Heather Smith, Author at Premiere Jewelry Designs

Hearts on Fire Fine Jewelry: Perfection in the Palm of Your Hand

By Heather Smith on February 20, 2021

When nothing but the best will do, choose Hearts on Fire jewelry. They have such rigorous testing standards that they only approve .1% of the top 1% of diamonds, leading to their nickname “The World’s Most Perfectly Cut Diamond.”

HOF started as a simple husband-and-wife team, but they quickly grew into a global luxury brand with a presence in dozens of countries. They’ve made crystal-studded lingerie for Victoria’s Secret; they’ve made dazzling chandeliers for the Emmy Awards. Their beautiful, precisely-cut diamonds have turned them into one of the most in-demand diamond retailers in the world.

Today, Hearts on Fire is known for their diverse collection of fine jewelry. Here are just a few samples of their best work.

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What Precious Metal is Best for Me?: Your Go-To Guide to Jewelry Metals

By Heather Smith on February 13, 2021

Many people think that when they walk into a jewelry store they have two choices: gold and silver. Well, it’s a bit more complicated than that. There are a variety of metals to choose from. How do you know which one is best for you? Here’s everything you need to know to make the right decision for you.

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5 Simple Engagement Rings to Make any Minimalist Bride Swoon

By Heather Smith on February 6, 2021

From home goods to hairstyles to fashion, the minimalist lifestyle has inspired countless modern trends. Bridal jewelry is no exception. These simple engagement rings are timeless, stylish, and versatile.

Minimalist engagement rings have sleek, clean lines and are typically unadorned by colored gemstones. The quality of the metal and craftsmanship of the piece make a statement that prioritizes subtle substance over flash. The preferred center stone of these simple engagement rings is a neutral white diamond, and it is frequently a lone solitaire. Many minimalist brides like the modern look of a white metal like platinum; however, traditional yellow gold is also popular. Even trendy rose gold can be used to craft a minimalist ring as long as the silhouette remains uncomplicated.

Keep reading for 5 of our favorite engagement ring collections featuring chic minimalist designs!

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Verragio: Customized Bridal Jewelry to Make You Feel like a Queen

By Heather Smith on January 23, 2021

Designer engagement rings that you can customize without actually going the custom route are few and far in between. So, when you do find a brand that allows you to personalize your bridal jewelry to your heart’s content, you take full advantage of it.

Enter: Verragio.

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Pearl Jewelry: How to Wear this Lavish Jewelry Trend

By Heather Smith on January 12, 2021

Classic clothing and accessories always make their way back to the runways, and this time, it’s all about the femininity, sophistication and modern edge that pearl jewelry is creating. Pearls, like the ones from Mastoloni, evoke images other than the ladies who lunch. Contemporary pearl pieces are exquisite on both young and mature women and can enhance any ensemble.

Traditional pearls usually meant strings of necklaces years ago, but now, pearl jewelry has streamlined into stunning pieces that make chic fashion statements with just a touch of the gem to highlight the jewelry. For instance, during haute couture fashion week, Alexandre Vauthier had the models wear a single pearl earring dangling on a chain. The pearl look can easily be added to the wardrobe any time of the season. Keep reading for our favorite pearl looks.

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What You Need to Know Before Commissioning a Custom Jewelry Design

By Heather Smith on January 8, 2021

So you’ve found the person of your dreams. Next up: the proposal. But there’s just one little problem… you’ve searched high and low, yet you still haven’t found The Ring.

Maybe you’re having some trouble finding one that really speaks to you — after all, you and your partner deserve a ring that you absolutely adore. Or maybe you want to make just a few tweaks to a piece you’ve already seen.

In cases like this, creating a custom piece is ideal.

Custom designs aren’t just reserved for engagement rings, either. Many people will work with a jeweler to create something new out of a pair of earrings or a ring they already own, for example.

Chances are, if you’re here, you’re at least a little bit interested in a custom designed piece of jewelry. Keep reading to learn more about custom design work and if it’s the right choice for you!

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A Closer Look at Tacori, One of the Most Popular Fine Jewelry Brands Today

By Heather Smith on

Every woman out there has heard of Tacori. From their incredibly diverse and beautiful engagement rings and wedding bands to stunningly unique pieces of luxury jewelry, Tacori has a reputation known across the world.

Handcrafted in California, Tacori is best known for their signature crescent design that is seen on the sides of the rings they create. Each ring truly captures the spirit of the brand and reflects their desire to create pieces that can be passed down for generations. The company itself is still run by the original COO, Haig Tacorian, who started the brand in 1969.

Its chief officers are also family members, so no piece of jewelry gets the company name without meeting extremely high standards! They’ve created a legacy that they want to be a starting point for the legacy of your own family. Let’s take a look at some of the pieces they’re best known for!

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Noam Carver: Refined Bridal Jewelry for the Contemporary Woman

By Heather Smith on January 3, 2021

When it comes to bridal jewelry that revels in its simplicity, there isn’t a designer that does it better than Noam Carver. Carver, who hails from Canada, uses the principles of instinct and risk to create gorgeous engagement rings and wedding bands that bring out every woman’s inner light.

Each piece starts with a drawing and 3D rendering; from there, Carver and the team at his eponymous design studio work the precious metal by hand, adding gemstones for that eye-catching sparkle found in every Noam Carver ring.

Thanks to the designer’s additional experience as a sculptor and goldsmith, he is able to put all of his skills to use to create classic-yet-modern jewelry items in a wide array of styles. To date, he has won multiple design awards for his work: MJSA, Canadian Jeweler, National Jeweler, National Jeweler “Best of,” and the Centurion Design Award.

Keep reading to learn about some of Noam Carver’s most beloved bridal jewelry collections!

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These 5 Seasonal Jewelry Trends Will Have You Glowing All Spring

By Heather Smith on May 23, 2019

Spring fashion is about shaking off the winter blues and moving on to the bright and playful summer months. This spring’s jewelry trends focus around warm metals and beautiful center stones. Bright colors and shining gold are exactly what you need to get in the mood for some sunshine.

Read on to learn more about this season’s exciting new trends!

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What are Lab Grown Diamonds? Here’s What You Need to Know

By Heather Smith on May 15, 2019

When it comes to buying diamond jewelry, you have plenty of options. Whether you are shopping for a beautiful engagement ring, wedding anniversary set, tennis bracelet, sparkling necklace or studded earrings, you can choose from a variety of styles. You can even decide whether you want to buy a mined diamond or one that was created in a laboratory.

Lab made diamonds are a bit of an enigma to many people, but if you know more about them, you can make a better, educated decision about the jewelry you select. Keep reading to learn more about this new type of diamond!