Champagne Diamonds Make Fashion Transitions Pop This Fall

Are you still trying to find the perfect accessory to your summer-to-fall-transition fashion staples? The answer may be as simple as adding the color of one gemstone: champagne diamonds from Rio Tinto's Argyle Mine in Australia.

"What we are seeing from the latest 2014 fall fashion trends is a match fit perfectly for champagne diamonds," says jewelry and style expert Michael O'Connor. "The light champagne to rich cognac natural shades are neutral, making them a perfect combination for all the neutrals that we're seeing in fashion as well as all of the rich brighter gemstone colors, popular at holiday time."

Since the diamond's color is natural, it's categorized as a "fancy colored" diamond. Yet, this word really doesn't do it justice considering its rarity -- for every 10,000 white diamonds, there is only one natural-color diamond. Despite its rarity, however, the champagne diamond remains price accessible, making it attainable for nearly anyone.

So which colors will fashionistas be coupling with Argyle champagne diamonds this season?

• Jewel tones. Metallic fabrics in shades ranging from cranberry and hot pink to deep emerald, teal, orchid, honey mustard, wine and crimson highlight this category.
• Bright tones. Orange, tangerine, cherry, fuchsia, caution yellow, lime and cobalt will surely "pop" this fall.
• Neutral tones. Fitting perfectly with the champagne diamond color spectrum, tones like loden, pea green, camel, cocoa, toffee, ivory, dove grey, grey, charcoal and ink were showcased in the 2014 spring shows as fall and winter must-haves.
• Soft tones. If pastel-style color is more your thing, consider tones like carnation, dusty rose, nude, peachy nude, ice blue, lilac and lavender.

No matter what colors you decide to sport during the transition to cooler seasons, be assured that Argyle champagne diamonds are a formidable fashion must-have with every style, including rocker chic, athletic wear, casual elegance and red carpet drama.

"The good news for those looking to maximize their fashion purchases is that champagne diamonds go with nearly any clothing category," says O'Connor. "The warm, neutral tones of champagne diamonds easily lend themselves to summer, fall and winter wear, making the transition from lightweight summer styles to winter's layered looks effortless."

This fall, nearly anybody can pick out their favorite outfit -- whether it be silk, neoprene or denim -- and feel comfortable knowing that their champagne diamond accessories will always match.

A Guy's Guide to Selecting Wedding Bands

Congratulations to all you soon-to-be grooms. Now that your wedding is only months away, your jewelry collection -- just a watch, huh? - is about to increase by as much as 50 percent. Meaning, it's time to start thinking about what kind of wedding band you want for yourself.

Wedding bands have become the norm for men in recent years - 97 percent of grooms in The Knot Market Intelligence's "2011 Engagement & Jewelry Study" opted for one - so even if you have any doubts, your bride will probably set you straight. That means your only real decision is what kind of band best suits you.
To hear CNNMoney.com tell it, there are basically two camps: those who "don't want to compromise" when it comes to quality (platinum bands), and those who feel they cannot afford the best and therefore need to settle (bands made from alternative metals). But, as jewelry expert Michael O'Connor points out, that doesn't really give the whole picture.

"It's true that platinum is so rare - 30 times more so than gold - that if all the world's supply were melted and poured into an Olympic-size pool, it would barely reach your ankles," O'Connor says. "But men's platinum bands start at $500."

That turns out to be pretty comparable to the cost of the two most popular alternative metals: titanium and tungsten carbide. Both are perhaps best known for being used to make fighter jets. Cool, right? Well, yes, but that also means they're intrinsically lightweight and lack the heft of platinum.

"Most men prefer something that feels masculine on their finger," says O'Connor.
There are other facts to consider, too. Tungsten and titanium jewelry will need special reconditioning if scratched, and cannot be resized. Even the more popular white gold will require rhodium replating to restore its white color due to wear over time. And while platinum - as all precious metals - can scratch, the metal is simply displaced on the surface of the ring, meaning very little metal is lost in wear. That makes it the most durable family heirloom that will last generations.

Still confused? Then ask yourself this question: How committed are you to your future wife?
If the answer's what we think, then know that platinum has traditionally symbolized a relationship that will endure since it doesn't fade or change color. "That's the kicker for a lot of couples," says O'Connor.

Tips to Put a Stop to Early Aging

Dermatologists can't stress it enough: How you treat your skin now will affect its future appearance. While it may seem silly to worry about wrinkles long before you have any, it's true that preparation pays off. According to dermatologists, more women in their twenties are asking for anti-aging tips. So, what can you do keep your skin looking young and healthy? Kiehl's Since 1851, a company that specializes in skin and hair care formulas derived from natural ingredients, offers the following tips:

• Rest up. There's a reason "you look tired" and "you look great" aren't synonymous. But did you know that the position in which you sleep can also affect your looks? If you sleep face-down, fluid can collect beneath your eyes. Try sleeping face-up with your head slightly elevated with pillows. If you do wake up with facial swelling, try tapping the skin beneath your eyes or applying a cold compress.


• Apply vitamin C. Your skin contains more vitamin C than any other antioxidant, including the much-touted vitamin E. To keep vitamin C at an optimal level, make sure you are applying a skincare formula that contains plenty of vitamin C.
  
  "Vitamin C helps keep skin even and bright, and it offers potent antioxidant protection from environmental stressors, such as pollution and sunlight," said Dr. Adam Geyer, fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, Instructor in Clinical Dermatology at Columbia University and Kiehl's Brand Ambassador.
  
  Two of Kiehl's products, "Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate" to improve tone and texture all over the face and "Line-Reducing Eye-Brightening Concentrate" formulated specifically for the eye area to boost radiance and minimize wrinkles, contain 10.5 percent vitamin C. Unlike many retinol products, they won't cause photosensitivity and irritation and are gentle enough for twice-daily use. Apply them after cleansing, both day and night to obtain the greatest results.


• Reduce your sodium intake. You can make your doctor and your skin happy at the same time! When you eat too much sodium, you can cause your body to shift fluid into extracellular spaces, especially beneath your eyes. Avoid excess sodium intake to benefit both your health and your skin.

Reinventing Swimwear for Women

Sunglasses: Check.
Sunblock: Check.
Swimsuit: Uh-oh!
The sun is out, and the surf is up, but women everywhere can be found in front of full-length mirrors facing an age-old dilemma, thinking: "What swimsuit can I possibly pull off with my body type?"
The bathing suit hunt is nothing less than discouraging. When met with most store's racks crammed with handkerchief-size designs with bottoms that slip down and tops that ride up, women truly get the short end of the stick when it comes to summer swimwear.

That is, until now. Launched in 2009, Ohio-based designer Debbie Kuhn is bursting onto the market with a new concept that is a twist and a blend of the tried and true: Girltrunks. Kuhn designed the two-piece suits because the traditional swimsuit market offered nothing that covered the legs.

After accepting an invitation for a summer holiday in Montana that was to include tubing down the Madison, Kuhn found herself in a futile search in many a store for an appropriate outfit for the river excursion when she was struck with the perfect solution: "Why don't I pair a tankini top with swim trunks?" She did just that. "It was a day in time I remember vividly. I felt so liberated, in swimwear of all things, and I wanted to share that feeling with other women."

The trunks fit like finely tailored Bermuda shorts and are available in two leg-covering lengths. They are made of a quick-drying polyamide fabric with mesh lining that dries almost instantly, unlike many traditional women's bathing suits. To complete the look, two top styles are offered in chic prints. All are available in sizes 4-24.

Like the slogan "Reinventing swimwear for women," Gilrtrunks delivers a sense of confidence women so desperately lack during bathing suit season. But the suits don't just flatter -- they're versatile, too. Swimming, visiting water parks, biking, hiking, jogging or just simply strolling the beach, Girltrunks lend themselves perfectly to any activity.

Short to tall, skinny to plus-sized, apple to pear, teenager to grandmother; women no longer are forced to be swathed in the excess of a cover up. Comfortable, stylish and taking in the joys of summer -- that's you, girlfriend, in Girltrunks.

High Tech Pearls Are Captivating the Younger Jewelry Consumer

Pearls are the perfect, malleable medium for today's ever-changing fashions. But don't mistake some of today's modern pearls with Grandmother's simple strands. Add a little tech, color and carvings, and you take that classic right into the 21st century. Yes, it's true: Today's pearls are appealing to a new generation that is discovering their beauty and luster while enjoying some amazing new characteristics.

Think pearls can't be high tech? Think again! One designer in California, Chi Huynh of Galatea Jewelry by Artist, is known for creating numerous variations on the cultured pearl. His latest invention (patent pending) is called the Momento Pearl. To make it, Huynh inserted a tiny NFC chip into a cultured pearl. When you use it in combination with the company's proprietary Galatea App, you can upload voice and text messages, images and web links. Simply tap the pearl against an Android phone to hear the voice message and see what you've uploaded.

How about a little color in your pearl? Huynh has also patented a cultured pearl with a colored stone bead inside. When the pearl exterior or nacre (pronounced "nay-ker") is carved, the color is revealed. Described as one of the greatest developments in pearl culturing since Kokichi Mikimoto invented the process in the early 1920s, the "Galatea Pearl" is one of the rarest pearls in the world. They are available as pendants, earrings and rings in 14k gold.

Why not carve pearls like marble to make miniature sculptures? Hand-carving pearls have always been a hallmark of Huynh's Galatea jewelry designs. More than 75 percent of the company's jewelry use carved pearls rather than the more traditional smooth-surfaced pearls. Normally, pearls are valued for their color, luster (the "shine" on its exterior), uniform and blemish-free surface. Huynh revolutionized traditional beliefs about cultured pearls, calling his carved pearls, "Pearls without Boundaries." They may not be for pearl traditionalists, but that's what makes them so appealing to a younger audience.

And speaking of that younger audience, the company's "King Pearls" are large, dark Tahitian pearls with unique carvings depicting dragons, dolphins, crosses and other modern designs.
All in all -- with pearls on center stage with fashionistas -- pearls are a jewelry mainstay whose time it is to break out of the box. And Galatea is just one company that has proven this to be true.

Choosing the Right Watch for Your Personal Style

These days, watches definitely aren't just for telling time. No, today's timepieces are more about making a very clear statement.
About who you are.
Or, for some, who you aspire to be.

"Watches have become a part of fashion and an extension of our personality," says Lauren Dimet Waters of Second City Style. "But there's also no denying that they remain, for both men and women, an indicator of one's status."

And just in case you doubt that, here's one of the ultimate "tells": So many people are so into watches that the wildly popular TV series "Mad Men" uses classic '60s timepieces to signal hero Don Draper's career ascent.

Need help finding the watch that says "you"? Read on:
The Fashionista: She's the one whose look everyone in the office will be emulating months later -- whether it's gray nail polish, riding boots or an armful of bangles. The Linea wraparound from Swiss watchmaker Baume & Mercier (www.baume-et-mercier.com/collection-linea) is the Fashionista's perfect first luxury watch, given its gracefully rounded curves and -- here's the clincher -- wraparound strap that comes in an accessorizer's dream choice of colors. "Burgundy is hot right now," says Waters.

The Entrepreneur: Inspiring potential investors is critical, but what to do if all your money is being plowed back into your business? Two words: Go retro. Chances are an older relative's jewelry box contains at least one classic timepiece they've totally forgotten about.

The Sporty Guy: When just about everyone you know owns the same cool electronic gadgets -- which is still truer for men than it is for women -- that calls for a watch that's absolutely one-of-a-kind among your friends. The trick is finding one that works just as well with a $3,000 suit as it does with jeans and a tee. Enter Baume & Mercier's blue-dial Capeland 10066 (www.baume-et-mercier.com/collection-capeland/capeland-10066), which hits the trifecta with its chronograph, telemeter and tachymeter features on a thick black alligator leather strap. Shop this watch at the Baume & Mercier e-boutique or by calling 1-800-MERCIER, where free wrapping and free engraving are available.

The Individualist: She'd rather wrestle an alligator than be accused of going along to get along. That means "yes" to an oversized men's watch -- a popular trend for women -- but "no" to ruining the effect with a load of diamonds on the bezel.

Finally, the answer to one of the most often-asked questions. How many watches does a person need? "As many as (you) want or can afford," a Wall Street Journal blogger opined.

How to Relief with Allergies?

What are Allergies?
An allergies is an abnormal reaction to ordinarily harmless substance or substances. These sensitizing substances, called allergens, may be inhaled, swallowed or come into contact with the skin.Substances that cause allergic reactions, such as certain foods, dust, plant pollen, or medicines, are known as allergens.

What are the Symptoms of Allergies ?
An allergy is actually a malfunction of the immune system, which attacks invaders or antibodies.Allergic reactions can be mild, like a runny nose, or they can be severe, like difficulty breathing.Allergic asthma caused by allergens such as mites and pollens, and stinging insect allergy.Allergic reaction to something that is breathed into the lungs in a person who is susceptible.

What Medications to Treat Allergies?
Medications such as pills or nasal sprays are often used to treat allergies.Many effective medications are available to treat common allergies.

AANGAMIK DMG :
AANGAMIK DMG is the only pure DMG product that contains no fillers or binders and is therefore pure and non-allergenic.

Allercetin Allergy & Sinus:
Allercetin is a Bio-Aligned Formula that utilizes natural homeopathic remedies for the treatment of allergies.

Allergiemittel AllerAide:
Allergiemittel AllerAide temporarily relieves minor allergic symptoms such as sneezing, itching, runny nose, watery eyes, eczema, wheezing, and shortness of breath caused by allergies.

How to care with Allergies?

1. Wear a mask whenever dusting or mowing a lawn Stop smoking.
2. Keep family pets out of certain rooms, like your bedroom, and bathe them if necessary.
3. Avoid using aspirin, which has been reported to allow food allergens to be more effectively absorbed by the body.
4. Remove carpets or rugs from your room.Install an air-purification system at home.