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Getting your facts about diamonds!

Four Myths , getting your facts straight.   

 

 

 

 

 Buying Diamonds: The four biggest myths about buying diamonds

Before you start thinking about buying diamonds, you should take the time to learn about diamonds and how to buy diamonds of the best quality, value and beauty. What people who are not well informed about diamonds may tell you is common misinformation that falls into four “mythical” categories. Here’s what NOT to believe:

  • Bigger is better
  • The more diamond facets the better
  • A diamond’s grading is the best criteria to buy the most beautiful diamond
  • Ideal cut is always ideal

Buying Diamonds Myth #1 – Bigger is better

There is definitely a wow factor to a large diamond if, and only if, the quality of the diamond is good. The quality, value and beauty of a diamond have little to do with its size, however. There are large stones with no life to them, because they originated from a lesser quality piece of rough. They may have visible inclusions, poor color and clarity. Even more important, they may be poorly cut – cut being the most important of the 4Cs – and therefore be lacking in brilliance and fire. So, carat weight is only significant if the diamond is a beautiful stone, cut with great skill and artistry.

If size is important to you, and budget is also an issue, try to find the largest diamond you can that also meets an acceptable grading standard. You can read about diamond grading – which is the 4 Cs – before you begin to look at diamonds in jewelry stores. Learn how to read the diamond certification paper that is provided by an independent gemological laboratory with all fine diamonds. The diamond certification is your proof of the 4Cs grading for each of the diamonds you are considering buying.

If size is still a major factor in your purchase, a bigger table can make a diamond appear larger, so you may want to consider emerald diamonds, marquise diamonds, pear shaped diamonds and oval diamonds. But make sure no matter which of the diamond shapes you choose, it is well cut to proper proportions.

Buying Diamonds Myth #2 – The more diamond facets the better

Some diamond brands boast that they are more beautiful because they are cut with more diamond facets. There is no doubt that the job of diamond facets is to capture the maximum light and bounce it from facet to facet, then reflect it back to your eye as brilliantly as possible. However, the idea that more diamond facets will create more sparkle is not necessarily true . The most important factor in diamond faceting is the skill and precision with which the diamond artisan cuts and places the facets. If the faceting pattern in not cut with perfect symmetry, then light is lost through the bottom or sides of the stone.

Once again, it is the diamond cut that is most critical to the beauty of the stone. Not the number of facets. Another way to think of it is this: Many diamond shapes have fewer facets than a classic round brilliant, but are exceptionally beautiful and in great demand—such an emerald cut diamond, princess cut diamond, or oval diamond. Your eye can serve as very good judge. Ask your jeweler to show you a variety of diamond shapes with different faceting patterns, and then see which you prefer. It may well be that the number of facets makes little difference. Again, the quality of the diamond itself – its color, clarity and cut – will have much more bearing on the beauty of the stone than the number of facets it boasts.

Buying Diamonds Myth #3 – A diamond’s grading is the best criteria to buy the most beautiful diamond

Considering a diamond’s grading, as listed on the diamond certification , is a very important step when buying diamonds and a clear indictor of the stone’s fair market value. Don not skip this process, because you want to make sure you are buying a quality diamond and paying the right price for it. It is a critical part of the diamond buying information you gather when choosing a diamond. However, grading is best used as a guideline rather than a reason for making the final decision. It often happens that you find a diamond that is actually more beautiful to your eye than another diamond that is graded somewhat higher. So, let your eye be the final judge. In the end, you (or the one you love) won’t be wearing a grading report, you’ll be wearing the diamond – and you want it to be the one that you (and the envious eyes around you) perceive as the mot beautiful and brilliant.

Buying Diamonds Myth #4 – Ideal Cut is always ideal

An Ideal Cut diamond, as it is called, is a round brilliant diamond that has been cut to a specific set of proportions determined in the early part of the 20 th century. These proportions were calculated to create the best possible balance of brilliance and light dispersion.

There is not an industry agreement on what constitutes an Ideal Cut round brilliant cut diamond. Every grading laboratory has a different definition for its top cut grades. There is on going research by various organizations, including the GIA, to determine which specifications produce the best brilliance, dispersion, and scintillation.

The Ideal Cut lost favor over the years, because the resulting diamond appears smaller than a standard cut diamond of the same carat weight, yet costs more. Then, new technology – development of the Firescope – allowed people to look at the diamond through a “scope” device and see how the perfect symmetry of the cut created a circular pattern of hearts. Interest in the Ideal Cut revived.

There is no question that Ideal Cuts are beautiful diamonds, but the proportions are tall and skinny, so less weight goes into the diameter, making the diamond look smaller. That’s why many people prefer well-cut stones that are wider, like the proportion known as 60/60. In any diamond, it is the relation of angles and proportions that matters, not any one number in itself.

With new technology many other innovative diamond cuts have been developed, resulting in diamonds of exceptional quality and beauty. And those cuts are not limited to the round brilliant, but have been applied to the cutting of diamonds of many different and beautiful shapes sometimes called fancy shaped diamonds . Even with round brilliant diamonds, new faceting patterns have resulted in superior brilliance.

Formal, Semi-formal and Informal??

Informal

 Bride: can wear short or long (floor length) and usually will not wear a veil. A flower in the hair adds a nice touch.

Groom: Suit can be worn(Or shorts/as shown) or the newest trend is light beige suits. Chocolate brown suit is nice in the cooler months.

 
informalSemi-formal 

Semi –Formal

Bride: Floor length gown or with a sweep train with short veil or flower in the hair.

Groom: Day time attire is the gray stroller(brown is very popular too!) or black with pinstriped trousers. Evening a black tuxedo is traditional. During the warmer months a white dinner jacket can work.

 

Formal

Formal attire

  Formal

 Bride: Tradtionally wears white or ivory grown that is longer than chapel or cathedral train with a long veil.  The veil should be  at least in the length to her finger tips or longer. A heavy beaded gown should be worn during the evening.

Groom:  General is Oxford gray or black cutaway caot, waistcoat and striped trousers for the daytime formal wedding. Evening is black tailcoats and matching trousers with white ties and waist coat.

Playa del Carmen- Mexico!!

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Whether indulging in an exquisite dinner for two or spending the day relaxing in the sun, Mexico is a top destination for couples looking for a romantic getaway.Looking for a little romance? With its sandy beaches and lovely sunsets, Mexico is the perfect vacation destination for a romantic getaway.
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Happy Anniversary Misty & John

ValHalla cool evening

Ocotber night by the fire

Wedding Lake Tahoe, California

ValHalla Pier

ValHalla beautiful wedding at Lake Tahoe, California one year ago today. Congratulations to Misty & John on your one year anniversary.  

 

 

Newcastle Gardens- Sacramento NACE meeting

September 29th I had escaped the big city of Gardnerville to explore Newcastle Wedding Gardens & Red Horse Barn in Newcastle, California for the Sacramento NACE chapter meeting. I can say it is a beautiful garden indeed. I was waiting for the fairy’s to start peeking out from the bushes. The garden was decorated in a Bohemian style and delightful tunes played by Harpist: Pam Pamperian.  Carriage  rides were offered in a Cinderella style carriage around the property. While strolling the garden meeting new people from near and far sinful hors d’ oeurves were passed to tease the palate before dinner that was presented by Chef Chris Jackson of “Prestige Events”. As the crowd gently started to move toward the barn for dinner you could hear live music playing  which captured my attention. I can say this music would be wonderful for any wedding. I was sure to get their business card and CD. Here is their web address www.BensingGarmire.com . I wanted to thank  Georgia & Stephen Barron for hosting a wonderful evening. You have a beautiful place. And as always it is great to see everyone! Cheers!

Local plug…South Lake Tahoe

Ann gave me a little plug on the South Lake Tahoe web site. This is the site to check out for all the information needed of what is the happenings here locally! 
http://www.southlaketahoe.com/weddings/coordinators Again “Thank You” !

1 year Anniversary of Mary & Travis.

Western themed decor. Mary & Travis

Mary & Travis 1 year Anniversary. The wedding took place at Harrah’s Casino in the Sand Harbor Ballroom with 800 guest. It was the wedding of the summer for 2008.  The wedding took place up on a stage for all the guest to see.

 

Sand Harbor Ballroom @ Harrah's Casino

Guest were surprised when the doors flew open with the “Pistol & Petticoats” at the end of the ceremony with gun shooting  and a “mail order bride” being promised to the groom. The actors were dressed in old western clothes.  This was a little surprise from the brides mother that got the crowd ready for an evening they wouldn’t FORGOTTEN!!!

South Lake Tahoe / Emerald Bay on a yacht

Lake Tahoe Sunset cruise on the Tahoe Paradise yacht.http://www.zephyrcove.com/cruises/charter-cruises.cfmsunset on paradisedining on the Tahoe Paradise yachtThe yacht took a cruise around Emerald Bay during sunset time.flowers were hung on the bow of the boat.ceremony setting on Tahoe ParadiseKaren and Ron wanted a quiet ceremony with very close friends and family here at Lake Tahoe. The ceremony took place on the Tahoe Paradise yacht.

Ceremony at High Camp/ Squaw Valley & Reception at Painted Rock Lodge, Truckee

Gail & Arlo coming from San Francisco wanted their guests to enjoy the great outdoors of the Sierra with elegance along with the rustic influence.  Gail was very involved with her wedding planning and truly put her flair and trade mark of her and Arlo’s personality into the wedding.  The vivid colors of the flowers gave the wedding a punch of gusty glamour that was designed by Julie owner of A Rose Is A Rose http://www.atahoerose.com . Julie had designed the whimsical willow arbor that was not obtrusive but added just enough to signify the bride and groom ceremonial area at High Camp in Squaw Valley. http://www.squaw.com/lake-tahoe-weddings  Along the inside of the aisle way the chairs were adorned by pine cones with ribbon colors that matched the flowers.  The guests were greeted with a glass of champagne and magical music played by the String Beings http://www.thestringbeings.com  The ceremony touched on the native American Indian spiritual meaning of marriage in Squaw Valley.  After the ceremony the guests descended down the cable car that had escorted them up to the ceremony area. The views from the cable car overlook Squaw Valley that is breathtaking all year round.  Resort at Squaw Creek transportation http://www.squawcreek.com shuttles waited for the guests to be escorted to the Painted Rock Lodge for the reception.   Entry to Painted Rock Lodge is a grand entrance made of large timbers that lead onto a bridge that crosses over the Truckee River. The Painted Rock Lodge is a 6500 square foot luxury rental home that is only minutes away from Tahoe City and is a hop skip away from Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadow Ski Resort. http://www.paintedrocklodge.com. The guests had the pleasure of perusing the property while enjoying passed hors d’oeuvres from Moody’s Bistro catering team. http://www.moodysbistro.com  The bar was set on the back patio that looked out to the Truckee River while the light echoes of the String Beings were playing.  The guests were invited to the dining area surrounded by towering pine trees and lingering smells of a menu to satisfy the palate by Moody’s Bistro. Tables and the elegant dish décor were rented by Classic Party rentals out of Sacramento. http://sacramento.classicpartyrentals.com  Gail & Arlo had cut into a customized mini wedding cake to do the traditional cake cutting and the guest had the pleasure of making customized dessert boxes to go from an array of choices made by Josef Vienna bakery in Reno. http://josefsvienna.com !  Laughter filled the air and contagious music was played by DJ-Matteo http://www.djmatteo.com from San Francisco that had the guests wanting to dance the night away!  Thanks to Gina Munda   http://www.ginamunda.com she truly captured the whole event and every detail that makes the story complete.

 

Lake Tahoe is a magical destination. Not only is this place wonderful for a wedding but it offers so much to your guests that it encompasses family and friends for a meaningful get away.  Adventure, history and breathtaking!

 

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Dancing under the Sierra Stars in Truckee
Dancing under the Sierra stars in Truckee at Painted Rock Lodge