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October 3, 2018

Gifts to Commemorate Your Big Day

It’s your wedding day, the best day of your life. You’ve spent countless hours planning this moment and although this day is about you, the people surrounding you have played a major role in making this day perfect.

October 1, 2018

Why A Diamond's Carat is Crucial

Diamonds and other gemstones are weighed in metric carats: one carat is equal to 0.2 grams, about the same weight as a paperclip. (Don't confuse carat with karat, as in "18K gold," which refers to gold purity.) Just as a dollar is divided into ...

August 29, 2018

Diamond Cut: Bringing Fire, Sparkle and Brilliance

Cut is the factor that fuels a diamond's fire, sparkle and brilliance. The traditional 58 facets in a round brilliant diamond, each precisely cut and defined, are as small as two millimeters in diameter. But without this precision, a diamond wouldn't be nearly as beautiful. ...

August 6, 2018

How to Tell the Quality of Your Diamond

Diamond color is all about what you can't see. Diamonds are valued by how closely they approach colorlessness – the less color, the higher their value. (The exception to this is fancy-color diamonds, such as pinks and blues, which lie outside this color range.) Most ...

August 3, 2018

Thank you for Helping Save Lives!

At the end of July, AHeinz57 Pet Rescue was in desperate need of supplies to assist them in the life saving efforts they make everyday. We love this organization and wanted to help in any way we could, so we called on you and are ...

June 29, 2018

World Renowned Jewelry Designer Visits Christopher's

We had the honor of having Jorge Revilla at our store on June 28! Jorge gave us a first look at his new Fall Collection and we had a great time learning more about his unique and elaborate design process. We introduced Jorge’s line of ...

April 13, 2018

3 Tips for Keeping Your Diamond's Brilliance

1.) Regular Cleaning Jewelry loses its shine with the buildup of makeup, dirt and oils. Give your jewelry renewed beauty and sparkle any time with a free ultrasonic cleaning at our store. No appointment necessary! 2.) Store Properly Be sure to store your diamond jewelry ...

November 30, 2017

Caring for Your Gemstones

Gemstones are one of nature's most durable creations. By following these care tips, your gemstones will continue to be as beautiful as they are today for years to come: To clean your gemstone jewelry, fill a bowl of water and add a few drops of ...

October 31, 2017

5 Reasons to Wear a Watch

Not sure if a timepiece is right for you? We believe there is a watch to fit every person’s lifestyle. Read through these top 5 reasons to wear a watch then stop by our store to find the perfect watch for you!

September 21, 2017

3 Tips for Selecting the Perfect Wedding Band

Choosing a wedding band that personifies your unique style and perfectly complements your engagement ring takes the help of a wedding expert! We are here for you! Follow these 3 steps to find your dream wedding band. 1. Start Shopping Early Have you been late ...

October 8, 2015

Jewelry for a Cause - Breast Cancer Awareness Month

To support Breast Cancer Awareness during the month of October, we are donating 20% of any purchase from our Nina Nguyen Designs Line to the American Cancer Society - Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. In addition to supporting women fighting this terrible disease, your purchase of Nina Nguyen Designs helps ...

September 10, 2015

Passion for Fashion 2015

Dress for Success Des Moines' Passion for Fashion 2015This years Passion for Fashion Event raised over $20,000! Congratulations and thank you to everyone who attended Passion for Fashion!An evening full of friends, philanthropy, and fashion! Dress for Success Des Moines' Passion for Fashion Event is a runway ...