off on a super strong foot. I've long had an affinity for brooches and the jewel pictured above is literally fit for a queen so it seems a good one to begin with. 

The Williamson Brooch boasts an incredible round cut, pale pink center stone, which is said to be the finest pink diamond ever discovered. The uncut stone was first given to Princess Elizabeth as a wedding gift in 1947 weighing in at 54.5cts, and was later faceted into a brilliant cut round stone of 23.6cts, maximizing its color and brilliance. In 1953 Frederick Mew of Cartier created the jonquil flower brooch with the stone as seen above.

Soooo...If you would've asked me a year ago what my thoughts were on heart shape diamonds I would've told you it was a waste of good rock...now...not so much. I'm actually fu%$ing obsessed with Lady Gaga's heart shape engagement ring. This 10ct stunner had me drooling all over her Instagram for countless hours when she first posted it. This sparkler designed by Lorraine Schwartz is estimated to have costs over half a million dollars (and was well worth it if you ask me).

We all remember back in 1998 when there was that movie with Leonardo Dicaprio on a boat with Celine Dion or something like that... It was small. Barely anyone saw it. I think it was called Titanic, maybe?

But seriously. Remember that crazy necklace called 'The Heart Of The Ocean'? Well, not long after the film was made designers at Harry Winston decided they needed to create a big, badass necklace like that. So they did. Behold the $20million 15ct blue diamond necklace worn to the Academy Awards by Gloria Stuart. 

I think I could wear nothing but that piece and feel completely confident to go out into public. Like 'Here I am, world. Just me and my necklace.'

I'm gonna end this on a super duper high note. The last jewel I'm going to talk about tonight is the Pink Star Diamond. This Fancy Vivid Pink bauble weighs in at just under 60cts. In 2003 the PInk Star sold at Sotheby's Auction for  a world record price of $83,187,381 USD. The unidentified buyer later defaulted on his or her purchase so this incredible gem was added to the Sotheby's collection.

I hope you've all had fun reading about the jewels of the worlds most elite girly-girls.  What are your thoughts on pink diamonds and heart shaped jewels? Would you wear Lady Gaga's heart shape engagement ring? I'd love to hear your opinions in the comments below. 

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Sapphire Celebration

It's been my birthday for about an hour now according to Eastern Standard Time, and I needed to update the blog, so I thought it would be fitting to take a look at this months birthstone. 

SAPPHIRE

Sapphires have been prized for centuries as truly sacred and valuable stones. Sapphires have been worn in jewelry fit for royals and lovers of luxury alike as symbols of truth, loyalty, nobility, and faithfulness. It's rich coloring remains the standard in blue gemstones to date. 

Let's take a little journey through the ages and have a look at some of the worlds biggest and most famous sapphires. 

Princess Diana with her 18 carat sapphire and diamond engagement ring. Diana chose this ring for a 'commoners price' of $60,00 in 1981 and now resides on the hand of Duchess Kate.

The Rockefeller Sapphire. Rectangular cut sapphire weights approximately 62.2cts. This famous blue baby was originally purchased by John D. Rockefeller in 1934. The Rockefeller Sapphire has been bought as sold at auction a handful of times, most recently going for over $3million to a private collector.

423 carat Logan Sapphire. One of the largest faceted blue sapphires in the world and is the heaviest mounted Gem in the National Collection. The Logan Sapphire was donated to the Smithsonian in 1960 where it is display surrounded in 16cts of brilliant cut white diamonds.

The 98.57-carat Bismarck Sapphire is mounted in a platinum necklace designed by Cartier, Inc., set with 312 baguette and round brilliant cut diamonds and accented with 8 square-cut sapphires. The necklace is named after its donor, Countess Mona von Bismarck, an American socialite who married German Count Eduard von Bismarck in the late 1930s. She donated the necklace to the Smithsonian in 1967, and it is on display in the Gem Gallery at the National Museum of Natural History. 

At 563 carats, the Star of India is the world’s largest gem-quality blue star sapphire. Some 2 billion years old, it is also one of the most well-known objects in the world.

The Stuart Sapphire in the Imperial Crown. This famous sapphire weighs in at 104 carats and is set into the Imperial State Crown.

I hope you had fun reading a bit about these famous gems. Which was your favorite? Would you wear a bold blue sapphire engagement ring like Princess Di? Tell me about your dream jewels in the comments below. And don't forget to like, share, and follow Gem Steady on social media!

xo-

Brittany C.

Citrine. My Old Faithful.

When I first started getting into gemstones citrine was one that I was immediately drawn to. I was ravenous about learning the properties of each stone, and the metaphysics of citrine really spoke my language. 

Happy yellow citrine is known as a powerful cleanser and is said to harness the power of the sun and dissolve negative energy. 

One of the most alluring things I learned while researching is that citrine is considered a 'stone of abundance'  and helps to manifest and attract wealth and prosperity. Upon reading this fact I immediately made it a point to acquire as much citrine as possible. I'd carry citrine in my wallet. Put citrine in the money corner of my house according to the rules of feng shui, and wore as much citrine jewelry as I could get my hands on.

Above is the massive citrine cocktail ring my babe made for me a couple of years ago. I still wear it pretty much daily (although I've considered having it undergo a makeover.) I love this ring. The emerald cut stone is just a few points shy of 25cts. You can definitely tell it's one of our older style cocktail rings, but it's got a timeless kind of gaudy that never gets old.

Let's reminisce on some more citrine from the Gem Steady archives, shall we..... 

Verde Citrine and Garnet Cocktail Ring

Citrine Garnet and Black Spinel Cocktail Ring

Citrine, Kyanite, and Pink Topaz Earrings

Emerald Cut Citrine Ring

Citrine and Tanzanite All Seeing Eye Ring

What's your favorite gemstone? Do you love citrine as much as I do? Do metaphysical characteristics influence your decision about the jewelry you buy and wear? I'd love to hear about your favorites in the comments below.

Want a piece of jewelry made just for you? Contact us today to get started. We can choose the perfect piece of citrine or any other gem to suit your particular style and needs.

Thanks for tuning into today's blog. Don't forget to follow us on social media to keep up with the latest happening at Gem Steady!

xoxo-

Brittany C.

Bedazzling The Bride

So. My sister got married a couple of weeks ago, and I will confess right here that it was the most fun wedding I've been to ever. The energy was amazing that day. Laughter and smiles were out in full force. Everyone's makeup was on point. The bridesmaid dresses turned out to be way hotter than expected (which is really great if you're semi-narcissist. I admit it).

It was good. Really good.

 I'm not normally a drinker but the champagne and cocktails were flowing heavy and the DJ was killing it, so of course my dancing shoes got some heavy work in. Fun Brittany was out in full force. 

But anyway. What I'm really here for is to show you all of the jewels we made for the bride and her maids. 

If you follow us on  Instagram (@gemsteady. Do It!) then you may have already seen the engagement ring and wedding bands (Yes that's bands. Plural) we made for Betsy so I'm going to skip those for now and go straight to the earrings.

We love a gorgeous drop earring just as much as the next guy, but we wanted to make her a pair that could be both formal and functional for daily wear. Betsy's dress was a sexy mas-up of old school glam and modern vixen, so we decided on this simplistic round and pear shape design to streamline the whole look and make the ultimate classic bride statement. These were perfect for her big day, but also practical for daily wear as the pear cut stone is easily removed so the round studs can be worn all by themselves.

                                                                              Side View.

Next up we have the bridesmaids gifts. Betsy was extremely generous to her maids and blinged us all the way out. I was lucky enough to be dubbed Maid of Honor so it was a major score for me too :) yay!

All seven of us received these gorgeous emerald cut white topaz studs. I was really wanting some new every day studs so I was really glad that it was my sisters obligation to both buy presents for her bridal party and support her sisters jewelry business. Everyone wins. Hooray!

At the last minute Betsy decided that everyone needed necklaces too. Since the Whittle Master was busy making jewels that require serious skills and couldn't be bothered we opted to go for something I could make quickly sans torch, so pearl necklaces it was!

We literally didn't get all the materials until about two days before the wedding so it was a mad dash putting all of them together in time. We made it though :D

Here's a couple shots from our way to the venue.

Just practicing our resting bitch face before the big event.

Papaw was thrilled to be between two beautiful ladies.

Aaaaand this is what the Whittle Master and I looked like by the end of the night. I would show you my SnapChat story, but I was way too fun in it. You'll just have to start following me (@gemsteady duh!) to catch all of my behind the scenes shenanigans. 

I'm going to stop here for now. I can't wait to get some of the professional pictures back from the photographers so I have better things to post than these selfies. Stay tuned for part 2 of the Bedazzling the Bride series and I will tell you all about the bride and grooms rings. 

Thanks for reading this post. What did you think about the earrings and necklaces we made for Betsy's wedding? Do you like the idea of convertible earrings? Tell me about it in the comments below and please follow, share, and like this post on Facebook. 

Are you getting married or know someone who is? We would love to custom design your engagement and bridal jewels. Contact us here  or email me directly to get started at brittanyc@gemsteady.com.

See you next time!

xoxo-

Brittany C.

How I Use Mala Beads To Meditate and Manifest All Kinds of Great Stuff

Sooo...Even if you're not familiar with mala beads and how they're used, chances are you've seen them being worn all over the place. From monks and spiritual leaders to your average fashion junky, mala beads have been used for centuries and continue to gain appeal for both their use as meditation tools and because they look great with pretty much any outfit. Duh!

I use my mala beads every day to help me focus on positive affirmations, clear my head of anxiety, and to develop thought patterns that help me manifest my hearts desires more quickly.

Although there are specific numbers and attributes associated with mala prayer beads, you can develop your practice as it suits you. Traditionally you would chant the same words or mantra over again while touching each of the 108 beads. I use them a bit differently and take the time to express gratitude for all that I have as well as recite my personal affirmations.

For example: I always begin by stating how grateful I am for a new day and the opportunities it will bring. I might continue by thinking about all of the specific things that I have that deserve gratitude. Nothing is too small or insignificant. I might say things like...I am so grateful for all of the healthy food I have to eat...for the car I have that gets me safely where I need to be...for my husband and his incredible talents...ect. 

After I've expressed a bit of gratitude I like to flow into my positive affirmations for the day. You can change the words around to suit your particular situation and needs, but a few things that I like to concentrate on are having a better relationship with money, attracting joy and positive experiences into my life, and being a walking example of the things that I promote and believe in. 

Here are a few examples of affirmations I use everyday....

MONEY

-Today I feel abundant and prosperous-

-Money flows easily and freely into my life-

-Unexpected and expected income find me daily-

-Every dollar I spend comes back to me 10 fold-

POSITIVE ENERGY

-I attract positive people into my life with my positive energy-

-Today I am filled with love and joy-

-I meet all challenges today with a positive and loving attitude-

-I bring peace to all situations-

-I leave all situations better than before I arrived-

It takes me about 15 minutes to go through each of the 108 beads and focus on something positive and I will say that it is absolutely a fifteen minutes very well spent. I always notice immediate results. I am happier, stress-free, and far more productive. Meditating in this form sets the mood for the rest of my day and allows me to attract all the things that I want and need in life. My personal relationships are better, I feel more motivated, and find that exciting opportunities are always finding me because that's what I'm focusing on and programming myself to attract. 

What are your favorite affirmations? Do you have a daily meditation practice? I would love to hear about them in the comments below. 

Looking for the perfect set of Mala Prayer Beads to help you along your journey? Shop our collection by CLICKING THIS LINK or we welcome you to CONTACT us to have a mala created specifically for you with gemstones to support you on your unique lifes journey.

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She Said 'YES!'- A Custom Engagement Story

It's a couple months shy of our official three year Gem Steady jewel-versary. I even can't begin to describe how stoked I am about how far we've come in such a short span of time. 

I think one of the things we're most proud and honored to create are our custom engagement rings and wedding jewelry. We have been seriously blessed with the best clients out there, who let us run wild with their ideas. Our clients are insanely hip, free spirited, and hella stylish. They want their jewels to be completely original and unapologetically 'them'.

Our brides and grooms want a ring that is as unique as their love and the lives that they've vowed to share with each other.  

The ring I am going to share with you today has had me seriously mesmerized. 

It all began when our lovely groom-to-be contacted us via email with a few photos of gemstones, designs, and shapes he liked. He expressed interest in a marquise shape, loved the organic inclusions of lodolite quartz, thought some ombre colored halo detailing would be a nice touch, and of course-diamonds....

Here's the initial design I sent him.

Luckily our vibes were in sync and he loved the design right off the bat. We decided on a marquise shape lodolite quartz as the center stone, black-silver-and white diamond ombre halo with a white diamond band, all set in white gold.

If you're not familar with what lodolite quartz is, it's clear quartz crystal with all kinds of wonderful mineral inclusions inside. This comes in a variety of colors and patterns. No piece is exactly alike. Perfect for our one of a kind fiance-to-be. Lodolite is not a common gem to work with and to get the perfect size and shape we needed I asked our good friend Kurt Card of Foothills Gems to custom facet a piece for us.

                       Custom Faceted Lodolite Quartz by Kurt Card of Foothills Gems

After we received the center stone from Kurt that's when the real party started. Here are some production shots The Whittle Master took as he was building the ring...

          Tracing the base of the setting onto 14k white gold sheet before cutting out.

These pieces of 14k white gold will be melted down and turned into wire to create the band and setting for lots of diamonds to be set into.

              Mapping out our diamond placement. Some of them were as small as .75mm!                          

This was one of our most fun pieces to create and definitely one of most detailed and intricate to date. Check out the video below for the final product.

What did you think of this engagement ring story? Did you love seeing how we brought this design to life? Leave us a comment below and tell us about your dream ring. And please use the share tab at the bottom of this post to share this story on Facebook, Twitter, or email it to a friend or significant other.

Are you going to be in the market for an engagement ring soon? Or maybe you're just in need of an update or addition to your current jewelry collection? Whatever the occasion is; we would love to design something one of a kind just for you. Contact us by clicking this link, or emailing brittanyc@gemsteady.com. Not a fan of email? That's ok! You can call Brittany directly or text from outside the U.S. using whatsapp at 859-609-1083.

Behind The Scenes. How We Make Our Custom Signet Rings.

Every piece of jewelry at Gem Steady is carefully made by hand. Today I want to share with you how we make our custom signet rings...

There are many different methods for making jewelry; but to create our signet rings we use the ancient art of sand casting. Watch the video below as we show you how we create molds using carved wax models, clay, molten silver, and whole lot of patience.

After you're finished watching don't forget to visit our shop to browse our collection of available goods, or contact us for custom designs or engraving.

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A FASHION STORY. OUR FAVORITE RINGS

CLOTHING, HEELS AND CLUTCH CAN BE PURCHASED AT WWW.NET-A-PORTER.COM. RINGS CAN BE PURCHASED AT WWW.GEMSTEADY.COM 

Hello out there to all of you GS fans! Today we are giving a shout out to some of our all time favorite finger candy. We rely on our fingers for typing, driving, cooking, applying makeup-the list goes on. It is time that we say thank you to our hard working fingers by adorning them in the finest gems the world has to offer!

Whether you prefer moldavite, rutilated quartz, amethyst, sapphires, emeralds or diamonds, we want to see your fingers in full dazzle mode. Rings may be one of the most versatile pieces of jewelry around. Even the fanciest diamond ring can be sported with a casual outfit consisting of your favorite skinnies and a sleek blazer. It does not matter if you wear one simple gold band, or adorn your whole hand with your favorite gems. There is the perfect ring out there for everyone, so find the rock of your dreams if you have not already.

My favorite ring is and always will be my giant crystal knuckle duster by Gem Steady. Just like all of their pieces, it is the perfect combination of elegance, edge and innovation. Now we are dying to know what your favorite ring is! Snap a photo of your favorite finger candy on Instagram and be sure to #gemsteady

Until next time... keep those fingers dazzling ladies and gentlemen!

-BB

Green With...Determination

It's midnight and I can't stop looking at kelly green Birkin bags. I'm obsessed with all things green. Deep, dark kelly green. Emerald green even. Have you ever felt like wearing or carrying a certain color would somehow help you conquer the world? This green is giving me super powers. 

Here's a list of my favorite green things...in no particular order.

1. Cash Money

2. Birkin bags

3.Spring/Summer landscapes

4.Emeralds and Moldavite

5.Sexy reptiles

What's your current color obsession? Tell me in the comments below.

xoxox-

Brittany C.

A FASHION STORY: NEW GEMS & THE KY DERBY

RING: GEM STEADY, HAT: NET-A-PORTER, DRESS: FAR FETCH, FEATHER SHAWL: NET-A-PORTER, CLUCTH: KATHRYN ALLEN COUTURE, HEELS: NET-A-PORTER

Hello out there all of you Gem Steady fanatics! It has been a while since we chatted about fashion with you guys, and today we are celebrating one of the best excuses to get all dolled up... The Kentucky Derby! Even if you are not from kentucky, you can still saddle up for this iconic event. So grab a mint julep, a ridiculously darling hat and your sweetest cocktail dress. 

In addition to celebrating the KY Derby, which happens a week from Saturday, we also wanted to share our latest creation with all of you. Antique flair and many sleepless nights went in to making this emerald and diamond adorned ring. It is the perfect ring to spice up an LBD, or even your daily uniform of black skinny jeans and a white tee. This ring is so versatile and it adds the perfect little pop of color to your jewelry wardrobe. Have yours custom made with platinum or white gold! 

For this board, we wanted to show you how feminine and innocent this ring can be. Sure, it can hang with a Versace leather jacket, but it can also be a total sweetheart. We paired our latest piece with a Giambattista Valli number in a delicate cream satin with a light floral overlay. 

I am pretty sure you are not even allowed to go to the derby without an amazing hat, so we picked a vintage-inspired buff-pink topper by Philip Treacy. We added rose touches with a feather shawl by Jenny Packham and a spacious clutch by Kathryn Allen Couture. Jimmy Choo sandals complete our derby day look. 

Even if you are not heading to the races on derby day, you can still dress to the 9's! Use it as an excuse to feel like an elegant princess, and put your own unique twist on the classic derby combinations. 

Stay tuned for more boards featuring our stunning new ring!

-BB

THE LUXE LOWDOWN. WORLD'S MOST VERSATILE RING

Our tourmalinated quartz beauty is the perfect statement piece for a day of shopping and lunch with the girls! All additional pieces can be found at http://www.net-a-porter.com/

Look at how effortlessly our ring of the moment transitions into an evening show stopper.... This baby knows no bounds! All additional items can be found at http://www.net-a-porter.com/

Welcome back lovers of luxury! We could not help but notice your fondness for our magnificent masterpiece featuring an emerald-cut tourmalinated quartz stone. Well, we have even more reasons why this ring is pretty much the best ring out there. With neutral hues, this ring is rockin with just about any look. 

We have put together a super chic street style look along with an evening look to demonstrate just how versatile this ring is. Wear it with a foxy LBD or a pair of sleek skinny jeans. Pair it with neon shades or metallic shine. It goes great with sky-high stilettos or luxe sneakers. 

Could this ring get any better!?

Head to our contact page for inquiries about custom designs.

Every Gem Steady piece is handmade with love and good vibes! 

THE LUXE LOWDOWN. GEM STEADY'S FAVORITE LUXURIES

ALL ITEMS ON THIS BOARD CAN BE FOUND AT http://www.net-a-porter.com/

Hello lovers of all things luxurious! We are very excited to release our blindingly-beautiful stacked rings, featuring 14K gold and some of our favorite gemstones, including diopside and amethyst. These beauties can be customized to suit any style and fabulosity level. Imagine these stunning stacks in platinum sprinkled with diamonds… we can totally make it happen!

The newest jewels to be inducted into the GS hall of fame are not the only things we have been obsessing over this week. In fact, we have an entire list of drool-worthy pieces from our go to online shopping destination for one-of-a-kind designer duds! This week, we swooned over sporty-chic staples in black and blue. An artistic and slightly edgy mix of fabrics and shades will leave you feeling like a badass queen!

Luxe List:

1. Form fitting and flattering, embellished tulle paneled stretch-jersey dress by Mugler.

2. Sporty and versatile, leather-trimmed crocheted cotton zip-up by IRO.

3. Total BA vibes, suede, rubber and leather high-tops by Balenciaga.

4. Glossy perfection, La Laque couture nail lacquer by YSL.

5. Tiny with a punch, studded leather pouch by Balenciaga.

6. Daring and the ultimate luxury, floral jacquard-knit dress by Alexander McQueen. 

THE LUXE LOWDOWN: INSPIRED BY MOLDAVITE, GOLD AND AMETHYST

ALL ITEMS ON THIS FASHION BOARD CAN BE FOUND AT http://www.net-a-porter.com/us/en/ AND WWW.GEMSTEADY.COM

Welcome back Gem Steady fanatics! If you have ever had the pleasure of sporting a GS piece, you probably already know that it makes you feel like royalty. The luxurious metals and stones will basically boost you up to queen or king status instantly.

You are probably all familiar with our marvelous concoction of moldavite, amethyst and 14K gold... we are pretty obsessed with it! In honor of this one-of-a-kind masterpiece finger-candy ring, we created a style board of luxury products inspired by it. 

Rich hues of purple, green and gold are great for making a statement, and these colors infuse a huge dose of luxe into any look. 

Experiment with a bold deep-violet lip. Feel confident in a bedazzled golden sweater. Feel like a princess with an emerald-green sequined clutch. 

Do you ever experiment with these royal colors? If so, we would love to see how you inject them into your look! Share all of your fab style pics with us on Instagram!

#gemsteady 

THE LUXE LOWDOWN. INSPIRED BY CITRINE & OBSIDIAN

All items can be found at www.gemsteady.com & http://www.net-a-porter.com/

Greetings to all of you gem lovers out there! The GS headquarters are sending mass warm and happy vibes to each and every one of you right now. 

There are certain elements implanted in every person that unifies us. No matter who you are, what continent you call home, and which side of the bed you sleep on, I can think of something that automatically connects us... we all are inspired by something. 

It could be a powerful quote from your favorite poet. It could be a stray, dangling rose in a garden full of thorns. It could be a super-fit mom on Instagram who manages to make healthy dinners for her family, despite being busy 24/7. 

The point is, I bet you know of something that makes you thrive. Something that makes you giddy as a school girl as soon as you look at it. One of our greatest inspirations are the gorgeous gems we create fine jewelry out of. 

If you are a gem-nerd, you will know the satisfaction of seeing the sun bounce off of your favorite stone, and illuminate it like a fireworks show against the night sky...

Today, we wanted to share two fashion boards inspired by our favorite stones. The rich, golden warmth of citrine gives you an instant burst of sunshine. Our cool-cat obsidian is a little bit urban-rustic, and 100% luxurious. 

You know what inspires us. Now, we want to know what inspires you! Tell us below what gets you through a long day, and what inspires you to get your creative juices flowing! 

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THE LUXE LOWDOWN. ROSE AMETHYST

OUR INSPIRATIONAL RING

A FEW OF OUR FAVORITE STUNNING PIECES & PRODUCTS

ALL ITEMS ON THIS BOARD CAN BE FOUND AT WWW.NET-A-PORTER.COM

Hello everyone! Our post today is simple and sweet. Just like a vanilla cupcake with fluffy-rose frosting on top. We are forever mesmerized by the lilac, lavender and soft-pink hues found in rose amethyst. Feminine and whimsical, these beautiful stones will make you feel like the confident princess that you are. 

We even found a few darling pieces that remind us of our beloved rosey ring! It just so happens that this pinkish-purple color is hot for spring, and it pairs great with pastels, crisp whites, and deep shades of brown and green. Add leather to the look for that whole, "naughty & nice" vibe. Or pair your rose amethyst pieces with billowing silks and elegant lace for an ultra feminine creation.

What do you think of rose amethyst? Are you digging these feminine and soft hues? Most importantly, what gem inspires you the most?! We would love to know! 

Shop the boards: 

Ring: Gem Steady- ROSE AMETHYST CITRINE SPARKLY COCKTAIL RING IN 14K GOLDhttp://www.gemsteady.com/shop/rose-amethyst-citrine-sparkler-ring-sterling-silver-or-14k-gold

NARS

Larger Than Life Lip Gloss - Années Folles

 http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/455811/NARS/larger-than-life-lip-gloss-annees-folles

BOTTEGA VENETA

Intrecciato leather shoulder bag- http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/496544/Bottega_Veneta/intrecciato-leather-shoulder-bag

MARKUS LUPFER

Cory floral-jacquard mini dress- http://www.net-a-porter.com/us/en/product/537425

MIU MIU

Round-frame glittered acetate sunglasses- http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/502796/Miu_Miu/round-frame-glittered-acetate-sunglasses

 

THE LUXE LOWDOWN. GEM BENEFITS

Hello to all of our gem fanatics out there! If you live anywhere close to the Gem Steady headquarters, you may be peering out your window at heaps of snow right now. Getting dressed in the winter can certainly be a drag. Any exposed skin will turn you into an instant popsicle, and only the bravest of people dare to wear heels on the slush covered ground.

Luckily, Gem Steady has no "right" season. Our timeless jewels can give you the boost of happiness and excitement you need before venturing out into the winter cold. Our latest creation, a set of earrings that combines the beauty of nature and old Hollywood elegance are the perfect addition to your year-round wardrobe. 

These little beauties feature classic gold and diamonds, but they also have a secret. The marvelous marbled-slate stone in the center is Obsidian, an element that forms from quickly cooled lava that does not have time to turn into glass. Not only is this stone obtained in an obscenely awesome way, but this volcanic rock has some firey powers too!

Benefits of Obsidian:

• It has metaphysical properties that ward off negative vibes. 
• Known as the "stone of truth", Obsidian can help one understand and accepts their faults. 
• Whoever chooses to wear this volcanic rock will find themselves becoming more aware of their tendencies, and will gain a big dose of confidence. 
• Not only does Obsidian help you understand your own ways, but it helps you to become more sympathetic toward others too.
• Obsidian will help you realize that nothing is ever going to be perfect, but it can help you overcome the obstacles you come across. This gem may have a blunt personality, but it is also a sweetheart who wants you to practice spreading good vibes to all you meet.  

Gem Steady is known for fusing unexpected elements with classic stones to create on-of-a-kind pieces. How many couture jewelers out there whip out pieces that involve meteorites and volcanic rocks!? If you are dying to get your hands on an Obsidian piece, contact Brittany C. ASAP!

Cheers to the hope of warmer weather and beautiful gems!

THE LUXE LOWDOWN. SPRING FLING

Spring 2015 Runway: Soft & Feminine 

Designers Top Left: Badgley Mischka, Valentino Haute Couture, Naeem Khan 

Designers Bottom Left: Elie Saab, Valentin Yudashkin, Zuhair Murad

Amazingly Beautiful Pieces by Gem Steady  

Hello Gem Steady fanatics! Today we are swooning over the breathtakingly gorgeous feminine gowns that floated down the Spring 2015 runways. May all of the girly-girls out there rejoice! We have been seeing a lot of sheer fabrics, pastel colors, and floral embellishments on the runway, and they are surprisingly easy to pull off, and you can totally edge these pieces out if you aren't into that whole "delicate flower" thing. 

Opt for a shorter version of some of the dresses above for a night out on the town (because long gowns and cocktails can get very dangerous), use sheer pieces as an excuse for some creative layering, and add a fitted white-leather motorcycle jacket over a flirty blush-pink number to add a little funk to your look. 

Have we mentioned that Gem Steady whips out the perfect elegant touches to compliment the flirty & feminine trend that has been splattered on just about every runway? Gem Steady has something for every taste. Maybe you are searching for a petite trinket crafted out of diamonds and platinum. You may even be searching for a show stopping statement piece made out of amethyst and moldavite. Timeless beauty, and excellent craftsmanship connects each piece that Gem Steady creates. Versatile, elegant, and always unique.... You know you need some Gem Steady in your life!

We hope you are inspired to test out some super-fem pieces this spring! We really admire the spectacular details that were put into all of the looks pictured above. From crystal-kissed lace, to super shiny embroidered satin... The 2015 runways nailed it!