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When getting ready to propose to your girlfriend, there are a number of details to consider before you can pop the question. You’ll need to find a fabulous location, think of a romantic way to tell her she’s the only one for you, and of course, find the perfect engagement ring! You’ll be able to choose from a wide variety of rings here at Matthew Erickson Jewelers. Knowing about the latest engagement ring trends will help you make the right choice for your fashionable fiancé. Some popular trends include:
A wedding is a traditional ceremony that is performed for happy couples around the world. Because the ceremony is so engrained in the traditions of many different cultures and religions, many of today’s brides want to show their appreciation for tradition with a vintage-inspired engagement ring. If you don’t have a family heirloom you can present to your special someone, you can find a new ring with a vintage flair. Look for simple, clean designs that accentuate the center stone.
Diamonds may be the most popular choice for engagement rings, but they’re not your only option! There are many other gemstones that can be used to create a stunning, eye-catching, and unique engagement ring for your significant other. You can use her birthstone or gems featuring her favorite colors to create a ring that will match her personality.
Engagement rings typically feature a circular band. These bands may incorporate fine details or combine precious metals, but if you’re looking for something totally different, look for twisted bands. These curved and curly bands will add an extra touch of design to the ring, creating the perfect style for a traditionally feminine bride.
Find these trendy styles and more among the engagement ring selection at Matthew Erickson Jewelers! Our team of bridal jewelry experts can help you find the perfect ring for your perfect woman. Give us a call today at (630) 820-0300 to learn more.
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Jewelry can be a great gift for a number of special occasions. When it comes to birthdays and other milestones for daughters, younger sisters, and other female relatives, birthstone jewelry can be the perfect gift that adds a sentimental and elegant piece of jewelry to her collection. You’ll find a variety of beautiful birthstone jewelry here at Matthew Erickson Jewelers. Here’s a closer look at the history of this wonderful type of jewelry:
- The birthstone philosophy that modern birthstones are based upon originated in biblical times. There was a religious garment known as the Breastplate of Aaron that contained 12 different gemstones to represent the 12 different tribes of Israel. It is believed that Josephus, a Jewish historian, recognized a link between the months of the year, the signs of the zodiac, and the gemstones in Aaron’s Breastplate: They all added up to 12.
- Once this connection was made known, the 12 gemstones gained fame and popularity. They were believed to contain special powers that, when worn at the right time of year, would help improve the life of the wearer. This meant that citizens would need to own one of each of the 12 gemstones in order to benefit from their abilities. Poland is recognized for starting the trend of wearing one specific gemstone each month. This tradition started in the 15th century.
- In the 18th century, people began wearing the gemstone assigned to their birth month. Birthstone jewelry eventually became popular in countries around the world. In 1912, the National Association of Jewelers, an American organization, put out an official list of birthstones, organized by month.
- This list of birthstones has remained almost completely unaltered since its creation in 1912. The only change has been the recent addition of tanzanite to the list of birthstones for the month of December.
If you’re interested in purchasing birthstone jewelry for an important woman in your life, you’ll find a variety of beautiful pieces at Matthew Erickson Jewelers in Aurora. Visit us online or call us at (630) 820-0300 to learn more.
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You’ve found your perfect match and now you’re engaged! You and your fiancé share a special bond thanks to similar interests, likes, dreams, and personalities. But you and your fiancé aren’t exactly the same and neither do your wedding bands have to be. These tips can help you decide whether or not to have matching wedding bands:
- Consider the engagement ring: Your fiancé’s wedding band is meant to be worn in place of her engagement ring after the ceremony. But many brides choose to wear both their wedding bands and their engagement rings daily after their wedding ceremonies. If your fiancé plans to wear both of her rings once you two are officially married, you’ll want to consider this when choosing wedding bands. Many jewelers offer bridal sets that feature wedding bands shaped to fit perfectly with matching engagement rings. If your bride-to-be prefers this style, you may want to choose your own wedding band.
- Think about tradition: If you and your fiancé share a traditional and romantic sense of style, you may prefer to have matching wedding bands. This can be a great addition to a traditional ceremony with a romantic setting. Exchanging the same wedding bands symbolizes two separate people and two separate lives coming together to form one. Then when you two are apart, you can look at your wedding ring and know that wherever your spouse is, she is wearing the same ring.
- Compare your personal styles: The saying is true—opposites do attract! If you and your fiancé have very different styles, you may want to get non-matching wedding bands. This is also a great idea if you have large hands and your fiancé has small hands, or if you have very different skin tones. You can still find wedding bands with some matching elements to keep them similar.
If you’re ready to start shopping, you’ll find a great selection here at Matthew Erickson Jewelers. Visit our website or call us today at (630) 820-0300 to get started!
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The holidays bring a rush of newly engaged couples and many find themselves with questions about the entire engagement process. While invitations and flower choices are best left to their respective professionals, at Matthew Erickson Jewelers, we can certainly help you with wedding rings!
Unless a set was purchased for the bride-to-be, it's likely that shopping for his and her wedding rings is in your future. The length of your engagement will be the largest determining factor of how far in advance you might be able to begin the process, but here are some basic guidelines to help you plan on purchasing your wedding rings.
Shop Around
If your wedding date is still months away, begin your shopping now. Think about your personal style and start considering the type of metal you would like to have. Look around at designs online and visit your jeweler to see what they offer. Remember, this ring is going to be worn daily, so make sure you get a style that will last.
Short on Time?
If time is of the essence, you probably already know that you need to get everything done as soon as possible. Luckily, many jewelers, including Matthew Erickson, already have a variety of wedding rings available for you to choose from.
Custom Design
If you are getting a ring custom made, visit your jeweler as soon as you have a design in mind. This is not something you want left until the last minute! Give your jeweler a month at the very least, but the more time you can give them, the better.
For more information on wedding rings, come in to Matthew Erickson Jewelers in Aurora. Browse our collection of rings and find the perfect wedding ring for him and her. Give us a call at (630) 820-0300 or visit our showroom outside the Fox Valley Mall.
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Emerald's have long been a desirable stone and the rich, deep tones of green can be associated with many things from Ireland to the Wizard of Oz. This week though, an emerald like most have never seen is in the limelight. As reported in the Global Post, the world's largest cut emerald is to be sold at the Western Star Auction in Canada. Appraised at $1.15 million, this stone weighs in at around 25 pounds.
Read more about the auction and the history of this rare gem at World's Largest Emerald Up for Auction from David Trifunov of the Global Post.
Matthew Erickson Jewelers is a family owned and operated jeweler serving Aurora, Naperville and the surrounding communities in the Chicagoland area. To speak with a representative, call (630) 820-0300 or visit our showroom outside the Fox Valley Mall.
