The Mark Schneider Fine Jewelry Blog

If you’re shopping for an engagement ring, you may want to consider personalizing it to really “make it your own.” You can personalize a wedding band or engagement ring by having it engraved. But for a more creative touch you...

The British historical drama, Downton Abbey, captivated viewers from the other side of the pond almost immediately. The fourth season finale premiered in February and the fifth season won’t be available to U.S. viewers until winter 2015. With almost a year between...

Traditions are important for establishing community. Practices are passed down from one generation to the next, which forges a bond between the past and the present, and promises the possibility for the future. However, traditions do not always reflect the...

When it comes to choosing an engagement ring, the options can feel endless, and unfortunately, that isn’t always a good thing. With so many styles, colors, and cuts from which to choose, the process of choosing a ring can feel...

If you’re the type of gal who watches old Aubrey Hepburn movies and wistfully thinks to yourself, “I was born in the wrong time period,” then you are in luck because vintage styles are coming back in style. There are...

Shopping for friends can be extremely difficult. It is hard to find a gift that the receiver is actually going to use or something that they are actually going to want. It becomes even more difficult to buy a gift...

Summer is here and it’s time to dress for it. Whether your summer days are spent huddled by the air conditioning, lying by the pool or playing with your children, it’s time to celebrate the warmest months of the year....

The animal-themed trend hit the fashion scene mid-spring of 2013, but it is still thriving and evolving into the fall. There is a wide range of options for fashionistas to choose from, varying from the delicate to the ornate. Animals...

Summer is a season for bold moves. If you’re looking for proof, then look no further than the natural world. During the summer months, the sun shines brighter than ever before and the days are endless. Flowers look especially gorgeous...

Summer is the perfect time for travel. As the nights become longer and the days are peppered with tropical breezes, it’s the ideal time to pack up and escape from the daily grind. Whether it’s just for a weekend or...

Summer is the season of the sun. The days are long, luxurious, and warm. Heavy clothes are abandoned in favor of light dresses, tiny swimsuits and thin poolside cover-ups. Although it may seem like jewelry has no place in the...

Summer trends abound when it comes to designer jewelry. There are certain seasonal go-to styles to keep in mind when the sun shines and temperatures rise. Along with the vibrant tones of colored gemstone jewelry, there are custom jewelry styles...