History and Trend of Watches- Then and Now [InfoGraphic]

From centuries watches and clocks have been regarded as one of the oldest items that were developed by our ancestors. 

Historical records can be witnessed from 3500 B.C, when the first sundials were introduced in the Ancient Egypt. After then, the trend for watches did not cease. With the introduction of sand glass clocks introduced in 300 AD, mechanical clock, which was introduced in England in the year 1368, the minute hand watch which came in the year 1577, to the first electric clock which was developed and introduced in 1840 by Alexander Bain, invention of personal watches was introduced in 1900, Linux wristwatch which drove the crowd crazy in the year 1998 and the list goes on. 
 

The trend of watches has never disappeared and some of the leading mobile brands today from Samsung, Sony to Apple have also established a niche in delivering an exclusive collection of watch to users. 
 

Watch is not only a timely-asset but a beautiful accessory that can accentuate the personality of anyone, regardless of the gender. While, watches have become common, you can look for a wonderful watch for yourself or for your dear one as per the latest trend in watches.

Below is the infographic depicting the evolution of watches from centuries. Here you will find all the details from the origin of watches till date.

Chronology of Watches

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Steel Bracelets for Men

Stainless surgical steel has changed the way men perceive jewelry. Once known as a women’s fashion item, this rough iron alloy has made jewelry a way for men to show off their masculinity. Made with chromium and iron, this alloy has become a top choice among men for making a style statement with jewellery.

To produce stainless surgical steel, a diminutive percentage of carbon is introduced into the alloy to produce a strong indestructible material. In 1847, the alloy was first used to make watches by Cartier. But the rise of stainless surgical steel was seen in 1980’s when it was used to make men’s rings, bracelets and chains. Jewellery made by stainless surgical steel comes in many range of finishes such as hot rolled, cold rolled, brushed, reflective, mirror, bead blast, heat colored, satin, abrasive and bright annealed finishes.

With so many fashion accessories, men are surely spoilt for choices! As opposed to silver and gold, stainless surgical steel jewellery does not require any maintenance. Stainless surgical steel jewelry can stand the test of time and scratches. So, wear stainless surgical steel men’s bracelets in Toronto and look like the most handsome you.

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What Your Ring Says About You

An engagement ring is like an extension of your personality. It says a thousand words about the bearer and their personal style. So the type of ring you choose says a lot about your personality and tastes.

1. Traditionalist: If you are a traditionalist at heart and want to go the conventional way, wear a ring with a single diamond solitaire in it. Actress Allison Williams is a celebrity who has adorned this style with great elegance. Married to CollegeHumor co-founder Ricky Van Veen, the actress supports a traditional looking engagement ring that every grandmother will surely approve of.

2. Luxury and Class: If you are a person who loves classy engagement rings in Toronto, Scarlet Johnson should be your role model. Inspired by a vintage Art Deco style, her engagement ring exudes beauty and has a vintage estate quality to it.

3. Vintage Inspired: If you like going bold, then an Ashlee Simpson inspired ring is just the kind that you would want to wear as your diamond engagement ring in Toronto. The ring is set in platinum and gold with over 140 diamonds surrounding ruby accents. The ring has a character for itself with a true inspiration from vintage times.

So, choose your engagement rings these celebrities’ styles and make your engagement ring as an extension for your personality.

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Unique Engagement Rings

Every relation is unique in itself and so is every couple. With wedding season in full bloom, brides everywhere are looking for diamond engagement rings in Toronto that are special and exclusive. If you are also among such brides who want to own a special engagement ring, here are some tips to help you find your dream ring. 

1. Multiple diamonds: If you want your engagement ring to be truly exclusive, try out a design that is not traditional. Skip the central diamond and have multiple diamonds in an elaborate design with inspiration from vintage styled rings, when engagement rings had many small diamonds but no prominent central diamond as its main attraction in the ring.

2. Custom engagement rings: There is nothing truly more exclusive than having a custom-made engagement ring for you. There are many celebrities such as Angelina Jolie, Rebecca Romijn and Ashlee Simpson who flaunt custom made engagement rings. Angelia Jolie flaunts an engagement ring which was presented to her by Brad Pitt when he proposed to her. The ring has a central diamond cut in a unique shape with smaller diamonds along the band.

So, if you want to present an exclusive engagement ring to your loved one on your wedding, then try some of these ideas that will make your engagement ring stand out.

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Tips for Buying a Custom Engagement Ring

Many couples are unable to find their desired engagement diamond rings. In such cases, getting custom made engagement jewelry is a viable option. But a custom made ring that is not made properly can lead to disasters. Here are some tips that will help you in getting a custom made engagement ring of your dreams. 

 

1. Look for a reputed jeweler: Finding a reputed jeweler who can make a ring as per your exact description is the first step towards getting a custom made engagement ring in Toronto. Always choose a jeweler who is able to provide you with certified diamond from a renowned national institute.

2. Stay ahead: Always start early as it will take more time than expected. Having a ring custom-designed is a more elaborate task than purchasing a ready-made ring from a dealer. You will be called to see the structure before the final setting of the ring is done. Also since it is being designed, you only can imagine how it will look when it is made. Many times, it might not be able to justify your imagination in which case you should have the time to get it redone.

3. Buying the diamond: While buying a diamond, set your budget and know your choice. When you have decided on these two factors, there are C's (cut, clarity, color and carat weight) that will determine the quality of the diamond. Among all these factors, cut is of prime importance. The brilliance and sparkle of the diamond depend on the way it has been cut. Another way of choosing the diamonds is to take a diamond that is a little smaller than the average diamond size – one carat, one-and-half-carat and so on.

4. Slight variations in the size of the diamonds are hard to notice. But there are significant price differences between small and large diamonds. So, choose a diamond that is a size smaller than the one you like, it will look the same but will cost a lot less.

So, get this custom diamond engagement ring in Toronto to dazzle the world with its uniqueness and style.

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Antique-inspired Engagement Rings

In the modern times that we live in, antique is fashionable! Many wedding and engagement rings are styled in antique designs to give it an old age Victorian look. There are many celebrities and royal people that have adorned this look and made it a style statement that has become a rage. 

Halle Barry is one such celebrity who has adorned this look with her emerald ring set in gold. In a quiet engagement ceremony with Oliver Martinez, she adorned a custom made engagement ring which has square cut emerald with two diamonds on both sides. The ring is sure to dazzle the crowd with its unique setting and style.

Milla Jovovich’s ring is so stunningly beautiful and antique-inspired that it makes her look truly gorgeous. On her engagement with producer husband Paul Anderson, she flaunted a 19th century inspired ring consisting of three stones -a faint pink diamond at the center with two yellow diamonds on both sides The ring unlike many celebrity rings is made in gold rather than platinum.

Jacqueline Kennedy is another famous personality who chose to wear an engagement ring that was inspired by antique design. The ring has 2.84 carat emerald along with 2.88 carat diamond. The design looks extremely elegant and antique-inspired.

You too can flaunt these antique rings to look fabulous and unique on your wedding day.

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Dare to be Different - Mens Diamond Bands

Although diamonds will remain in vogue forever as the top choice for wedding bands, there are many who have started to tread on the path less chosen. More and more individuals including celebrities are opting for sapphire stone as a preferred choice in their wedding band.

Among the celebrities who have set the trend are Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem. When Javier made the proposal, he chose to say it in the most unique way with a vintage diamond wedding ring. The main stone was sapphire surrounded by flower-shaped halo of diamonds. The ring looks classic and has set a new trend for vintage-styled wedding bands.

Elizabeth Hurley sports a huge engagement ring that has sapphire as its main stone. The ring is presented to her by Australian cricketer, Shane Warne and is considered one of the most beautiful celebrity engagement rings ever flaunted. The ring has a square cut sapphire with two diamonds on both sides.

Kate Middleton’s engagement ring is among the most copied ring ever so far. Presented to her by Prince Williams, it is the most celebrated sapphire ring. The engagement ring belonged to late princess Diana. It is set in an oval shaped sapphire with sixteen diamonds surrounding it.

Just like the celebrities and royal people flaunting these unique sapphire rings, you too can make your wedding dazzling by choosing daring wedding engagement bands.

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12 Jewelry trends of 2014

The inforgraphic titled “12 Jewelry trends of 2014” by Classic Creations has been created for guiding people about top 12 jewelry design and color trends of 2014. This infographic will be useful for them to buy their jewelry keeping in mind latest trends.

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Colored Wedding Ring

Wedding is a fairytale and engagement rings are a part of it. A wedding ring on their ring finger symbolizes their promise of staying true to each other for the rest of their lives. But a pure emotion doesn’t need to be necessarily expressed in the purest form symbolizing a white diamond. It can be told in the various shades of purity. For couples who want to add a dash of adventure in their wedding can show their love for each other with colored diamond wedding rings. 

Diamonds come in various colors such as black, yellow, blue, green, pink and brown. So, depending on your personal favorite color, you can profess your love for your partner in your wedding ring style. There are many celebrities who have taken up this style and made it a rage. Some of the celebrities who have dared to be non-traditionalist are Scarlett Johansson, Anna Kournikova, Rebecca Romijn and Heidi Klum. These celebrities have adorned colored diamond engagement rings and dared to flaunt their individuality and style. Always remember that you do not need to be a traditionalist to be beautiful. You can choose to show your dare devil side and yet look stunning. So go for colored wedding rings this season and be the belle of the ball. 

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Pink Engagement Rings

Pink is the color of a beautiful feminine bride. It is also the color that sets you apart from all other traditionalist brides. So, if you want to break the rules and yet look feminine on your wedding, choose pink diamonds. Pink diamonds execute beauty and richness as they are rarest of the rare diamonds. Pink diamonds look great not only in platinum but gold as well. So, if you are not interested in having a white diamond as your wedding ring, pink is the most suited diamond apart from the traditional white diamond. 

There are many celebrities who have adorned the style and have dared to be different. Anna Kournikova, is one of the celebrities who have chosen pink as the color of her wedding ring. Other celebrities who have followed the trend of pink wedding rings are Blake Lively and Mariah Carey. These Hollywood divas have taken the road less taken and made it a style statement. Jennifer Lopez is heart throb who choose to set her own style by flaunting a pink diamond engagement ring. 

So, make your wedding rings unique and special by having pink diamonds set in different metals such as gold and platinum to stand out among your peers. 

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Engagement Ring Styles

An engagement ring is a piece of jewelry that you will wear on your ring finger of your hand for the rest of your life. So, be it lustrous, modern, understated or classic, buy an engagement ring that suits your personal style. Depending on your core personality, your engagement ring styles will differ. 

• Traditionalist: If you are a traditionalist at heart, choose a timeless piece. Choose platinum as it gives an eternal look to engagement rings. When you are getting custom made engagement rings, have similar etching on both bride and groom’s engagement rings.. A bride’s engagement will look great if it has a round cut diamond row studded in it. Let the groom’s engagement ring be simple with two rows of milgrain pattern. Have an engraving on both the rings to give them a personal touch. 

• Sophisticated: If you prefer sophisticated look with a classic touch, mix tradition and modern design to give it a unique look. For brides, choose an engagement ring with princess cut diamonds in a single strand. Groom’s ring can be thicker with two thin rings in contrasting metal. 

So, find diamond jewelry to make your wedding a special affair. 

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