The Mark Schneider Fine Jewelry Blog

Color Coordinating Gemstones Color coordination is largely instinctual. An outfit comprised of hot pink, baby blue, and a splash of orange is typically categorized as “too much,” while a light pink shirt and dark jeans is “just enough.” But the...

“Diamonds are a girl’s best friend.” Marilyn Monroe is credited with saying this famous statement back in the 1950’s, but over 50 years later, the quote’s sentiment still rings true. Equally popular is the notorious adage, “Happy wife, happy life.”...

We hold these truths to be self-evident—that Jennifer Lawrence is an amazing actress and that she is a genuine fashion icon. The buxom beauty is not afraid to make bold jewelry choices, but Lawrence always manages to look elegant. The Hunger...

History of the Garnet January’s birthstone, garnet, which acquired it’s named during ancient times due to its likeness to pomegranate seeds, is found in nature in a wide variety of colors and in multiple hues of the same color. The...

Swimsuits have been stored away to make room for coats and the weather is wonderfully crisp. Mornings are cold yet cozy, and life’s typically hectic pace seems to have momentarily slowed down. It’s the most wonderful time of the year....

Have you ever purchased a book with the intention of reading it later…but then never actually gotten around to it? If you’ve experienced this with books, then it’s possible you may have experienced this same phenomenon with something else— like...

Grossing over $215 million worldwide during opening weekend alone, the Hunger Games series is an international phenomenon. Based on Suzanne Collins’ wildly successful young adult book series, the movie adaptations have managed to reach a bigger audience than ever before. Although the...

According to the time-old saying, “Eyes are the windows to the soul.” Although that might be slightly overstated, there’s no doubt that a person’s eyes are one of his or her most noticeable features. In fact, it’s often the feature...

You’re engaged! Your partner popped the question and you’re on your way to wedded bliss. After sharing the happy news with your parents and best friends, it’s time for the real sharing: social media. Whether you’re an avid Instagram user...

Men spend countless hours choosing the perfect ring for their future wife. From sneakily securing ring sizes to scouring Pinterest boards, husbands-to-be understand the importance of finding the perfect ring for their fiancée. However, men rarely give the same care...

In the past few years, eyeglasses have become a fashion accessory in their own right. From “hipster” glasses with thick black frames to subtle reading glasses used as a prop, glasses have nudged their way onto the fashion scene. Whether...

Awards season is always a fashion extravaganza. Filled with stunning dresses, breathtaking accessories and on-trend footwear, awards show red carpets are bursting with fresh style. This year, the top red carpet trend was deceptively simple: bold necklaces. Although it rained...