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  • Need Ideas for Your Sweetheart? Our 2021 Valentines Gift Guide:

    Need Ideas for Your Sweetheart? Our 2021 Valentines Gift Guide:

    February 14th is just about here – This traditional holiday of romance isn’t hard to nail with a little planning. From elaborate gestures to recognizing a special someone, we all want to send the right message with the perfect present.

    So, to help with your gift-giving and gestures of love, we’ve gathered the best ideas and treats without breaking the bank. Whether it is for your partner, extended family, or even your BFF, make someone feel extra appreciated this Valentine’s Day!

    The Basics:

    These items are classic for a good reason – they work! But it’s very important to do them right and try to add that special touch with a personal note or picture. Remember, it’s all about showing that special person you care about, and these classics will definitely do that!

    For Her:

    Flowers: These are a must on Valentine’s day – even if you have other gifts or plans, make sure to at least have some flowers or a rose. Make sure to order these in advance and get her favorite type (if you don’t know definitely time to figure that out!). There are many flower delivery services available that make getting the right bouquet very easy.
    Chocolate: Few things go together like chocolate and Valentine’s Day. This is because they look and taste amazing, have health benefits, and is considered an aphrodisiac food since the time of the Aztecs. So, there is no better way to set the mood right then by sharing some chocolate with that someone special.
    Jewelry: This is a great way to personalize your gift, plus it is appropriate for all body types and skin tones. There are many great shops on Etsy, as well as traditional stores, that will allow you to create the perfect piece for that special someone.
    Card/Note: When it comes to showing your love, a well-thought-out and written letter or card can really make her feel butterflies. This is the time to try and express those feeling and show your valentine just how much they mean to you! Plus, this does not cost much and has huge sentimental value.

    For Him:

    Chocolate/Food: While Valentine’s chocolate is typically thought of as gifts for her, men love chocolates just as much, and appreciate getting them on this special day as well. Those aphrodisiac qualities work for men too, so it’s a great way to help set the mood.
    Bourbon (Favorite Spirit): If your man loves his bourbon or whiskey (or any other type of spirit), getting him a nice bottle of his favorite will definitely be a hit.
    Pictures/Mementos: Here is a great opportunity to personalize your Valentine’s gift this year. Guys usually do not do this for themselves but really appreciate having these items as gifts.

    Unique Gifts

    While the classics are a good starting point, if you have been with someone for a while you might require something different this year. Valentines Day is all about showing your love, so don’t be afraid to step outside the classics gift to find something that they will truly love.

    For Her:

    The Night Sky: Did the stars align when you and your valentine met? Well, know you can give her a picture of those magical stars. These have become popular in the last few years. They are pictures of the stars on a particular night.
    Make Your Own Chocolate Truffles Kit: Now chocolate is a must, but why not do it with a twist this year. Since dining out might not be an option this year, plan on using this as a fun home dessert to end the night with something tasty. She will love the creativity and it will be something memorable for both of you.
    Personalized Love Story Book: Love is personal, so the best gift to say “I love you” could only be a personalized book! This customizable book is the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day. Celebrate your unique relationship by saying exactly what it is that makes her special to you.

    For Him:

    Custom Watch: Guys always need a good watch, why not get one that will remind him of you every time looks at it. You can even put a special message engraved on the back for that extra touch.
    Chocolate Body Paint: Skip dinner and head straight for dessert with this sinfully sweet Valentine’s Day gift for him. This one present he won’t forget anytime soon. A paintbrush is included so apply liberally and enjoy.
    A Proper Beard Grooming Kit: If you man as beard, they most certainly require ways to keeping it looking nice. There are some great kits available that will help him bring out his inner lumberjack but allow him to keep his beard tame.

    Money is No Option:

    If you’re in the mood to spoil your Valentine this year, and money is no option, then there are some really fun options available that will make your Valentine feel on top of the world.

    For Her:
    Diamonds! : The sparkle from diamond earrings or a necklace will have your valentines falling in love all over again. Make sure to slip a special note in the box to top it off.
    Surprise Trip: With the cold weather upon us, a surprise trip to a nice beach or resort will make this Valentine’s day extremely memorable.
    Spa Day: Either as a couple or with her friends, a day at the spa will make any woman feel amazing.

    For Him:
    New Set of Golf Clubs: If your man likes to hit the links, getting him a new set of clubs will surely make his Valentine’s day. Plus it will remind him of you every time he is out on the course!
    Surprise Trip: Want to blow his mind! Plan a surprise trip to a resort or your favorite vacation spot! Being able to get away, especially in the winter is always a winner.
    New Tech: Either a new phone, computer, or even the new PS5/Xbox will have your many jumping up and down. Getting the latest and greatest new gadgets will be a hit and something he will most likely be showing off to all his friends, thanks to you.


  • Thinking about Getting Engaged? Why Blue Diamonds are so Popular

    Thinking about Getting Engaged? Why Blue Diamonds are so Popular

    Blue diamonds are rather rare, and, as such, are extremely expensive. Naturally occurring blue diamonds are so rare that many people thought that “blue diamonds” weren’t actually a real thing in antiquity. Instead, it was thought that such stones were actually sapphire.

    In the modern era, blue diamonds are exceedingly popular as engagement ring stones. This is due to the striking appearance and deep symbology of blue diamonds. Today, we’re looking more deeply into blue diamonds and their place among other types of diamond.

    Blue Diamonds

    Overview

    Despite their physical similarities, sapphires and blue diamonds are not the same gemstones. Sapphires are actually part of the corundum family, much like rubies. Corundum is a crystallized form of aluminum oxide and manifests many colors in nature. Blue diamonds, as their name implies, are a solid form of the element carbon, like all naturally occurring diamonds.

    Blue diamonds, unlike their clear or yellow cousins, are exceedingly rare in nature. They share this trait with red or pink diamonds, though blue diamonds tend to be more popular in formal jewelry. Blue diamonds, much like any diamonds, have a crystalline lattice structure that makes them incredibly hard and resistant to most forms of contaminates.

    Deep Blue

    The beautiful deep blue color of blue diamonds is caused by the rare appearance of a contaminate in the crystalline lattice structure. In the case of a blue diamond, the contaminant in question is boron. Few elements can contaminate diamonds, as their carbon-lattice structure is very resistant to such impurities. This makes blue diamonds much rarer than white or yellow diamonds.

    In fact, blue diamonds are almost entirely of the Type IIb diamond classification, which themselves are only 0.1% of the world’s supply of diamonds. Only a few of these, in turn, are blue. This means you can expect to pay a pretty penny for a blue diamond, but you’ll know you’re getting one of the rarest rocks on Earth.

    It’s also possible to create a blue diamond in a lab setting. Artificially made blue diamonds are made using electron-beam radiation, and it’s much more likely that this what you’re buying when you start shopping for a blue diamond.

    Blue Diamond Lore

    Humans love gemstones, and many people ascribe various near-supernatural powers to them. Blue diamonds are no exception. Many people ascribe properties of truthfulness, eternity, peace, devotion and spirituality. It’s no surprise, then, that these rings prove so popular as engagement rings. What words are better to describe a union than eternity, truthfulness and devotion?

    Famous blue diamonds are not plentiful, but their fame outweighs their small numbers. One of the most famous gemstones of all time, the Hope Diamond, is a fancy blue diamond. Originally, the Tavernier Blue, a rough but strikingly beautiful diamond, was cut down into the Blue Diamond of the French Crown.

    The Hope Diamond

    History holds that Tavernier, a French explorer, purchased the exceptionally large diamond from a mine in India. He then sold it to the French Crown, where it was cut down into the French Crown’s prized Blue Diamond. Following the events of the French Revolution in the late 1700’s, the diamond was stolen and recut into the smaller (yet still exceptionally large) Hope Diamond in an attempt to obscure its origins.

    Following a long and complex series of changing hands in the intervening century, the Hope Diamond eventually found its way to rest in the National Gem Collection in Washington DC. The stone is so famous and rare as to be of literally incalculable value. It’s impossible to say how expensive the stone would be if it were auctioned. Folklore has also suggested that the stone possesses ill fortune, and any wearers of the jewel have a cruel fate befall them.