Whether you’re shopping for the Kim Kardashian diva or the more modest Kate Middleton type, nothing says Birthday Girl like an amazing watch by Chopard. Your beloved birthday girl will be smitten with her new watch. 1.) Chopard CASMIR 43/5912 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Watch The Chopard CASMIR is known as a striking fashion…
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Cartier. The name alone conjures images of opulence. Of exotic panther designs. Of Liz Taylor’s famous baubles. Of that enticing and succulent little Cartier red box. Or better yet, of a big red box. Raymond Lee Jewelers’ obsession with Cartier is well documented, so it should come as no surprise that our online showroom and…
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Nothing compares to the extravagance of the Elvis Presley era, when the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll and his showy style conquered the stage and ushered in a period of gratification. Elvis’ fashion sensibilities enticed fans and had them dying to know what he’d wear next. Though his legacy lives on forever in his music,…
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In the history of watches and their evolution into the spectacular, luxurious timepieces that they are today, the first self winding mechanism was invented for pocket watches in 1770. The first automatic wristwatch was later adapted in 1923, the craft of a British watch repairer named John Harwood. In the decades after 1923, a number…
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1920s inspired wedding dresses, Art Deco inspired wedding dresses, and vintage style wedding dresses have ruled the bridal runways for just about a year now. And we are happy to report that this gorgeous trend isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. Brides are looking to the past for modern takes on gilded age fashion. Maybe the…
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The battle continues! Pandora and Chamilia, companies that sell upscale sterling silver charm bracelets and coordinating jewelry, are, once again, in a scuffle. Pandora previously claimed that Chamilia infringed its patent-pending bead threading system, but the court decided in favor of Chamilia in 2009, saying that although their threading systems are the same, competition is, overall,…
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Men’s fashion trends in summer 2012 are channeling the 1990’s. Throwback patterns, prints, and rich hues are just some colorful highlights. As the temps turn up, short suits get hotter than ever. Loafers and boat shoes will be seen all over the docks, while classic stark black sunglasses are yet again a beach staple. Floral…
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Cameo is a method of carving that features a raised positive relief image contrasting a negative intaglio image. The method is often used to make jewelry with different stones layered together. The most popular stones for this are onyx and agate but other semi-precious gemstones can be used as well. Cameo jewelry dates as far…
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The hunt for your beautiful wedding gown is now over. You’ve found the perfect dress that fits your personal style. Now it is time to find the right necklace to match your stunning wedding dress. Here are a few tips to consider when choosing the right necklace for your wedding dress. Strapless Dresses: When wearing…
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Vintage Clothes and Jewelry Using your old wardrobe in new ways is an essential to keeping yourself stylish on a budget. In the world of fashion, trends change swiftly so it’s smart to not do away with your quality clothes only because they are out of style. Instead, store them away in a spot where…
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Last Sunday, most of America was tuned into the American Theatre Wing’s Tony Awards to watch the most talented actors receive awards to celebrate their excellence in Broadway theater. But, if there was something more important to watch than the actual award show, it was the red carpet coverage held at the Beacon Theatre in…
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From the moment Audrey Hepburn, as Holly Golightly, decorated her bare chest with pearls in the 1961 classic Breakfast at Tiffany’s, pearls instantly took on an aura of luxury. The little black dress and pearl combination is one of the most iconic fashion moments of the twentieth century. Maybe even the most renown fashion combination of all…
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What to Wear in Venice Welcome back to Travel Tuesday! We’re thoroughly infected with the Travel Bug at Raymond Lee Jewelers, and our globe trotting adventures don’t end with all of the jewelry shows we attend. When wanderlust kicks in, and our minds start to drift, here’s a sampling of Where we’ve gone/what we’ll Wear.…
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