Whether you own a diamond engagement ring, wedding ring or eternity ring, it’s a good idea to have it insured against loss or theft. Even if you intend to wear your rings all the time, you should have adequate insurance, just in case you have to take them off for any reason. If you haven’t got any insurance, or are worried that you’re not adequately covered, a local jeweller can help you with the documents you’ll require for insurance purposes. Are your diamond rings correctly insured?

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If you’ve been gifted a string of heirloom pearls that aren’t quite your style, you may well have wondered what to do with them. Traditional pearl styling is usually quite conservative, and this may not be your thing at all. But fret not, as there are ways to modernise the look of pearls, both through clever styling and potentially having them restrung.

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Our holidays are one of the times when we really want to look our best. A major part of our holiday wardrobe is therefore our jewellery collection. But how can we travel with these items that are really precious to us and yet still keep them safe? Well, there are certain tips and tricks that you might want to try.

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Sometimes, you can go through your whole jewellery collection and not find anything at all that suits the outfit you have in mind. Sometimes, you just want to give someone that you love a really special present. And sometimes, we just want something which is uniquely, truly ours. And these reasons are just some of the reasons why we love handmade jewellery so much. There are lots of great reasons to buy a bespoke piece of jewellery, but these are three of our favourites.

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It’s nearly the end of the school year, and for many young people, their thoughts are turning to the school prom. It’s a big event in any young person’s social calendar, and rightly so. And of course, this means getting the look just right, too. You may have your dress already. You may even have your bag and shoes. But have you thought about how you’re going to accessorise your look? Here are the top prom trends, as brought to you by your local jeweller in Ilford.

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Vintage continues to be a massive trend, both on the high street and in bridal fashion. It’s a pretty, delicate, feminine look which you can either hint upon or go all out with. It’s a look you can create either with ready-to-wear pieces or with bespoke jewellery to give that little extra unique sparkle. Whether you want to full-on vintage for your big day or fancy just a hint of its sweet charms, here are a few ideas to help you master the look.

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On more than one occasion, we’ve seen or heard people talking about watches they’ve had bought for them, or gifted to them as an heirloom piece, and while they’ve always been grateful for the thoughtful gift, we’ve sometimes detected an undercurrent of disappointment. So what can you do if you have been given a watch which isn’t quite your taste? Here are a few ideas to help convert your timepiece into something that’s more ‘you’.

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