Dizeo Jewelry is the sparkle that brings spring into any occasion. Just got out new order and can’t wait to show everyone! — Karen Hollis, K. Hollis Jewelers, Batavia, IL
- Diamond jackets and wraps have been hot for the first time in a long while. IDD andVictor Corp. both have great product. — Emily Clark and Matthew Clark, Spath Jewelers, Bartow, FL
- Inexpensive “heart throb” pendants and earrings, sterling from Simply Diamonds. — Cindy Fuller, Fuller Designs, Poplar Bluff, MO
- Verragio engagement rings and Henri Dassau did well! Bridal shopping began early, and cabin fever with all the winter snow was tapering off. — Marc Solomon, Solomons Fine Jewelry, Plainview, NY
- 1.5-carat round diamonds for engagement rings — up from 1 carat last year. Is the economy that much better? — Dorothy Vodicka, The Gem Collection, Tallahassee, FL
- In fashion, it’s still all about average retail under $100. C.G. Creation’s Wind and Fire leads the way. Very hot. — John Carom, Abby’s Gold & Gems, Uniontown, PA
- Pearls and beautiful blue stones: turquoises, aquamarines, amazonite … — Cullen Deane, Pierre and Harry, Naples, FL
- Everyday styles in sterling silver and diamond, and 14K yellow and white gold and diamond from Lau International. — Frank Salinardi, Linardi’s Jewelers, Plantation, FL
- At the higher end, I don’t think you can beat Rahaminov Diamonds. Impeccable craftsmanship, design and breathtaking diamonds. Through it all they are respectful to everyone while being fun to deal with. — Alex Weil, Martin’s Jewelry, Manhattan Beach, CA
- We just restocked for a Ladies Night Out! DA Bassali, Empire Corp., Facets, Frederic Sage, Supreme, Meira T, Officina Bernardi. Our picks from these top vendors reflect our eclectic customers! — Denise Oros, Linnea Jewelers, La Grange, IL
- Engagement rings from Simon G and Sylvie Collection. Carla earrings diamonds and important colored stones pieces. — Donnie Blanton, Brittany’s Fine Jewelry, Gainesville, FL
- Angelica bracelets from Royal Chain. — James Sickinger, Sickinger’s Jewelry, Lowell, IN
- Valina (Simon Golub) semi-mounts … never had a line do this well! — Scott Lefcourt, Scottsdale Fine Jewelers, Scottsdale, AZ
- We sold some important pieces from Victor Velyan, gorgeous fancy yellow diamond earrings from Joshua J and several pieces from Konstantino and Marco Bicego. We also sold a stunning strand of large Tahitian pearls. — Marc Majors, Sam L. Majors, Midland, TX
- Crystal necklaces and pendants made in the Czech Republic by Aladdin Creations — great price points, beautiful styles! — Alan Goodheart, Goodheart’s Jewelry, Overland Park, KS
- Naledi engagement rings have been very strong and a great company to work with. — Tom Schowalter, Miner’s Den Jewelers, Royal Oak, MI
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