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Cubic zirconia and Swarovski crystals, what's the difference? You fell in love with a stunning ring but passed it up because the glittering gemstones you thought were diamonds really weren’t. Worse yet, the sparkling stones were not even the famed  Swarovski crystals . You fell prey to some misconceptions about cubic zirconia and what makes the glitter we love in non-diamond gemstones.  So,  what’s the difference  between cubic zirconia and Swarovski crystals? Both are sparkling and glittery but one is known as a diamond substitute, the other as a naturally crystalline gem. I have a surprise for you: Both are manmade. Both are produced in laboratories. And both are crystalline in the non-amorphous morphology of the substance we know as glass.  That was a mouthful. Let me explain. Swarovski crystals are silicon dioxide with a little bit of lead just like your  lead crystal  stemware or cognac decanter. Cubic zirconia is zirconium dioxide with a li...

  THE ELLE TIME STORY        With the exception of newspapers, few publications are defined by their home city in the way that ELLE magazine is. Founded in 1947 by visionary French fashion journalist Hélène Lazareff, ELLE has always been more than simply a fashion magazine, chronicling not only the latest collections but also the spirit of Paris style. Today, ELLE is the largest fashion magazine in the world. ELLE publishes 42 magazine editions worldwide and has licensed product in more than 80 countries, including over 250 free-standing stores in Europe.        ELLE is a fashion reference both for Parisians and those who want to imitate their look and attitude. But to describe the ELLE style as that of Paris chic is to make it sound more unobtainable than it really is. For the ELLE formula is a simple one: classic basics + accessories = timeless silhouettes. ELLE in French translates as ‘she’, ...

What we've seen so far from ELLE Time & Jewelry is nothing short of spectacular.  Yes, this is InStyle Silver Jewelry's opinion, but let me tell you why.  First and foremost ELLE Time & Jewelry's quality is superior for a number of reasons.  They are one of the few companies that rhodium plate all their jewelry.  This means the jewelry you buy from ELLE is going to last and stand up scratches and will not tarnish.  Rhodium is part of the platinum family and is what they use white gold to give it that extra brilliant white shine.  It is expensive but they believe in producing a quality product that will last and be loved by whoever wears their brand.  They also include a genuine ruby that's set in every piece of ELLE jewelry, symbolizing a women's inter beauty and strength.  You will not get this anywhere else for no extra cost.  ELLE Jewelry closely reflects ELLE Magazine in may ways.  This is a major plus no mater how you look...