Posted on July 29 2020
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Posted on October 08 2018
"...Fashion, style, and dressing to extremes have always been my thing and I love being in the business of discovering, creating, and nurturing beautiful things. Seeing the world through a photographers eye is a gift as you can find the beauty in everyday normality. You know that it is fleeting and you learn just how to capture it to make it last....."
Posted on July 03 2018
For thousands of years, the Ruby has been considered one of the most valuable gemstones on Earth. It has everything a precious stone should have: magnificent colour, excellent hardness and outstanding brilliance. In addition to that, it is an extremely rare gemstone, especially in its finer qualities.
Posted on July 02 2018
Peridot gemstones have been used for centuries by healers to increase confidence and assertiveness, balanced by patience and clarity of thought. Ruled by the planet Mercury, it is often used in treating depression and anger.
Posted on July 01 2018
The only difference between a Ruby and a Sapphire is simply the colour. The colour of a Sapphire is created by various amounts of iron and titanium in the stone, the combination of which produce varying colours. Whilst the most desirable colour Sapphire is blue, ( specifically a“cornflower blue’) they also come in violet, dark gray, orange, yellow, pink, green and black. These different coloured Sapphires are referred to as “fancy Sapphires” and are often less expensive than the blue ones, yet equally as beautiful, and a fine alternative to blue.
A rare orange - pink coloured kind of Sapphire is called “Padparadscha,” which means “Lotus Flower” in Sinhalese, is very expensive and is the only colour Sapphire given its own name. Because Sapphires are available in so many colours, they are an incredibly versatile gemstone.
A rare orange - pink coloured kind of Sapphire is called “Padparadscha,” which means “Lotus Flower” in Sinhalese, is very expensive and is the only colour Sapphire given its own name. Because Sapphires are available in so many colours, they are an incredibly versatile gemstone.
Posted on April 30 2018
Whites always word. No matter where you live, and what the weather. Keep your clothing simple, and your let your accessories do all the talking.
Posted on April 30 2018
RUMINATION'S ON MOTHER'S DAY
In “ The importance of being Earnest”, Oscar Wilde wrote "...
Posted on April 30 2018
Emeralds are notorious for their flaws. Flawless stones are very uncommon, and are noted for their great value. Some actually prefer Emeralds with minute flaws over flawless Emeralds, as this proves authenticity. Flaws are often hidden by treating the Emeralds with oil or synthetic lubricants, and this is a common practice in the industry.
Posted on January 30 2018
Hello my lovelies,
We have had a crazy busy November and December 2017.
We've had on...
Posted on December 01 2017
One of the benefits of having sole control over my business is the joy of interacting w...
Posted on November 04 2017
The Cool Blues and how to wear pearls without channeling in the "auntie" look.
Being pa...
Posted on November 01 2017
Before the 20th century, all gems in the brown, orange, and yellow colour range were called topaz. Modern gemology was only recognized as a science in the 1930s. Today we know that topaz and brown quartz are actually two different gemstones. Citrine is less likely to be confused with Topaz today, but it does happen.
Posted on November 01 2017
It’s pretty clear when you first meet Anaita Thakkar from the stunning jewellery brand Lustre, that she absolutely loves what she does. And why wouldn’t she? Anaita’s passion in working with gemstones shines through in her work and we managed to pin her down for a few minutes for a quick chat
Posted on September 24 2017
Through the ages referred to as, ‘The tears of Zeus”, and believed by the Bedouins to be filled with Lightning, the kaleidoscopic play of colour trapped within Opals has made them a source of fascination for centuries.
Most modern references suggest it is adapted from the Sanskrit word "Upala” which literally translates to the word “jewel”. The argument for the Sanskrit origin is strong. The term first appears in Roman references around 250 BC, at a time when the opal was valued above all other gems. The word itself has two meanings, one is related to "seeing" and forms the basis of the English words like "opaque"; the other is "other" as in "alias" and "alter". It is claimed that opalus combined these uses, meaning "to see a change in colour".
Posted on June 16 2017
Ahhh! The heat is on! Which usually signifies a less is more, pared down approach to li...
Posted on May 11 2017
And WHY we're obsessed with this collection.
A long time ago, when Lustre was started, ...
Posted on April 15 2017
Whether you're drawn to flora, fauna, or quirky abstract prints, embroidery adds a lit...
Posted on March 25 2017
Why, Hello Spring!
Coming into Spring, with beautiful pastel shades that remind you o...
Posted on February 23 2017
This week has been a weird one.
You know? Those weeks where you keep adding notes to y...