Zooey Deschanel gets engaged but to who?
Zooey Deschanel gets engaged but to who?
Zooey Deschanel apparently decided she was ready to take the next step over the holidays but who did she decide to continue her life with?
Two top celebrity gossip magazines seem to disagree.People thinks that it is Death Cab for Cutie singer Ben Gibbard and In Touch Weekly thinks it is Hunter Burgen.Both say they have spoken with sources close to the couple… SURE
My guess (which has no “source” to back it up) is that the Yes Man star is going to be tying the knot with Gibbard.I wonder what type of ring she is sporting.
Jill Ze Zvaigzne talks about Engagement
She dazzles the world of jewelry by doing what she loves with you in mind.
When Jill Ze Zvaigzne started designing she had a dream to create elegant yet practical jewelry that women, like her, could wear no matter what the occasion was.A few years down the road her dream has become a reality and she now designs some of the most amazing engagement rings for women.
Jill believes that “bridal jewelry in all its forms is an expression of love for now and forever. The artistry of the piece must have a certain timeless quality to it. It’s also about individual style. I want a woman to feel as if my design was created with her in mind.”
Not only does she create amazing pieces for women she also has a sophisticated line of men’s rings that are sure to impress.
Engagement Proposal at Rockefeller Center
The Ice Rink at Rockefeller Center announced the start of Engagement on Ice for the season, an exciting opportunity for those seeking a unique and unforgettable experience when proposing marriage. Set with views of the gilded statue of Prometheus, the legendary Ice Rink at Rockefeller Center offers an idyllic atmosphere to “pop the question”.
The Engagement on Ice package offers front-of-the-line access ensuring that the lucky couple can head straight onto the ice for a romantic spin around the rink. As the session ends, the other skaters will disappear, leaving the couple alone on the ice. “Their song” will begin to play, setting the scene for the perfect proposal. Once she (or he) says “yes,” the rink staff can deliver a bouquet (dropped off ahead of time by the proposer) to the new fiancée before the couple takes one last lap around the rink. To complete the experience, the two toast to their good fortune rink-side with flutes of champagne and can enjoy a celebratory dinner at the Rock Center Café at a table looking out at Rockefeller Center.
Groom chooses palladium for his wedding ring choice
Wedding announcement from NYTimes.com (published on October 3, 2008):
“Lainie Michele Friedman is to be married Sunday to Scott Gutterman at the Crystal Plaza, a caterer in Livingston, N.J. Rabbi Philip Goldberg is to officiate.
Ms. Friedman, 34, who will take her husband’s name, is the vice president for media relations at Colangelo & Partners Public Relations in New York. She graduated from American University. She is a daughter of Sheila Gloria Friedman of East Brunswick, N.J., and the late Ira Friedman.
Mr. Gutterman, 42, is the chief financial officer of the New York law firm Kelley Drye & Warren. He graduated from the State University of New York at Binghamton. He is the son of Lois Gutterman and Carl Gutterman of Allentown, N.J.'”
The groom chose a palladium wedding ring from Novell.
The bride, who prides herself on being an educated and savvy shopper, had this to say about Scott’s selection – “We love the ring. I think it screams, ‘I’m strong, stable, solid and forever- just like the man wearing it!’ “
Novell wishes Mr. and Mrs.Gutterman a long and blissful lifetime together.
What a Girl Wants… She Usually Gets
In this modern day and age, should women be completely surprised by their new ring or should they provide input and guidance to their guys? Will a few subtle hints work? Can your future husband be trusted with such an important task by himself? Does shopping for a ring together completely remove the element of surprise? How much of a surprise should there be for a marriage proposal? Different brides have different answers. So do wedding experts.
Talking it through
There are countless ways future grooms have approached discussions of not only marriage, but also wedding and engagement rings. For starters, men should pay close attention to the subtle clues women provide. Women undoubtedly will send signals about the types of rings they want. In approximately 50 percent of all couples, the man surprises the woman with the engagement ring, jewelry expert Michael O’Connor said.
“[The engagement ring] is probably one of the few pieces of the wedding planning process that he will have total control over,” he said. “The creativity and surprise will be greatly appreciated if he has been listening to her.”
Traditionally, talks of marriage occur months before the formal engagement. The input offered is in several direct and indirect ways and on a constant basis. It’s up to the men to listen.
Should women allow their boyfriends to select their engagement rings? It depends on a number of factors largely based on open communication. “Understand that he will have to set a budget that is comfortable for him,” O’Connor said. “Don’t get your heart set on a Paris Hilton-size ring if he’s not a shipping heir.”
O’Connor encourages future brides to be open and honest about the styles and designs of engagement rings belonging to family members and friends. They should be as detailed as necessary when illustrating the rings they want to wear for a lifetime. Think of the smallest details to the largest options: several stones or just one; white gold, yellow gold or platinum; flat against the hand or high above the finger; colored stones or white diamonds.
Women should not only explain what styles they like, but also the explanations behind those styles. (more…)
Tribal Engagement Rings
We are simply loving these engagement rings that have just a touch of tribal motif! The image above was snagged from Catherineangiel.com
Engagement Ring Shopping Tips: The Four C’s
A diamond engagement ring is forever!
1.)Carat Weight
“Carat Weight” is simply the weight of the diamond.
By definition, 1 carat is exactly 200 milligram. Since most diamonds sold in the jewelry industry weigh less than 1 carat, the carat is usually subdivided into “points.” There are 100 points in 1 carat, so that a diamond weighing 3/4 carat would be a “75 point diamond.” In summary:
1 carat= 200milligram= 100 points
2.)Clarity
FL: Completely flawless (No internal or external characteristics)
IF: Internally flawless; only external characteristics are present, which can be removed by further polishing the stone
VVS1 – VVS2: Only an expert can detect the internal characteristics with a 10X microscope. By definition, if an expert can see internal characteristics from the top of the diamond, it is a VVS2. Otherwise, if an expert can only detect flaws when viewing the bottom of the stone, then it is a VVS1
VS1 – VS2: You can see the internal characteristicswith a 10X microscope, but it takes a long time (more than about 10 seconds)
SI1 – SI2: You can see the internal characteristics with a 10X microscope
I1 – I3: You can see the internal characteristics with the naked eye. Consider avoiding I2-I3 diamonds.
3.)Color
The “color” of a diamond refers to its degree of “yellowness.” The ideal diamond is completely colorless, and therefore it will be the most expensive. The Gemological Institute of America (G.I.A.) grades color alphabetically from D (totally colorless) to Z (yellow)
| D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z |
| colorless | Near colorless |
Faint Yellow |
Very Light Yellow |
Light Yellow |
Yellow | |||||||||||||||||
4.)Cut
Proportions
In an ideally-proportioned diamond, all of the light entering the diamond from the top will bounce within the diamond and be reflected back through the top, giving the stone maximum brilliance and fire. If the stone is too shallow or too deep, some light will escape through the bottom part of the diamond, giving the appearance of shadows when viewed from the opposite side.
In order to assess how well a given diamond is cut to ideal proportions, you will have to measure the diamond. If the stone has a G.I.A. certificate, the measurements will be on the certificate. Otherwise, ask the jeweler to perform the measurements in front of you.
Don’t be a perfectionist. It is acceptable to purchase a diamond that rates “good” or even “fair/poor” on any category, as long as you are AWARE of what you’re purchasing and understand the cost and quality tradeoffs.
Rare Find: Wooden wedding rings!
This one is for tree huggers! Nature Lovers will appreciate these wooden wedding rings. The colors available are from Black African wood made from the remnant wood of clarinets. Color can even be inserted by using crushed blue-green Lapis lazuli stone. Touch Wood rings say wear the warmth of wood (www.touchwoodrings.com). If wood is not enough, wood-rings.com fuse silver and wood together, while simplywoodrings.com is one of the only sites to make diamond speckled wooden engagement rings.
How to Buy an Engagement Ring
A diamond engagement ring is forever, but how do you know when you’re getting the most bling for your buck? This video shows you how to choose the right engagement ring at an affordable price.
The Rules of Engagement
Howdy World! Engagement 101 Mag is proud to announced the official launch of Engagement 101 Blog. Now without further adieu… here’s our first post!
Congratulations! You’re Engaged!
1. Share the good news
Your parents-and any children you may have from a previous union-should hear the news first. Then comes other relatives and close friends. Whether you do it in person or over the phone, do it yourself. Those closest to you will no doubt be hurt to hear the news second hand. Never announce an engagement until a former union has been dissolved, whether by divorce or annulment.
2. Meet the parents
Your engagement should not come as a shock to your parents. Obviously, it’s a good idea to get acquainted while you’re dating. Your engagement certainly signifies a change in the relationship with your fiancé’s/fiancée’s parents. Now’s the time to lay the foundation for a positive bond with your future in-laws. This is also when the parents of the bride meet-or at least make contact with-the parents of the groom. Traditionally, the groom’s parents call the bride’s parents to introduce themselves and extend an invitation to meet. However, that first contact can also be made by the bride’s parents.
3. Make the guest list & set the budget
Your budget is the determining factor for the shape, size and fanfare of your wedding. But you cannot decide the type of wedding you will have until you have some idea of the size of the guest list. The easiest way to cut costs is to narrow your guest list.
4. Pick the date
The time of year you have your wedding is a key consideration. The most popular months for weddings are June, September, August, May, October and July. Popular wedding sites will be at a premium in terms of availability and cost during these times. Those who want an outdoor wedding will want to be married in the warmer months. If guests will have to travel to attend your wedding, you’ll want to select a date that’s convenient for traveling.
5. Don’t forget the three C’s
Not clarity, cut or color. We’re talking about consideration, communication and compromise. How you handle your wedding plans can foretell how you will handle the other major decision of your life together. Along with the stress that will accompany the big decisions and little details should be a sense of adventure and fun. You are celebrating one of the most joyous milestones in your lives. Do so with a focus on consideration, communication and compromise and the process is sure to be smoother.
