Valentine's Day Gift Ideas For Him and Her
by Marco Gagliano on January 14, 2010
tagged as: jewelry gift ideas
From Him, for Her
Jewelry
Jewelry is a classic Valentine's day present and for good reason. A piece of jewelry can show that you know her tastes and her personality. An endless variety of designs enables you to choose a piece that carries a specific meaning like a good luck charm or a symbolic number for example. It doesn't necessarily have to be deep, powerful symbolism to be memorable. On our fifth Valentine's Day together, I gave my girlfriend a 5-stack Pianegonda Bond ring. I gave her each component separately at different moments during our dinner and movie date to represent each year that we were together. It could have been five years, or five months. The bottom line is that my theatrics made the event meaningful and therefore memorable.
Pianegonda is all about Love. They make this clear with their jewelry and even the names of their collections. It would almost seem like much of their jewelry is made exclusively for Valentine's Day! One of their newest pieces, a ring found in the Loving Hearts Collection, would be a perfect gift for a woman who has a weak spot for hearts and is accustomed to wearing wider rings and bands. For someone who prefers a more reserved style or who is less attracted to iconic symbols, Calgaro's Boheme earrings are meant to capture the freedom and vitality of a Bohemian lifestyle. If you don't think either of these items would properly portray the importance of your relationship, then gold and diamonds may suffice. Ron Hami's Diamond Carved 18 karat gold three-piece band is inspired by the forms of nature. Of course if you really want to put your all into your gift, there is no better way then to customize a unique design like one of these. Its not too late to do so in time for next month.
Flowers and Chocolate
This category is probably as old as St. Valentine himself. Regardless of this, it is a proven procurer of brownie points. Make sure that you include her favourite varieties in the bouquet. Exclude extremely fragrant ones if she is not too attracted by the smell of flowers. In my opinion there is only one place that you need to visit to get flowers in Montreal. That place is Fleuriste Gilchrist in Ogilvy.
A One-Night Hotel Getaway
There is nothing better or more romantic then taking a night off from the day-to-day, and Valentine's day is the perfect excuse to do so. Montreal has got some great hotels at prices that are low compared to many other major cities. A good idea is to let the experts organize a one-night local getaway that is tailored to her desires. A good place to start is by contacting a local luxury concierge service like Purple Tie.
... and a Few Ideas for the Ladies
Watch Accessories
Guys say that they are simple to please. While this is true in many respects, its not always the case when it comes to gifting. A safe bet is to offer accessories for items that he already has. If he has more then one automatic-winding watch, then consider an Orbita watch winder. With a winder he will not need to wind and set his watches each time he changes from one to the other.
Jewelry
Jewellery can be difficult to pick out for men. If you are confident that you know his tastes, we have several options that have made very successful gifts in the past. Sauro makes a wide assortment of bracelets that range from subtle to conspicuous. All Sauro bracelets offer extremely innovative designs, and these Italian-made pieces are perfect for guys that appreciate quality and luxury. DeMaria's Human Rights collection offers great rings for men. The HRA003 is a popular model, fashionable, and supports Amnesty International's cause to uphold Human Rights around the world.
Other Gift Ideas
Some of the better Valentine's Day gift ideas that apply for women apply for men too. A romantic night including dinner and a hotel suite in Old Montreal can be appreciated by both. Lingerie is a popular Valentine's Day gift that women receive, but lets face the fact that this is perfectly suited as a gift for men.
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This year, when choosing a Valentine's Day gift for your loved one, remember that it truly is the thought that counts. You don't need to be extremely creative, a Don Juan, or a sugar daddy/mamma. Just make sure that your gift ideas represent something special about your relationship and they will well appreciated.
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Scott Kay Jeweller and Visionary
by Marco Gagliano on July 28, 2009
tagged as: silver diamonds bridal platinum jewelry Kay Scott
Now that Matt Baily will be carrying Scott Kay's line of man's jewelry, I have had the opportunity to learn a little more about the man and his company.
Scott Kay is definitely a great innovator in the jewelry business. Originally his claim to fame occurred when he predicted or created the popularity of platinum as a metal used for jewelry. During the 1980s, when platinum was rarely being used for jewelry, Mr. Kay became the metal's biggest advocate. Although new in the industry, and with many of his peers insisting that platinum was too expensive and unpopular, the young jeweller persevered and was instrumental in platinum's new rise to popularity. Since then Scott Kay innovated new forms of gold such as his popular 19 karat gold. He is now creating jewelry using platinum's little brother, palladium.
It seems to me that Scott Kay never contemplated bending his will or his vision. He was the first to advertise bridal jewelry, and a pioneer in the lifestyle method of advertising. No models or celebrities are hired when producing Scott Kay ads. Instead, actors are cast so that they may capture specific emotions.
Scott Kay's production process negates the current industry trend of computerization. At no stage of production is computerized design such as CAD use. As a matter of fact, no computers are allowed in the design departments. Much of the work from conception to finish is done by hand. This is evident from the company's PR material as well as from the feel and look of the jewellery
Going against the grain seems to suit Mr. Kay. He is often pictured in casual clothes and situations. You can also find him at jewelry shows smashing rings with sledge hammers.
Scott Kay jewelry will be available at Matt Baily at the end of August. Visit the official site for more information on the brand.
Joy Bryant Wearing Ron Hami
by Marco Gagliano on July 20, 2009
tagged as: jewelry magazine complex ron hami
Today I found a photo shoot featuring actress Joy Bryant wearing some great pieces of Ron Hami jewelry. The photo shoot was on Complex Magazine's website and offered images that would make any jewelry designer proud to be part of. In the pictures, Ms. Bryant is seen wearing the necklace from the Palma collection as well as a few other necklaces and rings.
You can see Joy Bryant's sexy photo shoot by clicking here.
Joy Bryant has played in several high-profile films such as Antwone Fisher, London, and Get Rich or Die Tryin'. She also played the major role of Bianca Kittles in Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins, which I enjoyed very much despite what the critics had to say.
Rihanna Wears Rebecca Jewelry in 'Rehab' Video
by Marco Gagliano on February 25, 2009
tagged as: style rebecca jewelry
In Rihanna's recent video for the song Rehab, the recording artist proudly wears pieces from Rebecca Jewelry's Melrose collection. Rihanna's impeccable style and beauty are complemented by a wide rose gold plated bronze bangle and matching earrings similar to a pair that are available on MattBaily.ca.
In the video, Rihanna is accompanied by Justin Timberlake, who co-wrote the song with Timbaland and Hannon Lane. Both Timberlake and Timbaland lend their voices to the song.
Human Rights on Jewelry - DeMaria Italy Makes Socially Responsible Jewelry
by Marco Gagliano on December 2, 2008
tagged as: military gem gift ideas ring watches jewelry
In the past, a lot of talk and controversy has taken place about the ethics of the jewelry industry. From the sale of diamonds that helped fund brutal military activity, to the destruction of natural habitats in order to mine precious metals and stones. Finally in the past several years, our society has started to care enough about these issues that it has actually become profitable for jewelry and watch companies to adopt more eco-friendly and socially responsible manufacturing methods.
DeMaria is an Italian jewellery company that has partnered with Amnesty International to bring a beautiful collection highlighting the importance of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The sales of the Human Rights pieces benefit Amnesty International and their humanitarian work. The jewelry is made in Italy out of silver and each piece is inscribed with an excerpt from the Declaration of Human Rights.
The rings are beautiful and will surely inspire people to ask questions. The owner of these pieces is not only contributing financially to the cause, but also spreading knowledge about Amnesty International's work.
Visit DeMaria's website for more information, and keep an eye on MattBaily.ca. We will soon add this new brand to our site. Visit Amnesty International's website for more information about their cause.
